Dr. Md. Abdul Karim is a distinguished former Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, whose transition into the TVET sector as the Executive Director of UCEP Bangladesh has brought unprecedented high-level governance expertise to the field. With over 43 years of experience in the Bangladesh Civil Service, Dr. Karim has held nearly every major administrative post, including Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Commerce. This background allows him to navigate the bureaucratic and legislative landscape of TVET with ease. Under his leadership, UCEP has expanded its reach, focusing on integrating technical skills with formal education for marginalized communities. Dr. Karim is a staunch proponent of the National Skills Development Policy, and his influence is often felt in the highest echelons of policy-making, where he advocates for increased budgetary allocation for technical education. He also serves as an Independent Director for several corporate boards, providing a bridge between the private sector’s demand for skilled labor and the public sector’s supply of graduates. His academic credentials from the University of Birmingham and his PhD in development administration ground his practical work in rigorous theoretical frameworks. Dr. Karim has authored numerous articles on poverty reduction and women’s empowerment, frequently linking these social goals to the success of vocational training. His role is not just administrative; he is a visionary who sees TVET as the primary engine for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Bangladesh.
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