The North South University MBA Club have recently organized the fifth installment of their esteemed “Follow Your Passion” seminar series on June 5th, 2023, at 5:00 pm in Audi 801.
The event aimed to provide a deeper understanding of pursuing one’s passion, shedding light on the challenges that come with the journey. Distinguished icons from the corporate world shared insights on various aspects of following one’s passion and offered guidance on overcoming obstacles along the way.
The seminar commenced with an awe-inspiring speech from Dr. FJ Mohaimen, the Faculty Advisor of the North South University MBA Club, setting an enthusiastic tone for the event. Guest speakers, known for their remarkable achievements, then took the stage. Mashrur Arefin, the CEO and MD of City Bank, with his extensive experience in the banking industry and notable contributions as a writer and poet, shared his insights. Rashna Imam, the Managing Partner at Akhtar Imam and Associates, advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and founder of the Academy of Law and Policy, provided her valuable perspectives. Yasir Azman, the Chief Executive Officer of Grameenphone, renowned for his expertise in transformation, change management, and business development, also graced the seminar with his presence. Lastly, Ishtiaq Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of LPG, Agri Business and Consumer Goods for the Unitex Group, shared his insights with the attendees.
Throughout the sessions, the guest speakers emphasized the significance of hard work and determination in attaining true passion. They emphasized the importance of finding something one loves and committing to it. Genuine passion never feels like work; those who find it are driven to pursue it regardless of time and place. The audience had the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session, where they posed intriguing questions to the esteemed guests, gaining valuable insights from these corporate titans.
The seminar reached its conclusion with a crest-giving ceremony conducted by Dr. FJ Mohaimen, the NSU MBA Club Faculty Advisor, and Farita Binte Hassan, the NSU MBA Club President, honoring the guests of honor. A certificate ceremony was also held to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the MBA Club members who contributed to the success of the seminar. The event concluded on a positive note with a memorable photo session.
Expressing her satisfaction with the event, NSU MBA Club President Farita Binte Hassan stated, “We are delighted to host our signature event, ‘Follow Your Passion,’ for the fifth time, bringing together corporate icons to North South University to share their thoughts and expertise. The audience was truly inspired and learned a great deal from this seminar.”
The well-attended event saw the presence of over 150 students, faculty, and administrative personnel from North South University. With this successful seminar under their belt, the North South University MBA Club looks forward to organizing more captivating programs, seminars, and workshops in the future.
