Smart mobility and Operations management: Unlocking new career pathways, embracing the trend of green and sustainable mobility
Educating Talent for Smart Mobility Systems
In the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the fields of logistics, transportation, and urban mobility are rapidly shifting toward modern operational management models and smart mobility systems, supported by technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
In Vietnam, this transformation is being accelerated by national initiatives promoting digital transformation in the transport sector, smart city development, and green and sustainable mobility, alongside major infrastructure projects such as urban metro systems, high-speed railways, seaports, and logistics hubs.
In response to the growing demand for skilled professionals in this field, the Bachelor’s Program in Transport Economics – Business Management and Operations of Mobility (BMOM) at the Institute of Smart City and Management (ISCM), University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has been designed to develop high-quality human resources capable of managing, operating, and optimizing multimodal transportation systems in the context of smart cities.
Core Interdisciplinary Knowledge for Modern Transport Systems
The program provides a strong interdisciplinary foundation essential for modern transportation systems, including:
Strong interdisciplinary knowledge: Students are trained to effectively manage and operate multimodal transportation systems, including road, rail, maritime, and aviation, within the context of smart cities and sustainable development.
Practical skills and Industry 4.0 technologies: The program emphasizes the development of competencies in transport data analytics, logistics and supply chain management, while applying technologies such as AI, Big Data, and IoT in transportation system operations.
Strategic workforce orientation: Students are prepared for key sectors such as logistics, multimodal transportation, smart urban mobility, and transport infrastructure management, addressing workforce demands during the rapid development of Vietnam’s transportation sector.
Experiential Learning through Laboratories and Real-World Projects: A distinctive feature of the program is its project-based and experiential learning approach. Students are exposed to simulation models and real-world challenges in the management and operation of transportation systems.
Modern facilities and specialized laboratories, including:
Smart Mobility Lab: research and simulation of intelligent transportation systems
Rail Systems Lab: research and operational analysis of railway and metro systems
Campus E-Mobility Living Lab: a testing environment for smart mobility solutions
In addition, students have opportunities to participate in field visits and learn about the operations of multimodal transportation systems, including road, rail, aviation, and maritime transport. Internship opportunities are also introduced through partnerships with companies and organizations in the industry.
Expanding Career Opportunities Across Multiple Sectors
Railway and Metro Operations Specialist / Manager: Responsible for organizing and supervising system operations, scheduling services, managing technical safety, and analyzing operational data. Career opportunities are available in railway and metro corporations or transportation infrastructure PPP projects.
Smart Mobility Planning and Analysis Specialist: Working in government agencies, Departments of Transport, research institutes, or smart city operation centers.
Operations and Logistics Management Specialist: Working in transportation companies, airports, logistics enterprises, or multimodal transport providers.
Smart Mobility Product, Data, and Technology Specialist: Working in transportation technology firms, Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) startups, or digital mobility platforms.
Urban Transport and Smart Infrastructure Project Manager: Participating in projects related to public infrastructure development, urban transportation systems, and sustainable city initiatives.
Researcher or Sustainable Mobility Project Assistant: Working in international organizations, research institutes, or academic institutions.
Scholarships and Development Opportunities
UEH offers scholarships to 50% of admitted students in programs related to transport services, including the BMOM program. The scholarship structure includes 50% full scholarships and 50% partial scholarships.
More than just an academic program, Transport Economics – Business Management and Operations of Mobility opens opportunities for students to become professionals who contribute to building modern, intelligent, and sustainable transportation systems for the cities of the future.
Reported by: Institute of Smart City and Management (ISCM)