Hanoi, May 11, 2006 — Vietnam Bank Training Center, the country’s only dedicated institution for bank training, just launched its new Professional Credit Certification Program. This 23-day course which will be given over five months, is intended to expand the cadre of well-qualified staff who can accurately assess risks and opportunities, structure loans and manage the total loan portfolio so their banks continue to grow rapidly, but responsibly. This in turn will help provide Vietnam’s hardworking entrepreneurs with the financing they need in one of world’s fastest growing economies.