22/07/2026
Seminar Reflection | Career Opportunity after Graduation
On 20 July 2026, the SUST Centre for Economics Studies (CES) successfully organized a seminar titled "Career Opportunity after Graduation", featuring Mr. Sayed Arafat Zubayer as the keynote speaker.
The session was truly insightful and engaging. For nearly three hours, every participant remained attentive, listening with great interest as the speaker shared his valuable experiences, practical guidance, and realistic perspectives on career planning for economics graduates.
The seminar covered a wide range of important topics, including:
The importance of maintaining a strong CGPA while actively participating in co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
Why networking is an essential part of career development and how students should build meaningful professional connections.
Diverse career opportunities, including:
Academic and research institutions (BIDS, BIGD, SANEM, CPD, BIISS, BIGM, RAPID, etc.)
Bangladesh Bank (AD) and other Grade-9 government positions
Data Analyst and Credit Analyst roles
Leading private organizations such as bKash, Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi, Coca-Cola Bangladesh, US-Bangla Airlines, and many more.
Preparing for higher studies abroad, including:
Building a strong academic CV (Word/LaTeX)
IELTS and GRE preparation
Developing a writing sample through seminar papers, term papers, or research proposals
Selecting universities strategically
Writing an effective Statement of Purpose (SOP)
The significance of preparing early by:
Focusing on the first two years of undergraduate studies
Engaging with at least one student organization or club
Creating a professional LinkedIn profile and CV
Finalizing career goals before the later semesters
Obtaining a passport early
Gaining internship experience
Maintaining professional connections, especially with opportunities in Dhaka.
A thought-provoking discussion on several contemporary issues, including:
Is networking a myth?
Should research begin during undergraduate studies?
Quantitative vs. policy research
The role of Artificial Intelligence in future careers
Will AI replace human professionals?
Master's in Bangladesh or abroad?
Estimated costs of pursuing higher studies overseas.
The interactive question-and-answer session further enriched the event, allowing students to clarify their concerns regarding research, higher education, and career planning.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to our respected guest speaker, Mr. Sayed Arafat Zubayer, for dedicating his valuable time and sharing his knowledge, experiences, and practical insights with us. His guidance has undoubtedly inspired many students to prepare more strategically for their future careers.
Finally, sincere thanks to everyone who participated and contributed to making this seminar a remarkable success. We hope this marks the beginning of many more impactful academic and career-oriented initiatives by the SUST Centre for Economics Studies (CES).
Together, let us prepare today for the opportunities of tomorrow.
