The Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) stated that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools is indispensable in achieving accreditation for engineering programs. He made the remarks on Monday, May 11, 2026, at a workshop in Gazipur titled “AI Tools and Result Preparation with Course Outcome-Program Outcome Mapping for Capacity Building in Academia,” organized by the university’s Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). The event featured keynote speakers from East West University and the Bangladesh Research and Education Network (BdREN).

The Vice-Chancellor noted that Bangladesh’s membership in the Washington Accord has opened pathways for international recognition of its engineering degrees and expanded job opportunities for Bangladeshi engineers abroad. He emphasized that AI and machine learning have simplified the implementation of course outcome-program outcome mapping in academia and expressed optimism that DUET’s departments would soon achieve accreditation. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance collaboration with universities, research institutions, and industries to strengthen education, research, innovation, and employment.

IQAC Director Professor Md. Obaidur Rahman added that outcome-based education has replaced result-oriented methods globally, and implementing CO-PO mapping is essential for meeting international accreditation criteria.