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GEI Vietnam – Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Program Terms: Summer I
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Business, Communications, Earth Science, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Global Studies, International Business, Political Science, Social Science
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
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GEI Vietnam: Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) 

Program Overview
This 3-week immersion offers a dynamic introduction to Vietnam's social entrepreneurship sector. Students explore core concepts like design thinking, business modeling, and community engagement while working in small teams on challenge-based learning.

Program Highlights
  • Visit startups and NGOs innovating for equity and sustainability
  • Learn through collaborative design and facilitated reflection
  • Analyze case studies of Vietnamese social enterprises
  • Deepen cultural understanding through guided activities

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • BUS312: Global Field Engagement (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Explore how entrepreneurship can drive social transformation
  • Apply foundational innovation tools in field-based settings
  • Collaborate across cultures and disciplines
  • Build global awareness and self-leadership

Unique Experiences in Vietnam
Visit incubators, co-working spaces, and community hubs in Hanoi or HCMC. Engage with topics such as circular economies, education innovation, or marginalized community empowerment.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 6-26, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

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About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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