Las Vegas, USA – June 22, 2025 — Renowned Bangladeshi industrialist and education advocate Benajir Ahmed has been unanimously elected treasurer of the South Asia Regional Council of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). This announcement was made at the ACBSP Annual Conference 2025, held from June 19–22 in Las Vegas, USA.
A Leader in Business and Education
Benajir Ahmed is a founding life member and former chairman of the board of trustees of North South University (NSU), the first private university in Bangladesh. He has previously served as president of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) and governor of Lions Clubs International, underscoring his diverse leadership credentials.
ACBSP and Its Role in Business Education Accreditation
The ACBSP is a U.S.-based global accreditation body committed to promoting continuous improvement and academic excellence in business education programs worldwide. The South Asia Regional Council works to enhance the quality and impact of business schools in countries like Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and others in the region.
Ahmed’s election signals the growing global influence of Bangladeshi academic leadership, particularly in the field of business education accreditation.
Quote from Benajir Ahmed
“I am honored to represent Bangladesh and contribute to enhancing academic excellence in business education across South Asia,” said Ahmed. “I am committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and adherence to global standards within our institutions.”
Strengthening Bangladesh’s Academic Presence
Ahmed’s appointment not only enhances Bangladesh’s role in global academic governance but also reflects North South University’s continued leadership in higher education quality assurance and international academic collaboration.
About the ACBSP Annual Conference 2025
Held annually, the ACBSP Conference brings together academic leaders, business educators and accreditation experts from across the globe. This 2025 event in Las Vegas focused on best practices in business school accreditation, curriculum innovation and the future of business education in a globalized world.