ICSB holds its 9^th Convocation for the Qualified Chartered Secretaries who successfully completed their professional examinations and other requisites of the Institute. The ceremony took place at the Grand Ball Room of Sheraton Dhaka, 44 Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. 

Mr. Lutfey Siddiqi, The Special Envoy (Adviser Status) on International Affairs to the Chief Adviser, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, Governor of Bangladesh Bank and Mr. Md. Abdur Rahim Khan, Secretary (Routine Charge), Ministry of Commerce, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh were present in the programme as Special Guests. Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan Ph.D, Vice Chancellor of the University of Dhaka was the Convocation Speaker. The programme was chaired by Mr. M Nurul Alam FCS, Acting President of ICSB.

In his speech, the Chief Guest Mr. Lutfey Siddiqi congratulated all Qualified Chartered Secretaries and underscored that Chartered Secretaries have a great opportunity of serving the corporate world as well as the government to develop our country. He mentioned Chartered Secretaries as the cornerstones to build standard corporate institutions and practice; they have pivotal roles to play as they work with the Board of Directors to make strategic decisions. He also emphasized that Chartered Secretaries control the culture of governance and diversity of representation in a systematic way. In his concluding note, he greeted every parent, family members of the graduates and acknowledged their contributions. 

Special guest, Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, mentioned Convocation Day as a lifetime memorable event for the graduates. He mentioned that Bangladesh has not been an ideal place for corporate governance like many other developing countries; and due to the lack of corporate governance, we could not succeed accordingly. He expected that new Chartered Secretaries could play an important role in ensuring good corporate governance practice in Bangladesh by following standard guidelines. He also mentioned that Chartered secretaries can change the culture with the imminent reforms with regards to corporate laws, rules and regulations. 

Other Special Guest, Mr. Md. Abdur Rahim Khan thanked ICSB for holding its 9^th Convocation. He said that Chartered Secretaries have a key role to play in shaping our corporate landscape, as they are in charge of ensuring the efficacy of the corporate governance mechanism. The Chartered Secretaries play challenging and important role in bridging the gap between board of directors and the shareholders. He warmly congratulated all the graduates for their achievements and wished them success in their professional life. 

The Convocation Speaker, Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan Ph.D in his speech mentioned corporate governance as a national problem which hampered our national economic growth. He emphasized the importance of governance in all aspects. Professor Khan advised the graduates to maintain a ‘Work-Life balance’ for an enduring success; and also suggested to accept all opportunities that come in their lives. At the end, the Convocation Speaker congratulated all graduates and appreciated ICSB for their relentless efforts.

Session Chair Mr. M Nurul Alam FCS mentioned Convocation as a special day and congratulated all Qualified Chartered Secretaries. At the same time, he expressed his deepest appreciation to the faculty members, patrons, guardians and family members for attending the Convocation event and making it vibrant. He underscored convocation as a milestone for the graduates and mentioned it as a starting point of new chapter of their professional life. 

A decent number of graduates participated in the convocation. A Convocation Profile was released by Mr. Abul Fazal Mohamed Rubayat FCS, Chairman, Education Committee of ICSB. Mr. Mohammad Shafiqul Islam Bhuiyan FCS, Chairman, Examination Committee of ICSB introduced the Awardees to receive certificates from the Chief Guest. At the end, Mr. Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun FCS, Treasurer of ICSB delivered vote of thanks on behalf of the Institute.