ABOUT
SBB
HOW WE WORK Straight talk, real work, all the way with you.
INSTITUTE & THE WAY WE WORK SMART

SBB is a group of people who walked this road a little ahead of you. Close enough to understand your worries, honest enough to tell the truth, and responsible enough not to let go of you halfway.

MINDSET. CONDUCT. CAPABILITY.
REAL CAPABILITY FOR A GLOBAL CAREER.
TRAINING A GENERATION OF YOUNG VIETNAMESE WHO ARE TRUSTED AND VALUED.

A network of trusted business partners, opening up
internship and work opportunities without limits.

MEET THE
WHO WE ARE The people who walk this path with you, hands-on.
TEAM BEHIND YOUR JOURNEY
Lou Tran

Lou Tran

Founder & CEO

Mai Bui

Mai Bui

Co-Founder & Director of Enrollment

Tung Duong

Tung Duong

Head of Training

Quang Dang

Quang Dang

Program Trainer

Rosie Nguyen

Rosie Nguyen

Program Trainer

OUR
CASE
CONTENT REEL Real slices of the SBB student experience, no gloss.
STUDIES & REAL RESULTS

From being interviewed to choosing the talent

From being interviewed to choosing the talent

My Linh Le: hired full-time right after the internship

My Linh Le: hired full-time right after the internship

From dreaming of teaching to a truly confident teacher

From dreaming of teaching to a truly confident teacher

Khanh Giang: solid kitchen skills & English for real work

Khanh Giang: solid kitchen skills & English for real work

From a standout scholarship to a wide career network

From a standout scholarship to a wide career network

Victoria Tran: real-world international marketing experience

Victoria Tran: real-world international marketing experience

Real practice every day, professional grit growing steadily

Real practice every day, professional grit growing steadily

Through a setback, restarting the career path

Through a setback, restarting the career path

A first published piece of work

A first published piece of work

Solid hospitality training, strong professional footing

Solid hospitality training, strong professional footing

A first time in a new environment, clear growth

A first time in a new environment, clear growth

From zero to solid front-of-house skills

From zero to solid front-of-house skills

FAQ

What is SBB, and how is it different from a typical study-abroad consultancy?

SBB (Shine Beyond Borders) is an institute that trains young Vietnamese and takes them out into the world through real professional capability, not just a study-abroad ticket.

Most centers stop at paperwork and visas. SBB builds real capability, so you are trusted and valued in an international setting, not just “allowed to go”.

We train job skills, an international work mindset, and applied English, and we connect you directly with businesses in Australia. Before each step abroad, you go through a proper capability assessment so you know exactly what to prepare.

Who is this program for? What do I need to get started?

SBB is a fit for young people who want to build an international career on real capability, whether you just finished high school, are a student, or already work and want to change direction.

You don’t need a high degree or strong English already. What matters most is a drive to grow and being serious about your path. Everything starts with a capability assessment to pinpoint your starting point and the right plan for you.

What if my English isn’t strong yet or I have no experience?

You can absolutely do this. The SBB path starts from the basics and builds up at each person’s pace: from applied English and job skills to an international work style.

You don’t need to be perfect at the start; you need the right plan and someone who stays close. That is exactly what SBB does.

Which fields does SBB train for, and where do students go?

We are strong in fields with high, lasting international demand: Culinary, Hospitality, Business, and Marketing. Each field has its own training path, tied to our network of partner businesses.

Our main destination right now is Australia, where you practice and work for real in the field you chose. The SBB alumni community is already present in many countries, a support system for you wherever you go.

How does the program work and how long does it take?

The path follows clear steps, not "sign up and wait":

  • 1 · Capability assessment: pinpoint your starting point, goals, and the right field.
  • 2 · Foundation training: job skills, applied English, and an international work style.
  • 3 · Connect & practice: real work with partner businesses.
  • 4 · Paperwork & departure: visa preparation, guidance, and settling-in support abroad.

The timeline depends on the field and each person’s starting point. In your consultation, you’ll get a specific plan with clear milestones made for you.

How much does it cost? Is there installment support or scholarships?

Cost depends on the field, the plan, and each person’s starting point, so instead of a vague number, SBB breaks down every item transparently right in the consultation so your family understands it before deciding.

The program is designed in stages, with flexible financial support options, so families don’t have to shoulder the whole cost upfront. The goal is that the investment always comes with real results at each stage.

What if my family isn’t ready to commit a large amount upfront?

Everything starts with a free consultation and a capability assessment, with no strings attached.

You’ll see the plan, the cost, and the expected results clearly before you decide. SBB designs the path in stages so your family always stays in control.

Does SBB help with visas, and what about permanent residency (PR)?

Yes. SBB is with you through the whole process of preparing your paperwork and visa, and we prioritize career paths with long-term residency potential, not just "getting to go".

Residency prospects depend on the field, your capability, and the host country’s policy at each point in time, so SBB advises honestly on the most realistic path for your case, rather than promising anything uncertain.

Once abroad, can I work part-time and earn an income?

Yes. One of the biggest values of the SBB path is that you learn and work for real in the very field you’re pursuing, through our network of partner businesses.

Income depends on the field, the region, and each person’s capability, but the goal is clear: help you reach financial independence sooner and build valuable experience, not just work odd jobs to get by.

How do I know the program is truly worth the cost?

We measure by real results: jobs in the right field, income, and a residency path, not promises.

  • 86% of students raised their income by over 50% within 12 months, or moved up to a management role.
  • 93% found a job or internship in their field within the first 45 days in the host country.
  • 81% stayed on and grew their international career after 18 months.

When the capability foundation is solid, results become predictable.

What if my visa is refused or I change plans midway?

SBB understands this is a big decision for the whole family, so the path is designed in stages to keep you in control, rather than betting everything on one shot.

Situations like unfavorable paperwork or a change of plans all have a clear course of action and policy, and we talk it through transparently from the start so you feel secure about your rights before you commit.

After I move abroad, is SBB still with me?

Yes. SBB is with you the whole way: from preparing in Vietnam, through settling in during your first months abroad, until you stand firm in your work and residency path.

The SBB alumni community across many countries is the support that means you never have to go it alone.

WHAT THEY
REAL VOICES Honest words from our partners
SAY ABOUT US

Not advertising copy. These are the voices of the partners who work alongside SBB (accreditation bodies, businesses, and international programs) on how we work.

ABE representative
“SBB’s GRP program is built rigorously around an international competency framework, the foundation for us to partner on accrediting its output quality.”
GRPAccredited program
UNESCOStandards framework
UKHeadquarters
— Tran Quang SauABE Representative · Association of Business Executives, UK
IKI Group representative
“Partnering with SBB opens access to young Vietnamese talent well prepared with a global mindset and global capability.”
PartnerPartnership
GlobalScale
TalentFocus area
— Dang HoaChairman, IKI Group
Career Mates representative
“Co-founding Office Tour with SBB, we take young people straight into real workplaces at leading corporations.”
Office TourCo-founder
Top globalBusinesses
RealExperience
— Nguyen Tung DuongFounder · Career Mates
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