Tra Vinh University forges partnership with Japan’s Tokai Building Maintenance Group to enhance student employment opportunities

By Tin Di, CCE

TVU – Tra Vinh University takes a significant step forward in international cooperation. It hosts high-level talks with Japan’s Tokai Building Maintenance Group, focusing on expanding employment opportunities for nursing and hospitality management graduates.

The landmark meeting, held on November 5, 2024, at Tra Vinh University’s campus, brings together key representatives from both institutions. The Japanese delegation includes Mr. Okada Kazuky, Executive Director of Okada Hotel, and Mr. Saito Masafumi, Head of Foreign Human Resources Management at Tokai Building Maintenance Group.

Dr. Phan Quoc Nghia, Vice Rector of Tra Vinh University, leads the university delegation, accompanied by representatives from various departments, including International Cooperation, Nursing Faculty, Tourism-Restaurant-Hotel Management Faculty, and Victory Center for Information Technology and Foreign Languages.

“This partnership aligns perfectly with Tra Vinh University’s vision of preparing our students for global career opportunities,” says Dr. Nghia. “The collaboration with Tokai Building Maintenance Group opens new doors for our graduates in the Japanese market.”

During the meeting, Mr. Saito Masafumi outlines his group’s operations and details employment opportunities tailored to Tra Vinh University’s nursing and hospitality management students. The group is committed to providing comprehensive language and skills training support for interested students.

Mr. Okada Kazuky presents the Okada Hotel’s foreign recruitment program, highlighting various positions available in front desk operations and food service roles. The presentation includes detailed information about employee benefits and welfare packages, demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting international staff.

“Tra Vinh University sees this partnership as a strategic step in strengthening our ties with Japanese businesses,” Dr. Nghia adds. Both parties discuss collaboration frameworks, specialized training programs, and employment pathways for students interested in working in Japan.

This initiative represents Tra Vinh University’s ongoing commitment to expanding international opportunities for its students while strengthening its position as a key provider of skilled professionals for the global workforce. The partnership benefits students from the university’s nursing and hospitality management programs, offering them direct pathways to international careers.