International Standard University (ISU) organised a seminar titled “Public Health Career: Scope and Opportunities” on Thursday at its Mohakhali campus. The event was arranged by the university’s Master of Public Health (MPH) programme.
Dr. Muhammad Aziz Rahman, Professor of Public Health and Associate Dean (Research) at Federation University, Australia, and Vice President of the Public Health Association of Australia, attended the seminar as the keynote speaker.
In his speech, Dr. Rahman highlighted the critical role of research-driven approaches in public health. He underscored that policies, programmes and interventions must be anchored in scientific evidence to accurately identify community health challenges and develop effective, sustainable solutions.
He also noted that public health offers not only professional growth but a meaningful opportunity to contribute to social welfare and national development.
The session was presided over by Dr. Fahmida Binte Mesbah, Head of the Department of Public Health at ISU. Professor Md. Abul Kashem, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, delivered the welcome remarks.
Also, present were Professor Dr. Md. Ekramul Hoque, Director of IQAC; public health expert Professor Dr. Shahanaz Chowdhury; ISU Registrar Mohammad Faizullah Kawshik; along with chairpersons of various departments, faculty members and administrative officials.
Dr. Rahman, who has more than two decades of experience in research, education and academic leadership, has been featured among the world’s top two percent scientists in Stanford University’s global ranking from 2020 to 2025, reflecting his significant contributions to global public health research.
