BRAC Bank Completes Month-Long Intensive CMSME Training in Sirajganj

BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Bangladesh Bank, has successfully concluded a month-long intensive training programme for entrepreneurs operating in the cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprise (CMSME) sector. The initiative aimed to equip young and dynamic business owners with practical skills and knowledge to strengthen their enterprises and foster sustainable growth.

The training was organised under the Strategic Industrial Competitiveness and Innovation Programme (SICIP), a flagship initiative of the Finance Division of the Ministry of Finance. Bangladesh Bank provided technical guidance and implementation support, ensuring that the curriculum remained highly relevant to the local business context while maintaining international standards of quality.

The closing ceremony of the second batch took place on 4 December 2025 at a prominent hotel in Sirajganj. Certificates of completion were awarded to 25 participating entrepreneurs, recognising their successful engagement in the programme. Senior officials from Bangladesh Bank and BRAC Bank attended the event to honour and encourage the participants.

Chief Guest:

Naushad Mustafa, Director, SME and Special Programmes Department, Bangladesh Bank

Special Guests:

Syed Abdul Momen, Additional Managing Director & Head of SME Banking, BRAC Bank

Md. Ayub Ali, Deputy Program Director (DPD), SME and Special Programmes Department, Bangladesh Bank

Chairperson:

Biplob Kumar Biswas, Head of Northern Region SME Banking, BRAC Bank

The participants received comprehensive training covering entrepreneurship, business management, growth strategies, and operational efficiency. The programme was implemented by the SME and Special Programmes Department of Bangladesh Bank, with funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), ensuring high-quality instruction and impactful outcomes for local businesses.

Training Summary

During the ceremony, Syed Abdul Momen of BRAC Bank stated, “Our support goes beyond financial assistance. Through skill development, we empower entrepreneurs to manage and expand their businesses effectively. This training reflects our commitment to unlocking the full potential of local entrepreneurs.”

The programme has been widely appreciated for enhancing practical business competencies, promoting sustainable growth, and reinforcing Bangladesh’s vision for a vibrant CMSME sector.