BRAC University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s leading telecommunications provider, to initiate a partnership focused on advancing education, research, and career development.
According to the official statement, the partnership will strengthen research, education, and career preparation through meaningful collaboration. By launching joint research projects, training initiatives, and workshops, the alliance aims to drive innovation and enhance academic excellence. Knowledge-sharing events, including lectures, seminars, and conferences, will connect students, academics, and industry leaders, creating a dynamic exchange of ideas.
As part of this collaboration, Students will gain specialized training in high-demand fields such as engineering, technology, science, and business, equipping them with critical skills for the future. The institutions will also align on CSR initiatives supporting Bangladesh’s sustainable development goals. At the same time, Grameenphone’s campus engagements will offer practical career development insights, industry exposure, and branding opportunities—bridging the academic and professional spheres.
Professor Syed Mahfuzul Aziz, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University, highlighted the significance of the partnership, stating:
Collaborations like this enable BRAC University to transform the educational experience, integrating real-world industry insights directly into our academic programs. By joining forces with Grameenphone, we’re empowering our students with skills that meet industry standards and set new benchmarks for innovation and leadership in the rapidly evolving job market.
The signing ceremony was held on the university’s Merul Badda campus on 29 October 2024. Professor Syed Mahfuzul Aziz, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Dr David Dowland, Registrar, Professor Mujibul Haque, Associate Dean (Acting Dean) of BRAC Business School, Dr Sadia Hamid Kazi, Chairperson of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Khairul Basher, Director of Communications and Tahsina Rahman, Joint Director of Student Life, represented the university.
The telecommunications company was represented by Sayeda Tahya Hossain, Chief Human Resources Officer; Zahiduz Zaman, a BRAC University alumni and Head of Digital Channel and distribution; and Ashfaque Hossain, Employer Brand Expert.
Emphasizing the collaboration’s importance, Dr. David Dowland said:
This is an invaluable opportunity for us to equip our students with the skills needed to bridge the gap between academia and industry. Today’s MoU represents a significant milestone in our mission to provide holistic, career-oriented education.
Grameenphone began its journey on 26 March 1997 to empower the rural population of Bangladesh with network connectivity. Over the years, technology and infrastructure have changed, but Grameenphone’s commitment to empowering societies remains the same. It has trained nearly 2 million people across 24 districts, including school children, fishermen, disabled Gypsies, and ethnic minorities.
