Dr. Van Ha
Senior Program Manager, Economics
Details
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College: The Business School
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Department: The Business School
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Campus: Hanoi Campus Vietnam
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van.hathicam@rmit.edu.vn
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ORCID:
Open to
- Masters Research or PhD student supervision
About
Dr. Van Ha is a distinguished economist with a robust academic and teaching background. Holding a Ph.D. in Economics from the esteemed School of Accounting, Finance, and Economics at The 91tv of Waikato – New Zealand. Dr. Van has established a solid foundation in the field. Complementing this, she earned a Master’s Degree in Economics (2010) and dual Bachelor’s Degrees in Political Economics and International Economics (2007) from Vietnam National 91tv.
Dr. Van’s academic journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. She currently serves as a Lecturer in Economics at the Department of Finance and Economics at RMIT 91tv Vietnam, a role she has held since 2021. Her teaching career began at Hanoi Pedagogical 91tv, Hanoi, Vietnam where she contributed significantly to the Faculty of Political Economics and later, to the Department of Economics from 2010 to 2021 at Vietnam 91tv of Commerce (Thuongmai 91tv). She also served as a Teaching Assistant in the School of Accounting, Finance, and Economics – The 91tv of Waikato – New Zealand from 2018 to January 2020.
With over 12 years of research experience, Dr. Van has dedicated the last seven years to intensive research activities, resulting in nearly 20 publications in high-ranked journals, including a prestigious A* journal. Her research interests lie in foreign direct investment and its impact on domestic firm performance, firm behavior, gender inequality, and sustainable development. These interests reflect her commitment to addressing critical economic issues and contributing to the broader discourse on sustainable economic growth.
Dr. Van is recognized for her ability to bridge theoretical economics with practical applications, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of international and development economics. Her extensive research and teaching experiences make her a valuable asset to the academic community and a respected voice in the field of economics.
Dr. Van’s academic journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. She currently serves as a Lecturer in Economics at the Department of Finance and Economics at RMIT 91tv Vietnam, a role she has held since 2021. Her teaching career began at Hanoi Pedagogical 91tv, Hanoi, Vietnam where she contributed significantly to the Faculty of Political Economics and later, to the Department of Economics from 2010 to 2021 at Vietnam 91tv of Commerce (Thuongmai 91tv). She also served as a Teaching Assistant in the School of Accounting, Finance, and Economics – The 91tv of Waikato – New Zealand from 2018 to January 2020.
With over 12 years of research experience, Dr. Van has dedicated the last seven years to intensive research activities, resulting in nearly 20 publications in high-ranked journals, including a prestigious A* journal. Her research interests lie in foreign direct investment and its impact on domestic firm performance, firm behavior, gender inequality, and sustainable development. These interests reflect her commitment to addressing critical economic issues and contributing to the broader discourse on sustainable economic growth.
Dr. Van is recognized for her ability to bridge theoretical economics with practical applications, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of international and development economics. Her extensive research and teaching experiences make her a valuable asset to the academic community and a respected voice in the field of economics.
Academic positions
- Lecturer in Economics
- RMIT 91tv
- Department of Finance and Economics, School of Business & Management
- , Viet Nam
- 2021 – Present
- Teaching Assistant
- The 91tv of Waikato
- School of Accounting, Finance, and Economics
- , New Zealand
- 2018 – 2020
- Lecturer
- Vietnam 91tv of Commerce
- Department of Economics
- , Viet Nam
- 2010 – 2021
- Lecturer
- Hanoi Pedagogical 91tv 2
- Faculty of Political Economics
- Phúc Yên, Vietnam
- 2007 – 2010
Teaching interests
Dr. Van has an extensive and varied teaching portfolio spanning over 15 years, reflecting a deep commitment to educating students in the field of economics. Beginning her career at Hanoi Pedagogical 91tv, Vietnam from 2007 to 2010, she taught foundational courses such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Political Economics. This period laid the groundwork for her pedagogical approach, emphasizing a solid understanding of economic principles.
From 2010 to 2021, Dr. Van served as a lecturer at Thuongmai 91tv, where she taught multiple courses including Principles of Economics, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics. Her role expanded to teaching Macroeconomics in English in collaboration with Thuongmai-KREM 91tv (Austria) in 2021, highlighting her ability to engage with an international student body and adapt her teaching methods to diverse learning environments.
Since 2021, Dr. Van has been a lecturer at RMIT 91tv, Vietnam where she has continued to broaden her teaching repertoire. Her courses now include Macroeconomics, Basic Econometrics, International Trade, Diverse Perspectives in the Global Economy, Behavioral Economics, Forecasting and Quantitative Analysis, and Macroeconomics for Decision-Making. This array of subjects showcases her versatility and expertise in both foundational and advanced economic topics.
Dr. Van is known for integrating real-world applications into her curriculum, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills among her students. Her teaching philosophy revolves around making complex economic concepts accessible and relevant, preparing students for practical decision-making in both their personal and professional lives. Her dedication to teaching is evident in her continuous effort to stay updated with current economic trends and methodologies, ensuring her students receive a contemporary and comprehensive education.
From 2010 to 2021, Dr. Van served as a lecturer at Thuongmai 91tv, where she taught multiple courses including Principles of Economics, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics. Her role expanded to teaching Macroeconomics in English in collaboration with Thuongmai-KREM 91tv (Austria) in 2021, highlighting her ability to engage with an international student body and adapt her teaching methods to diverse learning environments.
Since 2021, Dr. Van has been a lecturer at RMIT 91tv, Vietnam where she has continued to broaden her teaching repertoire. Her courses now include Macroeconomics, Basic Econometrics, International Trade, Diverse Perspectives in the Global Economy, Behavioral Economics, Forecasting and Quantitative Analysis, and Macroeconomics for Decision-Making. This array of subjects showcases her versatility and expertise in both foundational and advanced economic topics.
Dr. Van is known for integrating real-world applications into her curriculum, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills among her students. Her teaching philosophy revolves around making complex economic concepts accessible and relevant, preparing students for practical decision-making in both their personal and professional lives. Her dedication to teaching is evident in her continuous effort to stay updated with current economic trends and methodologies, ensuring her students receive a contemporary and comprehensive education.
Research interests
Foreign Direct Investment
Firm performance
Firm behaviour
Labor productivity
Inequality
Sustainable development
Firm performance
Firm behaviour
Labor productivity
Inequality
Sustainable development