Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School

What Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School does

Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School (VILAS) is a privately held Vietnamese vocational training institution founded in 2009 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City. The company delivers professional training and certification programs in logistics services, supply chain management, and aviation cargo, operating a progressive curriculum that begins with foundation courses (Supply Chain Executive, Procurement Executive, Logistics Services Executive, Supply Chain Analytics) and advances into internationally recognized credentials from IATA, FIATA, APICS (CSCP, CPIM, CTSC), and CIPS. Its core technology is an e-learning platform with online examination capability for IATA certifications, combined with classroom simulation tools including Inchainge's The Fresh Connection supply chain game. Two physical training academies in Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Binh District, near Tan Son Nhat Airport) and Hanoi (Dong Da District) anchor in-person delivery, supported by community assets such as the VSCC student club, SCSS seminar series, Supply Chain Talk podcast, and an international field trip to Singapore.

VILAS generates revenue through four streams: open-enrollment public training programs (professional services), customized in-house corporate training delivered at client sites, international certification programs delivered under license from IATA/FIATA/APICS/CIPS (licensing/royalties), and operation consulting for logistics and supply chain efficiency. Go-to-market is sales-led for enterprise clients and event-driven for individual professionals, with lead generation supported by seminars, competitions, and field trips. Customer segments are split across working professionals seeking certification, enterprise corporate clients requiring workforce development (FMCG, logistics, electronics, aviation, healthcare, e-commerce, manufacturing), and students/new graduates using foundation courses and the VSCC club as career entry points. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is negotiated through a consulting application form on a pay-as-you-go basis tied to course duration and certification level. The institution has 51–100 employees and reports "hundreds of enterprise clients" including multinational brands such as PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Nestle, Unilever, P&G, Samsung, DHL, Maersk, Cargill, Vietnam Airlines, VietJet, Sanofi, Pfizer, Shopee, and Lazada.

Name

Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School

Legal name

Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School Co., Ltd.

Website

https://vilas.edu.vn

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

VILAS is a Vietnamese vocational training institution delivering IATA, FIATA, APICS, and CIPS-certified programs in logistics, supply chain management, and aviation cargo to individual professionals and enterprise clients across FMCG, logistics, and aviation sectors in Vietnam.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational and Professional Training Services

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Ground Handling & Air Cargo Operations (EDAOANAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

Keywords

• Logistics training programs
• Supply chain education
• Aviation cargo certification
• Professional certification training
• Corporate training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ho Chi Minh City

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Public Training Programs: Open enrollment training courses for individuals covering Supply Chain, Logistics, and Aviation Cargo topics. Programs include foundation courses, professional series, and certification preparation courses.
2. In-House Corporate Training: Customized training programs delivered at client premises, covering specific topics like Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, and Demand Forecasting tailored to company needs.
3. International Certification Programs: Authorized training for IATA, FIATA, APICS, and CIPS certifications. Revenue generated through training fees and certification examination fees.
4. Operation Consulting: Consulting services for operational excellence in logistics and supply chain management, helping enterprises optimize their operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Vietnam Logistics and Aviation School (VILAS) is a vocational training institution that delivers public courses, customized in-house corporate training, and authorized international certification programs (IATA, FIATA, APICS, CIPS) in logistics services, supply chain management, and aviation cargo. It also provides operational consulting for logistics and supply chain efficiency and runs community events and student development programs such as the VILAS Supply Chain Club (VSCC) and Supply Chain Seminar Series (SCSS).

Product overview

VILAS is a training and education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs in Logistics Services, Supply Chain Management, and Air Cargo. The portfolio is organized in a progressive training roadmap: Foundation level courses (Supply Chain Executive, Procurement Executive, Logistics Services Executive, Supply Chain Analytics) build foundational competencies; Professional programs include FIATA Advanced Diplomas in Supply Chain Management covering specialized areas (Warehouse, Transportation, Demand & Supply Planning, Production & Operations, Marketing, Procurement, Contract Management, Finance); International certifications from APICS (CSCP, CPIM, CTSC) and CIPS (Diploma in Procurement & Supply); Aviation programs including IATA courses for Cargo, Dangerous Goods, Live Animals, Pharma/Vaccines, Safety Management Systems, and Cargo Security; plus corporate services (in-house training, operation consulting), community events (SCSS seminars, Supply Chain Talk podcast), student development (VSCC club, ASCC workshops), and international study programs (Singapore Supply Chain Adventure). The institution serves both individuals seeking career advancement and enterprises requiring workforce development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Supply Chain Executive (SCE) Foundation-level course providing comprehensive knowledge about Supply Chain according to global standards, incorporating The Fresh Connection simulation for hands-on learning experience. Designed for individuals building foundational competencies in supply chain management.
• Procurement Executive Foundation-level training for individuals starting their career in procurement and purchasing, covering essential procurement knowledge and skills.
• Logistics Services Executive Foundation-level course covering comprehensive logistics services knowledge from basic to advanced levels for domestic and international operations.
• Supply Chain Analytics Analyst-level training focusing on data analysis skills for supply chain optimization and decision-making.
• FIATA Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management Advanced certification program covering Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Transportation Management, Demand and Supply Planning, Production and Operations Management, Global Marketing Management, Procurement Management, Contract Management, and Finance Management. Offered as FIATA Authorized Training Partner in Vietnam.
• APICS CSCP / CPIM / CTSC Certification Programs International certification programs delivered by APICS Master Instructors at VILAS, including Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), and Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain (CTSC). Targeted at management-level professionals.
• CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply International procurement and supply certification covering levels 2-6 of the CIPS professional pathway, delivered by CIPS Instructors from Singapore via Advance SCS partnership in Vietnam.
• IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training on international dangerous goods transport regulations by air, covering classification, packing, marking, labeling, and documentation requirements. Authorized IATA CBTA training.
• IATA Cargo Introductory Basic air cargo handling and documentation course recognized by IATA and the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).
• International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) International code training for maritime transport of dangerous goods by sea.
• In-House Corporate Training Customized training programs delivered at client organizations, covering topics such as Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Demand Forecasting, and Inventory Management for corporate teams.
• Operation Consulting Operational consulting services for businesses to improve logistics and supply chain efficiency.
• SCSS - Supply Chain Seminar Series Annual event series focusing on sharing trends, issues, and practical applications in Logistics and Supply Chain Management for industry professionals.
• Supply Chain Talk Podcast Podcast series about Supply Chain Management in Vietnam, featuring insights from industry experts, distributed on YouTube.
• VSCC - VILAS Supply Chain Club Student club for young talents passionate about Logistics and Supply Chain, organizing competitions, workshops, field trips, and professional development activities including the Vietnam Supply Chain Challenge.
• ASCC - Asia Supply Chain Career Seminar Series Career orientation workshops for students, sharing job development stories and effective learning methods in the Logistics and Supply Chain field.
• Singapore Supply Chain Adventure International field trip to Singapore visiting leading logistics companies, ports, and universities including PSA Port, Jurong Port, SLA, Curtin Singapore, and YCH Group Supply Chain City.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15 years of training and capability enhancement experience
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreTechnology or IntegrationVILAS is an Authorized Training Center and CBTA Provider for IATA aviation cargo training programs including dangerous goods, live animals, temperature-sensitive healthcare products, and Safety Management Systems. IATA certificates are internationally recognized for aviation cargo operations.
• FIATA (Federation of International Freight Forwarders Associations)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVILAS offers FIATA Advanced Diploma programs in Supply Chain Management covering Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Transportation Management, Demand & Supply Planning, Production & Operations Management, and other specializations. These are international diploma programs with global recognition.
• APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVILAS is an APICS Partner offering APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Planning & Inventory Management (CPIM), and Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain (CTSC) programs with APICS Master Instructors.
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVILAS partners with Advance SCS to offer CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply in Vietnam, with CIPS instructors from Singapore. CIPS certification is internationally recognized for procurement and supply chain professionals.
• InchaingeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVILAS is the sole Vietnam partner for Inchainge's Global Student Challenge, organizing the Vietnam Supply Chain Challenge competition using The Fresh Connection supply chain simulation game.
• Advance SCScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVILAS partners with Advance SCS to deliver CIPS certification programs in Vietnam, providing localized access to Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply training materials and examinations.
• Van Lang UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOU signed for cooperation in Logistics Services Management training program, bringing academic and industry expertise together.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• FIATA (International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations): Governs the Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management that VILAS teaches across nine specializations, controlling curriculum, examination, and partner licensing decisions that directly shape VILAS's logistics training portfolio.
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS): Owns the procurement qualification framework whose Level 2–6 Diploma VILAS delivers via its Singapore-instructor network. CIPS sets curriculum and examination standards, giving it direct influence over VILAS's procurement training revenue.
• ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management, formerly APICS): Global certifying body whose CSCP, CPIM, and CTSC credentials VILAS delivers locally. ASCM also runs its own training and corporate workshops globally and could expand direct delivery into Vietnam, competing head-to-head with VILAS for the same certifications.
• IATA Training and Development Institute: Issues all IATA cargo, dangerous goods, and SMS credentials that VILAS is authorized to deliver. Operates its own e-learning catalog and partner network, meaning learners can obtain the same aviation certifications directly from IATA without a local intermediary.

Direct peers

• Singapore Institute of Materials Management (SIMM): Singapore-based vocational body that delivers professional supply chain, procurement, and logistics certifications to mid-career practitioners across Southeast Asia. Operates a similar public-course-plus-corporate-training model targeting the same multinational enterprises VILAS serves.

Emerging players

• Inchainge: Developer of The Fresh Connection supply chain simulation that VILAS deploys for the Vietnam Supply Chain Challenge. Partners with schools and corporations globally and could in principle bypass VILAS by training directly with Vietnamese universities.
• Yellowbrick: Online supply chain education platform partnering with fashion, retail, and luxury brands. Targets the same junior supply chain talent segment that VILAS addresses via Foundation courses (Supply Chain Executive, Procurement Executive) but does so globally without a Vietnam footprint.

Regional players

• Foreign Trade University (FTU), Vietnam: Leading Vietnamese public university with formal undergraduate and graduate programs in logistics, supply chain, and international business. Competes with VILAS for the same student population, though it offers degree credentials rather than vocational certifications.
• Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), Vietnam: Vietnamese university running logistics and supply chain undergraduate tracks and industry-linked short courses. Represents the same Vietnam-based talent pool that VILAS addresses, offering an alternative academic path versus VILAS's professional certification route.
• Hong Kong Polytechnic University – Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies: Runs postgraduate and executive supply chain programs in Greater China. Operates as a regional competitor for corporate training budgets from multinationals with Asia operations, similar to VILAS targeting the same enterprise buyers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@VILAS_School
• Facebookfacebook.com/vilas.edu.vn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vietnam-logistics-and-aviation-school-vilas

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