The 8th Scientific Conference on Accounting and Auditing (VCAA 2026)
On October 16, 2026, the 8th Scientific Conference on Accounting and Auditing (VCAA 2026) was held at Foreign Trade University in Hanoi under the theme “Innovation in Vietnamese Accounting and Auditing in the Era of Digital Transformation and International Integration.” The University of Finance – Marketing (UFM) was one of the conference co-organizers. Representing UFM's Faculty of Accounting and Auditing, Dr. Duong Hoang Ngoc Khue, Vice Dean of the Faculty, attended the event.
VCAA 2026 was organized by Foreign Trade University in collaboration with universities, academies, and professional organizations, providing an academic platform for researchers, lecturers, and professionals in accounting and auditing. The conference focused on emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in research, education, and professional practice amid digital transformation, sustainable development, and international integration.
During the plenary session, distinguished speakers delivered presentations on several key topics, including the application of intelligent technologies in the accounting profession; carbon accounting and the role of accounting professionals in the net-zero era; and emerging demands and trends in technology and artificial intelligence (AI) education for accounting and finance professionals.
These presentations highlighted significant changes in the professional landscape and emphasized the need to innovate educational approaches and strengthen professional competencies in response to technological advancements and evolving international standards.
In addition to the plenary session, the conference featured five parallel thematic sessions covering the following areas:
Sustainability reporting (ESG), carbon accounting, and the green economy.
Digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and accounting and auditing information systems.
Adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and enhancement of Vietnam's accounting regulatory framework.
Innovation in accounting and auditing education and professional competency development in the digital era.
Financial management, taxation, corporate governance, and audit quality enhancement.
These sessions provided opportunities for researchers to present their findings, exchange academic perspectives, and propose future directions for improving accounting and auditing practices in an evolving professional environment.
As one of the co-organizing institutions, the University of Finance – Marketing's participation in VCAA 2026 contributed to strengthening academic connections and collaboration with higher education institutions and professional organizations in accounting and auditing. Representing the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing, Dr. Duong Hoang Ngoc Khue, Vice Dean, attended the conference, providing an opportunity to engage in professional discussions, gain insights into emerging research and educational trends, and expand connections within the academic community.
Dr. Duong Hoang Ngoc Khue receives a commemorative plaque at VCAA 2026.
Participation in VCAA 2026 represents one of UFM's ongoing efforts to promote scientific research, expand academic collaboration networks, and enhance educational quality at both the university and faculty levels.
The conference also provided an opportunity for the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing to stay informed about emerging developments in the profession, particularly in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, sustainability accounting, and international accounting standards. These developments are essential to preparing accounting and auditing graduates with the knowledge and competencies required to meet the evolving demands of professional practice.
Selected photos from VCAA 2026
