MANAGEMENT OF UNDERGRADUATE BRIDGING EDUCATION AT CAN THO UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY

Ngo My Linh, Thai Cong Dan, Pham Kieu Anh Tho, Tran Binh Khiem, Nguyen Gia Thinh

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This study examines the management of undergraduate bridging education at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam, from an educational management perspective. It aims to propose feasible measures to enhance the effectiveness of bridging programs based on theoretical analysis and an assessment of current management practices. The study employs both theoretical and empirical methods, including surveys of administrators, lecturers, and bridging students. The findings show that while existing management demonstrates strengths in planning, organization, direction, and initial evaluation, limitations remain in curriculum continuity, training flexibility, supervision consistency, digital technology application, and staff professional development. Based on these findings, the study proposes five feasible management measures to improve the quality and effectiveness of undergraduate bridging education at the University.

 

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educational management; undergraduate bridging education; training management; medical university; Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

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