Fields of Expertise and Institutional Mandates

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The Research Institute of Applied Tourism (RIAT) specializes in scientific research, professional training, strategic consulting, and international collaboration, with the aim of delivering practical solutions and advancing the sustainable development of the tourism sector.

Core Areas of Activity

Scientific Research and Applied Innovation

  • Conduct in-depth research in business, management, tourism, socio-cultural studies, and economic geography.

  • Develop innovative models and technological solutions tailored to the needs of the modern tourism market.

Training and Human Resource Development

  • Organize professional training programs and workshops to enhance practical skills for individuals and organizations in the tourism industry.

  • Update curricula to reflect emerging trends, digital transformation, and international integration requirements.

Strategic Consulting and Scientific Services

  • Provide strategic consulting services to help businesses optimize management and pursue sustainable development.

  • Transfer scientific products and research outcomes into practical applications.

International Cooperation and Sustainable Development

  • Establish partnerships with domestic and international institutions, focusing on collaborative research and development projects.

  • Strengthen knowledge exchange and expand opportunities for promoting sustainable tourism.

Functions and Mandates of the Institute

Research and Innovation

  • Conduct research on tourism, business, society, and culture, integrating innovation to generate advanced solutions.

  • Propose practical strategies and policy recommendations to foster sustainable tourism development.

Consulting and Application Services

  • Serve as a bridge between scientific research and real-world application by offering management, strategic, and digital transformation consultancy.

  • Support enterprises in adopting effective governance models and technological innovations in operations.

Knowledge Transfer and Value Dissemination

  • Transfer science and technology solutions with high applicability to individual and organizational practices.

  • Organize national and international conferences and seminars to promote scientific exchange, cooperation, and dissemination of knowledge.

High-Quality Human Resource Development

  • Provide specialized training to build a skilled workforce that meets the growing demands of the tourism industry.

  • Ensure that training programs are aligned with labor market realities, contributing to the sustainable growth of organizations and enterprises.

Promoting Collaboration and Integration

  • Foster international cooperation and linkages with scientific organizations to tap into potential and expand development opportunities.

  • Contribute to building a sustainable partnership network that synergizes academic research with practical implementation.

Social Responsibility and Legal Compliance

  • Fulfill all obligations related to scientific and technological reporting in accordance with regulations, ensuring transparency and legal compliance.

  • Integrate research activities with community benefit, creating positive value contributions to society.

Institutional Rights

Autonomy in Organization and Operations

  • Independently develop and manage its organizational structure, recruit and utilize human resources in line with its mandates.

  • Formulate its own scientific plans, financial strategies, and long-term development objectives.

Authority in Pricing and Collaboration

  • Determine the value of research products and scientific services based on contractual agreements, ensuring appropriate compensation.

  • Autonomously sign contracts and cooperation agreements with domestic and international partners in accordance with legal regulations.

Research Transfer and Legal Protection

  • Transfer publicly funded research outcomes in accordance with intellectual property laws and relevant legal provisions.

  • Exercise full authority over registered activities while ensuring legal compliance and protecting stakeholders’ rights.

  • Enjoy all other entitlements as prescribed for scientific and technological organizations under Vietnamese law.

With a strategic vision, the Research Institute of Applied Tourism (RIAT) is committed to harnessing scientific potential, applying innovative solutions, and generating practical value for the tourism industry. RIAT strives to lead sustainable development and foster global integration within the field.