The Open School of Bangladesh Open University has hosted a seminar titled “Empowering Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs: Unleashing the Potential of Online Entrepreneurship” in collaboration with the Bangladesh Online Entrepreneurs Association (BOEA).
The event – held at BOU Gazipur Campus on Monday – brought together academics and officials to explore the online entrepreneurship and its implications for Bangladesh's economic future, read a press release.
This seminar featured Md Aktaruzzaman Sarker, general secretary of BOEA and senior vice president of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC, as the keynote speaker.
Sarker emphasised the transformative power of digital innovation and networking in reshaping traditional business models.
He highlighted the critical role of online platforms in providing both opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of digital literacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks in ensuring the success of online businesses.
Addressing the audience, BOU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Humayun Akhter emphasized the university's commitment to leveraging its extensive network, including Regional and Sub-regional centers, to support entrepreneurship development initiatives aligned with the government's online smart-Bangladesh agenda.
Dean of Open School Prof Dr Sabina Yeasmin announced plans for an e-Learning Programme on Entrepreneurship Development in partnership with BOEA, utilising appropriate digital platforms.
The event was attended by distinguished guests including Prof Dr Nasim Banu, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Admin), Prof Mostafa Azad Kamal, Treasurer, Registrar Dr Md Shafiqul Alamm, Deans, Directors, Teachers and Officials.
Dr Md Mizanoor Rahman, faculty member of Open School, coordinated the Seminar.
The highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between BOU and BOEA, formalising their partnership to jointly develop and deliver academic programs on entrepreneurship development.
BOU Registrar Dr Md Shafiqul Alam and President of Online Entrepreneurs Association Mostary Morshed Smrity signed the MoU on behalf of their respective institutions at function on BOU campus in Gazipur for the next five years, BOU pro vice chancellors, deans, directors.
Teachers and officers were, among others, were present on the ceremony.
