Three private universities join Oracle Academy Programme

FE ReportbrThree leading private universities in Bangladesh-- American International University of Bangladesh (AIUB), BRAC University and Daffodil International University (DIU)-- will integrate the Oracle Academy into their computer science programmes.brThe Oracle Academy will act as a catalyst to educate the architects of the IT economy of Bangladesh, said Dr. Sayeed Salam, Chairperson, Computer Science and Engineering Department, BRAC University.brUS-based Oracle is the world's largest enterprise software company.brMore than 400 students from these universities will have access to world-class technical curriculum and hands-on experience with Oracle's industry-leading database and middleware software.brThe Oracle Academy will provide Bangladesh students with access to training needed for 21st century careers, said Samina Rizwan, Oracle ASEAN Regional Director. brShe said these students will help meet the increased demand for a skilled workforce, as well as address the needs of the IT industry in Bangladesh,brStudents who participate in the Oracle Academy programme develop vital business and technology skills, gaining a competitive advantage as they prepare to enter the global workforce of the 21st century. brThe Bangladesh students will join more 4,100 institutions and 655,000 students in 86 countries who benefit from their participation in the Oracle Academy. brThe privileges and benefits of joining the Oracle Academy will boost student and faculty interest and enhance the skills and employability of our graduates, said Dr. Carmen Z. Lamagna, Vice Chancellor, AIUB.brAs a result of joining the Oracle Academy, DIU students will enhance their skills and be able to pursue career opportunities in both the local and global technology markets. We believe that our Oracle-trained professionals will contribute positively towards the socio-economic development of Bangladesh, said Dr. Md. Fokhray Hossain, Head, Faculty of Science & Information Technology, DIU.brThe Oracle Academy and the Oracle Education Foundation's initiatives reach over 1 million students worldwide.brThe Oracle Academy supports 655,000+ students in 86 countries. By partnering with schools, districts, and ministries that believe in early career preparation, the Oracle Academy helps students develop the technology and business skills required for 21st century careers. Participating institutions may integrate Oracle's cutting-edge software and curriculum into their courses and avail their faculty to first-class professional development opportunities.