Distance learning - many benefits for learners

Distance learning is becoming increasingly popular as the need for lifelong learning and improving knowledge and skills for work and life becomes a mandatory requirement. In the digital age, distance learning not only helps learners be more flexible in their learning but also eliminates barriers of space and time.

Learning opportunities for everyone

Distance learning and work-study is not a new concept. Ho Chi Minh City Open University has developed this form of training since 1993 and is one of the largest distance learning centers in the country, developing strongly in the Southern region.

With outstanding advantages in terms of flexibility, practical application and reasonable cost, the distance learning and work-study program of Ho Chi Minh City Open University attracts increasing attention from learners, promising to continue to be a strong development trend in the future.

A representative of the school's Distance Learning Center said the center designed the program to create lifelong learning opportunities for all subjects, meeting the needs of personal and professional development in the context of the constantly changing labor market. Learners will have access to the latest knowledge and skills and immediately apply them to their current jobs.

One of the biggest advantages of distance learning, learning while working is the flexibility of time and space. Learners can arrange their own study time to suit their work schedule and personal life, study right at the training unit without having to travel far, helping to reduce travel and accommodation costs... in big cities. In addition, this program has lower tuition fees than other training programs at the school but still ensures the qualityof education meets output standards.

Ho Chi Minh City Open University awards graduation certificates to students studying distance learning and work-study programs. Photo: LAN NGUYEN

Practice self-study skills and self-responsibility

Distance learning programs require learners to have time management skills and self-discipline. When you practice self-study skills, self-research and take responsibility for your learning process; self-discipline, discipline; arrange study and work time effectively, master the learning process... then learning becomes extremely simple.

Students of distance learning programs, both studying and working, can study well, acquire new knowledge and still secure a job. Students themselves play an important role in achieving success and proactively receiving new knowledge with the thoughtful support of lecturers and specialists. After graduation, students are awarded a bachelor's or engineer's degree equivalent to a degree in the form of regular training, and can continue studying master's and doctoral programs.

Ho Chi Minh City Open University has 22 distance learning majors and 6 work-study majors. Distance learning includes the following majors: Business administration, marketing, international business, finance - banking, accounting, auditing, public management, human resource management, construction engineering technology, construction management, information technology, biotechnology, food technology, law, economic law, sociology, Southeast Asian studies, social work, English language, Chinese language, Korean language, tourism.

Work-study program provides training in the following fields: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance - Banking, Construction Engineering Technology, Law, English Language, Social Work.

Ho Chi Minh City Open University is enrolling students in distance learning and work-study programs at the Military Commands of districts in Ho Chi Minh City; Continuing Education Centers, community colleges, universities and colleges that coordinate to implement this form of training in provinces and cities from Binh Dinh to Ca Mau.

Those interested can contact the above units to register for admission, or register directly at: Open University Ho Chi Minh City Training Center, address: 97 Vo Van Tan, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City; phone: 1800 6119 (press 1); website: www.oude.edu.vn.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/dao-tao-tu-xa-nhieu-loi-ich-cho-nguoi-hoc-196241010185615631.htm