North South University (NSU) inaugurated the 10th National Career Fair at the NSU Plaza on Saturday, 01 February 2026, marking a significant milestone in the university’s ongoing efforts to connect academic learning with industry demands. Organized by the Career and Placement Center (CPC) and presented by MGH Group, the three-day event has brought together leading local and global organizations to engage with students and aspiring graduates, a press release said.
NSU formally inaugurated the first day of its three-day career fair at the NSU Plaza on Saturday, reaffirming the university’s commitment to bridging academic excellence with industry readiness. Organized by the Career and Placement Center (CPC) and presented by MGH Group, the event has brought together leading local and global organizations to create employment and networking opportunities for students and graduates.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Syed Iqbal Ali Shimul, Managing Director of MGH Group; Aziz Al Kaiser, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, NSU; Benajir Ahmed, Founder Life Member and Former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, NSU; Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of NSU; Professor Nasar Uddin Ahmed, Pro-Vice Chancellor of NSU; and Professor Abdur Rob Khan, Treasurer of NSU.
The ceremony commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Farzana Nahid, Director of the Career and Placement Center (CPC). She said, “The National Career Fair reflects our commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students and graduates to connect with leading employers. Through this platform, we aim to support their transition from academic life to the professional world by encouraging networking, skill development, and career exploration.”
Syed Iqbal Ali Shimul, Managing Director of MGH Group, said, “Reaching this milestone reflects NSU’s long-standing commitment to bridging the gap between academic excellence and industry readiness. Globalisation, digital transformation, sustainability challenges, and changing customer expectations are reshaping industries worldwide. In this context, career fairs like this are no longer just recruitment events; they are platforms for inspiration, learning, and meaningful connections.”
Professor Abdur Rob Khan, Treasurer of NSU, said, “In this career fair, students and soon-to-be graduates will be looking to build their careers through direct interaction with the employers on campus. It is no longer simple for students to graduate and then search for jobs; they must prepare throughout their academic life by developing competitiveness, competency, attitude, and aptitude.”
Professor Nasar Uddin Ahmed, Pro-Vice Chancellor of NSU, said, “NSU strongly believes that academic excellence must be complemented by strong industrial engagement. The National Career Fair serves as a vital platform where education meets employment and aspirations transform into opportunities. This flagship event reflects our renewed commitment to preparing students for the rapidly evolving global market.”
Benajir Ahmed, Founder Life Member and Former Chairman of the NSU Board of Trustees, said, “This is a valuable opportunity for our students and graduates, while participating companies can recruit talent according to their needs. It is not just an event; it serves as a bridge between academia, students, and employers, helping our graduates position themselves in the global arena.”
Aziz Al Kaiser, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of North South University, said, “North South University was founded on the strong belief that education should not merely prepare students for jobs but should give them leadership, strength, integrity, and impact. As the world is driven by technology, global uncertainty, and constant disruption, this belief is more relevant than ever. Our goal is to prepare students for leadership so they can face different situations in life.”
Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of NSU, said, “More than a hundred local and global companies are participating in this event. They will interact with job seekers and students, sharing how and when they recruit and explaining their recruitment processes. This is a grand occasion for students and job seekers to learn in many ways, add value to themselves, and become more organised in seeking employment.”
The first day of the fair featured three key sessions. The Industrial & Manufacturing Sector: Industry Outlook, Career Prospects & Way Forward session conducted by Atiq Uz Zaman Khan, Chief Human Resources Officer, Meghna Group of Industries; Mohammad Towfique Hasan, Chief Business Development Officer, AKIJ Resource; Shoeb Hassan, Chief Business Officer, nextjobz; and Md. Kibria, Head of HR, Sanvir Bashundhara Group. The Career in Pharma & Healthcare: Best Practices in Recruitment & Onboarding session featured Mezba Ul Gaffar, Head of International Business Development, ACI PLC, and Md. Tanbir Sajib, Chief Marketing Officer, Renata PLC. The Future Workforce Skills, Tools & Preparation for Industrial Growth session included Khaled Md. Siraj, Associate Director & Head of Business – Shipping Line, MGH Group, and Saif A. Sunjani, Manager – Brand Strategy & Planning (Distribution), MGH Group.
The fair continues tomorrow, 02 February 2026, with sessions on emerging technologies, multinational careers, startup readiness, media, and financial insights. Highlights include the Generative AI & Future Job Market session with Scion M. Anjir Hossain, Chief Business Officer, Dun & Bradstreet, and Maisha Zaman Sheikh, Chairperson, TygrLabs Ltd.; Building a Career in Multinational FMCG Companies with Laurent Ponty, Managing Director, Arla Foods, and Md. Ali Ahsan Khan, Head of HR & Admin, Arla Foods; and Career Readiness in Startups, led by Anubhab Rahman, Head of HR, Nagad Ltd; Tahmid Hasan, Vice-President, iFarmer; and Aleya Pervin Leena, Head of People & Culture, iFarmer. Other sessions cover Career in Media & Broadcasting, featuring Jannatul Sumaiya Heme and Sunehra Tasnim, and Jobs, Compensation, and Career Growth: Industry Insights with Md. Sahidul Islam, Senior Executive Vice-President & Head of Business, Shimanto Bank PLC, and Md. Sadiqur Rahman, Additional Managing Director, Meghna Bank PLC. Graduate employability skills, including CV writing, interviews, and group discussions, will be led by Syef Ferdaus, Head of Commercial Excellence, Roche Bangladesh Ltd.
On 03 February 2026, the final day, sessions will focus on finance and banking careers. The Jobs in Financial Services: FinTech & Non-Bank Financial Institutions session will feature Shahriar Mahmood, EVP & HOD, Organisational Effectiveness & Employer Branding, bKash Limited, and Md. Ariful Islam, Chief Human Resource Officer, IDLC Finance PLC. The Banking Sector: Career Prospects & Employment Opportunities (Meet the CEO) session will feature Mashrur Arefin, Managing Director & CEO of City Bank PLC.
Participating companies and partners include major players across sectors: in banking and financial services—The City Bank PLC, bKash Limited, Nagad Ltd, IDLC Finance PLC, Eastern Bank PLC, Meghna Bank PLC, Shimanto Bank PLC, Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, and IPDC Finance PLC; in FMCG and industrial—Arla Foods, Meghna Group of Industries, AKIJ Resource, Sanvir Bashundhara Group, Marico Bangladesh Ltd., Square Toiletries Ltd., Apex Footwear Ltd., and Aarong (BRAC); in pharmaceuticals and healthcare—ACI PLC, Renata PLC, Roche Bangladesh Ltd., Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd., The ACME Laboratories Ltd., Apex Pharma Ltd., and iPharma; in tech, startups, and services—Pathao, iFarmer Limited, TygrLabs Ltd., Augmedix Bangladesh, ShareTrip, nextjobz Limited, Dun & Bradstreet, Foodi, Shohoz, and Runner Group. Media and education partners include Jamuna TV, The Daily Campus, The Financial Express, IDP Education, British Council, and The Daily Ittefaq, while other notable partners include BRAC and multinational firms from Japan, China, and South Korea.
