Strengthening International Cooperation between TDTU Faculty of Business Administration and Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), China
On October 28, 2026, the Faculty of Business Administration (FBA), Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), held a meeting with representatives of Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), China, to strengthen international cooperation in education, expand student and faculty exchange programs, and explore opportunities for developing international joint education programs.
The meeting took place in an open and constructive atmosphere, with representatives from both institutions engaging in discussions on potential areas of cooperation. Both parties expressed their interest in building a long-term partnership that contributes to enhancing educational quality and expanding international learning opportunities for students.
Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), founded in 1925 and located in Chengdu, China, is a leading university specializing in finance, economics, and business. Recognized for its academic excellence and research strength, SWUFE’s Economics & Business discipline ranked among the world’s top 0.1% in the 2025 Essential Science Indicators (ESI), placing 50th globally and 2nd in China. The university’s Business Administration programs hold EQUIS accreditation, while its School of Accounting has achieved dual AACSB accreditation in Business and Accounting, reflecting its commitment to international standards of academic quality and excellence.
SWUFE representatives attending the meeting included:
- Dr. WANG Yeting – Director, Office of International Exchange and Cooperation.
- Mr. YUAN Songyang – Dean, College of International Education.
- Ms. JIN Luer – Head of the Admission Office, College of International Education.
- Ms. ZHANG Aini – Program Manager, Office of International Exchange and Cooperation.


Dr. WANG Yeting and SWUFE representatives discussing potential cooperation in student exchange programs and academic exchange opportunities for faculty members.
During the meeting, both institutions agreed to promote student exchange programs and academic exchange activities, creating opportunities for students and faculty members to engage in international academic environments, strengthen cultural exchange, and broaden opportunities for cooperation in education.
Furthermore, the development of international joint education programs was identified as a promising direction for future cooperation. Both parties expressed their intention to continue discussions and explore cooperation models that align with their respective strengths and development orientations, thereby gradually realizing their long-term partnership goals.

Representatives of TDTU Faculty of Business Administration and SWUFE posing for a commemorative photo following the meeting.
The meeting concluded successfully, with both institutions sharing a commitment to advancing practical cooperation, particularly in student and faculty exchanges and the development of international joint education programs.
Through strengthening connections with reputable international partners, FBA TDTU continues to reaffirm its commitment to educational internationalization, expanding opportunities for students to engage in international learning and academic exchange while gradually building a sustainable network of partnerships that contributes to enhancing educational quality and international integration.
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