MSB Achieves ACCA Approved Employer Status, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Talent Development

Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MSB) has officially been recognized by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) as an ACCA Approved Employer, while also signing a strategic partnership agreement with ACCA. The milestone marks an important step in MSB’s human capital development journey—one of the core pillars in the bank’s sustainable development strategy.

MSB x ACCA: A Strategic Partnership

The ACCA Approved Employer certification is an international recognition granted to organizations that provide a working environment and professional development programs aligned with global standards, particularly in the fields of finance and accounting. For MSB, the recognition not only reflects the bank’s strong investment in talent development and professional training, but also highlights its long-term strategy to build a workforce that combines knowledge, technological capabilities and social responsibility—key elements of sustainable development.

The partnership between MSB and ACCA also opens a new chapter in the bank’s human resource development efforts, with the aim of standardizing training systems in line with international benchmarks and fostering a culture of continuous learning in response to the rapidly evolving financial landscape. Beyond recognition, the partnership reinforces a core belief at MSB: people are at the center of every value, and investing in people means investing in the future.

At the event, Nguyen Hoang Linh, Chief Executive Officer of MSB, shared:
“We do not view people simply as resources, but as the lifeblood of the organization. Each individual carries unique aspirations and values. When the bank creates opportunities for people to unlock their potential, we are not only developing our workforce but also contributing to a better future—for them, for MSB, and for society.”

From ACCA Vietnam, To Quoc Hung, Country Director, said:
“ACCA highly appreciates MSB’s strategy in creating an environment that nurtures knowledge, capabilities and professional growth for each individual. Partnerships like this serve as important drivers for innovation and positive change in the industry. Today’s signing ceremony reflects the strong commitment between ACCA and MSB to work together, overcome challenges, seize new opportunities and elevate the impact of both organizations in Vietnam.”

Building Talent to Shape a Sustainable Future

The ACCA Approved Employer certification marks a significant step in MSB’s human resource development strategy for the 2024–2027 period. The bank aims to cultivate financial professionals with deep expertise and forward-thinking capabilities—professionals who not only master international standards such as IFRS and Basel III/IV, but are also skilled in data analytics, reporting automation and technology-driven decision-making.

These professionals are expected to become responsible leaders who balance business performance with social values, and economic growth with sustainability.

MSB believes that a strong organization begins with empowered and inspired people. The bank is therefore committed to building a “happy workplace” environment where employees are encouraged to learn, innovate and grow—ensuring that career development goes hand in hand with personal growth. Each milestone in an employee’s journey is also a step forward in MSB’s broader transformation.

CEO Nguyen Hoang Linh emphasized:
“We hope every MSB employee will become a pioneer—not only in their profession but also in making responsible choices. When individuals understand that their personal growth is closely linked to the value they create for the community, the organization will not only succeed but also grow sustainably.”

Over the past three years, MSB has increasingly aligned its talent development strategy with ESG principles, as the bank transitions toward a “responsible banking” model. ESG principles are gradually being integrated into the bank’s internal culture—from fair recruitment and transparent training programs to data-driven governance.

Beyond building a highly skilled workforce, MSB aims to develop a generation of professionals who understand that personal success gains true meaning when it contributes to the balanced development of both the organization and society.

At MSB, every employee is not just a workforce member but a partner in creating value and driving the bank closer to its vision of becoming “a bank that everyone wants to join and no one wants to leave”—a place where knowledge is shared, efforts are recognized and the future is built together.

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