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Prof. Abu Ahmed

Prof. Abu Ahmed

Chairman, Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB).

Prof. Abu Ahmed is a distinguished economist and capital market analyst of Bangladesh. He completed his B.Sc (Hon.) from the University of Dhaka (DU), M.Sc from Pakistan, and MA from the University of Toronto. With a long and accomplished academic and professional career, he has contributed significantly to economic research, capital market development, and public policy formulation. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB) and is a Member of the Hamdard Board of Trustees.

Work experience

Prof. Abu Ahmed has held several prominent academic positions throughout his career. He served as a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Dhaka and later became the Former Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at DU. His academic leadership contributed to strengthening research standards, curriculum development, and institutional excellence in higher education.

Beyond academia, he has played a vital role in the financial and regulatory sectors of Bangladesh. He served as a Former Advisor to the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), where he provided strategic guidance on capital market policies and reforms. Currently, as the Chairman of the Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB), he oversees investment operations, market stabilisation initiatives, and institutional governance, while also serving as a Member of the Hamdard Board of Trustees.

Professional skills

Prof. Abu Ahmed is a respected economist, academic leader, and capital market expert with extensive experience in economic research, financial regulation, and institutional management. His career spans academia, regulatory advisory roles, and executive leadership in national financial institutions. Through his contributions to economic policy, capital market development, and governance, he continues to play a significant role in shaping Bangladesh’s financial and academic landscape.

  • Economic analysis and policy research

  • Capital market development and investment strategy

  • Financial regulation and advisory services

  • Academic teaching and curriculum development

  • Institutional leadership and governance

  • Public policy evaluation and strategic planning