BIFT admits students into the following MBA & Bachelor Degree Programs, which are affiliated to the National University, Gazipur, Bangladesh and are subject to policies, rules and regulations approved by the National University:
& MBA In Apparel Merchandising

MBA in Apparel Merchandising is a 2 years full time Masters Program. A student has to earn 60 credits to be eligible for MBA Degree. In the RMG sector in home and abroad merchandising is a highly valued profession. Starting with a modest salary a successful merchandiser salary may go up to 2-3 lacs per month within 8-10 years. The MBA Program in Apparel Merchandising intends to develop managers by enhancing technical skill and competencies required Apparel Merchandising. After successful completion of this program, a student will be competent to join as merchandisers in the RMG sector and buying houses.

Eligibility of Admission: Minimum Graduate or equivalent Degree with a CGPA at lest 2.5 at Undergraduate or graduate level or total seven points up to graduate level.

Cost:

Admission fee (None refundable) : TK. 8500/=

Registration fee per semester ** : TK. 3000/=

Laboratory fee per semester : TK. 1000/=

Library & student activity fee : TK. 1000/=

Tuition fee per credit hour* : TK. 2700/=

* For some credits the fees will be determined on the basis of contact hour taking 15 contact hours equivalent to 1 credit.

Eligibility for Admission:

1. Academic Qualifications:
S.S.C, H.S.C or equivalent degree with minimum 3.00 GPA. Or GCE A-level and O-level: A-level in two subjects and O-level in five subjects with a GPA of 3.0 or above, according to the scale: A=5, B=4, C=2, D=2 & E=1. Or A USA high school diploma or equivalent, and

2. Acceptable scores in BIFT’s admission test, or a minimum score of 1050 in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and at least 173 on the Computer Based Test or 500 in the regular Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Admission:

Application forms are available from BIFT, a complete application includes:

1) completed application form;

2) clean copies of certificates and mark-sheets;

3) two letters of recommendation from previous teachers; and

4) two passport size photographs.
Complete application in prescribed form must be submitted in person by 2:00PM on due date to the Office of the Registrar, BIFT, floor-3, SR Tower, 105 Uttara Commercial Area, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka -1230.
Due dates for application are announced and posted in BIFT notice boards and can be obtained over telephone: 891-9986, 891-9987. Eligible candidates are required to take a three-hour Admission Test consisting of multiple-choice and essay questions in English, Mathematics, and Creativity. Letters of acceptance are issued to applicants selected for admission. Accepted applicants must complete admission procedures by due date. Decision of the Admission Committee constituted for these programs is final. Any attempt to exert undue influence may lead to disqualification, or to dismissal if admitted.

Advising and Registration:

Academic advising is mandatory for all students admitted into B. Sc. Programs. Students must obtain clearance from their advisors to register for courses. Upon admission into a program, students are given a list of core courses and elective courses, along with a proposed plan for each year of study. At least twice a year, in July and in January, academic records are scrutinized and students are required to meet their advisors to monitor their progress, consider career options, and choose elective courses. Courses are offered by the Institute to enable students to progress in their programs at a brisk pace. But it is a student’s responsibility to fulfill degree requirements. Due dates for tuition payment and registration are announced as and when courses are offered, usually one week before first day of classes. Once registered for a course, students can cancel their registration altogether, or be re-advised into another course, before the first day of classes. No tuition adjustment or refund is authorized after the first day of classes. Courses offered, may be cancelled or rescheduled, if the number of registered students is very low. In such cases, the tuition paid will be adjusted against subsequent courses. Grades will be assigned for all courses into which a student registers and will be included in the overall GPA calculation reported on the transcript.

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The Professional Programs at BIFT are subject to policies, rules and regulations approved by the Governing Body of the Institute.  Professional programs are offered in Apparel Manufacture & Technology, and in Fashion Design & Technology.  Upon successful completion of requirements stipulated for each program, the following diplomas are awarded.

Diploma in Apparel Manufacture & Technology. 

Professional Diploma in Apparel Manufacture & Technology.

Advanced Professional Diploma in Apparel Manufacture & Technology.

Diploma in Fashion Design & Technology.

Professional Diploma in Fashion Design & Technology.

Advanced Professional Diploma in Fashion Design & Technology. 

Eligibility for Admission:

At least at a Bachelors Degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university or any institution of higher learning.

Admission:

Complete application in prescribed form must be submitted in person to BIFT, floor-3, SR Tower, 105 Uttara Commercial Area, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka -1230. Due dates for application are posted in BIFT notice boards and can be obtained over telephone: 891-9986, 891-9987. All Applications received by due date are evaluated for academic qualifications and work experience, if any.  Qualified candidates are called to an interview.  Letters of acceptance are issued to candidates selected for admission. Decision of the Admission Committee constituted for this program is final.  Any attempt to exert undue influence may lead to disqualification, or to dismissal if admitted.

Advising and Registration:

Academic advising is mandatory for all students admitted into Professional Programs.  Students must obtain clearance from their advisors to register for courses. Courses required for a Diploma are pre-determined with little scope for variation. Upon admission into a Professional Program or Advanced Professional Program each student is assigned an academic advisor to set down clear objectives for each student based on a student’s preference and ability.  A list of courses,  defined as required courses, is drawn up by the advisor for each student.  It is the student’s responsibility to complete these required courses and fulfill diploma requirements. Coursed are offered by the Institute to enable students to progress in their programs at a brisk pace.  However, since students are free to advance in a program at their own comfort, the institute assumes no responsibility for fulfillment of diploma requirements within a specific period of time. Due dates for payment and registration are announced as and when courses are offered, usually one week before first day of classes.  Only students who wish to attend a particular offering need to pay by the due date to register for a course. Once registered for a course, students can cancel their registration altogether, or be re-advised into another course, before the first day of classes.  No tuition adjustment or refund is authorized after the first day of classes. Courses offered, may be cancelled or rescheduled, if the number of registered students is very low.  In such cases, the tuition paid will be a adjusted against subsequent courses. Beyond the required courses, students are welcome to register for other courses offered at BIFT.  These extra courses, along with the grades earned will be reported on the transcript and will be included in the overall GPA calculation.  But grades earned only in the required courses will be applied towards fulfillment of diploma requirements. Grades will be assigned for all courses into which a student registers.

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