Workshop on Preparation of Self-Assessment Report (SAR) for Accreditation Held at AAUB to Strengthen Accreditation Readiness and Ensure Quality Education

Dhaka, 05 November 2026: Aviation and Aerospace University, Bangladesh (AAUB) organised a workshop titled “Preparation of the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) for Accreditation” simultaneously at its Dhaka and Lalmonirhat campuses on Thursday. The two campuses were connected online, enabling Deans of different faculties, Heads of Departments, faculty members and officials of the University to participate in the programme.

The main objective of the workshop was to enhance the knowledge and skills of the concerned participants in preparing the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) required for accreditation and to strengthen institutional preparedness for ensuring the quality of education.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Air Vice Marshal M Mustafizur Rahman, BSP, GUP, nswc, afwc, psc, MPhil, GD(P), attended the workshop as the Chief Guest.

At the beginning of the programme, Air Commodore (Retd) Md Abdus Salam, Director of IQAC, delivered the welcome address. The opening remarks were delivered by the Treasurer of the University, Air Commodore Mohammad Saifuddin, GUP, ndc, psc. The workshop was moderated by Assistant Professor Dr. Mohammad Mustafizur Rahman Biswas, with overall support from Lecturer Parvez Rana.

Professor Dr. Omar Farrok of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE), Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST), conducted the workshop as the Resource Person. Present at the Lalmonirhat Campus, he elaborated on the structure of the Self-Assessment Report, required data and evidence, evaluation processes, and other key aspects of preparing the report for accreditation. Participants from the Dhaka Campus joined the sessions live through the online platform.

Following the lecture session, the participating faculty members were divided into different groups and engaged in group activities. In the subsequent session, each group presented its assigned task within the stipulated time. The Resource Person evaluated the presentations and provided necessary feedback, recommendations and guidance.

In his closing remarks, Vice-Chancellor Air Vice Marshal M Mustafizur Rahman emphasised that a well-planned, evidence-based and quality Self-Assessment Report is essential for achieving accreditation and ensuring continuous improvement in the quality of education. He urged all concerned to work collectively towards academic enhancement, institutional capacity building and the delivery of education in line with international standards.

The workshop concluded with a photo session. AAUB has been regularly organising such training programmes and workshops as part of its ongoing efforts to advance the accreditation process of its academic programmes and ensure quality education in accordance with international standards.