Runner-up Phuong Anh graduated with a master's degree, reminiscing about her dream of opening a milk tea shop.

Á hậu Phạm Ngọc Phương Anh rạng ngời trong ngày nhận bằng thạc sĩ dù — Runner-up Pham Ngoc Phuong Anh was radiant on the day she received her master's degree despite "not having any milk tea shop" as she wished 8 years ago - Photo: NV

According to runner-up Phuong Anh, "Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?" is a common question not only in beauty pageants but also in job interviews. Phuong Anh received this question when applying for a scholarship at RMIT University Vietnam in 2016. At that time, Phuong Anh answered: "I want to open a milk tea shop".

But 8 years later, Pham Ngoc Phuong Anh - first runner-up of Miss Vietnam 2020 - still doesn't have a milk tea shop.

"I apologize to Phuong Anh of 2016 because that didn't happen. But if the girl from 2016 could see Phuong Anh of now, I believe she would still be very proud. Not because of my achievements, reputation or work, but because of the person I have become" - Phuong Anh shared at the graduation ceremony of RMIT University held on April 9.

Phuong Anh received a master's degree in global business. Previously in 2021, Phuong Anh graduated as valedictorian of her university majoring in business information systems. Phuong Anh received scholarships for both her undergraduate and master's programs.

Sharing more about her past journey and current results, Phuong Anh said she is happy because she has strength, determination and perseverance. Happy because she is ready to seize opportunities, ready to accept risks, ready to challenge herself, ready to pursue her dreams and passion.

She also believes that in the next 5 years and the years to come, she will always feel this pride. Because what she has achieved today will be a solid foundation for her future journey.

Proof of effort and talent

Á hậu Phương Anh nhận bằng thạc sĩ - Ảnh: N.V — Runner-up Phuong Anh received her master's degree - Photo: NV

Professor Sherman Young - Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) and Vice-President of RMIT University - assessed Phuong Anh as an outstanding RMIT alumnus with a brilliant journey, a testament to the power of effort and talent.

He said Phuong Anh received the prestigious President's Scholarship from RMIT University Vietnam in 2016 and a global master's scholarship in business, and her academic and professional progress has always been highly appreciated.

Fluent in both English and French, her voice transcends national borders. In addition to her studies, Phuong Anh is a vibrant and active member of the RMIT community, enthusiastically contributing her time and expertise to various events and conferences, leaving a legacy in the engagement and development of the university.

Phuong Anh’s charm and achievements have been recognized not only at RMIT but also on national and international stages. Phuong Anh is also the vice-president of an education support organization and organizes volunteer events for children.

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