PMDay Vietnam 2025 is calling for Students to join!

Warm greetings from PMI Vietnam Chapter!

We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity for your students to participate in PMDay Vietnam 2025 – Student Session, happening on Sunday, 02 November 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City.


🌍 About PMI and PMI Vietnam Chapter

The Project Management Institute (PMI) is the world’s leading authority on project management, empowering professionals since 1969. With over 300 chapters worldwide, PMI provides gold-standard certifications, thought leadership, and a vibrant global community dedicated to project success.
👉 Learn more: https://www.pmi.org

The PMI Vietnam Chapter connects and inspires the local professional community, fostering collaboration and advancing the practice of project management across industries.
👉 https://linktr.ee/PMIVietNamChapter


🌟 About PMDay Vietnam 2025

PMDay is the most prominent annual event organized by PMI Vietnam Chapter to celebrate the project management profession. 1st PMDay 2024 recap: https://pmivietnamchapter.com/common/pmday-viet-nam-2024-insight/

This year’s theme, “Collaborative Intelligence: Driving Project Success with Innovation,” highlights the synergy between human intelligence, AI, innovation, and ESG practices in achieving project success.

📅 Date: Sunday, 02 November 2025
📍 Venue: Saigon Prince Hotel, 59-73 Nguyen Hue, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
🌐 Event Website: https://pmday.pmivietnamchapter.com/
📄 More details: Save the Date Announcement


🎓 Why Join the Student Session?

Special Student Ticket Fee

  • Early Bird (Morning Session): 150,000 VND

  • Regular Price: 200,000 VND

Career Orientation in Project Management

  • Panel on “Project Management Career Orientation in the Future” with leaders from top companies in Vietnam

Networking Opportunities

  • Connect with professors from top universities

  • Engage with industry experts & peers

Student-Only Morning Program

  • A dedicated agenda designed exclusively for students

👉 Registration link: https://forms.gle/C9R5V7JNc6dmfHfM8


🕘 Morning Agenda (Student-Only)

  • 08:00 – 09:00 | Attendee Badge Pickup

  • 09:00 – 10:00 | Panel Discussion: Project Management Career Orientation in the Future

  • 10:00 – 10:15 | Coffee Break

  • 10:15 – 11:00 | Open Discussion with Students


🙏 Support Request

On the morning of 2nd November, we will host this exclusive student session.
We sincerely invite your support in promoting this opportunity to the student communities

Warm regards,
PMI Vietnam Chapter

🎤 PMDay Vietnam 2025 – Featured Speakers

🌐 Official website: pmday.pmivietnamchapter.com


🌟 General Session & Keynote

Dr. Danny Chung
Volunteer, Global Leadership (IT & Ops)
Topic: Collaborative Intelligence – Driving Project Success with Innovation

Dr. Danny Chung is an accomplished executive with decades of IT and operations leadership across Asia, North America, and Europe. He has held senior roles at Chubb, AIG, Cathay Pacific, and Sun Life, leading billion-dollar M&A integrations and large-scale digital transformations. He is a certified PMP®, CRISC, CGEIT, and holds doctoral-level qualifications. Dr. Chung currently serves in PMI Global Volunteer Leadership (IT & Ops), bringing strategic insights into how human–AI collaboration drives innovation and long-term project success.


🤖 Session 101 AI – Human–AI–Human Synergy

Lâm Thu Nguyên
Staffing Manager, GFT APAC
Topic: How AI Becomes a Bridge to Enhance Human-to-Human Cooperation in Projects

Lâm Thu Nguyên is an award-winning project leader, named PMI Future 50 (2024) and finalist for the PMI Rising Leader Award (2025). She is the second woman in Vietnam to achieve PMI’s Triple Crown (PfMP, PgMP, PMP), with 15+ global certifications. At GFT APAC, she drives workforce strategy across banking and fintech programs and has mentored over 5,000 professionals. As an active PMI Vietnam contributor, she champions innovation and inspires the next generation of project leaders in Asia-Pacific.

⚖️ Session 102 Human– Ethics & Governance of AI in Projects

Tang Tze Chin
Founder, Future Work Asia
Topic: Risk Management, Security, and Ethics When Applying AI in Project Management

Tang Tze Chin is the founder of Future Work Asia, an organizational development and agile consultancy that helps leaders build future-ready organizations. With over 20 years of experience at the intersection of people and technology, he has guided global firms through transformation, resilience, and agility. An ICAgile trainer and leadership coach with the Obama Foundation Leaders Program, Tze is a frequent conference speaker passionate about equipping leaders to navigate disruption and design organizations that thrive in uncertainty.

💡 Session 103 ESG – Innovation through AI & Design Thinking

Geetha Gopal
Founder & CEO, G Infinity Consulting
Topic: Combining AI and Innovation Methods to Redesign the Project Management Process

Geetha Gopal is a recognized leader in climate tech and digital transformation, based in Singapore. She is a PMI Future 50 awardee, CIO100 ASEAN awardee, and Top 3 World CIO awardee. Geetha holds a Master’s degree from Oxford, an Executive MBA, and a Bachelor in Computer Science Engineering, and is PMP® certified. As Founder and CEO of G Infinity Consulting, she leads management, technical, and carbon management consulting projects worldwide. With extensive international speaking experience, she inspires organizations to innovate by combining AI and design thinking in project management.

🤝 Session 101 AI – Building Trust in Hybrid Teams

Bruno Senouci
Co-CEO, drcom
Topic: Strategies for Building Trust, Communication, and Engagement in Human–AI Hybrid Teams

Bruno Senouci is Co-CEO of drcom, a healthcare marketing and communications group with operations across Europe and Asia. Since 2001, he has driven drcom’s global expansion, including founding its Asian operations in 2007. With over 20 years of experience, he has led complex, multi-country projects in digital transformation, CRM, and omnichannel engagement for leading life sciences organizations. Guided by the vision “Science Sparks Conversations”, Bruno promotes new project management models where AI and human intelligence converge to deliver innovation, trust, and sustainable impact.

⚙️ Session 202 Human -Powered PM Tools in Practice


Từ Đăng Khoa
Senior Project Manager, FPT Software
Topic: Demo and Sharing Practical Applications of AI Tools (PMI Infinity, ChatGPT, Copilot…) in Project Management

PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PMI-ATP Instructor®, DASSM®, DAVSC®, DAC®, PSM II.
PMI Rising Leader 2022 | PMI ATP Instructor at Atoha.
Từ Đăng Khoa is a Senior Project Manager at FPT Software with over 15 years of experience in software development and digital transformation. He has led numerous agile initiatives and training programs bridging global project management standards with local practices in Vietnam’s tech ecosystem.

🌱 Session 203 ESG – Sustainable Project Leadership

Henry Lee
Regional Green Project Consultant, Sustainpact Asia Consulting
Topic: Attaching ESG and UN SDGs to Project Management to Create Long-Term Impact

Henry Lee is a regional green project consultant with nearly 20 years of project management experience in oil & gas, real estate, construction, and manufacturing. He helps organizations achieve financial returns while creating long-term environmental and social value. Henry has been honored with the Asia Innovative Business Sustainability Award and national awards in sustainable project management. He serves as Director of Sustainability Project Excellence at PMI Malaysia Chapter, sits on the External Advisory Committee at Sunway University Malaysia, and guest lectures at the University of Nottingham Malaysia. He is certified PMP® and GPM-b.

🧠 Session 301: AI Journey in Software Development Life Cycle


Speaker: Mr. Đinh Hoàng Phi – Senior Project Manager, FPT Software
An accomplished Project Manager with over 7 years of experience, Phi specializes in system integration, telematics, and logistics projects.
Currently serving as ODC Manager at FPT Software, he has led numerous large-scale initiatives for major Japanese clients in the manufacturing and apparel sectors.
Certified in PMP®, PMI-ACP®, SAFe Scrum Master®, and PSM®, Phi is recognized as one of FPT and FSO’s Top 100 Achievers, known for his servant leadership, team empowerment, and agile mindset.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from FPT University and completed the BrSE Japanese program.

⚙️ Session 302: Scaling Agile in Enterprise Projects


Speaker: Ms. Nguyễn Thị Hòa Bình – Senior Project Manager, FPT Software
With over a decade of experience in Agile delivery and scaled Agile transformation, Binh has successfully led high-impact projects across logistics, automotive, and energy sectors.
Certified in PgMP®, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, and SAFe®, she has mentored numerous professionals in project and program management.
A six-time FPT Platinum Club honoree and two-time Star Club awardee, Binh is recognized for her integrity, strategic thinking, and commitment to sustainable value creation.
She believes that great leadership begins with empathy—and that lasting impact comes from doing the right thing, with purpose and heart.

🌿 Session 303: Integrating ESG Principles in Project Management


Speaker: Mr. Trần Hữu Phước (Benny) – Project Manager, Head of PMU | Hongkong Land Limited
Benny leads complex development projects from initiation to handover, overseeing coordination with authorities, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure excellence in quality, safety, and delivery.
With over 13 years at Hongkong Land and previous experience as Senior Engineering Manager at Archetype Group, he brings multidisciplinary expertise in engineering and architecture management.
Holding both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Engineering from HCMC University of Technology, Benny is known for his strong foundation in project governance, stakeholder management, and delivery excellence.

🎙️ PMDay Vietnam 2025 | Featured Panel Speakers

🌅 Morning Panel Discussion

Theme: Project Management Career Orientation in the Future

1️⃣ Mr. Lương Minh Hải – PMI ATP Instructor, Atoha Institute

Mr. Lương Minh Hải is the Academic Director, Instructor, and Consultant at ATOHA Institute, Vietnam’s leading project management training organization.
With nearly 20 years of experience across banking, securities, manufacturing, construction, NGOs, and education, he brings both theoretical expertise and hands-on insights to his audiences.
📌 Highlights:
• Holds 14 international certifications from the Project Management Institute (PMI) — a rare and remarkable achievement.
• Worked with organizations such as World Bank, Honda, MSB, SSI, and trained professionals from Viettel Network, Samsung SDS, VPBank, SmartOSC, and more.

2️⃣ Mr. Nick Hutchins – Project Portfolio Manager, PayPal

Nick leads complex regulatory and compliance programs at PayPal, with over 25 years of experience in project and program delivery across the utilities, banking, and payments industries.
He also volunteers with the Project Management Institute Singapore Chapter, where he has served on the Executive Committee.
Nick is passionate about the power of project management as a life skill—to inspire, mentor, and nurture the next generation of project leaders.
Originally from the UK, Nick relocated to Singapore in 2012, where he continues to champion the growth of the regional project management community.

3️⃣ Mr. Trần Vĩnh Lợi – Program Manager, PMO | Bosch Global Software Technologies Vietnam

Mr. Trần Vĩnh Lợi is an accomplished Program Manager with over 13 years of experience at Bosch Global Software Technologies Vietnam, currently leading the Exhaust After Treatment Control Unit development group within the company’s PMO.
He has extensive experience managing large-scale automotive programs, collaborating with Japanese and Korean OEM customers, and overseeing cross-functional global teams.
Throughout his career, he has successfully managed projects from concept and customer communication to production launch and quality assurance, ensuring alignment with global standards.
Mr. Lợi holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Engineering from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, and is highly regarded for his leadership, analytical thinking, and program management excellence.

4️⃣ Mr. Nguyễn Thị Hòa Bình – Senior Project Manager, FPT Software

Ms. Nguyễn Thị Hòa Bình – Senior Project Manager, FPT Software
With over a decade of experience in Agile delivery and scaled Agile transformation, Binh has successfully led high-impact projects across logistics, automotive, and energy sectors.
Certified in PgMP®, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, and SAFe®, she has mentored numerous professionals in project and program management.
A six-time FPT Platinum Club honoree and two-time Star Club awardee, Binh is recognized for her integrity, strategic thinking, and commitment to sustainable value creation.
She believes that great leadership begins with empathy—and that lasting impact comes from doing the right thing, with purpose and heart.


🌇 Afternoon Panel Discussion

Theme: Project Success in the AI Era

1️⃣ Dr. Danny Chung
Volunteer, Global Leadership (IT & Ops)

Dr. Danny Chung is an accomplished executive with decades of IT and operations leadership across Asia, North America, and Europe. He has held senior roles at Chubb, AIG, Cathay Pacific, and Sun Life, leading billion-dollar M&A integrations and large-scale digital transformations. He is a certified PMP®, CRISC, CGEIT, and holds doctoral-level qualifications. Dr. Chung currently serves in PMI Global Volunteer Leadership (IT & Ops), bringing strategic insights into how human–AI collaboration drives innovation and long-term project success.

2️⃣ Mr. Azran Osman-Rani – Group CEO, Naluri

Mr. Azran Osman-Rani is a trailblazing leader and entrepreneur, currently serving as Group CEO of Naluri, a digital health transformation company.
He previously served as CEO of AirAsia X, growing it from a business plan to a $1 billion IPO with 2,500 employees in six years, and as CEO of iflix Malaysia, scaling it to 20 million users across 20 markets in three years.
Azran also held leadership roles at Astro, Bursa Malaysia, and McKinsey & Company.
A graduate of Stanford University with degrees in Electrical Engineering and Management Science, he is also an Ironman triathlete and author of “30 Days and 30 Years,” where he shares insights on leadership, innovation, and resilience.

2️⃣ Mr. Trần Hữu Phước (Benny) – Project Manager, Head of PMU | Hongkong Land Limited

Mr. Trần Hữu Phước (Benny) serves as Project Manager and Head of PMU at Hongkong Land Limited, leading complex development projects from initiation to completion and handover.
He oversees coordination with local authorities, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure top-tier standards in quality, safety, and delivery.
With over 13 years at Hongkong Land, and prior experience as Senior Engineering Manager at Archetype Group, Benny has managed multidisciplinary engineering and architecture teams across Vietnam.
He holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Engineering from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and brings deep expertise in project governance, stakeholder management, and delivery excellence.


👉 More speakers will be announced soon. Stay updated at:
🌐 pmday.pmivietnamchapter.com

[SESSION #6: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES WITH PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🇺🇸 [SESSION #6: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES WITH PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🎯 A biweekly companion program alongside the PMP Journey!

After the success of previous Hackathon sessions, PMI Vietnam Chapter continues the HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES – a biweekly online program designed to sharpen your PMP exam preparation.

This is Session #6, offering:
✅ Deep-dive analysis of tricky PMP exam questions
✅ Effective strategies with PMI-aligned mindset
✅ Real-life examples and situational approaches
✅ A supportive community to learn, share, and thrive together

👤 Speaker: Tống Văn Đức – Professional Development Team, Chapter Expert
🎯 PMP-certified mentor with project management expertise

📌 Who should join?
👉 To-be-PMPers: Those preparing for PMP certification
👉 Professionals who want to review and strengthen their PMP knowledge

📆 SESSION #6: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES
🗓 Date & Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM, October 1, 2025
🌐 Platform: Google Meet
🔗 Registration link: http://forms.gle/wJp4bkTRTGwzG4da6

📌 Note: The Google Meet link will appear immediately after you click “Submit” in the registration form. Please save it to join us!
🎁 Earn 0.5 PDU Ways of Working + 0.5 PDU Power Skills
🗣 Language: Vietnamese
🎟 Free entry – Register now!


🇻🇳 [PHIÊN #6: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES CÙNG PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🎯 Chuỗi chương trình đồng hành hai tuần một lần cùng hành trình PMP!

Tiếp nối thành công từ các phiên Hackathon trước, PMI Vietnam Chapter tiếp tục mang đến HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES – chương trình trực tuyến định kỳ 2 tuần/lần nhằm hỗ trợ bạn luyện thi PMP hiệu quả hơn.

Đây là Phiên #6, mang đến:
✅ Phân tích chuyên sâu các câu hỏi PMP khó và dễ gây nhầm lẫn
✅ Chiến lược làm bài với tư duy theo chuẩn PMI
✅ Các ví dụ thực tế và cách tiếp cận tình huống
✅ Cộng đồng học tập, chia sẻ và cùng nhau phát triển

👤 Diễn giả: Tống Văn Đức – Professional Development Team, Chapter Expert
🎯 Người hướng dẫn PMP với kinh nghiệm quản lý dự án thực tế

📌 Đối tượng tham gia
👉 Ứng viên PMP: Những ai đang chuẩn bị lấy chứng chỉ PMP
👉 Các chuyên gia muốn ôn tập và củng cố kiến thức PMP

📆 PHIÊN #6: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES
🗓 Thời gian: 20:00 – 21:00, ngày 01/10/2025
🌐 Nền tảng: Google Meet
🔗 Link đăng ký: http://forms.gle/wJp4bkTRTGwzG4da6

📌 Lưu ý: Link Google Meet sẽ hiển thị ngay sau khi bạn bấm “Submit” trong form đăng ký. Vui lòng lưu lại để tham gia chương trình!
🎁 Nhận 0.5 PDU Ways of Working + 0.5 PDU Power Skills
🗣 Ngôn ngữ: Tiếng Việt
🎟 Tham gia miễn phí – Đăng ký ngay hôm nay!

PMDay2025_Collaborative Intelligence: Driving Project Success with Innovation

🌟 Why Join PMDay Vietnam 2025?

PMDay Vietnam 2025 is the leading annual symposium celebrating the project management profession – bringing together students, professionals, academics, and business leaders.

This year’s theme, “Collaborative Intelligence: Driving Project Success with Innovation,” focuses on how human intelligence, AI, innovation, and ESG practices come together to drive project success.

What’s New in 2025

  • Collaborative Intelligence – First time exploring deep synergy between humans and AI in project management.
  • AI-Powered Sessions – Practical demos of PMI Infinity, ChatGPT, Copilot…
  • Ethics & ESG – Governance, sustainability, and UN SDGs applied to projects.
  • Student-Only Morning Program – Career orientation and direct engagement with professors & leaders.
  • Impact Showcase – Vietnamese & global projects that highlight innovation and social good.

💡 Top Reasons to Join
✅ Gain cutting-edge insights on AI, innovation, ESG, and hybrid leadership
✅ Discover future career pathways with top company leaders in Vietnam
✅ Join hands-on workshops on AI tools & collaborative frameworks
✅ Network with executives, professors, students, and international experts
✅ Be inspired by real-world projects that elevate organizations and society


🗓️ Event Agenda (English)

Morning – Student-Only Program

  • 08:00 – 09:00 | Attendee Badge Pickup
  • 09:00 – 10:00 | Panel Discussion: Project Management Career Orientation in the Future
  • 10:00 – 10:15 | Coffee Break
  • 10:15 – 11:00 | Open Discussion with Students

Afternoon – Main Symposium

  • 13:00 – 13:30 | Badge Pickup & Networking
  • 13:30 – 13:45 | Opening
  • 13:45 – 14:15 | Keynote: Collaborative Intelligence – Driving Project Success with Innovation
  • 14:20 – 15:20 | Panel Discussion: Project Success in the AI Era
  • 15:20 – 15:35 | Coffee Break
  • 15:40 – 16:20 | Breakout Sessions (choose one)
      • Session 201: Human–AI–Human Synergy
      • Session 202: Ethics & Governance of AI in Projects
      • Session 203: Innovation through AI & Design Thinking
  • 16:20 – 17:00 | Breakout Sessions (choose one)

      • Session 204: Building Trust in Hybrid Teams
      • Session 205: AI-Powered PM Tools in Practice
      • Session 206: Sustainable Project Leadership (ESG & SDGs)
  • 17:10 – 17:30 | Closing Keynote
  • 17:30 – 17:45 | Volunteer Appreciation
  • 18:00 – 21:00 | Networking Dinner

📅 Date: Sunday, 02 November 2025
📍 Venue: Saigon Prince Hotel, 59–73 Nguyen Hue, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
🌐 Website: https://pmday.pmivietnamchapter.com/
👉 Registration: https://forms.gle/C9R5V7JNc6dmfHfM8


🌟 Vì sao nên tham gia PMDay Vietnam 2025?

PMDay Vietnam 2025 là sự kiện hội nghị thường niên lớn nhất về quản lý dự án tại Việt Nam – nơi quy tụ sinh viên, chuyên gia, giảng viên và lãnh đạo doanh nghiệp.

Với chủ đề năm nay “Trí tuệ Hợp tác: Thúc đẩy thành công dự án bằng đổi mới sáng tạo”, sự kiện tập trung khai thác cách trí tuệ con người, trí tuệ nhân tạo (AI), đổi mới và ESG kết hợp để tạo nên thành công vượt bậc cho dự án.

Điểm mới của PMDay 2025

  • Trí tuệ hợp tác (Collaborative Intelligence) – Lần đầu tiên khai thác sâu sự cộng hưởng giữa con người và AI trong quản lý dự án
  • Phiên thực hành về AI – Demo các công cụ như PMI Infinity, ChatGPT, Copilot…
  • Đạo đức & ESG – Quản trị, phát triển bền vững, gắn với mục tiêu SDGs của Liên Hợp Quốc
  • Phiên sáng dành cho sinh viên – Định hướng nghề nghiệp, kết nối trực tiếp với giảng viên & lãnh đạo doanh nghiệp
  • Impact Showcase – Giới thiệu các dự án tiêu biểu trong nước & quốc tế, lan tỏa giá trị cộng đồng

💡 Lý do không thể bỏ lỡ
✅ Cập nhật kiến thức mới nhất về AI, đổi mới sáng tạo, ESG, hybrid leadership
✅ Khám phá lộ trình nghề nghiệp tương lai cùng lãnh đạo doanh nghiệp hàng đầu
✅ Tham gia workshop thực hành với công cụ AI & khung phương pháp mới
✅ Kết nối cùng chuyên gia, giảng viên, sinh viên, cộng đồng quốc tế
✅ Truyền cảm hứng từ các dự án thực tế góp phần nâng tầm tổ chức & xã hội


🗓️ Chương trình sự kiện (Tiếng Việt)

Buổi sáng – Dành riêng cho sinh viên

  • 08:00 – 09:00 | Đón tiếp & nhận thẻ tham dự
  • 09:00 – 10:00 | Toạ đàm: Định hướng nghề nghiệp Quản lý Dự án trong tương lai
  • 10:00 – 10:15 | Giải lao
  • 10:15 – 11:00 | Thảo luận mở cùng sinh viên

Buổi chiều – Hội nghị chính

  • 13:00 – 13:30 | Đón tiếp & Networking
  • 13:30 – 13:45 | Khai mạc
  • 13:45 – 14:15 | Keynote: Trí tuệ Hợp tác – Thúc đẩy thành công dự án bằng đổi mới sáng tạo
  • 14:20 – 15:20 | Toạ đàm: Thành công dự án trong kỷ nguyên AI
  • 15:20 – 15:35 | Giải lao
  • 15:40 – 16:20 | Phiên song song (chọn 1)
      • Session 201: Human–AI–Human Synergy
      • Session 202: Đạo đức & Quản trị AI trong dự án
      • Session 203: Đổi mới sáng tạo với AI & Design Thinking
  • 16:20 – 17:00 | Phiên song song (chọn 1)
    • Session 204: Xây dựng niềm tin trong nhóm làm việc lai
    • Session 205: Ứng dụng thực tế các công cụ AI trong quản lý dự án
    • Session 206: Lãnh đạo dự án bền vững (ESG & SDGs)
  • 17:10 – 17:30 | Keynote bế mạc
  • 17:30 – 17:45 | Tri ân tình nguyện viên
  • 18:00 – 21:00 | Tiệc tối Networking

📅 Thời gian: Chủ nhật, 02/11/2025
📍 Địa điểm: Khách sạn Saigon Prince, 59–73 Nguyễn Huệ, Quận 1, TP. Hồ Chí Minh
🌐 Website: https://pmday.pmivietnamchapter.com/
👉 Đăng ký ngay: https://forms.gle/C9R5V7JNc6dmfHfM8

🚀 Đừng bỏ lỡ sự kiện quản lý dự án lớn nhất Việt Nam – nơi đổi mới gặp gỡ hợp tác để kiến tạo thành công trong tương lai!

🇺🇸 [SESSION #5: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES WITH PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🇺🇸 [SESSION #5: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES WITH PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🎯 A biweekly companion program alongside the PMP Journey!

Following the success of 19 PMP Journey sessions with hundreds of attendees, PMI Vietnam Chapter proudly continues the HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES – a biweekly online program designed to complement your PMP exam preparation.

This is Session #5 in the Hackathon series, offering:
✅ Deep-dive analysis of tricky and confusing PMP exam questions
✅ Expert strategies and PMI-aligned mindset for answering effectively
✅ Real-life examples and situational thinking
✅ A supportive community to learn, share, and thrive together

👤 Speaker: Tạ Minh Nguyệt – Professional Development Team, Chapter Expert, Project Manager
🎯 PMP-certified mentor with project management experience and insights

📌 Who should join?
👉 To-be-PMPers: Those who want to get the PMP certification
👉 Professionals who want to review and strengthen their PMP knowledge

📆 SESSION #5: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES
🗓 Date & Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM, September 17, 2025
🌐 Platform: Google Meet
🔗 Registration link: https://forms.gle/wJp4bkTRTGwzG4da6

📌 Note: The Google Meet link will appear immediately after you click “Submit” in the registration form. Please save it to join us!
🎁 Earn 0.5 PDU Ways of Working + 0.5 PDU Power Skills
🗣 Language: Vietnamese
🎟 Free entry – Register now and get ready!


🇻🇳 [PHIÊN #5: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES CÙNG PMI VIETNAM CHAPTER]

🎯 Chuỗi chương trình đồng hành hai tuần một lần cùng hành trình PMP!

Sau thành công của 19 phiên PMP Journey với hàng trăm người tham dự, PMI Vietnam Chapter tiếp tục mang đến HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES – chương trình trực tuyến định kỳ 2 tuần/lần nhằm hỗ trợ bạn trong quá trình luyện thi PMP.

Đây là Phiên #5 trong chuỗi Hackathon, mang đến:
✅ Phân tích chuyên sâu các câu hỏi PMP khó và dễ gây nhầm lẫn
✅ Chiến lược làm bài và tư duy theo chuẩn PMI
✅ Các ví dụ thực tế và cách tư duy tình huống
✅ Cộng đồng học tập, chia sẻ và cùng nhau phát triển

👤 Diễn giả: Tạ Minh Nguyệt – Professional Development Team, Chapter Expert, Project Manager
🎯 Người hướng dẫn đạt chứng chỉ PMP với kinh nghiệm quản lý dự án thực tế

📌 Đối tượng tham gia
👉 Ứng viên PMP: Những ai đang trên hành trình lấy chứng chỉ PMP
👉 Các chuyên gia muốn hệ thống lại và củng cố kiến thức PMP

📆 PHIÊN #5: HACKATHON PMP EXAM SERIES
🗓 Thời gian: 8:00 – 9:00 PM, ngày 17/9/2025
🌐 Nền tảng: Google Meet
🔗 Link đăng ký: https://forms.gle/wJp4bkTRTGwzG4da6

📌 Lưu ý: Link Google Meet sẽ xuất hiện ngay sau khi bạn bấm “Submit” trong form đăng ký. Vui lòng lưu lại để tham gia chương trình!
🎁 Nhận 0.5 PDU Ways of Working + 0.5 PDU Power Skills
🗣 Ngôn ngữ: Tiếng Việt
🎟 Tham gia miễn phí – Đăng ký ngay hôm nay!

PMI Vietnam Chapter — Board of Directors Update (Term 2024-2026)

We’re excited to share some updates and news:


Thank You & Change in Roles

  • Quỳnh (Remi) is pursuing her Master’s program in the USA. She extends her heartfelt gratitude to the PMI Vietnam Chapter community for supporting her over the past 9 months. Highlights of her contributions include launching the PMI VN Student Club at Hanoi University of Civil Engineering (HUCE).

  • Lê Anh Tuấn has joined as Hanoi Outreach Director.

  • Lê Ngọc Thường (Jack) takes on an additional role: Marketing cum Ho Chi Minh Outreach Director.


Volunteer Opportunity


New Channel & Youth Outreach


Please join us in congratulating Tuấn and Thường, and sending best wishes to Remi. We look forward to a great chapter ahead (2024-2026).

🌟 Recap: Smartsheet’s First Meetup in Ho Chi Minh City

PMI Vietnam Chapter was honored to join the first Smartsheet Meetup in Ho Chi Minh City, organized by Smartsheet and supported by Gia Thịnh Company. With 10 representatives from PMI Vietnam Chapter attending, the event became a meaningful platform for learning, networking, and discovering new approaches to project management.

Pic 1: Event venue


🔑 Event Highlights & Key Takeaways

🎤 Opening Session – Mr. Robert Findlay, Director, Head of Asia, Smartsheet

  • Shared the success story of RMIT University with Smartsheet, showing how a leading institution modernized its work management.

  • Framed the discussion with: “Work exposes long-standing challenges; why manage work with Smartsheet?”
    👉 Audience benefit: A strategic perspective on how Smartsheet addresses real-world challenges in education, business, and enterprise-level work.

Pic 2: Opening Session – Mr. Robert Findlay, Director, Head of Asia, Smartsheet


💡 Partner’s Journey – Mr. Thinh Huynh, CEO of Gia Thịnh Company

  • Walked through Gia Thịnh’s partnership journey with Smartsheet and presented a success story with Bavitech.
    👉 Audience benefit: Practical insights into how a local Vietnamese partner successfully applies Smartsheet in different industries, giving attendees a relatable example for their own organizations.

Pic 3: Mr. Thinh Huynh, CEO of Gia Thịnh Company


🏢 Customer Experience – Mr. Duc, Manager at VP Silica

  • Showcased how VP Silica uses Smartsheet to manage:

    • Company information dashboards

    • Project management dashboards

    • Sales management dashboards
      👉 Audience benefit: A concrete demonstration of how Smartsheet supports end-to-end business operations, inspiring participants to think beyond project management and toward enterprise-wide adoption.

Pic 4: Mr. Duc, Manager at VP Silica


⚙️ Product Spotlight – Mr. Vib Bhalla, Solution Engineer, Smartsheet

  • Highlighted three key product capabilities:

    1. New ways to view and manage work – flexible timelines and manager-level filters.

    2. Workload heatmaps & scheduling – to balance resources and prevent burnout.

    3. AI-powered insights – analyzing project timelines and progress for smarter decision-making.
      👉 Audience benefit: A hands-on look at the latest features and how AI can transform team collaboration, helping participants imagine direct applications in their daily workflows.

Pic 5: Mr. Vib Bhalla, Solution Engineer, Smartsheet


❓ Q&A Spotlight

An attendee asked:
“What makes Smartsheet stand out compared to Monday.com or ClickUp?”

The Smartsheet team highlighted key differentiators:

  • Enterprise scalability – built for organizations running complex, multi-team projects.

  • Flexible no-code platform – balancing simplicity with advanced customizations.

  • Governance & compliance – stronger data control for secure collaboration.

  • AI & analytics – actionable insights beyond task tracking.
    👉 Audience benefit: Clarity on why Smartsheet is a long-term, enterprise-ready solution versus lighter task management tools.


🤝 PMI Vietnam Chapter’s Involvement

This event was an excellent opportunity for our members to:

  • Learn directly from regional and local leaders.

  • Explore real-world case studies from Vietnamese businesses.

  • Gain exposure to AI-driven innovations in project management.

  • Expand their professional network within the Smartsheet and PMI communities.

PMI Vietnam Chapter thanks Smartsheet and Gia Thịnh for creating this collaborative space. We look forward to more events that empower the project management community in VietnaPic 6: PMI Vietnam Community participates the event

 

🌟 PM888 Recap – On a Life-long Learning Journey with PMI

 In this PM888 session, Mr. Nguyễn Thanh Hải shared his inspiring path of continuous learning and growth in project management.

Pic 1: Mr Hải Sharing during the session

✨ Key reflections from the discussion:

  • A real journey to set goals and follow through – persistence is the foundation of success.

  • Finding the right resources – choosing effective study and professional tools makes a big difference.

  • The role of community – networks like PMI Vietnam Chapter and the PMA team play a crucial part in sustaining motivation.

  • Practical insights – Mr. Hải also shared his experience in improving English for PMP preparation and applying it to project work.

🌙 It was a warm and cozy evening with the participation of:

  • Mr. Hòa Đặng (Daniel) – Region 15 APAC PMI Mentor

  • Ms. Nhung Nguyễn (Julian) – PMI Vietnam Chapter President

  • 11 members from the PMI Vietnam Volunteer Team and Community

Pic 2: Funny moment from team

👥 In total, 13 participants actively exchanged ideas, lessons, and encouragement on their own journeys of lifelong learning.

Pic 3: Whole team group photo

 

SPECIAL PM888: On a Life-long Learning Journey with PMI – Học, học nữa, học mãi cùng PMI

🎙 PM888 Talk Your Own Way – A Program by PMI Vietnam Chapter Marketing Team 🎙

We’re excited to invite you to the next PM888 session in Hanoi — where stories, learning, and inspiration come together!

📢 Upcoming Session
🌟 Topic: On a Life-long Learning Journey with PMI – Học, học nữa, học mãi cùng PMI
🎤 Speaker: Mr. Nguyễn Thanh Hải

🗓 Date & Time: Saturday, 06 September 2025 | 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: Mai Châu Restaurant, A55 Đỗ Quang, Trung Hoà, Cầu Giấy, Hà Nội


👤 About the Speaker – Mr. Hai T. Nguyen

Mr. Hai is a Canadian of Vietnamese origin, residing between Canada and Vietnam, and currently working in Lao PDR.

  • 🎓 He began his career in 1988 after graduating from a technical university in Vietnam, later pursuing studies in economics while working at a state-owned enterprise.

  • 🌐 Since 1999, he has engaged in development projects financed by the United Nations, the World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

  • 💼 From 2015 to the present, he has exclusively worked on ADB-financed projects in Vietnam and across the region, or directly as an ADB staff consultant.

  • 📊 Over the past 25 years, he has managed and/or provided consulting services for around 45 MDB projects, each typically ranging from USD 40–100 million.

  • 🏆 Today, he is recognized as one of the most competitive senior consultants in procurement and project management, with remuneration exceeding peers from developed countries such as the US, UK, and Australia.


🌟 Celebrating a PMP Achievement!

We are also proud to share that Mr. Hai T. Nguyen has officially passed the PMP® exam – a remarkable achievement that proves learning never stops!

✨ At over 60 years old, he shared:

“The feeling of preparing for PMP, taking the exam, and passing is so sweet! I still can’t believe I did it!”

He expressed gratitude to PMI Vietnam Chapter and the PMA team for their support, study materials, and continuous encouragement throughout his journey.

💡 His story is a reminder to us all: It’s never too late to learn, grow, and achieve your dreams.

As a community, we’re also proud to have delivered 19 PMP Journey sessions and 3 Hackathons, empowering hundreds of learners on their PMP path. 🚀


🎯 Why join PM888?
✅ Participate in open, interactive discussions on real PM topics
✅ Learn from diverse perspectives — both fresh and experienced voices
✅ Network with PMI Vietnam’s vibrant community of project professionals
✅ Earn PDUs for your certification renewal

🎓 PDU: 2 PDUs
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/T2iTd2dz4Esv8Aac8

📸 Note: Photos taken during the workshop may be used on PMI Vietnam Chapter’s digital platforms.
🔗 Linktree – PMI Vietnam Chapter
📧 Contact: marketing2426@pmivietnamchapter.com
📞 Contact Person: Nhung Nguyen PMI Vietnam President