CBC ICMAB organised CPD programme on Corporate Governance of Banks
The Chattogram Branch Council (CBC) of ICMAB successfully organised a CPD programme titled "Corporate Governance of Banks and Stability of Financial Markets: Reform Agenda" on Friday.
Mr. Pradip Paul FCA, FCMA, Chairman of the CBC of ICMAB, presided over the program and delivered a warm welcome address. Mr. Sobhit Bikash Barua FCMA, Chairman of the CPD, Training & Workshop Committee, CBC, introduced the distinguished guests in attendance.
Professor Dr Md graced the event. Sadiqul Islam FCMA, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Social Islami Bank PLC and Professor in the Department of Finance at the University of Dhaka, who served as the Chief Guest and Session Chairman. In his remarks, Dr Islam emphasised the critical role of corporate governance in ensuring financial markets' stability, particularly in Bangladesh's evolving economic landscape. He expanded upon critical points from the resource person's presentation, offering further insights and outlining a comprehensive reform agenda. Dr Islam appreciated the opportunity to contribute to such a critical discussion and commended the CBC for organising this significant event.
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Dr Syed Abdulla Al Mamun FCMA, Council Member of ICMAB, served as the resource person and presented a detailed paper on the topic. His presentation provided an in-depth analysis of the reforms needed to strengthen corporate governance in banks and the broader financial sector. Dr. Mamun highlighted that these reforms are vital for maintaining investor confidence and economic stability. His paper covered several key topics, including an overview of the Bangladeshi economy and banking sector, the current state of the financial market, corporate governance practices in banks, and a proposed reform agenda to reinforce governance frameworks.
The program was well-attended, with many ICMAB members from Chattogram and senior students from the Chattogram Branch actively participating in the discussions and the question-and-answer session.
The event was expertly moderated by Mr. Md. Rakibul Islam Mayshan FCMA, Secretary of CBC-ICMAB. Mr. Md. Rizwan Hassan FCMA, Treasurer of CBC-ICMAB, delivered the vote of thanks, thanking all participants and speakers for their valuable contributions.
