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Van Lang Saigon College (VLSC) places a strong emphasis on cultivating a borderless learning environment, where students not only acquire specialized knowledge but also develop a robust capacity for global integration. The recent Campus Tour event, featuring a delegation from PAL GLAD Company—a reputable enterprise in the nursing care sector in Japan—serves as a vivid testament to the College’s philosophy of practical and internationalized education. A distinct feature of this engagement was the entire tour and exchange program being conducted exclusively in Japanese, delivering superior academic and experiential value to VLSC students.
Developing linguistic competence in a professional setting
The event created an optimal context for VLSC students to apply their linguistic knowledge to real-life communicative situations. Confidently welcoming, guiding the corporate delegation, and engaging in conversations and Q&A sessions entirely in Japanese was not merely a practice activity but a pragmatic assessment of their language proficiency.
Refining Fluency and Accuracy: This experience helped students cultivate instant linguistic reflexes, while simultaneously demanding the accurate use of vocabulary and grammatical structures suitable for a professional and academic context.
Solidifying Communication Confidence: Overcoming the psychological barrier of direct interaction with native speakers in a professional setting fortifies students’ confidence, laying a firm foundation for future participation in international work environments.
Cultivating professional demeanor and corporate culture acumen
By organizing and leading the campus tour, VLSC students were afforded the opportunity to practice and demonstrate professional conduct in every action and gesture.
Culture of Hosting and Hospitality: From the initial friendly smile and formal welcome to the attentive guidance provided during the campus visit, students showcased meticulousness and professionalism, reflecting an understanding of appropriate partner hosting culture.
Presentation and Interaction Skills: Confidently sharing information about VLSC’s dynamic learning environment and interacting with corporate representatives helped students hone their presentation skills and non-verbal communication—essential soft skills in the global workplace.
Expanding specialized knowledge and unlocking career opportunities
The in-depth discussion session with nursing care experts from PAL GLAD was a significant academic highlight, providing tangible value to students, especially those pursuing health-related disciplines.
Authentic Industry Insights: Students directly received candid and experience-rich narratives about the work, challenges, and developmental prospects within the Japanese nursing care industry. This afforded them a multi-dimensional, profound, and realistic perspective on their chosen field.
International Career Orientation: The exchange provided a clear visualization of potential internship programs and formal employment opportunities in Japan. The greatest value derived is the direct linkage between their current academic theories and a viable international career trajectory.
The Core Value Delivered by VLSC: Language acquisition at VLSC extends beyond achieving certificates or merely being “proficient”; it is about transforming language into a powerful instrument that opens doors to opportunities for meeting, experiencing, and engaging with the actual professional world, especially the international environment.
VLSC – Where the journey of language mastery is converted into invaluable experiences and solid career opportunities, equipping students with comprehensive competency to confidently step into the global labor market.