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To promote the innovative startup ecosystem and strengthen connections between businesses, investors, and research institutions, the Hanoi Department of Science and Technology is announcing the Venture Capital Accelerated (VCA) 2026 program organized by Quest Ventures, in collaboration with its partners. The program offers a full scholarship of US$2,500 to selected candidates.
In addition to training content, the program creates opportunities to network and learn from experienced investors, founders, and experts, thereby expanding connections within the startup ecosystem.
Taking place live for one day, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on November 13th at Hanoi Medical University (1 Ton That Tung Street, Kim Lien Ward, Hanoi), VCA focuses on topics such as: an overview of venture capital, business models, building investment arguments, evaluating startup businesses, due diligence processes, drafting investment documents, valuation and profitability, and accessing the Vietnamese market.
The program’s moderator is James Tan, Managing Partner at Quest Ventures. With experience in technology and investment, he will share his knowledge on venture capital, the fundraising process for startups, and how to build a suitable investment strategy.
Notably, the program offers the Quest Ventures Venture Leader Scholarship, a fully funded scholarship covering tuition fees of $2,500 for selected candidates. Scholarship applications require a CV; suitable candidates will be contacted for a short interview. Participants who meet the requirements will receive a certificate of completion from Quest Ventures.
The program is conducted in English. The deadline for registration and scholarship applications is November 1, 2026, at: https://www.quest.ventures/vca.
The Hanoi Department of Science and Technology encourages startups, scientists, lecturers, students, and interested individuals to register and participate. The program aims to enhance investment capacity, promote the commercialization of research results, and strengthen connections between research activities, businesses, and investors.
The VCA 2026 program is organized within the framework of the National TECHFEST 2026, aiming to strengthen connections between startups, investors, and other components of the innovation ecosystem. TECHFEST 2026 is scheduled to take place from November 13th to 15th in Hanoi.
