The Faculty of Economics and Public Management takes pride in being one of the most prominent and dynamic faculties in the 30-year development journey of Ho Chi Minh City Open University. To meet the growing demand for education, the Faculty of Economics was established in 2007 after separating from the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration. Continuing its steady growth, in 2010, the faculty was renamed the Faculty of Economics and Law to reflect its two academic disciplines: Economics and Business Law. In October 2015, as the faculty further expanded, it was reorganized into two independent academic units: the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Economics and Public Management.

Throughout its development over the years, the Faculty of Economics and Public Management has established itself as a prestigious institution for education and scientific research. The faculty has played a key role as one of the most longstanding training centers for economic managers and business leaders in Southern Vietnam. It has become a place where generations of students have entrusted their dreams, aspirations, and future ambitions. As a result, the faculty boasts a large network of successful alumni across the country. Many of them now hold senior and pivotal management positions in local governments and the business community. The faculty maintains a strong connection with its alumni and continually welcomes their return for collaboration and mutual development.

As one of the core academic units of Ho Chi Minh City Open University, the Faculty of Economics and Public Management offers a diverse range of programs, from undergraduate to master’s and doctoral levels. Since 2006, the faculty has been delivering undergraduate programs in Economics. To maximize students’ potential and meet the diverse needs of the labor market, after completing foundational courses, students can choose to specialize in one of four key areas: Economics, Investment Economics, International Economics, and Public Management. The faculty’s curriculum is designed with a flexible approach, focusing on innovative teaching methods that reduce theoretical content, increase discussion time, and promote self-directed learning, placing students at the center of the educational process.

To fulfill its mission in education and research, the Faculty of Economics and Public Management has built and continuously developed a highly qualified team of experienced lecturers. These faculty members possess both deep expertise and practical knowledge. The faculty actively encourages its teaching staff to participate in professional development programs to enhance their teaching competencies and adopt modern teaching practices. Over the years, the faculty’s collective efforts have been recognized through various awards and commendations, including certificates of merit and emulation flags from the Ministry of Education and Training.

Graduates from the Faculty of Economics and Public Management are well-equipped with comprehensive economic knowledge gained in the classroom and practical experience acquired through internships and hands-on activities. They are capable of adapting to various roles in the labor market, including positions in government agencies, research and educational institutions, as well as domestic and international enterprises. The faculty’s proven track record and reputation have helped solidify and promote the brand of its graduates, who are recognized for their knowledge, skills, attitude, and ethics. This aligns with the growing demand for high-quality human resources in the field of economics, contributing significantly to the country’s development.