Course Overview

100% Job Guarantee - WordPress Development

Course Code: MC15017
Course Title: WordPress Development
Start Date: November 14, 2025
Duration: 50+ hours (26 classes, 2 hours/class over 12 weeks)
Mode: Regular online classes
Class Size: 40-50 participants
Course Equivalent: 3 Credit Hours
Course Fee: Regular: 10,000 BDT; Discounted: 5,000 BDT (50% off)

Course Description

WordPress Development (MC15017) addresses the growing demand for skilled WordPress developers in Bangladesh’s digital economy, where 40% of web development job postings require WordPress expertise (Bdjobs.com, 2024). This course equips learners with hands-on skills to build, customize, and optimize WordPress websites, including eCommerce, LMS, and booking systems. Through practical projects and freelancing guidance, participants will master tools like Elementor, WooCommerce, and REST API, preparing for careers in IT firms, freelancing, or consulting, aligning with global and local web development trends.

Syllabus

• Week 1: Introduction to Web Development & Hosting – Web basics, hosting setup, domain management. Activities: Set up a hosting account. Resources: cPanel, hosting platforms.

• Week 2: HTML & CSS Basics – HTML structure, CSS styling for WordPress customization. Activities: Create a static webpage. Resources: Code editors (VS Code).

• Week 3: Bootstrap for Responsive Design – Bootstrap framework, responsive layouts. Activities: Build a responsive template. Resources: Bootstrap documentation.

• Week 4: WordPress Installation & Dashboard – Install WordPress, explore dashboard. Activities: Set up a local WordPress site. Resources: WordPress software.

• Week 5: Theme Setup & Customization – Theme installation, basic customization, child themes. Activities: Customize a theme. Resources: Free WordPress themes.

• Week 6: Elementor Page Builder – Advanced customization with Elementor. Activities: Design a landing page. Resources: Elementor plugin.

• Week 7: WooCommerce for eCommerce – Set up WooCommerce, product management. Activities: Build an online store. Resources: WooCommerce plugin.

• Week 8: Payment Gateway Integration – Configure payment systems (PayPal, Stripe). Activities: Integrate a payment gateway. Resources: Payment gateway APIs.

• Week 9: SEO Optimization – SEO plugins, on-page optimization techniques. Activities: Optimize a site for search engines. Resources: Yoast SEO plugin.

• Week 10: Speed Optimization – Caching, image optimization, performance tools. Activities: Improve site load time. Resources: WP Rocket, Smush.

• Week 11: Security & Backup Management – Secure WordPress, backup setup. Activities: Implement security plugins. Resources: Wordfence, UpdraftPlus.

• Week 12: Live Project & Freelancing – Build a complete WordPress site, freelancing strategies, CV preparation. Activities: Present project, draft CV. Resources: Fiverr, Upwork, CV templates.

Entry Requirements

• Completed HSC, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree, or current Bachelor’s students.

• Basic computer literacy and internet access.

• Minimum age: 18 years.

Career Pathways

• 100% Job Guarantee after successful completion.

• WordPress developer in IT firms, agencies, or startups.

• Freelance WordPress customization and development services.

• eCommerce website manager for businesses.

• WordPress consultant optimizing client websites.

• Professional Certificate in WordPress Development.