Talentnet Academy and SMU ExD launch NextGen for Vietnamese family business leaders

Talentnet Academy and SMU Executive Development have jointly launched a new program called "NextGen: Lead the Legacy, Shape the Future" for Vietnamese family business leaders. The program is a collaboration between the two institutions and SMU’s Business Families Institute, drawing on their combined expertise in executive education and family business management.

Vietnamese family businesses are experiencing a surge in growth ambitions, with 31% of leaders aiming for "quick and aggressive" expansion in the next two years, according to PwC’s 12th Vietnam Family Business Survey. However, the report highlights the need for a next generation of leaders to carry on and build upon these enterprises.

Despite the growth potential, limited training programs exist to prepare next-generation leaders in Vietnamese private and family businesses. The new program aims to address this gap by providing academic insights, practical frameworks, and peer learning opportunities tailored to Vietnam’s business and leadership landscape. Through the program, participants will learn to lead across generations, transform their businesses in the era of technology and AI, strengthen family and business governance, and translate succession aspirations into actionable plans.

The program is set to launch in March 2027 with a limited enrollment to ensure a high-quality learning experience for the selected business leaders.