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Dhaka Commerce College (Bengali: ঢাকা কমার্স কলেজ) is a master's level college in Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Established in 1989, it was the first college in Dhaka city to specialize in business studies.[1] Students receive education both in Bengali and English mediums. The main founder of this college is considered Kazi Nurul Islam Faruky.

Key Information

Also known as DCC, Dhaka Commerce College was awarded as the best private college in Bangladesh in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019 and 2023. The Higher Secondary science course started in the 2019–20 session.

History

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The Dhaka Commerce College project implementation committee was established in 1986 to create a specialized institution for Business Studies. Led by Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky, Associate Professor in the Department of Management at Dhaka College, the committee also included ABM Abul Quashem, then Education Inspector, as co-convener. Additional members were M. Helal, Editor of the monthly University Campus, and S.R. Mojumdar, Lecturer in the Department of Management at Dhaka College, with Mahfuzul Haque Shahin serving as the Member Secretary.

The college officially opened on 1 July 1989, initially operating from King Khaled Institute in Lalmatia, Dhaka. It then moved to a rented site in Dhanmondi 8/A before relocating to its permanent campus on Bangladesh National Zoo Road, Mirpur, on 22 January 1995. Shamsul Huda was the first Principal, followed by Professor Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky, who served from August 1990 to September 2010. ABM Abul Quashem then became Acting Principal, and since March 2012, Professor Md. Abu Sayeed has been leading the institution.

In the 1994-95 session, the college expanded its offerings to include Honours and Master's programs with approval from the National University. Four-year BBA Professional courses were introduced in the 1997-98 session. Today, Dhaka Commerce College offers Business Studies at the higher secondary level, along with undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Management, Accounting, Marketing, Finance & Banking, English, and Economics. [2]

Academics

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The college educates from HSC level to post graduate level. There are twelve departments in the college. Course offering includes the Higher Secondary course and a broad range of postgraduate courses in accounting, economics, English, finance, management, marketing, statistics and Bangla. Also, the BBA, MBA and the CSE courses are added to the college. In the 2019 - 2020 session, Dhaka Commerce College started a Higher Secondary (HSC) course on Science. - Ongoing Course:

Honour's and Master's Course:

  • Bangla
  • English
  • Marketing
  • Finance and Banking
  • Accounting
  • Management
  • Economics
  • BBA Professional
  • CSE Honour's
  • MBA Professional

Performance

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Principal Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky, honorary professor and founder of Dhaka Commerce College, is receiving crest and certificate on behalf of the college from the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as the best college in the education week 1996.
DCC Founder receiving crest and certificate on behalf of the college from the Education Minister M. Osman Faruk for becoming the best college for the second time in the education week 2002.

After its founding, it soon became known for its strict rules and regulations. The students call it Dhaka Central Cell. From its beginning, it has been maintaining high-quality standards. It got the medal of the best college two times in 1996 and 2002.[3][4]

Since it began, Dhaka Commerce College has placed in the top 10 colleges in the country in terms of HSC results. The National University (NU) listed Dhaka Commerce College in the top five colleges as the best among 685 in the country for their outstanding performances. Dhaka Commerce College ranks 1st among all private college in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2023 [5] Dhaka Commerce College's results in the Dhaka Board for Higher Secondary Certificate level examinations are:[6]


Dhaka Commerce College Gate


Year Number of examinees Number of passes GPA-5 Position in Dhaka Board Ref.
2003 847 842
2004 897 895 53
2005 904 904 71 1st position [7]
2006 1437 1436 227 6th position
2007 1505 1500 224 7th position
2008 1924 1923 518 4th position
2009 1815 1814 409 5th position
2010 2026 2022 423
2011 2043 2042 831
2012 2446 2443 1155
2013 1940 1930 871
2014 2185 2179 819
2015 2120 2108 330
2016 2569 2546 343
2017 1900 1890 133
2018 2220 2215 124
2019 2149 2131 98
2020 1490 1490 154
2021 2393 2386 977
2022 2802 2795 1720
2023 3200 3175 352

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Dhaka Commerce College is a self-financed private higher secondary and tertiary educational institution located in Mirpur, , , and the first college in the city to specialize in . Established on 1 1989, it is affiliated with the of for honours and programs (NU Code: 6438) and with the Education Board for (HSC) courses. The college, situated at Dhaka Commerce College Road, Mirpur, -1216, began operations on 11 1989 in temporary facilities at King Khalid Institute in Lalmatia before relocating to its permanent 2.07-acre campus in Mirpur in 1995. Founded by a group of educators and professionals including Prof. Shafayet Ahmed Siddique, Prof. Dr. Md. Habibullah, and Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky, the institution emphasizes a politics-free and smoking-free environment while focusing on self-learning and applied in and . It offers HSC programs in and , honours degrees in subjects such as , , and Banking, English, , BBA Professional, and , as well as master's programs in , , and Banking, English, , and MBA Professional. The college maintains a 100% pass rate in honours and master's examinations and has produced over 6,538 students with GPA 5.00 in HSC from 2003 to 2018. Dhaka Commerce College has earned recognition as the Best College by the Ministry of Education in 1996 and 2002, and as the Best Private College by the in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018, highlighting its commitment to academic excellence and infrastructure development, including multi-story academic buildings. The institution employs 159 teachers and 127 staff members, supporting its vision to foster self-educated graduates through theoretical and practical training.

History

Establishment

Dhaka Commerce College was founded as the first specialized institution for in , driven by the need to provide focused in both Bengali and English mediums. In 1986, a project implementation committee was formed to establish this dedicated college, with Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky serving as convener, A.B.M. Abul Quashem as co-convener, and members including M. Helal and S.R. Mojumdar, alongside member secretary Mahfuzul Haque Shahin. The initiative was led by key founding members such as Prof. Shafayet Ahmed Siddique, principal of Agrabad Girls’ College in ; Prof. Dr. Md. Habibullah from the Department of Accounting at University; Prof. Kazi Md. Nurul Islam Faruky, associate professor in the Department of Management at ; A.F.M. Sarwar Kamal, deputy secretary in the Cabinet Ministry; Md. Shamsul Huda FCA, director of Nobab Abdul Malek Jute Mills; A.B.M. Abul Quashem, inspector of ; Md. Abul Baser, principal of Azam Khan Commerce College in ; and M. Helal, editor of Monthly Baishabiddaloy . The college was established on July 1, 1989, and began operations on October 11, 1989, as a self-financed , in rented spaces at King Khaled Institute in Lalmatia, . It soon relocated to another rented facility at house No. 251 in Dhanmondi 8/A to accommodate its growing needs. This early setup emphasized an apolitical and smoke-free environment, reflecting its foundational principles. From its inception, the college offered higher secondary and B.Com (pass) courses under the affiliation of the , with institutional code 6438, focusing on commerce and business education to meet the demand for specialized training in the field. Its , "Self Financed, Free from & ," underscored the commitment to an independent and disciplined academic atmosphere.

Development and Expansion

Following its establishment in , Dhaka Commerce College underwent significant growth, transitioning from temporary facilities to a stable institutional framework. The foundation for the permanent campus was laid on January 2, 1994, on 2.07 acres of land. The college relocated to its permanent campus on January 22, 1995, at Chiriakhana Road in Mirpur 2, . This move marked a pivotal expansion, enabling enhanced academic operations and infrastructure development on the self-financed site. The institution's student enrollment expanded substantially, reaching 8,514 students across higher secondary, honors, and postgraduate programs (as of 2023), reflecting its growing appeal as a commerce-focused educational hub. Concurrently, the faculty and administrative staff grew to 159 academic personnel and 127 support staff, supporting the increased scale of operations. The college holds the institutional code 1375, EIIN 108207, and National University code 6438, with full affiliation to the of for degree and master's programs. The college introduced the stream in the (HSC) program, diversifying offerings beyond traditional . Early recognition of the college's excellence included "Best College" awards from the Ministry of Education in 1996 and 2002, honoring its rapid progress and quality standards.

Campus and Facilities

Location and Infrastructure

Dhaka Commerce College is located in Mirpur 2, an urban neighborhood in , , at approximately 23.8064°N 90.3522°E, making it easily accessible via public transportation including buses and the Dhaka Metro Rail's Mirpur route. The campus occupies 2.07 acres of land along Commerce College Road, Dhaka-1216, with 0.52 acres of open space and one playing field as of 2024. The infrastructure includes two main academic buildings: Academic Building-1, an 11-story structure inaugurated on January 2, 1994, with a total of 10,600 square feet; and Academic Building-2, a 15-story building with 7,000 square feet of , whose foundation was laid on July 5, 1997. An Administrative Building, with foundation laid on December 28, 1994, features 3,400 square feet per . Complementing these are two residential buildings for staff: Residential Building-A, a 12-story structure completed in 2015 (inaugurated September 30, 2000) with 22 flats and 2,735 square feet per ; and Residential Building-B, also 12 stories, completed in 2011 with 44 flats and 5,000 square feet per . Additional facilities include a Shaheed Minar, Masjid, Principal’s and Vice Principal’s Quarters, and Teachers’ and Ladies’ Clubs. Further amenities encompass a 1,500-seat equipped for academic and cultural events, a gymnasium located on the second floor of the female students' with modern fitness equipment, and a adjacent to the teachers' residential area for recreational activities. The college provides contact via phone numbers 48033903, 48036942, and 48037357, along with digital access through the CloudCampus24 online portal. This setup reflects the institution's relocation to its permanent campus in 1995, enabling focused development of its physical facilities.

Support Services and Amenities

Dhaka Commerce College provides residential support primarily through its dedicated female students' hostel, a six-storied facility offering 72 seats with integrated food and accommodation services, located at Rupnagor Road No. 6 to ensure accessibility for female students commuting from distant areas. Complementing this, the college maintains general residential buildings for staff, including two 12-storied structures—Residential Building-A with 22 flats completed in 2015 and Residential Building-B with 44 flats finished in 2011—as well as accommodations for approximately 50 employees in Nobaber Bag and five families at Rupnagor Road No. 5, fostering a supportive living environment for faculty and administrative personnel. Administrative services at the college are managed by a dedicated team through the central college office, which oversees enrollment processes, submission of student data to the Education Board and , and coordination of departmental activities, ensuring efficient operations since the campus's establishment in 1995. Admissions for the XI class are conducted via the national EIIN-based system on xiclassadmission.gov.bd, with the college's EIIN of 108207 facilitating applications and selections, supplemented by a dedicated admission portal for processing and contact support. The accounts section, automated since 2013, handles student fee collections through partnerships like Social Islami Bank and staff payments via , while the engineering section, comprising officers and support personnel, maintains infrastructure upkeep. The college enforces a smoking-free and politics-free environment as core elements of its motto, promoting a disciplined and focused atmosphere where violations lead to strict disciplinary actions, including expulsion for on or around post-admission. This commitment aligns with the institution's self-financed ethos, creating a for learning free from external disruptions. Digital support is facilitated through integrated portals on the CloudCampus24 platform, including dcc.cloudcampus24.com for notices, updates, video resources, and online learning modules, enabling students and staff to access academic materials, , and administrative announcements remotely since its in 2013. These tools enhance accessibility, particularly for enrollment and routine management, building on the college's modern .

Academics

Programs Offered

Dhaka Commerce College offers the (HSC) program primarily in , which serves as its core educational track with compulsory subjects including Bengali, English, Information and Communication Technology, , and . Students in this stream select a third subject from options such as , or Production Management and Marketing, along with an optional fourth subject that may include Statistics, , or Home . Additionally, the HSC program was introduced in the 2019-2020 academic session, featuring compulsory subjects like Bengali, English, ICT, Physics, and Chemistry, with choices for third and optional fourth subjects including , Higher , or Statistics. At the undergraduate level, the college provides Honours programs affiliated with the in subjects such as , , , and Banking, English, Bangla, , and (CSE). These programs emphasize business-oriented specializations, reflecting the institution's foundational focus on commerce education. Professional undergraduate degrees include the (BBA). Postgraduate offerings consist of Master's programs under affiliation in Accounting, Management, Marketing, Finance and Banking, English, and Economics. The college also offers a professional (MBA) degree. Instruction across these programs is delivered in both Bangla and English mediums to accommodate diverse student needs.

Departments and Faculty

Dhaka Commerce College organizes its academic structure around several specialized departments focused on , , and supporting disciplines. The key departments include , , , Finance and Banking, , English, Bangla, and . These departments oversee the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, emphasizing practical skills in . The Department, established to provide foundational expertise in financial reporting and auditing, features a faculty comprising professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and lecturers, many holding M.Com degrees and higher qualifications in from recognized universities. Similarly, the Department employs experienced educators with advanced degrees in , facilitating instruction in and . The Department highlights consumer behavior and , supported by faculty trained in specialized methodologies. The Finance and Banking Department focuses on and banking operations, with staff possessing qualifications such as MBA in . The Department covers micro and , staffed by economists with postgraduate credentials. Language departments like English and Bangla emphasize communication and literary studies, aiding students' proficiency, while the Department integrates into applications, with faculty holding degrees in computer science and IT. The college employs over 150 members, including professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and lecturers, who collectively deliver Honours, Master's, BBA, and MBA programs across these departments. Faculty qualifications typically include bachelor's honors, master's degrees, and doctorates from institutions affiliated with the of Bangladesh, enabling them to mentor students in both theoretical and applied aspects of . Many staff members also engage in administrative roles, such as department heads, to ensure smooth program implementation. Departmental activities extend beyond classroom teaching to include seminars, workshops, and specialized training in , fostering among students. For instance, the Department organizes annual Management Week events featuring seminars on contemporary business issues, while the Accounting Department conducts training sessions on auditing standards. The Finance and Banking Department maintains a seminar library with over 3,000 books and hosts alumni-led workshops on financial welfare. Study tours, such as those to for students, provide practical exposure, and the Department offers IT training programs to support in . These initiatives enhance the curriculum's relevance to industry needs. Faculty growth has paralleled the college's expansion, increasing to 159 members to accommodate new programs like Science HSC and CSE Honours, ensuring adequate staffing for diverse academic offerings since the institution's founding in 1989. This development has allowed departments to handle growing enrollments, with the Management Department alone supporting over 1,100 Honours and 300 Master's students.

Academic Performance and Rankings

Dhaka Commerce College has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in examinations affiliated with the of . The college has been recognized as the best private college at the national level by the in 2015, 2016, and 2017, and additionally in 2018, 2019, and 2023, based on outstanding results in Honours and Master's programs. In the 2016 National University rankings, it secured the 4th position among the top 5 colleges overall and 3rd among the top 10 in the Dhaka-Mymensingh zone, highlighting its position within the top tier nationally among over 685 affiliated institutions. The institution has also received "Best College" awards from the Ministry of Education in 1996 and 2002, acknowledging its early excellence in academic standards and student outcomes under affiliation. In (HSC) examinations, Commerce College has maintained high pass rates, achieving 99.75% in the 2022 cohort, with 2,795 out of 2,802 students passing. Cumulatively from 2003 to 2018, 6,538 students attained a perfect GPA of 5.00 in HSC exams conducted by the Dhaka Education Board. As of 2025, the college achieved a 97.93% pass rate in the HSC examinations, with 710 out of 725 students passing. For degree-level programs, the college reports nearly 100% pass rates in Honours and Master's examinations almost every year, contributing to its reputation for superior student performance in and . These metrics underscore the college's sustained impact, with programs in , management, and related fields driving consistent high achievement without specific numerical benchmarks for every session.

Student Life and Community

Extracurricular Activities

Dhaka Commerce College fosters a vibrant extracurricular landscape that emphasizes student development in a politics-free and smoking-free environment, as upheld by the institution's core policies. Student organizations actively promote these principles, ensuring campus activities remain focused on personal growth, leadership, and community service without political interference or tobacco use. This approach supports a and inclusive space for non-academic engagements, including cultural programs, sports, and skill-building initiatives. Cultural activities form a cornerstone of student life, utilizing the college's modern for seminars, performances, and events. The annual Cultural Week, held since 1990, features competitions in singing, dancing, acting, , general knowledge, debating, and art, alongside observances of national holidays like Independence Day and . Various clubs enhance these opportunities, such as the Debating Club for rhetorical skills, Drama Club for theatrical productions, Dance Club for performances that have brought accolades to the college, Music Club for musical events, Recitation Club for poetry workshops and reading fairs, and Language Club for extempore speeches, spelling bees, and writing contests. The Readers and Writers Club and Arts and Photography Club further encourage creative expression through publications like wall magazines and souvenirs. These activities, often culminating in the annual magazine Progati, build interpersonal and artistic skills relevant to and . Sports and physical activities leverage the gymnasium and expansive playground to promote fitness and competitive spirit as integral co-curricular elements. Since its founding, the college has excelled in national and international competitions, including fencing (multiple silver medals at the 2013 Bangladesh Games), karate (gold and silver at the 2014 Japan Cup), badminton, cricket, and emerging sports like esports through the dedicated Esports Club, which focuses on gaming tournaments to develop strategy and collaboration. The Cycling and Skating Club organizes races and awareness campaigns, such as cycling tours advocating for education safety. Community-oriented clubs extend extracurricular involvement beyond campus, emphasizing . The Social Welfare Club conducts drives, flood relief distributions, and blanket programs for the needy, while the Others Club (including the Voice of America Fan Club) runs tree plantation initiatives, vaccination camps, and discussion forums on global issues. Additional events like annual feasts, study tours, monthly bulletins, and recent activities such as a on 16 February 2024 and a freshers reception for the 2023-24 academic year provide platforms for holistic development, reinforcing the college's commitment to a balanced experience supported by its .

Alumni and Associations

The Dhaka Commerce College Alumni Association, known as XDCCIAN, was formally founded in 2017, though its activities commenced in 2010 to foster connections among graduates. With over 10,000 members, the association serves as a vital network for former students, emphasizing collective support for the institution established in 1989. Key events organized by XDCCIAN include two major reunion programs held in 2010 and 2015, which brought together alumni for networking and reminiscence, as well as the XDCCIAN Mahfil on 29 March 2024. Additionally, a departmental reunion for the alumni took place on March 1, 2013, during which a souvenir publication was released to commemorate the gathering. The association's mission focuses on advancing the college through initiatives that enhance the student experience, promote interaction between and current students, cultivate loyalty to the institution, and build enduring relationships across past, present, and future generations. It supports career development by facilitating networking opportunities and educational programs tailored to alumni success, while contributing to institutional growth through collaborative efforts. While XDCCIAN highlights general alumni contributions to these areas, no widely notable figures from the college have been publicly emphasized in association records or broader sources.
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