Huawei has partnered with East West University (EWU) to provide students with structured AI Training Program and help them develop skills for Bangladesh’s growing technology and innovation sector. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EWU recently at their main campus to launch the AI Training Program under the Huawei ICT Academy at the university.
Ma Ben, Managing Director for Public Affairs, Huawei South Asia; and Professor Dr. Mohammad Ashik Mosaddik, Acting Vice Chancellor, East West University signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations. Professor Dr. Ahmed Wasif Reza, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences and Engineering, faculty members and other representatives from both organizations were also present at the MoU signing ceremony.
Professor Dr. Mohammad Ashik Mosaddik said, "Leading global ICT solution and equipment provider, Huawei, brings world-class capability in the ICT and AI domains, and we are happy to partner with them because this arrangement will allow our students to learn AI from the best. This opportunity will help EWU students build future-ready skills and prepare for careers in AI. Huawei’s intention to upskill the youth of Bangladesh is highly encouraging for the academic institutions."
Speaking at the event, Ma Ben highlighted Huawei’s commitment to supporting the growth of Bangladesh's youth by building an ecosystem-ready workforce together with universities. He said, “Guided by our commitment, 'In Bangladesh, For Bangladesh,' the Huawei ICT Academy-AI Training Program is our long-term vision to nurture young talent in the country. Bangladesh's innovation economy is growing, and that is why we working with universities like EWU. This is how we bridge industry and academia and help the youth of Bangladesh get ready for the digital future."
Under the partnership, Huawei will offer its ICT Academy AI training program to EWU students while EWU professors will guide and monitor module launch, students’ enrollment and progress. Students will receive free access to the self-paced, online courses, including Math Basics, Overview of AI, Intelligent Cultural Computing, AI: Principles and Applications, AI Technology and Applications, and AI Processor Development.