Sections | Questions | Marks | Time |
Mathematics | 10 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
Logical Reasoning & General Knowledge | 10 | 10 | 10 Minutes |
English Language & Communication | 15 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
Analytical Writing | 2 | 40 | 50 Minutes |
Total | 100 | 120 Minutes |
Question pattern for MPSM Program –
Sections | Questions | Marks | Time |
Mathematics | 10 | 20 | 20 Minutes |
Procurement and Purchasing | 15 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
English Language | 10 | 20 | 25 Minutes |
Writing Ability & Comprehension | 2 | 30 | 45 Minutes |
Total | 100 | 120 Minutes |
Admission Fees (Non-Refundable): Tk 25,000
One Time Fees | |
Library Membership | Tk 2,000 |
Per Credit Fee | |
Tuition Fee | Tk 6,000 |
Per Semester Fee | |
Computer Lab, Library, Student Activity | Tk 7,000 |
Click here to view the fees for international and visiting students.
Call for applications to the MAGD program are sent directly to Government Ministry offices in Bangladesh and South Asian countries.
Please note that the Master of Arts in Governance and Development (MAGD) is a fully funded, residential program for both local and international students, which takes place at the BRAC University Savar Campus. Food and lodging will be covered by the program; additionally each student will receive BDT 6,000 per month as pocket money, and
BDT 10,000 as thesis grant.
The tuition fee breakdown for the CIPS program is given below –
CIPS-UK Fees | Amount |
Membership Fee | GBP 112 |
Membership Renewal Fee | GBP 65 |
Exam Registration Fees | |
Objective Response (16 modules) | GBP 68 per module |
Constructive Response (7 modules) | GBP 78 per module |
BIGD, BRAC University Fees | Amount |
Tuition Fee | BDT 12,000 per module |
CIPS Course Resources | |
Level 4 | BDT 3,000 |
Level 5 | BDT 3,500 |
Level 6 | BDT 3,500 |
Notice for fresh intakes will be available in daily newspaper, and will be announced in the BIGD website, BRAC University website, SEIP website and BIGD Facebook Page. Additionally, circulars for applications are sent to Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA).
Applicants are to complete their online application through the BRAC University Applications Portal.
Applicants are to sit for an admission test, consisting of a written exam and a viva. The written test will focus on the candidate’s writing aptitude, while the viva will assess the candidate’s interest in pursuing this program.
Selected candidates will need to acquire a no-objection certificate (NOC) from their employers, and will submit their past academic records and certificates.
The PGD-KIM is a fully funded, non-residential program. However, participants are required to maintain 80% attendance throughout the program, which is why they are provided allowances for transport and refreshments. Each participant will get a daily transport allowance of BDT 400 during Term 1 and Term 2. During the three-month internship, each of the fresh graduates and working participants will be given BDT 10,000 monthly. Apart from transport and internship allowances, an additional BDT 100 for
weekdays and BDT 300 for weekends will be given to each student as refreshment and lunch allowance respectively.
Admission circulars for the AoW program will be sent to labour associations and will be available on the BIGD website. The circular will contain the application form.
Interested candidates are to fill up the application form, scan and email to application@academyofworkbd.org. Applications are accepted in both English and Bengali. Additionally, candidates are to submit (preferably in a single PDF file) their CV (maximum 2 pages), motivation letter (maximum 1 page) and official recommendation letter from their trade union. Alternatively, candidates may submit the documents personally at the FES Bangladesh Office.
Shortlisted candidates will be called in for an interview with representatives from FES, BIGD and BILS where their calibre, motivation and intent for pursuing the AoW program will be assessed.
Selected candidates will be notified for enrolment.
The AoW is a fully funded, residential program.