Promoting the development of life-long learning society.
The center was founded on 1/6/2011 according to Decision No. 289/QĐ-ĐHM as Center for Vietnam Development Studies. In 2012, due to the enlargement of mission and vision, the center was renamed as Center for Development Studies by Decision No. 293/QĐ-ĐHM on 20/04/2012 of the rector of Ho Chi Minh City Open University.
Disseminating knowledge through diverse activities such as: films, seminars, discussions, workshops, technology transfer and community activities.
Encouraging and supporting staffs and students to participate in and/or initiate research programs, experiment models to gain a better understanding or promoting sustainable development.
Promoting the development of life-long learning society.