General Introduction

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History of formation

1973: Library Science was offered at the Faculty of History, Hanoi University (now the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi).
1996: The Department of Information and Library Science was established and began offering the Information and Library Science program at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
2004 - February 2026: The Faculty of Information and Library Science was established with its current organizational structure comprising three departments: Information Management, Information and Documentation, and Library and Bibliographic Studies.
03/2026 - present: The Faculty has been renamed the Faculty of Information Management.

Mission
The Faculty of Information Management, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has the mission of leading in scientific research and training high-quality human resources in the fields of information management and information-library services to contribute to the building and development of the country.
Target
- To become a leading Faculty of Information Management and Library Science in the country, on par with advanced training institutions in the region and the world, at the bachelor, master, and doctoral levels in information and library science.
- Leading the way in scientific research in information management, knowledge management, and library science. Bringing Vietnam's information and library sector into integration and development towards a DIGITAL FUTURE.
- To become a reputable partner in cooperation and development between Vietnam and international partners in the fields of information management and library science.
Development orientation
- Strengthen cooperation with domestic training institutions, agencies, and organizations. Seek opportunities to expand cooperative relationships with international universities and organizations to develop training and scientific research.
- With a human-centered development goal, the Faculty promotes the development of a high-quality staff with in-depth expertise in information management, information and library science, proficiency in foreign languages, and the ability to publish internationally.
Educational philosophy
Based on the "Liberal Education" philosophy of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, as stated in document No. 1765/XHNV-ĐBCL dated July 14, 2017, the Faculty of Information Management uses this philosophy as the foundation for its educational philosophy. Specifically, it is explained as follows:
Our goal is to help learners achieve sustainable success and genuine happiness – living authentically, being themselves; becoming free individuals, responsible citizens, and outstanding professionals; encouraging commitment and living in accordance with their dignity.
Freedom and engagement: learners will view problems from multiple perspectives, always ready to challenge existing knowledge, possessing a critical spirit; they will be open-minded, willing to step out of their comfort zone, explore neighboring fields of knowledge, develop proactively and sustainably, and be able to identify and seize opportunities for themselves in the future.
Elite professionals: always believe in practical learning, promote self-discovery of knowledge, maintain self-discipline in lifelong learning; accumulate transferable skills and thus adapt to different contexts in life; aim to become experts in the fields of information, library, and information management; possess strong leadership and management abilities.
Responsible citizens have a strong sense of values and ethics, and strive to fulfill their civic duties, participating in the common issues of their group, community, and profession; they understand and carefully consider their actions; and they are aware of their place in the natural and social world.
Outstanding achievements
As a unit with a long history of achievements and prestige in training in Information and Library Science in Vietnam, the Faculty has trained many generations of graduates who have held and continue to hold key positions in major information and library agencies nationwide. Throughout its formation and development, the Faculty has been honored to receive numerous commendations and awards at various levels recognizing its contributions and achievements, including: