A Multi-Faceted Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Success
Our approach is holistic, integrating academic rigor with real-world practice, mentorship, funding, and global exposure to ensure every promising idea has the platform to flourish.
1. Academic Foundation: Building the Mindset
- Pioneering Academic Programs: Spearheading the movement, we established Bangladesh's first dedicated Department of Entrepreneurship, offering a four-year Bachelor's degree. This program blends theoretical knowledge with practical insights from the country's leading entrepreneurs and academicians.
- Industry-Academia Lecture Series: A flagship initiative that bridges the gap between theory and practice. We bring the nation's most revered business titans to share their journeys, challenges, and strategies for success with our students.
- Featured Visionaries: This esteemed series has included leaders such as:
- Mr. Latifur Rahman, Chairman, Transcom Group
- Ms. Bibi Russell, Internationally Renowned Fashion Designer
- Mr. Syed Monjur Elahi, Chairman, APEX Group
- Alhaj Sufi Mohd. Mizanur Rahman, Chairman, PHP Family
- Lasting Legacy: The distilled wisdom from these sessions is being compiled into a definitive textbook, creating a permanent resource for future generations of entrepreneurs.
2. Incubation & Launchpad: From Idea to Enterprise
- Daffodil Business Incubator (DBI): As the first of its kind in a Bangladeshi university, DBI provides a nurturing environment for startups, offering mentorship, fully-equipped office spaces, access to funding, and state-of-the-art technical facilities.
- Bangladesh Venture Capital Limited (BVCL): Addressing the critical need for early-stage capital, BVCL provides the vital risk funding to transform high-potential ideas into the next major success story, believing in the potential for Bangladesh to produce globally recognized startups.
- Startup Market & Fest: We create live platforms like the Startup Market and STARTUP FEST where students can test their business models, showcase their products to investors, and gain invaluable market experience.
3. Global Exposure & Thought Leadership
- International Partnerships & Competitions: Our students compete and collaborate on the world stage through partnerships with the Kauffman Foundation (USA), hosting global events like Get in the Ring, and participating in the Global Entrepreneurship Summer Program.
- National Impact Initiatives: Dr. Khan's influence extends beyond the campus. As former President of the DCCI, he championed nation-wide initiatives like the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Expo, aimed at creating 2,000 new entrepreneurs.
- Authored Legacy: Dr. Khan is a thought leader, having authored foundational texts like the "Handbook of Entrepreneurship Development" in both English and Bengali, guiding aspiring entrepreneurs across the country.
Strategic Highlights & Impact
- Created Bangladesh's first University-based Business Incubator (DBI).
- Launched the nation's premier Bachelor of Entrepreneurship program.
- Connected students directly with over 14 top industry leaders through lecture series.
- Provided early-stage risk capital through Bangladesh Venture Capital Limited (BVCL).
- Recognized with the 'World Quality Congress Award' for contributions to entrepreneurship.
