Uttara University signs MoU with Wadhwani Foundation
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THE BUSINESS STANDARD
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Uttara University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Wadhwani Foundation to introduce a 21st Century Employability Skills Development Course for outgoing graduates. The initiative aims to enhance student employability by bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. The collaboration was formalized in the presence of senior officials from both institutions and coordinated through the Office of External Affairs, Uttara University. The Wadhwani Foundation, known for its philanthropic work in youth empowerment, will support the programme through training, mentorship, and career guidance. University officials highlighted that the partnership will provide graduates with practical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and workplace adaptability, thereby preparing them for success in competitive professional environments.
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Uttara University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wadhwani Foundation to introduce the 21st Century Employability Skills Development Course for outgoing graduates. The agreement marks a strategic step towards enhancing student employability by equipping them with skills that complement the university's curriculum. The signing ceremony took place at the Uttara University Meeting Room in the presence of senior officials from both institutions. Attending the event from Uttara University were Professor Haspia Bashirullah, Treasurer; Professor Dr Mirza Golam Rabbani, Dean, School of Science and Engineering (SoSE); Professor Dr Md Sultanul Islam, Dean, School of Civil, Environmental and Industrial Engineering (SoCEIE); Dr Ishrat Hossain, Dean, School of Business Administration (SoB); and Acting Registrar Mohammad Ali. From Wadhwani Foundation, Md Omar Faruk, Director, Student Success, Bangladesh, and Md Radowan Islam, Senior Associate, Learner Success, Bangladesh, were also present. The programme was coordinated through the Office of External Affairs, Uttara University. Wadhwani Foundation, an internationally certified organisation, has been actively working to empower young graduates through philanthropic initiatives. Its programmes focus on career guidance, skill development, internships, scholarships, training, and mentorship—fostering leadership and creating meaningful opportunities for youth to contribute positively to society and the workplace. Speaking on the occasion, officials of Uttara University emphasized that the collaboration with Wadhwani Foundation represents a significant initiative to prepare students for the demands of today's competitive job market. They noted that the employability course would empower graduates with practical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and workplace adaptability—skills that are vital for thriving in their professional careers. By introducing this skills development programme, Uttara University aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, ensuring that its graduates are equipped not only with academic excellence but also with the competencies needed to succeed in diverse career paths.
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(2025,September 15). Uttara University signs MoU with Wadhwani Foundation. THE BUSINESS STANDARD