Global Engagement

Youth Leadership Seminar 4: Students Decode Strategic Leadership Styles Through Real-World Topics

07/07/2026

On the morning of July 7, the Faculty of Business Administration organized Youth Leadership Seminar 4 with the theme "Decode Your Strategic Leadership Style." The seminar served as an academic forum where students explored diverse perspectives on leadership in today's dynamic environment while strengthening their research, presentation, and critical thinking skills in English through presenting research topics before a professional evaluation panel.

Attending the program were the leadership board and lecturers of the Faculty of Business Administration. The evaluation panel included PhD. Piotr Antoni Binkowski – Vice Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, PhD. Su Dinh Khoa – Executive Director of BETMA English Center, and Mr. Tran Trung Nam – Human Resources Department, Allan Hall, Sydney (Australia).

Representatives of the Faculty of Business Administration presented certificates of appreciation to the evaluation panel.

Youth Leadership Seminar 4 received more than 40 student papers published in the seminar proceedings, focusing on the essential qualities of strategic leaders in the modern era. Among them, three outstanding research topics were selected for presentation, each exploring a different aspect of leadership competencies, ranging from management thinking and technology application to human-centered leadership.

Certificates were presented to students whose papers were published in the Youth Leadership Seminar 4 proceedings.

PhD. Piotr Antoni Binkowski, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, emphasized the academic values and practical significance of Youth Leadership Seminar 4.

Opening the seminar, student Vo Song Toan presented his research on how risk assessment contributes to shaping future leaders. He emphasized the importance of risk management thinking in decision-making, stating that effective leaders need not only vision but also the ability to assess risks, develop clear plans, and make well-prepared decisions. Using academic planning as an example, he illustrated the value of strategic thinking and risk evaluation.

Student Vo Song Toan emphasized the importance of risk management thinking for effective leadership.

From the perspective of technology application, the presentation "Building an Ethical AI Mental Health Assistant: A Young Leader's Initiative to Support University Students" by student Nguyen Le Nhu Quynh introduced a fresh perspective on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supporting mental well-being. The research proposed developing an ethical AI assistant capable of accompanying students, helping them recognize psychological stress, reduce pressure, and access appropriate support resources. The study also emphasized that AI is not intended to replace mental health professionals but to serve as a supportive tool for creating a learning environment that places greater emphasis on students' mental well-being.

Student Nguyen Le Nhu Quynh shared a young leader's perspective on the role of AI assistants in supporting mental health.

The seminar concluded with a presentation by student Cao Quoc Binh on leadership thinking through the Mentor Leadership model. Drawing from personal experiences and observations, he analyzed the differences between society's traditional perception of leadership and the true nature of modern leadership. According to his research, instead of focusing solely on control, direction, or performance evaluation, today's leaders should become mentors who listen, support, coach, and inspire others to maximize their potential.

Student Cao Quoc Binh analyzed the core elements of an effective leadership style.

By comparing the Traditional Leader model with the Mindset Mentor Leader approach, the research group emphasized that leadership is not merely about giving orders or demanding compliance. Instead, it is about building trust, encouraging dialogue, motivating teams, and solving problems together. The group concluded that effective leaders should be able to empower, inspire, share vision, and lead change. These qualities represent the core values of sustainable leadership in today's workplace, where people remain at the center of organizational development.

Following each presentation, students responded to questions and critiques from the evaluation panel. Through professional feedback from lecturers and industry experts, participants had the opportunity to refine their research, strengthen analytical thinking, and improve their ability to present management-related issues within practical contexts.

Lecturers and business representatives provided professional feedback and constructive critiques to help students improve their research projects.

Through Youth Leadership Seminar 4, the Faculty of Business Administration continues to foster an academic environment closely connected with real-world practice, encouraging students to actively explore emerging management trends, apply technology, and develop strategic leadership thinking. These efforts contribute to equipping students with essential competencies to thrive in the global labor market.

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