Press Release
14 October, 2026, 08:10 pm
Last modified: 14 October, 2026, 08:13 pm
The Department of Pharmacy under the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) organised a seminar on community pharmacists' role in North America, offering students international perspectives on pharmacy education, professional practice and career opportunities.
The seminar, titled "Role of Community Pharmacists in the Healthcare System of North America", was held on 11 October, 2026, at the AIUB Media Studio, Annex 2, according to the press release.
The resource persons were Michael Pulok Chowdhury, adjunct associate professor of pharmacy at the University of Toronto and clinical associate at the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Waterloo, Canada; and Dr KC Paul, CEO of Global Research Centre (GRC), Malaysia and Bangladesh.
Professor Dr Md Siddiqul Islam, head of AIUB's Department of Pharmacy, delivered the welcome address.
He welcomed the speakers, faculty members and participants and highlighted the importance of international academic engagement in broadening students' understanding of global healthcare systems and professional opportunities.
Michael Pulok Chowdhury presented an overview of pharmacists' professional roles in Canada, with particular emphasis on community pharmacy practice.
His presentation covered pharmacy education curricula, pharmacists' lifestyles and professional responsibilities, registration and licensing procedures, employment opportunities and the range of services pharmacists provide.
He also discussed professional recognition, remuneration and financial stability associated with pharmacy careers in Canada, highlighting pharmacists' contributions to patient care and the wider healthcare system.
Dr KC Paul discussed career and research opportunities for pharmacy graduates in Malaysia, particularly in pharmaceutical research.
He outlined pathways into research-oriented careers and opportunities for professional development, academic collaboration and engagement in the pharmaceutical research sector.
His presentation encouraged students to explore international opportunities and consider research as a potential career path.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Saiful Islam, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Md Abdur Rahman, the dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology and other AIUB dignitaries attended the final session.
University leaders and guests joined the closing ceremony, where crests and gifts were presented to the resource persons in recognition of their contributions and participation.