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Md. Qumrul Islam | Head Coach, National Handball Men's Team, Bangladesh Handball Federation
Ms. Sharmin Akter Shanta | Lecturer, Department of Physical Education & Sports Science, DIU
Mr. Asif Iqbal | Lecturer and Coordinator, Department of Physical Education & Sports Science, DIU
This 6-day Basic Coaches' Course on Handball is designed to build a strong foundation in handball coaching by combining theory, sports science, and hands-on practice. The course equips participants with core knowledge of handball rules, fundamentals, and teaching methodology, as well as the scientific principles of sports training, conditioning, and recovery. Through structured daily evaluation and a capstone assessment, the course prepares aspiring coaches and instructors to confidently teach and organize grassroots handball training, and to qualify for advanced certification under the Bangladesh Handball Federation.
Bangladesh's handball ecosystem is expanding at a pace that current coaching infrastructure has not been able to match, creating a structural need for a foundational, university-anchored training pathway.
There is an existing national certification pathway via the Bangladesh Handball Federation (BHF), but aspiring coaches currently have no structured foundational program to build prerequisite knowledge.
Current Bangladesh government policy mandates sports instruction across the education sector, creating direct employment demand for individuals with standardized sports coaching credentials in schools and colleges.
The continued expansion of private academies and club-based training centers is generating further demand for trainers with recognized credentials.
A recognized foundational and national certification in handball coaching strengthens students' eligibility and competitiveness for fully funded coaching diploma programs at European sports universities.
This course aims to:
Equip participants with core knowledge of handball rules, fundamentals, and teaching methodology.
Teach scientific principles of sports training, conditioning, and recovery.
Develop practical competency in basic skills, offensive/defensive tactics, and team formations.
Prepare aspiring coaches to confidently teach and organize grassroots handball training and qualify for advanced BHF certification.
Module 1: Background of Handball, Methodology & Approach of Teaching Handball, Handball Key of Symbols. Science of Sports Training & Adaptation, Fundamentals of Handball as a Sport, Requirement of Handball, Fun Games Related to Handball, Warm-up & Cooldown in Sports, Handball Conditioning & Coordination Training.
Module 2: Fundamental Abilities of Handball [Running, Jumping, Throwing], Warm-up & Cooldown in Sports, Handball Conditioning & Coordination Training.
Module 3: Handball Skills & Techniques [Offensive & Defensive], Sports Conditioning (Fitness), Basic Handball Skills & Techniques Training.
Module 4: Basic Collective Play/ Handball Tactics [Offensive & Defensive], Sports Massage & Recovery, Tactics Training in Collective Form of Play.
Module 5: Teaching Handball as a Sport [Characterisation of Stages Teaching Process], Organization of Handball Events, Evaluation on Science of Sports Training, Handball Team Combination Through Various Formations [Offensive & Defensive].
Module 6: Evaluation on Handball Theory, Evaluation on Handball Practical.
The course is delivered in a blended mode featuring interactive classroom/online theory combined with on-court practical drill sessions.
Practical application includes evaluating athlete performance, instructing basic offensive and defensive skills, and demonstrating core physical abilities like running, jumping, and throwing.
After completing the course, participants will be able to:
Explain the fundamentals of handball, including its background, key symbols/terminology, rules, and requirements as a sport.
Apply basic teaching methodologies to introduce handball to beginners, including fun games, orientation activities, and stage-based instructional techniques.
Demonstrate core physical abilities required for handball including running, jumping, and throwing with correct technique and body mechanics.
Perform and instruct basic offensive and defensive handball skills, including passing, catching, shooting, and positional movement.
Apply scientific principles of sports training, including training adaptation, warm-up and cool down protocols, conditioning, coordination, and recovery/massage techniques.
Design and execute basic collective play and tactical formations, applying offensive and defensive strategies in team-based scenarios.
Organize and conduct handball training sessions and events, applying appropriate teaching processes suited to different skill levels.
Evaluate athlete performance and training outcomes through practical demonstration and theoretical assessment.
Demonstrate readiness to progress toward BHF's national coaching certification.
Target Audience:
Physical Education Teachers, School/College Sports Coaches, Sports Science Graduates, Club Players, and Sports Officiating Enthusiasts.
Entry Requirements:
Minimum of a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
Prior experience playing sports or working in a physical instruction role is highly preferred.
Minimum Age: 18 Years.
Graduates can advance directly into advanced coaching certifications or regional referee officiating tracks.
Learners may also proceed to specialized Sports Management and Conditioning Micro-Credentials.
Standard 40x20 meter handball court with official goal frames and nets.
IHF-certified Handballs (Sizes 1, 2, and 3), adhesive resin (wax), and resin remover kits.
Training cones, agility ladders, tactical marker boards, audio-visual lecture classroom equipment, and a standard First Aid/injury wrapping kit.
On-Court Practical Competency & Drill Execution: 50%
Written Assignment (Tactical Playbook & Periodization Plan): 20%
Mock Officiating & Viva Voce: 20%
Class Attendance and Active Professional Participation: 10%
The course serves as a foundational credential acting as a genuine stepping stone to the Bangladesh Handball Federation's official certification track.
Tentative Course Fee: BDT 1,000
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To provide a foundational understanding of ERP ecosystems and implementation phases. Objectives include mastering project scoping, requirement gathering, stakeholder management, and analyzing real-world success/failure factors.
Weekends (Friday/Saturday) or Evening Sessions.
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⏱ Duration: 14 hours (7 sessions, 2 hours each) spread across a 6-week schedule | Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (in-person + online)
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1. Arifa Sultana: Lecturer, DIU; MSc & BSc (INFS, Dhaka University). 2. Nawal Sarwar: Lecturer, DIU; MPH & BSc (DIU). 3. Nishat Sharmin Nishi: Chief Dietitian, Popular Medical College and Hospital, Dhaka. |
This course addresses the urgent need for specialized nutrition expertise in Bangladesh, where diabetes prevalence is 14.2% and rising (IDF, 2023). It equips healthcare professionals with evidence-based skills to manage diabetes through medical nutrition therapy (MNT), covering diagnosis, meal planning, and complication prevention. With hands-on case studies and practical exercises, participants will enhance patient care and meet industry demands for roles in diabetes clinics and community health programs.
Purpose: To provide healthcare professionals with practical skills in diabetic nutrition for effective patient counseling and improved health outcomes.
Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Target Audience:
Entry Requirements:
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Uswatun Hasana Hashi : Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agriculture Science, Daffodil International University
Duration: 2 weeks
Mode of Delivery: Blended learning
This course is designed to equip undergraduate and graduate students from agricultural and non-agriculture backgrounds with practical skills in designing, implementing, and managing field-based agronomic experiments. The course covers experimental layout, sampling protocols, use of field instruments, data collection, quality assurance, and preliminary data analysis to support evidence-based agricultural decision-making.
There is an increasing need for skilled field technicians in agricultural R&D. There is strong demand from public research institutes, private seed/agrochemical companies, and NGOs for professionals capable of data-driven crop management.
This course aims to:
Teach practical skills in designing, implementing, and managing field-based agronomic experiments.
Train participants in experimental layout and sampling protocols.
Familiarize learners with the use of field instruments and proper data collection methods.
Provide foundational knowledge in data quality assurance and preliminary data analysis to support evidence-based agricultural decision-making.
Module 1: Principles of Experimental Design (RCBD, Split-Plot, Factorial Designs)
Module 2: Field Plot Techniques (Land preparation, plot demarcation, treatment application)
Module 3: Sampling Methods (Plant sample, Soil, plant tissue, pest/disease, and yield sampling)
Module 4: Field Instrumentation (Use of different instruments used in agronomic research, soil probes, moisture meters, different sensors, etc.)
Module 5: Data Collection Protocols (Paper-based vs. electronic data capture, field notebooks)
Module 6: Data Quality Assurance
Module 7: Explanation of Statistical Analysis (ANOVA, mean separation, interpretation)
Module 8: Report Writing and Presentation of Field Results.
The course utilizes a blended delivery mode, with 60% of the training consisting of in-person field practical sessions at designated research farms.
Practical elements include field assignments for layout and sampling, as well as compiling a Field Data Collection Portfolio with quality checks.
After completing the course, participants will be able to:
Design and lay out a statistically sound field experiment.
Apply proper sampling techniques for soil, crops, and pests.
Operate standard field data collection instruments and sensors.
Collect, record, and manage field data with accuracy and integrity.
Perform basic statistical analysis and interpret experimental results.
Prepare a professional technical report on field research findings.
Target Audience:
Undergraduate and graduate students from agricultural and non-agriculture backgrounds.
Early-career agronomists, agricultural extension officers, and research assistants.
Graduate students in crop science and field technicians working in agricultural research stations or commercial farming operations.
Entry Requirements:
A diploma or currently studying Undergraduate in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related field.
Minimum age of 18 years.
Facilities & Locations: Access to experimental field plots.
Instruments: Field instruments including lux meters, LAI, soil augers, moisture meters, GPS units, weighing scales, and canopy sensors.
Technology: Laptops/tablets with spreadsheet software (MS Excel, R, or SPSS) and internet access for online modules.
Materials: Printed field notebooks and data sheets.
After completing this micro-credential, learners may:
Proceed to advanced courses in Experimental Design and Data Analysis in Agronomy, Applied Field Research (Design, Data Management, Analysis and Reporting), or Advanced Agricultural Research Methods.
Use this credential as a foundation for pursuing a Master's degree in Agronomy or Plant Sciences.
Practical Field Assignment (Layout & sampling) – 30%
Field Data Collection Portfolio (with quality checks) – 30%
Final Data Analysis Report (using real field data) – 30%
Online Quiz (Theory & design principles) – 10% (Note: A pass mark of 60% is required out of the total 100%).
Achieving the pass mark of 60% across the practical and theoretical assessments qualifies the participant for course completion.
Tentative Course Fee: 1500 BDT
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QA Mastery: From Bug Hunter to Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Batch 2
Course Code: MC15011
Course Title: QA Mastery: From Bug Hunter to Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Start Date: 20 MAY, 2026 📅
Duration: 4 months (40 hours, 2 classes/week) ⏰
Mode: Hybrid (live online, recorded lectures, hands-on projects) 🌐
Class Size: 25-30 participants 👥
Course Equivalent: 2 Credit Hours
Course Fee: 5,000 BDT 💸
Discounted fee - 1500 BDT (Only for Computer & Programming Club )
Course Description 🚀
QA Mastery: From Bug Hunter to Software Quality Assurance Engineer (MC15011) addresses the rising demand for skilled Software Quality Assurance (SQA) professionals in Bangladesh and globally, with companies like Therap, Samsung R&D, and Brainstation seeking expertise in tools like Selenium, JIRA, and Postman. This course equips 3rd/4th-year CSE students and fresh graduates with hands-on skills in manual and automated testing, Agile/DevOps workflows, and real-world QA projects. Through team-based assignments and industry partnerships, participants will be job-ready for roles in software testing and quality assurance. 🌟
Learning Outcomes ✅
Participants will:
Understand SQA concepts and industry standards. 📚
Perform manual and automated testing proficiently. 🛠️
Apply real-world QA skills through case studies. 🖥️
Be prepared for QA job interviews and recruitment. 💼
Target Audience 🎓\
3rd/4th-year students in CSE, Software Engineering, ITM, CIS.
Fresh graduates in CSE, Software Engineering, ITM, CIS.
Entry Requirements 📋\
Basic programming knowledge (Python/Java/JavaScript preferred).
Understanding of software development principles.
Minimum age: 20 years.
Career Pathways 🚀\
Software Quality Assurance Engineer.
Test Automation Engineer.
DevOps & Security Testing Specialist.
Professional Certificate in Software Quality Assurance.
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Ms. Rozina Akter : Assistant Professor, Dept. of Business Administration,Daffodil International University
Tapas Saha : AVP, Global Trade Solutions, HSBC Bangladesh.
Duration: 8 Weeks (Approx. 20 hours total)
Mode of Delivery: Blended (Online theory + Extensive Physical Fieldwork at an Apiary/DIU Green Campus) |
Class Day: Weekends (Friday/Saturday) to facilitate outdoor field visits.
This course equips participants with a fundamental understanding of trade methods, the mechanics of Documentary Credits (L/C), and the application of international rules such as UCP 600 and Incoterms 2020. The curriculum focuses deeply on trade finance, mandatory documentation, and maintaining strict compliance with Bangladesh Bank guidelines.
International trade methods, particularly Documentary Credit (L/C), account for 11-15% of global trade. In Bangladesh, banking is the conduit for cross-border capital; therefore, professionals must master ICC rules and local regulations (GFET, Import Policy Order) to minimize disputes, especially in the crucial RMG sector.
To equip participants with a fundamental understanding of trade methods, the mechanics of Documentary Credits, and the application of international rules like UCP 600 and Incoterms 2020. The course focuses on trade finance, documentation, and compliance with Bangladesh Bank guidelines.
Module 1: Introduction to Trade: Methods of Trade (Cash in Advance, Open Account, Documentary Collection, and Documentary Credit) and basic principles of L/C.
Module 2: Regulatory Framework: UCP 600, ISBP 800, URR 725, Incoterms 2020, and Local Regulations including GFET, OIMS, and Import Policy Order (2024-2027).
Module 3: L/C Mechanics & Parties: Roles of Issuing Bank, Advising Bank, Beneficiary, Confirming Bank, and Reimbursement Bank; MT700 structure and L/C lifecycle.
Module 4: Documentation & Compliance: Mandatory Checklists (LCAF, Proforma Invoice, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance, and Transport Docs/Bill of Lading) and handling discrepancies.
Module 5: Trade Finance & Settlement: Export Financing (Negotiation, Prepay) and Import Financing (UPAS, EDF, LTR, LIM), along with the RMG Engine (Back-to-Back LCs).
While delivered online, practical elements include navigating mandatory checklists (LCAF, Invoices, Transport Docs), structuring MT700 formats, and practical exercises in handling and resolving documentation discrepancies under UCP 600.
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
Understand international trade activities.
Master L/C issuance and document examination under UCP 600.
Analyze pre and post-shipment financing.
Implement compliance with Bangladesh Bank foreign exchange guidelines.
Target Audience:
Professionals without a banking background.
Business graduates aiming for trade desk roles.
Entrepreneurs managing export/import operations.
Entry Requirements:
Prospective candidates include graduate and post-graduate students, preferably from a business background.
Opportunities exist in Foreign Trade departments of private and public banks, as well as roles within logistics and trade-based corporations.
Quizzes: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) via quiz.
Passing Mark: A minimum of 70% correct answers is required to pass.
Online delivery platform and infrastructure.
Tentative Course Fee: Tk. 2,000 per participant.
Certification: Certification is implied upon successful completion of the assessment criteria (minimum 70% score on MCQs).
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Jagadish Chandra Saha : Technical Consultant, BHP Project, IIC, Daffodil International University
MUZAHIDUL ISLAM MAMUN : Assistant Administrative Officer, Industrial Innovation Centre (IIC), Daffodil International University
Duration: 8 Weeks (Approx. 20 hours total)
Mode of Delivery: Blended (Online theory + Extensive Physical Fieldwork at an Apiary/DIU Green Campus) |
Class Day: Weekends (Friday/Saturday) to facilitate outdoor field visits.
The Foundation Course on Bees and Apiary Management addresses the rapidly growing demand for specialized modern apiculture by delivering an production-centric curriculum. This course transforms learners through deep biological insight and hands-on yard capabilities, covering everything from queen-worker dynamics and physical hive construction to disease eradication, migratory seasonal flora routing, and food-grade extraction techniques. Through rigorous physical labs, field checklists, and direct handler mentorship, participants build the capabilities necessary to maximize honey production while driving environmental balancing and climate resilience.
There is a rapidly growing local and global demand for pure, organic honey. Beekeeping (apiculture) is a highly profitable agro-entrepreneurship venture that requires minimal land ownership. As the agricultural sector modernizes, there is a strong demand for trained individuals who can scientifically manage bee yards (apiaries) and maximize honey yield without harming local ecosystems. Moreover, beekeeping activities enrich ecosystems, food safety, and food security. Environmental balancing and climate resilience serve as primary outcomes to create self-employment as a part of agro-industrial activities.
This course aims to equip learners with the practical skills and biological knowledge required to safely establish an apiary, manage bee colonies, and harvest high-quality honey.
Objectives:
Understand bee biology, colony dynamics, and the roles of different bees.
Learn to select, set up, and manage a scalable apiary.
Master the safe handling of bees using proper equipment.
Identify and treat common bee diseases and pests.
Perform safe and hygienic honey harvesting and extraction.
Module 01: Preamble and Socio-Economic Impact of Beekeeping – Beekeeping objectives, benefits, history, importance, and practical overview.
Module 02: Introduction to Apiculture and Bee Biology – Comparative description of A. mellifera and A. cerana; colony dynamics (Queen, Worker, Drone roles); life history, labor division, and communication.
Module 03: Apiary Setup & Essential Equipment – Site selection parameters (sunlight, water, flora proximity); Langstroth moveable-frame hive architecture (brood/super chambers, excluders); PPE usage and smoker orientation.
Module 04: Colony Installation & Routine Inspection (Practical Focus) – Installing packaged bees or nucleus colonies (Nuc) into new hives; rules of hive engagement, weather boundaries, and safe colony approach.
Module 05: Colony Inspection and Seasonal Nursing – Pre-honey flow, Summer, and Rainy season nursing protocols; reading frames (brood states, pollen stores, capped honey); queen health evaluations.
Module 06: Apiary Management, Growth and Control – Handling colony absconding and swarming (symptoms, causes, prevention); colony uniting processes, benefits, and drawbacks.
Module 07: Bee Plants, Bee Feeding and Dearth Period Management – Flora mapping and migratory beekeeping logistics (Mustard, Litchi, Coriander fields); artificial feeding methods and dearth management.
Module 08: Colony and Bee Health Management 1 – Managing hive predators and invaders (wax moths, ants, wasps, birds); Varroa and Tracheal mite diagnostics, symptoms, and treatments.
Module 09: Colony and Bee Health Management 2 – Recognizing critical bacterial/fungal diseases (American Foulbrood - AFB, European Foulbrood - EFB); managing Acarine, Nosema, Chalkbrood, and food starving.
Module 10: Field Capstone (Live Apiary Visit) – Practical field trip executing protective gearing, live frame inspection, managing accessories, practical honey harvesting, and visiting an active honey processing plant.
Live Apiary Coding Operations: Mandatory physical fieldwork requiring students to don protective gear, light smokers, open live hives, remove active combs, and map colony architectures under direct supervisor monitoring.
Colony Handling Labs: Hands-on practice in installing nucleus colonies, executing cross-box colony integration routines, and mixing artificial starvation feed.
Extraction Processing Sprints: Operating manual honey extractors, performing real-time moisture tests on harvested honey, and testing sanitation safety zones.
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
Independently establish and maintain a functional apiary.
Safely open, inspect, and manage active bee hives.
Maximize honey production through seasonal flora management.
Harvest, extract, and process honey maintaining food-grade hygiene in all aspects.
Target Audience:
Agriculture and Nutrition students.
Aspiring agro-entrepreneurs and rural youth.
Hobbyists looking to start commercial backyard or urban beekeeping.
GO and NGO workers involved in rural and/or urban livelihood development.
Entry Requirements:
Minimum SSC or equivalent.
Basic physical fitness and comfort working outdoors.
Crucial Prerequisite: Must not have a known severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to bee stings.
Minimum Age: 18 Years.
Advanced Study: Learners can progress to the "Micro-Credential in Project Management of Honey Production" to scale technical skills into full corporate business models, or pursue higher apiculture studies home and abroad.
Professional Careers: Start an independent commercial apiary business, work as a professional Apiary Manager for small, medium, or large agro-farms, or operate as an agricultural consultant for development NGOs.
Research: Serves as a direct pathway into academic research in entomology, pollination ecology, and commercial apiculture.
Practical Handling Test (40%): On-site physical evaluation of colony inspection, nursing, disease identification, smoker control, and honey moisture testing.
Quiz / Assignment (30%): Regular knowledge checks covering bee biology, hive architecture, and disease identification.
Field Observation Report (30%): Formulation of a professional logbook documenting the health, status, and flora metrics of an active apiary.
Equipment & Protective Gear: Full-body protective bee suits, specialized mesh veils, heavy gloves, smokers, and steel hive tools.
Infrastructure Arrays: Standard wooden Langstroth hives, brood frames, foundation wax sheets, food-grade honey containers, and manual honey extractors with accessories.
Live Biological Assets: Active bee colonies (Apis mellifera or Apis cerana) situated within designated green spaces.
Class Size: Max 20-25 participants per batch (strictly limited for safety during live apiary operations).
Tentative Course Fee:
DIU Students: BDT 1,000/=
External Professionals: BDT 2,500/=
Certification: Professional Micro-Credential Certification issued by DIU-MCA upon successful fulfillment of all field benchmarks.
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Dr. Nizam Uddin : Associate Professor and Head, Department of Nutrition and Food Engineering, DIU
Rifat Khan Tushar : Founder & CEO, Water and Plant.
Md. Naimur Rahman : Lecturer, Department of Nutrition and Food Engineering, DIU
⏱ Duration: 20 Hours | Mode of Delivery: Blended Learning (Interactive Lectures + Applied Laboratory Demonstrations + Practical Culinary/Cultivation Workshops)
This comprehensive 20-hour course provides participants with practical knowledge and hands-on skills in sustainable microgreen production, post-harvest management, nutritional profiling, and microgreen-enriched food product development. It is designed to empower learners to formulate functional foods and construct viable commercial models tailored to urban agriculture ecosystems.
Rapidly expanding global wellness and culinary market projections highlight an increasing reliance on nutrient-dense functional foods. Urban populations, particularly in rapidly densifying cities like Dhaka, face spatial limits for traditional cultivation, driving high demand for microgreen indoor agriculture, vertical farming solutions, and specialized knowledge in commercial post-harvest packaging.
Purpose: To provide participants with practical knowledge and hands-on skills in sustainable microgreen production, post-harvest management, nutritional profiling, and microgreen-enriched food product development.
Differentiate microgreens from sprouts and baby greens based on developmental stages and growth parameters.
Master environmental media preparation, substrate selection, and seed density setups.
Formulate, execute, and evaluate functional food applications (salads, smoothies, enriched bakery items).
Construct a viable commercial model tailored to microgreen urban agriculture ecosystems.
Module 1: Introduction to Microgreens (3 Hours): Taxonomy, definition boundaries, sustainable food value chains, global market trends, and practical identification of common species.
Module 2: Microgreen Production Techniques (5 Hours): Seed selection protocols, substrates, watering schedules, light/temperature management, and practical production tray setups.
Module 3: Harvesting & Post-Harvest Management (3 Hours): Identification of maturity indicators, sanitation loops, packaging configurations, shelf-life extension methods, and structural laboratory report formulation.
Module 4: Nutritional and Functional Properties (3 Hours): Evaluation of phytochemicals, anti-inflammatory properties, comparative analysis with mature plants, and diagnostic literature review exercises.
Module 5: Food Applications of Microgreens (4 Hours): Functional food synthesis, incorporation into ready-to-eat products, sensory panel analysis, and a food product development workshop.
Module 6: Entrepreneurship & Commercial Production (2 Hours): Cost-benefit analysis, vertical urban farming scaling, local market branding, and business model canvas formulation.
Cultivation: Practical production tray setups, seedling sowing, watering, and disease management.
Harvest & Post-Harvest: Identifying maturity indicators and executing packaging and shelf-life extension methods.
Culinary Workshop: Formulating and testing microgreen-enriched functional foods (salads, smoothies) using systematic sensory standards.
Business Planning: Designing scalable urban farming business strategies and mapping budget layouts.
Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:
Distinguish suitable microgreen seed varieties, select growing media, and control target environment variables.
Demonstrate practical seedling sowing, watering, disease management, and harvesting procedures.
Formulate and test a microgreen-enriched functional food product using systematic sensory standards.
Design a scalable, resource-efficient urban farming business strategy mapping budget layouts and revenue lines.
Target Audience:
Students of Nutrition, Food Engineering, Agriculture, Food Science, Public Health.
Commercial entrepreneurs, urban planners, home gardeners, and hospitality or food industry processing professionals.
Basic computer literacy and fundamental understanding of basic biological or health sciences.
Open to beginners; no prior farming or advanced culinary certification required.
Minimum Age: 18 Years.
Earns 1 Credit Hour within the DIU-MCA framework.
Establishes the foundational technical skills required for direct pathways into higher-tier programmatic specializations such as Advanced Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), Commercial Hydroponic System Design, or Functional Food Enterprise Management.
Fully mapped to an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) scheme:
Functional Product Development Project: 20%
Hands-On Lab Work & Cultivation Maintenance Tasks: 20%
Business Plan Group Presentation: 15%
Final Technical Viva Voce Defense: 15%
Objective Module Quizzes: 10%
Conceptual Assignments & Research Tasks: 10%
Comprehensive Post-Harvest Laboratory Report: 10%
Climate-controlled training lab, specialized seedling trays, growing substrates (Cocopeat/biodegradable mats).
Optimized growth lighting grids, clean seed banks, food preparation facility tools.
Access to the DIU Learning Management System (LMS).
Class Size: Maximum 25-30 participants per operational batch.
Tentative Course Fee: 2,500 BDT (DIU Students/Alumni/Agriculture and Nutrition Research Members) | 4,500 BDT (External Candidates/Entrepreneurs).
Certification: Micro-credential professional certification (1 Credit Hour equivalent) issued upon successful completion.
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