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Hi-Rank - Research Skills Training & Consultancy to International Academic Standards

Research capacity building and project support for individuals and organisations, from developing ideas and designing research methods to writing and publishing findings.

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Who are our programmes for?

Hi-Rank provides training in research project skills and supports the development and delivery of research projects to international academic standards.

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Primary school pupils

Pupils in Grades 4-5 in international, Cambridge or Oxford programmes who are preparing for secondary school and want to develop research thinking, presentation and essay-writing skills, and participate in academic competitions.

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02

School and university students

Students seeking to develop a substantive research project, strengthen analytical and report-writing skills, enter international competitions, publish research papers or apply for scholarships.

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03

Early-career researchers

Master's and doctoral researchers, and educational institutions seeking to strengthen research project delivery, publication in international academic journals and doctoral supervision.

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Every great undertaking starts with a well-placed first brick

Turning an idea into a published research paper requires a sound foundation from the outset. An ill-defined question or an unsuitable method can undermine the whole project. Hi-Rank helps you lay that first brick, establish a clear direction and build a solid academic foundation.

  1. 01IdeaResearch question
  2. 02MethodsDesign & analysis
  3. 03FindingsWriting & publication

Training programmes

Hi-Rank offers four programmes designed for different learners and stages of academic development.

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PROGRAMME 01

Academic Skills: Foundation Course

For: Primary school pupils in Grades 4-5 in international, Cambridge or Oxford programmes who enjoy exploring science, developing research thinking and presentation skills, and participating in academic competitions, while preparing for the transition to secondary school.

Aim: Build a foundation in research thinking and core academic skills from primary school onwards.

Duration: 17 sessions · 60 minutes per session.

PROGRAMME 02

Advanced Research Skills for School and University Students

For: Students from Grade 6 through university, including those preparing for research competitions, university study or international writing competitions.

Aim: Develop academic skills to international standards, complete a research project and present its findings.

Duration: 20 sessions · 1.5 hours per session (approximately 5 months).

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PROGRAMME 03

University Preparation for International Programmes

For: Learners preparing for an international university programme in Vietnam or abroad.

Aim: Develop the foundational knowledge and skills needed for university study in an international academic environment.

Duration: 15 sessions · 1.5 hours per session.

PROGRAMME 04

Applied Research Project Development

For: Researchers seeking to publish in international academic journals.

Aim: Prepare a manuscript that meets the requirements for submission to an international peer-reviewed journal.

Duration: 18 weeks · 1.5 hours per session.

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What you will learn at Hi-Rank

Each programme develops practical research skills aligned with international academic standards.

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Formulate a research question that is well-defined

Define the problem you need to address before starting your research.

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Design research methods that are appropriate

Select qualitative or quantitative methods suited to your research topic.

03

Collect & analyse data from real settings

Work with real data, case studies, business surveys or participants in actual research settings.

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Develop critical thinking & evidence-based arguments

Read systematically, evaluate arguments critically and develop well-reasoned positions.

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Write to international academic standards

Use appropriate citation practices and maintain academic integrity throughout your writing.

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Present & defend your findings convincingly

Present with confidence, defend your work before an academic panel and respond to journal feedback.

Experts who understand academic standards and your learning journey

Hi-Rank brings together scholars and specialists with international experience in research, teaching and academic consultancy.

Associate Professor Abel D. Alonso

Associate Professor Abel D. Alonso

Has studied, conducted research and taught at Lincoln University (New Zealand), Western Michigan University (United States), Curtin University (Australia) and Liverpool John Moores University (United Kingdom).

Dr Oanh Vũ

Dr Oanh Vũ

Has directly managed more than 25 research projects in Vietnam and internationally, and published in journals ranked in the world's top 2-5% according to SCImago.

Nguyễn Thị Thu Hiền, Master's degree

Nguyễn Thị Thu Hiền, Master's degree

Former Director of Training at Vincom Retail, Vingroup.

Trần Ngọc Lương, Master's degree

Trần Ngọc Lương, Master's degree

Former Deputy General Director of Mường Thanh Group; Deputy Head of the Faculty of Tourism at Victoria Hoà Bình University.

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Võ Huỳnh Bảo Phúc

Võ Huỳnh Bảo Phúc

Received six international awards: Third Place - Team Challenge, Senior Division (global); Gold Medal - Scholar's Bowl; Gold Medal - Individual Debate; Gold Medal - Overall; Silver Medal - Social Studies; and Silver Medal - Team Debate. Qualified for the Tournament of Champions (TOC) in the United States.

Ngô Trần Thục Anh, Master's degree

Ngô Trần Thục Anh, Master's degree

“While studying at Hi-Rank, my teachers gave me the opportunity to take part in and contribute to a research paper. Having helped with data collection, I am delighted to see the paper officially published.”

Dr Trần Đức Thành

Dr Trần Đức Thành

“The paper has officially been accepted and published. This is a meaningful milestone in my academic journey, and it would not have been possible without the dedicated academic guidance of Abel and Oanh.”

Training and research solutions for schools, organisations and businesses

Hi-Rank designs capacity-building programmes, research consultancy and training tailored to each organisation's needs.

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Start a conversation about the right pathway for you

Interested in a programme or looking for research advice? Contact Hi-Rank to discuss your needs and a suitable next step.

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advisor@hirankacademic.com

0366 474 353

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