Create access to opportunities to realize the Human Potential and build a more productive nation.
Global collaborations
Qualifications that travel.
ACCA-approved courses in accounting and finance. CIMA-approved courses leading to the CGMA designation. TAFE Western Australia Certificate IV in IT, with a direct pathway into Australian universities β so capability built in Bangladesh is recognised beyond it.
Across Bangladesh
Programmes running well beyond the capital.
Training sessions, workshops and daylong events delivered nationwide β carried by a blended network of over 200 learning centres, where digital classrooms sit inside local schools, colleges and vocational institutes with a live mentor in the room.
In the room
Rethinking Leadership β and much more.
Corporate upskilling delivered face to face: our executive masterclass on leadership in the age of disruption, alongside AIPA and courses in negotiation, sales, finance, brand and communication.
One professional
Ready for the disruption, not braced against it.
Each participant leaves able to apply AI inside their own workflow, lead teams through technological change, and make decisions on evidence β 36 hands-on hours, six real AI use cases, one measurably different way of working.
A more productive nation
One professional at a time, a proficient workforce.
Capability compounds: skilled individuals strengthen organisations, organisations raise industry standards, and the country gains a workforce ready for what comes next. That is the whole point of BuildNation.
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What we are
Not a course catalogue. An ecosystem for capability.
BuildNation is a program-based, result-driven initiative fostering local and global collaborations across public and private sectors. We work with organisations to build workforce capability β and with individuals to connect that capability to opportunity.
Our mission is to create access to opportunities to realize the Human Potential and build a more productive nation. In practice that means six connected areas of work, an expert faculty drawn from Bangladeshi industry, global certification pathways, and a blended distribution model that reaches beyond the capital.
BuildNation's signature programme, helping professionals across departments unlock AI in day-to-day work: the right framework, the tools, and how to apply them at operational and organisational level.
Three tiers: AI Strategy Accelerator for CXOs, AI Transformation Accelerator for functional teams, AI Proficiency Accelerator for mid-senior professionals.
As an ACCA-approved course provider, BuildNation prepares candidates for a globally respected qualification in accounting and finance β a credential sought after by employers in over 180 countries.
Also an approved provider for CIMA, paving the way to the CGMA designation in management accounting and leadership. [INTAKE SCHEDULE AND FEES REQUIRED]
Certificate IV in IT (Networking) and Certificate IV in IT (Programming), delivered in partnership with South Metropolitan TAFE β practical, industry-aligned skills with a direct pathway into Australian universities.
Certificate IV in ITNetworking or ProgrammingUniversity pathway
Also opens the TAFE Australian skill visa route within BuildNation's global placement stream. [INTAKE SCHEDULE AND FEES REQUIRED]
We successfully hosted the two-day course "πΉπππππππππ π³πππ ππππππ ππ πππ π¨ππ ππ π«πππππππππ" on 30th November and 1st December 2024 at The Westin Dhaka, led by Mahtab Ahmed, Founder and Managing Director of BuildNation.
The program brought together 28 talented participants from the financial industry, nominated by their organizations for their leadership potential.
We had the honor of welcoming Dr. Asif Naimur Rashid, Chief Business Officer of Grameenphone, as a guest speaker on the importance of AI for financial institutions in the digital era. Kamran Bakr, Founder of Pro4Pro and former Chairman and Managing Director of Unilever Bangladesh Ltd, delivered an insightful session on ethics that resonated deeply with participants. Additionally, influencer Sameer Ahmed conducted a highly engaging session on understanding Gen Z, which sparked thoughtful discussions. The team-building activities, led by Quazi M. Ahmed and Shahzada Redwan, added a dynamic and interactive dimension to the program.
The program concluded with a certificate-giving ceremony on December 1, graced by Chief Guest Mr. Muhammad A. (Rumee) Ali, Chairman of the Banking Commission, ICCB Bangladesh, along with other esteemed guests.
The Sales Leadership Development Program, specifically curated for BSRM, aimed to transform participants into exceptional sales leaders by mastering decision-making, market strategies, technology, and leadership skills while fostering valuable industry connections.
Held on December 27-28 at Hotel Bengal Blueberry, the two-day program concluded with a certificate-giving ceremony, honored by the presence of the COO of BSRM.
A milestone achievement for Batch 01 and a testament to the power of growth and leadership development!
In Episode 12 of Yet Another Podcast, presented by BSRM x BuildNation, host Mahtab Uddin Ahmed sits down with two inspiring leaders: Tania Wahab, Managing Partner of Karigar, and Sabira Mehrin, Founder & CEO of Wander Woman. They share their journeys of becoming successful entrepreneurs, the challenges of building as women in Bangladesh, and what it takes to turn vision into impact. This episode is all about breaking stereotypes, embracing resilience, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers.
In Episode 11 of Yet Another Podcast, presented by BSRM x BuildNation, host Mahtab Ahmed sits down with Raisul Kabir, Founder & CEO of Brainstation-23, and Habibullah N Karim, Founder & CEO of TECHNOHAVEN Company LTD., to discuss the evolving tech industry in Bangladesh. They explore how the sector has changed over time, why Bangladeshβs growth is lagging compared to neighboring countries, and the challenges of leveraging government investment for digital development. The conversation also highlights how the tech industry can become more attractive to the young generation and what steps are needed to achieve excellence in the sector.
In Episode 10 of Yet Another Podcast, presented by BSRM x BuildNation, host Mahtab Ahmed sits down with Ruhul Quddus Khan, Supply Chain MD & CEO at Unilever, and Ejazur Rahman, CEO of ISCEA Asia, to explore the evolving world of supply chain management. They discuss how Gen Z can become part of this sector, the impact of AI on supply chain operations, and what the future holds for supply chain-related careers. Whether youβre a student, professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers valuable insights on how technology and innovation are shaping the supply chain industry.
In Episode 09 of Yet Another Podcast, presented by BSRM x BuildNation, host Mahtab Ahmed sits down with two industry leaders: Adnan Imtiaz Halim, Founder & CEO of Sheba Platform Limited, and Syed Mahbubur Rahman, Managing Director & CEO of Mutual Trust Bank Ltd. Together, they dive into the future of Bangladeshβs financial landscape from the challenges facing traditional banking to the rapid rise of fintech. Can these two worlds co-exist, or is fintech set to disrupt banking as we know it?
Reported outcomes
What participants report after AIPA.
Figures as published in the BuildNation programme brochure. Measurement methodology to be documented before publication.
85%of graduates report AI skills positively impacted their career within six months of completion
92%of participants implement at least one AI-powered workflow within 30 days
3.5Γaverage ROI reported by organisations sending employees through the programme
40%average increase in workflow efficiency and productivity
[VERIFIED CLIENT FEEDBACK REQUIRED] β two or three short attributed quotes from named client organisations would sit here. No testimonial copy has been invented.
Partnerships & memberships
Pathways that carry weight abroad.
Global collaborations give participants access to internationally recognised certifications and career pathways.
Global professional recognition
ACCA
ACCA-approved courses enabling globally respected qualifications in accounting and finance. ACCA-certified professionals are sought after by employers in over 180 countries.
Approved course provider
Accounting and finance
Global professional recognition
CIMA
CIMA-approved courses paving the way to the CGMA designation β a globally recognised qualification in management accounting and leadership.
Approved course provider
Pathway to CGMA
Pathway to Australian higher education
TAFE Western Australia
Certificate IV in IT (Networking) and Certificate IV in IT (Programming), providing practical skills and a direct pathway to Australian universities.
South Metropolitan TAFE
Direct university pathway
TAFE Australian skill visa route
Organisations we have worked with
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