Hanoi, Vietnam – February 27, 2025 – Cranes Varsity, India, and FPT Academy International, Vietnam, have officially launched an Advanced Diploma in Automotive Software Development, a pioneering program designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expertise. Announced during a high-profile event on February 24-25, 2025, at FPT Tower, Hanoi, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in the development of Vietnam’s automotive technology workforce.
This strategic partnership brings together Cranes Varsity’s 25+ years of expertise in technical training and FPT’s academic leadership to address the growing demand for specialized automotive software professionals. The program spans two years and is divided into four structured terms, providing 800 hours of rigorous training, from foundational concepts to advanced automotive software development.
Leadership Endorsements
“This collaboration is a pivotal step in our mission to equip students with industry-relevant skills in the evolving automotive technology sector,” said Mr. Asif Khader, Co-founder & Managing Director of Cranes Software International Ltd. “By leveraging our technical expertise and FPT’s robust educational infrastructure, we are creating a pathway for students to become industry leaders.”
Dr. Truong Gia Binh, Chairman of FPT Corporation, emphasized the program’s significance: “Vietnam’s automotive and technology sectors are growing rapidly. This partnership ensures students receive world-class training aligned with global industry standards while catering to the specific needs of the regional market.”
Program Overview
A Strong Collaborative Model
Recognizing Cranes Varsity’s 25-year legacy in training and content development, FPT entered into a partnership for three major aspects of training:
Industry-Aligned Curriculum | Learning Management System (LMS) Platform Service | Evaluation and Certifications
Cranes Varsity, through this training partnership collaboration with FPT Academy International, is for the first time providing international training certification for the Automotive Software Development Program in Vietnam. It is also replicating a proven model that has driven success in the Indian automotive and embedded systems industry.
“Through this initiative, Cranes Varsity is committed to empowering Vietnamese students with the skills needed to excel in the evolving automotive and embedded systems industries and aims to build a trained resource pool and open new career pathways in the global automotive sector,” said Ms. Arpita Mitra, Vice President, Cranes Varsity.
About Cranes Varsity
Established in 1998, Cranes Varsity is a leading provider of hands-on technical training, having trained over 100,000 graduates, universities, and corporate professionals. With a legacy of 25+ years in technology education, it is a trusted name in embedded systems, automotive software, AI, and IoT training. More details about its programs can be found at https://www.cranesvarsity.com.
About FPT Academy International
FPT Academy International, part of FPT Corporation, is a premier educational institution in Vietnam, committed to delivering cutting-edge training in technology and business. Learn more at https://fpt.edu.vn/.
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Media Contacts:
Spokespersons from both Cranes Varsity and FPT Academy International are available for interviews upon request. For media inquiries, interview scheduling, or additional information, please contact:
Cranes Varsity: Harsha GH | harsha@cranesvarsity.com | Website: www.cranesvarsity.com
FPT Academy International: Nguyen Do Quyen (Miss Ivy) | quyennd6@fe.edu.vn | Website: https://fpt.edu.vn