On the morning of February 22, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, the GELEX Group, in collaboration with the FPT School of Business & Technology (FPT University), inaugurated the second course of the “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” program. In this training course, participants will not only be equipped with fundamental theories of management but also have the opportunity to apply them directly to real-life work situations, enhancing their problem-solving skills and effective team leadership.

The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Nguyen Trong Hien – Chairman of the BOD of GELEX Group; Mr. Le Tuan Anh – Deputy General Director of GELEX Group; Mr. Ho Quang Nhan – General Director of Vietnam Electric Cable Corporation (CADIVI); Ms. Mai Thi Minh Thu – Chief Human Resources Officer of GELEX Group; Dr. Doan Xuan Huy Minh – Director of Ho Chi Minh City Campus of FPT School of Business & Technology; along with 26 participants who are leaders and management staff from GELEX, CADIVI, THIBIDI, and CFT.

Leaders of GELEX Group and Leaders of the FPT School of Business & Technology Pose with trainees at the Opening Ceremony of the “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” Training Program, 2nd course in Ho Chi Minh City.

Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Doan Xuan Huy Minh – Director of the FPT School of Business & Technology in Ho Chi Minh City, stated: The Global Mini MBA training course is a condensed program that distills the most essential content from the traditional MBA training program at FSB. Participants will be exposed to knowledge through practical learning methods that are concise yet comprehensive, allowing them to learn while working and easily apply it immediately to their jobs. This not only enhances individual management skills but also brings outstanding effectiveness to work and the development of the organization.

Dr. Doan Xuan Huy Minh – Director of Ho Chi Minh City Campus of FPT School of Business & Technology, delivered the opening speech at the inauguration of the “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” training program held on February 22 in Ho Chi Minh City.

The “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” program, 2nd Course, is designed to include 30 sessions covering 7 key topics: Leadership Thinking; 4.0 Human Resource Management; Change Management and Leadership; Marketing Management; Lean Operations Management; Building Relationships and Partnerships; Cultivating a Lasting Corporate Culture. The program will be delivered by professional instructors from FSB using a variety of innovative and flexible teaching methods.

Mr. Le Tuan Anh – Deputy General Director of GELEX Group, spoke at the opening ceremony.

After completing the course, participants will be equipped with extensive knowledge in management, leadership, and strategic thinking, enabling them to lead their teams and drive the company’s growth in the context of global competition.

Representative of FPT School of Business & Technology presents a commemorative gift to the Leader of GELEX Group.

In his remarks to the participants at the opening ceremony, Mr. Le Tuan Anh – Deputy General Director of GELEX Group, stated: GELEX has been implementing training and human resource development strategies aimed at building a learning organization at GELEX, where each individual unceasingly learns and innovates to keep up with the trends of the times. The “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” training program is one of the clear commitments to establishing a learning organization at GELEX.

“To achieve the best results from the course, participants need to share openly and honestly, as only then will knowledge be understood deeply and effectively. Furthermore, during the learning process, we will learn from each other, thus fostering a closer connection among member companies and contributing to the sustainable development of the Group and its units.

After the opening ceremony, the class commenced with the topic “Leadership Thinking” led by Dr. Nguyen Chi Binh from the FSB School of Business and Technology.

 

Succeeding the success of the first course of the “Global Mini MBA – Management Thinking” program held in Hanoi, the second training course of the Global Mini MBA in Ho Chi Minh City is the next step in the journey to train the future leadership team of GELEX Group. This program is part of the strategic orientation for talent development, aimed at standardizing the capabilities of leaders and managers across the entire GELEX system.

As one of the participants in this course, Ms. Duong Lieu Mai Khanh – Deputy General Director of the Vietnam Electric Cable Corporation (CADIVI) expressed: “I am very pleased and happy to have been given the opportunity to study in the Mini MBA training course offered by GELEX. Organizing this course is a strategic initiative of the Group, affirming its strong commitment to sustainable development and enhancing the quality of human resources.”

Mr. Nguyen Chi Duc – Deputy General Director of Vietnam CFT Copper Wire Company shared: “The organizing committee has developed a practical and beneficial course for the management team. This course is an important part of the strategy to create a lifelong learning environment, contributing to improving the quality and depth of the human resource, thus promoting the sustainable development of the Group.

Mr. Pham Dang Trinh – Deputy General Director of THIBIDI Electrical Equipment Joint Stock Company: “The course is very useful and practical. The model should be expanded to member units, not only for key management staff but also for dedicated employees who have a long-term commitment to the company. This will not only enhance individual capabilities but also promote comprehensive development and increase the overall effectiveness of both the member units and GELEX Group.”

With 35 years of development, GELEX Group remains steadfast in building sustainable human resources, focusing on developing and standardizing skills, while emphasizing attracting and training talents through numerous courses and training programs.

In recent years, initiatives aimed at building a learning organization at GELEX have become increasingly dynamic, focusing on developing long-term learning and development plans for employees, tailored to each job position within the company, in order to leverage human resources in a competitive and volatile business environment.

The training programs are designed with diverse content, suitable for different groups of participants. For example, there are orientation training programs for new employees, G-Leadership and G-Manager training programs to refine and enhance leadership and management skills, as well as programs to improve soft skills and professional knowledge for operational staff.

In 2024, GELEX conducted 662 training courses totaling nearly 126,000 hours, engaging more than 13,000 employees. The training efforts aim to transform GELEX into a learning organization – a place where every individual continually learns and innovates, keeping pace with the trends of the times.

For GELEX, learning is not just about attending training courses. It is a part of the organizational culture that the Group is building, enabling every member of GELEX to continuously learn, share, and achieve greater success together. The future of GELEX will undoubtedly be built on the foundation of sustainable human resources.