DHAKA, June 29,2021 (BSS) –  The BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology (BUFT) and Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) today signed an agreement to introduce  diploma courses for mid-level managers and employees of the garment factories to develop their professional skills.

Commerce minister Tipu Munshi and secretary to the ministry Tapan Kanti Ghosh were present at the    signing ceremony held at the ministry’s conference room, said a press release.

Director General of EPB Khaled Mamun Chowdhury and Professor of BUFT Ayub Nabi Khan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective sides.

Tipu said the Ministry of Commerce is always working to increase the country's volume of exports and present  government will provide all   necessary assistance for exports  growth

He also said readymade garments are one of the leading export sectors of Bangladesh and around 84 percent come from   the apparel  sector.

As part of the  agreement, BUFT  will offer postgraduate diploma  in Garment Business Management, Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Systems, and Supply Chain Management.

Among others, senior officials of the Ministry of Commerce were present at the function.