A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Eastern University (EU) and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB). The signing ceremony was held on 24th June 2025 at the Conference Hall of Eastern University, Dhaka.
The MoU was signed by Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Vice Chancellor on behalf of Eastern University, and Mr. Md. Kausar Alam, Vice President on behalf of ICMAB.
The presence at the MoU signing ceremony included the university’s Deans, Registrar, Chairpersons of departments, and Heads of various administrative sections. Notable attendees were Professor Dr. M. Sayedur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration; Professor Dr. Md. Abbas Ali Khan, Distinguished Professor; Professor Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology; Dr. Abul Bashar Khan, Registrar; Professor Dr. Abdullah Al-Humayn, Chairperson of the Department of EEE; Professor Ashraf Hossain, Director of IQAC; Dr. Abdur Rahman, Director of IFBI; Syed Habib Anwar Pasha, Chairperson of the Department of Business Administration and Mr. Md. Abdul Maleque, Additional Director and Head of Education Department, ICMAB along with other representatives and officials from both institutions.
Under this MoU, the students and graduates of the BBA and MBA programs of Eastern University will be eligible for exemptions up-to six courses at ICMAB. Moreover, based on their academic results at the university, they will receive special scholarships upon admission to the CMA qualification program.
Eastern University and ICMAB will also be able to undertake joint academic initiatives, which will be mutually beneficial for both institutions.