18/09/2026
A Week of Progress | September 11–17, 2026
Continuing the momentum of the first week, the Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka, has undertaken a number of initiatives and activities during September 11–17, 2026, focusing on academic recognition, faculty development, student facilities, and improvement of the Faculty environment. Key activities and progress during the week:
1. Congratulations to the Chairman of the Department of Accounting:
The Dean (Acting), Prof. Al-Amin, congratulated Prof. Md. Maksudur Rahman Sarker, FCMA, Chairman, Department of Accounting, on his election as Chairman of SBAC Bank PLC. The Faculty extends its warm congratulations and best wishes to Prof. Sarker on this achievement.
2. Congratulations to Dr. Nusrat Jahan:
The Dean congratulated Dr. Nusrat Jahan on her appointment as the Director of the Executive MBA Program, Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management. The Faculty wishes her every success in her new responsibility.
3. Beautification of the Faculty Front View:
The proposal for the beautification and improvement of the front view of the Faculty of Business Studies has been approved at the Chairman Committee meeting. The work is expected to commence soon, contributing to a more welcoming and aesthetically pleasing Faculty environment.
4. Dean’s Merit and Honor Awards:
The finalization of the lists for the Dean’s Merit Award and Dean’s Honor Award has been completed. The date for the award ceremony will be announced very soon.
In addition, the Faculty is preparing to introduce a Research Excellence Award for faculty members with Q1 publications. The relevant publication information has already been collected from the respective departments, and the award initiative will be arranged soon.
5. Academic Building Lift Nearing Opening:
The test run of the lift in the Academic Building is currently underway. The lift is expected to be opened for use very soon, further improving accessibility for students and members of the Faculty community.
6. FBS–BUET Joint Meeting on E-Library:
A joint meeting between the Faculty of Business Studies and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) regarding the restoration and development of the Faculty’s E-Library is ongoing. The Faculty looks forward to making the E-Library fully functional again at its previous location.
7. ‘Tong Ghor’ to Reopen Soon:
The ‘Tong Ghor’, a popular food stall within the Faculty premises that had remained closed for some time, is expected to reopen very soon, providing students and members of the Faculty community with another convenient refreshment option.
These initiatives reflect the Faculty’s continued efforts toward academic excellence, recognition of achievement, improved infrastructure, student facilities, research development, and a better campus environment.