14/09/2026
The document aims to enhance cooperation between educational institutions and enterprises in order to meet the growing demand for skilled human resources and support the province’s socio-economic development. The dispatch was issued in implementation of Conclusion Notice No. 204/TB-TCTĐA dated August 13, 2026, of the Task Force responsible for implementing Project 01. Based on workforce demand information provided by the Nghi Son Economic Zone and Industrial Parks Authority, the Department of Education and Training requested relevant institutions to develop training plans aligned with labor market needs and enterprise requirements.
According to the report, workforce demand in the Nghi Son Economic Zone and industrial parks is concentrated in 24 occupational and industrial groups, with a projected need for 9,387 workers during the last six months of 2026 and 37,310 workers during the 2027–2030 period.
Delegates visit the exhibition booth of Hong Duc University at the 2026 Business Dialogue Conference
Several sectors are expected to experience particularly high demand between 2027 and 2030, including footwear manufacturing (10,050 workers), industrial and urban infrastructure construction (3,900), mechanical engineering and precision manufacturing, including automobiles and motorcycles (2,900), logistics and port services (2,620), textile and garment production (2,350), electrical engineering, electronics, telecommunications and automation (2,300), consumer goods and light industries (1,900), agricultural, forestry and seafood processing (1,800), chemicals and petrochemicals (1,610), tourism and hospitality services (1,400), and energy industries such as LNG, wind power and solar power (1,300).
The workforce demand forecast also identifies labor requirements by qualification level. During the last six months of 2026 and the 2027–2030 period, demand includes 4,208 university graduates, 4,701 college graduates, 6,333 intermediate-level workers, 6,347 elementary-level workers, 15,241 workers trained through short-term courses of less than three months, and 9,867 workers in other categories.
For Hong Duc University and vocational education institutions, the Department of Education and Training has emphasized the importance of proactive collaboration with the Nghi Son Economic Zone and Industrial Parks Authority, the Thanh Hoa Business Association, and enterprises operating in the province.
Educational institutions are encouraged to work closely with businesses to identify workforce demand, training specialties, and employment opportunities after graduation. This cooperation will help develop training programs that meet industry requirements and ensure graduates possess the professional knowledge and practical skills needed by employers.
The Department also encourages the implementation of innovative cooperation models such as the “Three-Party Partnership” involving government agencies, educational institutions, and enterprises; the “University–Enterprise–Learner” model; and the “School within Enterprise” model. These approaches aim to enhance workforce training at all levels, from short-term vocational training to university education, particularly in fields with high demand such as Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, Logistics, Automotive Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Garment Manufacturing, Automation, Tourism, and Service Industries.
In addition, Hong Duc University and vocational training institutions are expected to develop professional development plans for lecturers and instructors, update teaching content in line with technological advancements, and cooperate with enterprises in designing curricula and training materials. These efforts will contribute to improving professional qualifications and practical skills for workers engaged in production, business, and service sectors.
Hong Duc University attends the 2026 Business–University Partnership Forum
The institutions are also encouraged to coordinate with the Provincial Employment Service Center in updating labor market information, organizing job fairs and employment events, strengthening career guidance activities, and supporting enterprises in workforce management and development.
As a key higher education institution in Thanh Hoa Province, Hong Duc University remains committed to strengthening partnerships with government agencies, businesses, and industry stakeholders. Through demand-driven training programs, curriculum innovation, and expanded university–industry cooperation, the University aims to contribute significantly to the development of a highly qualified workforce capable of meeting the labor demands of the Nghi Son Economic Zone and industrial parks, thereby supporting the sustainable growth of Thanh Hoa Province in the years ahead.