A recent study conducted by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has sounded an alarm bell for the future of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Bangladesh. The study reveals that a significant number of TVET graduates are struggling to secure well-paying jobs, with 73% earning less than Tk 10,000 per month.
Key findings of the study include a significant skill mismatch between graduates and industry demands, widespread dissatisfaction with the quality of education, and inadequate infrastructure in technical institutions.
Experts like Towfiqul Islam Khan, Senior Research Fellow at CPD, have highlighted the issue of skill mismatch and the challenges faced by graduates in finding suitable employment. Debapriya Bhattacharya, Distinguished Fellow at CPD, emphasizes the need for a comprehensive overhaul of the TVET system, including curriculum reforms, industry partnerships, and policy changes. Prof. Mustafizur Rahman, Distinguished Fellow at CPD, stresses the importance of aligning TVET with industry needs and investing in infrastructure and training facilities.
To address these challenges, experts recommend a range of measures, including curriculum reform, skill development programs, industry partnerships, policy reforms, infrastructure investment, and improved governance and accountability. By implementing these recommendations, Bangladesh can empower its youth and create a skilled workforce to drive economic growth and development.
