The semiconductor industry is seen as a key driver for Vietnam’s economic growth, and there is a need to develop skilled human resources to drive innovation and competitiveness in the global market. This was highlighted at the conference “Vietnam’s Semiconductor Human Resources in the Global Supply Chain,” organized by Phenikaa Group, Phenikaa University in collaboration with Synopsys Corporation and Arizona State University on May 4.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha emphasized the importance of human resources in the semiconductor industry, stating that highly skilled labor is crucial to drive competitiveness and innovation. Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung outlined the national strategy to build Vietnam as a global hub for semiconductor industry human resources, attracting investment in research, design, production, packaging, and testing of semiconductor chips.
Currently, Vietnam has a workforce of 600,000 – 700,000 information technology, software, and electronics engineers who can be retrained for the semiconductor industry in 6 – 12 months. Minister Hung stressed the importance of cooperation between semiconductor businesses, universities, and the government to enhance training facilities and resources in the country.
Phenikaa Group and Phenikaa University are actively involved in training microchip human resources in Vietnam, with plans to train thousands of engineers and technicians to meet industry demands by 2030. The government is focused on developing the Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy and Human Resource Training Project in line with international standards to foster innovation and production in the semiconductor field.
Overall, building a strong foundation for the semiconductor industry in Vietnam requires collaboration between businesses, universities