Education must link learning with earning
Bangladesh’s education system must be transformed to strengthen the connection between learning and earning, said Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon on Thursday. He emphasized the need for a practical, skill-based and technology-driven approach alongside traditional academic learning.
The minister made the remarks while inaugurating a workshop titled “Inclusion of Technical Courses in National University Curriculum” at the International Mother Language Institute. The initiative aims to align higher education with the demands of a rapidly evolving digital economy.
Organised by the National University Bangladesh with support from the Aspire to Innovate Programme under the ICT Division and UNICEF Bangladesh, the workshop brought together key stakeholders from the education sector.
Highlighting progress, the minister said around 12,000 teachers have already received training under this initiative, calling it a significant step toward building a more employment-oriented education system. He noted that students equipped with modern technical skills will be more competitive in the job market.
Education Secretary Abdul Khaleque assured full government support for implementing the initiative. Meanwhile, Vice-Chancellor ASM Amanullah said nearly 70 percent of higher education students are enrolled in affiliated colleges, underscoring the importance of aligning education with labour market needs.
Officials also highlighted ongoing efforts to introduce ICT-based curricula, micro-credentials, and training in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, aiming to enhance students’ employability and digital competence.
