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Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka (IBA-DU)

Pioneering and premier business school in Bangladesh, established in 1966 in collaboration with Indiana University, known for top-tier corporate leadership.

Headquarters
University of Dhaka Campus, Shahbag, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Primary Sector
Education & Academic Institutions
Established
1966
Editorial Status
Verified Documented

Manufactured Products & Services

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Master of Business Administration (MBA / Executive MBA) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Management Development Programs (MDP)

Sectors & Client Industries

Higher Business Education Corporate Leadership Talent Management Consulting

Institutional Overview

The Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka (IBA-DU) is widely regarded as the founding father and gold standard of modern business education in Bangladesh. Established in 1966 in academic collaboration with Indiana University, Bloomington, USA, IBA-DU introduced the American case-study method of management education to South Asia.

Academic Programs & Ultra-Competitive Admissions

  • BBA Program: Nationally recognized as the most selective undergraduate admission in Bangladesh, accepting fewer than 1.5% of applicants annually. The rigorous curriculum covers corporate finance, brand strategy, supply chain management, and data analytics.
  • MBA & Executive MBA: Premier postgraduate degrees for high-potential professionals and corporate executives.

Corporate Impact & Global Alumni Network

IBA-DU alumni lead multinational corporations (Unilever, British American Tobacco, Standard Chartered), international development agencies (World Bank, IFC), and major commercial banks.

Sources, Data & References

In accordance with BD Market Insights Editorial Standards, all factual claims, market sizes, and corporate data cited in this publication are cross-referenced with official filings, regulatory bodies, and industry documentation.

  1. University of Dhaka Official Portal — du.ac.bd (Accessed: September 28, 2026)
  2. IBA-DU Academic Council Disclosures — iba-du.edu (Accessed: September 28, 2026)

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