After nearly 6 years of studying International Economics at the University of Economics, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Mr. Ko Dong Hyun graduated with a doctorate and became the first Korean to graduate with a doctorate here.
Mr. Ko Dong Hyun, born in 1984, from Seoul, Korea, officially received his PhD in International Economics from the University of Economics, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (UEB – VNU) in June 2024. With this degree in hand, he is the first Korean to graduate with a PhD from this school.
Previously, Mr. Ko graduated with a bachelor's and master's degree in Labor and Employment Relations from Rutgers University (New Jersey, USA). In 2017, while working at Dongduk Women's University (Korea), Mr. Ko first came to Vietnam to participate in the Korean Language Festival in Quang Nam province. Later, when he returned to Vietnam to sign a memorandum of understanding with Hanoi National University, he began thinking about studying for a PhD in Vietnam. Only 2 months after he had the intention, in October 2018, he officially enrolled in a PhD program in International Economics at the University of Economics, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (UEB - VNU).
Sharing with Dan Viet newspaper, Mr. Ko said: “I feel very happy to receive my doctorate degree. Completing the 6-year journey at Hanoi National University is both a challenge and meaningful for me.”
Mr. Ko is the first Korean to graduate with a PhD from the University of Economics. Photo: NVCC
“I chose Vietnam and VNU for my research because I saw the academic potential here, especially in sustainable development and green growth, which are areas that have a profound impact on my career goals. Currently, I am implementing projects to promote educational and environmental cooperation between Korea and Vietnam, with the hope of contributing to sustainable development in both countries. In addition, I am officially working at the University of Foreign Languages – VNU as a Project Manager at the Center for International Educational Technology Cooperation and teaching Political Economy,” Mr. Ko added.
Recalling his first day in Vietnam to study and try his hand at Vietnamese, Mr. Ko said that his PhD class had 4 people, and he was the only international student. Initially, the curriculum was planned to be taught in Vietnamese , but for Ko's convenience, the school, professors and classmates supported the switch to teaching and learning in English.
Mr. Ko is currently working at the University of Foreign Languages – VNU as a Project Manager at the Center for International Educational Technology Cooperation and teaching Political Economy. Photo: NVCC
“Learning Vietnamese has been a meaningful yet challenging journey for me, especially since my busy work schedule often limits my time to learn the language. I try to practice whenever I can, often with the help of my students and colleagues. If only I had started learning Vietnamese earlier, I would have had more time to become fluent in this wonderful language.
I still advise those who want to study in Vietnam to come when they are young. Experiencing the Vietnamese language, culture, warmth and beauty of this country early will give you invaluable perspectives. It is not only the language but also the feeling from the heart.
“Despite my limited Vietnamese, I am extremely honored to represent Korea here and have made Vietnam a place that I have always loved – a home that has loved me with warmth and kindness. Every day, my love for Vietnam grows stronger and I am proud to carry the Vietnamese spirit in everything I do, striving to become a bridge between the two peoples. In this way, I also hope to be a long-term ambassador for Vietnam, just like I represent Korea here,” Ko shared.
Mr. Ko said that in addition to finding joy in his work, he also realized the sincere affection of the Vietnamese people. Hanoi gave him a family – friends who became close brothers.
Mr. Ko considers Vietnam his second home. Photo: NVCC
Revealing to reporters, Mr. Ko said that he once dreamed of becoming the Minister of Labor of Korea. However, the experiences during his PhD studies at the University of Economics made him change his plans. Currently, he wants to work in Vietnam and his concerns in his work are establishing a national registration system for carbon credits; promoting green education in Vietnam and strengthening cooperation between Korea and Vietnam.
Mr. Ko hopes to be a bridge between the two countries to promote common goals of education and environmental sustainability. Photo: NVCC
“My dedication to these goals stems not only from my professional background but also from my deep respect and admiration for Vietnam.
Whether I am in Korea or Vietnam now or in the future, I hope to play an important role as a bridge between the two countries, working closely with both governments to promote common goals of education and environmental sustainability. This is not only a professional goal but also a deeply personal mission inspired by my experiences and relationships in Vietnam,” said Ko.
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