Dhaka International University

Dhaka International University
Established 17 April 1995
Type Private University
Chancellor President Zillur Rahman
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Nurul Momen
Location Dhaka, Bangladesh
Campus Urban
Nickname D I U
Affiliations University Grants Commission
Website Official website

Dhaka International University or (DIU) is a non-government institution located at Dhaka, Bangladesh. The university was established on 17 April 1995 by the Private University Act 1992.[1] The founder of DIU is Late Alhaj Professor Dr.A.B.M Mafizul Islam Patwari and the vice chancellor is Dr. A.W.M. Abdul Huq.

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History

DIU-Dhaka International University is one of the established and leading non-government universities in Bangladesh. The initial planning began in 1994 but the university was established in 1995. In fact, DIU takes the initiative strongly for the creation of non-government universities and supports the initiative of the Government of Bangladesh. It is now operated as a government approved university under the Non-Government University Acts of 1992 and 1998.

It is operated as a non-profitable institution and offers strict academic disciplines. Late Alhaj Prof. Dr. A.B.M Mafizul Islam Patwari, the Founder of DIU, is recognized by the Government of Bangladesh as the Founder of the university. The institution has already achieved inspiration from a group of educationists from within the country and abroad.

Mission

The mission of DIU is the development of human resources through appropriate teaching, training, guidance and at the same time through the creation of knowledge. This mission is being attained through offering courses and curriculum. It also provides opportunities for individuals to acquire skill and experience in the chosen field of specialization. It broadens the way of knowledge and creates job market in the competitive modern world.

Academic programmes

Faculty of Business Administration
Faculty of Science and Agricultural Science
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Arts & Social Science

Academic session

The academic year of DIU comprises with two semesters. Each semester consists of twenty six weeks.

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Footnote

  1. ^ Private University Act, 1992