The Seminar on Innovation in Accounting, which also served as the orientation program for Summer 2025, Batch 3 students. The event brought together students from all batches, along with esteemed guests and respected faculty members.

The program was warmly welcomed and organized by Professor Mohammad Rokibul Kabir, PhD, Head, Department of Accounting, whose thoughtful leadership ensured the event's smooth execution and meaningful engagement. After the warm welcome, the program moved into its most intellectually enriching segment- Inspiring Keynote Speeches from Renowned Industry Experts.

Keynote Speakers:
🔹 “Accounting as a Career: Opportunities in Local and Global Context”
— Dr. M. Mosttafa Shazzad Hasan, FCA, CPA, CPFAcct
Chief Executive and Principal, SHAZZAD & CO. Chartered Accountants

🔹 “Innovation in Accounting: Using AI to Connect the Dots”
— Md. Monowar Hossain, FCA, FCMA, CISA, FCS, CPFA(UK), AIBB
Senior Partner of CSM Chartered Accountants, Financial Consultant, and Forensic Accounting

Guests of Honour:
🔹 Associate Professor Al-Amin, Department of Accounting, University of Dhaka
🔹 Zahangir A. Manik, FCS, FCPA, EC Chairman & Council Member, FCTB

🌟 Special Presence:
🔹 Chief Guest – Professor Dr. Mostafa Kamal, Dean, Academic Affairs, DIU
🔹 Program Chair – Professor Dr. Mohammed Masum Iqbal, Dean, Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship, DIU

Both our Chief Guest and Program Chair delivered powerful and insightful speeches focused on the Department of Accounting at DIU, highlighting the uniqueness and excellence of the BBA in Accounting program, its future-forward curriculum, and the growing opportunities for our students.

🎤 A Touch of Talent:
In a heartwarming twist, our honourable guests also performed on stage, showcasing their musical talents and engaging directly with students — making the event not just educational, but also delightfully entertaining!

🎶 Cultural Segment:
The day ended with a joyful cultural event, where students from various batches performed and celebrated together, making the orientation truly unforgettable.