UNB, Dhaka :
Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, also founder of Grameen Bank, has been appointed as the Inaugural Chancellor of Albukhary International University (AIU) in Malaysia, reports Strait Times.
Yunus, who is also the Chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University, UK and the Chairman of Yunus Centre , has been appointed based on his contributions, knowledge, expertise and experience in developing the world-recognised Social Business agenda through various forms of awards he received.
“His appointment as Chancellor of AIU is in line with the Philosophy, Vision and Mission of the establishment of AIU to develop graduates or future leaders who are adaptable, balanced, well-rounded individuals, willing and able to serve humanity, acting as change agents in respective communities through Social Business agenda,” said Vice Chancellor and President of Albukhary International University, Prof. Datuk Dr. Abd. Aziz Tajuddin, in a statement.
“The application of social business values, especially the Seven Principles of Social Business introduced by Professor Muhammad Yunus is implemented through the curriculum, academic, non-academic and research activities that would add value to students who are expected to be successful Social Entrepreneurs upon graduation,” said Prof. Datuk Dr. Abd. Aziz Tajuddin.
Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, also founder of Grameen Bank, has been appointed as the Inaugural Chancellor of Albukhary International University (AIU) in Malaysia, reports Strait Times.
Yunus, who is also the Chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University, UK and the Chairman of Yunus Centre , has been appointed based on his contributions, knowledge, expertise and experience in developing the world-recognised Social Business agenda through various forms of awards he received.
“His appointment as Chancellor of AIU is in line with the Philosophy, Vision and Mission of the establishment of AIU to develop graduates or future leaders who are adaptable, balanced, well-rounded individuals, willing and able to serve humanity, acting as change agents in respective communities through Social Business agenda,” said Vice Chancellor and President of Albukhary International University, Prof. Datuk Dr. Abd. Aziz Tajuddin, in a statement.
“The application of social business values, especially the Seven Principles of Social Business introduced by Professor Muhammad Yunus is implemented through the curriculum, academic, non-academic and research activities that would add value to students who are expected to be successful Social Entrepreneurs upon graduation,” said Prof. Datuk Dr. Abd. Aziz Tajuddin.
