President urges focus on enhancing student skills, not just degree

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has urged public and private universities across the country to improve the quality of education and equip graduates with skills tailored to the demands of both domestic and international job markets.

He emphasised the need for universities to focus on developing students' digital technology, communication and other essential professional skills to enhance their employability.

The president made the remarks during a courtesy meeting with Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) Vice-Chancellor Major General Md Mahbub-ul-Alam at Bangabhaban on Sunday morning.

During the meeting, the BUP vice-chancellor briefed the president on the university's overall academic activities and ongoing initiatives.

He informed the president that the university currently offers programmes in several emerging fields, including cybersecurity, nanotechnology and data science, in line with changing job market demands.

He also highlighted the university's emphasis on developing students' communication abilities and other essential skills to prepare them for employment opportunities at home and abroad.

During the meeting, the vice-chancellor formally invited the president to attend the university's upcoming convocation ceremony.

The president accepted the invitation and assured him of his presence at the event.