MoU Inked Between University of Dhaka’s Department of Management and ACI PLC to Boost Industry-Academia Linkages.
In a bid to strengthen ties between academia and industry, the Department of Management at the University of Dhaka and Advanced Chemical Industries PLC (ACI PLC) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding with the involvement of ACI’s subsidiaries. The agreement aims to enhance industry-academia engagement through knowledge exchange, practical learning, joint research, and career development programs, covering areas such as seminars, workshops, research projects, internships, and support for student-focused events.
Each party will appoint a focal person to coordinate activities and ensure smooth communication, while the MoU remains non-binding in financial terms and does not guarantee employment unless separately agreed in writing. Either party may terminate with one month’s advance written notice, with safeguards to protect students and participants. On-campus recruitment may be pursued subject to mutual agreement, and joint initiatives to boost students’ professional skills are encouraged.
Signatories include Professor Dr. Mohammad Thoufiqul Islam and Professor Dr. Nadia Newaz Rimi from the University of Dhaka, and Md. Moinul Islam and Mohammad Sharifur Rahman Majumder from ACI PLC. The partnership signals a strategic move to align management education with industry needs, offering students practical exposure and research opportunities within ACI and its network, with ongoing dialogue and clear governance to maximize benefits.