Economic Education for Startup Culture and Youth Innovation Development

Abstract

The rapid growth of Vietnam’s digital economy and startup ecosystem has increased the importance of economic education in preparing young people for innovation-driven entrepreneurship. This article examines how economic education contributes to the development of startup culture and youth innovation in Vietnam. The study highlights the relationship between entrepreneurial learning, financial literacy, digital transformation, and the ability of young people to create sustainable business initiatives. Vietnam has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic startup ecosystems, supported by government policies, technological advancement, and increasing venture capital investment. However, challenges such as limited practical entrepreneurial training, unequal access to innovation resources, and weak collaboration between educational institutions and industry remain significant barriers. The article argues that economic education should move beyond traditional theoretical approaches and emphasize experiential learning, digital entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and innovation management. By integrating startup-oriented economic education into schools and universities, Vietnam can strengthen youth competitiveness, encourage creativity, and support long-term economic resilience in the global economy. The findings suggest that educational reform, policy support, and collaboration among universities, government, and private sectors are essential to building a sustainable startup culture among Vietnamese youth.