Bangladesh has a large young population, with a labor force of 71.1 million in 2023, growing steadily each year. Around 2.1 million new entrants join the workforce annually, but only 6% receive formal training before entering the job market. Enhancing skills through training is crucial to transform this population into productive human resources.
Skilled migration plays a key role in the economy. Currently, 9 million Bangladeshis work abroad, where 36% are skilled, 15% semi-skilled, 3% professional, and 46% less skilled. The Government aims to increase the skilled share from 36% to 50% by 2030 to boost remittances and economic growth.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) remains one of the most effective approaches to improve employability. Since 2008, IMI has been offering vocational training to underprivileged youth, contributing to this national goal.
IMI-TVET has introduced innovative, market-driven trades and occupations that have successfully attracted previously unemployed youths who were once considered a societal burden. Committed to human capital development, IMI delivers skills training through its technical institutes located across three districts of Bangladesh. To date, over 10,000 unemployed youths have completed training and secured employment in their respective fields.
It is to be mentioned that the institute has affiliated by Bangladesh Technical Education Board-BTEB and National Skills Development Authority-NSDA. With the aim to give a voice to the less privileged youth, IMI wants to expand these services through developing partnership with institutional donor agencies as well as relevant factories and companies.
Impact Initiative operates three training centers across Chattogram, Barishal, and Rangpur, transforming the potential of underprivileged youth into productive human capital. Our mission is to provide world-class technical and vocational education that meets industry demand and creates sustainable livelihoods.
Chattogram Center – MC Technical School & College
Located in Halishahar, Chattogram, the MC Technical School College runs under the TVET project of Impact Initiative. This center offers training in 8 high-demand trades, all approved by Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEB) and National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) as a Registered Training Organization (RTO). We implement CBT&A and NTVQF systems, ensuring globally recognized skill standards.
Available Trades:
- Sewing Machine Operation (SMO)
- Electrical Installation & Maintenance (EIM)
- Tailoring & Dressmaking (TDM)
- Computer Operation
- Graphics Design for Freelancing
- Driving & Automobile
- Plumbing
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC)
With the capacity to train 200 learners daily under expert instructors, the Chattogram center trains an average of 1,200 learners annually, many of whom are now employed in various sectors or thriving as entrepreneurs.
Rangpur Center – IISD Rangpur
Established in 2021, our Rangpur center serves the northern region of Bangladesh, focusing on empowering marginalized communities and young women. Each year, we train 300–350 learners, equipping them with practical skills for sustainable employment.
Current Trades:
- Electrical Installation & Maintenance (EIM)
- Tailoring & Dressmaking (TDM)
- Block & Batik
Barishal Center – IISD Barishal
Our Barishal center, also established in 2021, caters to the southern region of Bangladesh, with a strong emphasis on empowering disadvantaged groups and women. Like Rangpur, the center trains 300–350 learners annually, helping them secure jobs or start businesses.
Current Trades:
- Electrical Installation & Maintenance (EIM)
- Tailoring & Dressmaking (TDM)
- Block & Batik
The TVET programme components include:
- Technical and vocational skills training
- Life skills training
- Employment support service
- Market linkage support for self-employment
- Social mobilization to increase social acceptability of trade skills
- Training resource development
Target group of skills development training:
- Unemployed and underemployed adolescents and youths
- Unskilled labor
- Small & medium entrepreneurs
- Aspirant and returnee migrant workers
- School dropouts and children engaged in hazardous works.
Why Choose Impact Initiative?
Government-approved programs (BTEB & NSDA Certified)
Industry-relevant trades aligned with market needs
Expert trainers & modern facilities
National & international employment opportunities
Impact Initiative is committed to building skilled professionals and creating employment opportunities for the youth of Bangladesh. Join us and take the first step toward a brighter future.