How to List Your Education the Right Way on a Bangladeshi CV

A well-structured education section helps recruiters quickly evaluate your qualifications and ensures your CV looks organized and professional.

In this guide, Job Khujo will teach you how to list your education effectively for both fresh graduates and experienced professionals, with examples from Bangladeshi universities and colleges.

Why Education Matters in Bangladeshi CVs

1. First Impression for Fresh Graduates
   • If you have limited work experience, your academic record often becomes the recruiter’s main criterion.
2. Government Jobs Requirement
   • Many Bangladeshi government positions require exact academic details, including SSC, HSC, and degree results.
3. Corporate Jobs
   • Even in private companies, a clean and clearly formatted education section shows attention to detail and professionalism.
4. ATS Compliance
   • Some Bangladeshi MNCs and larger corporations use Applicant Tracking Systems. Properly formatted education entries with correct keywords (degree, institution, year) can help your CV pass automated screenings.

How to Structure the Education Section

1. Reverse Chronological Order

Always list your latest degree first, followed by older qualifications.

Example:

• MBA in Finance

University of Dhaka, CGPA: 3.65/4.00 — 2022

• BBA in Marketing

North South University, CGPA: 3.50/4.00 — 2020

• HSC in Science

Dhaka College, GPA: 5.00/5.00 — 2016

• SSC in Science

Zilla School, GPA: 5.00/5.00 — 2014

Why reverse chronological?
Recruiters want to see your most recent achievements first.

2. What to Include in Each Entry

• Degree name (e.g., BBA, MSc, HSC)
  
• Major/Subject (e.g., Finance, Computer Science)
• Institution name (e.g., University of Dhaka)
• Result/Grade (CGPA or GPA)
• Passing year

Optional:

• Honors, awards, scholarships
• Thesis or research topics (if relevant)
• Professional certifications

3. Formatting Tips for Bangladeshi CVs

• Use bold for degree or institution to make it easy to scan.
• Align dates to the right for a clean look.
• Avoid overcrowding. Only include relevant academic information.

Education for Fresh Graduates

Freshers’ CVs rely heavily on academic records. Tips:

1. Highlight top qualifications
   • Focus on your bachelor’s and higher degrees. SSC/HSC can be included if GPA is strong.
2. Include relevant projects
   • Internship projects, final year thesis, or research work can showcase practical skills.
3. Mention awards and scholarships
   • Example: “Dean’s List, North South University, 2019”

Sample Fresh Graduate Education Section:

• BSc in Computer Science

BRAC University, CGPA: 3.80/4.00 — 2022

Final Year Project: Mobile App for Local E-commerce Platform

• HSC, Science

Viqarunnisa Noon College, GPA: 5.00/5.00 — 2018

• SSC, Science

Dhaka Collegiate School, GPA: 5.00/5.00 — 2016

Pro Tip: Pair this with your Career Objective guide for fresh graduates to make your CV more impactful.

Education for Experienced Professionals

Experienced candidates need to balance work experience and education:

• Put work experience first, then education.
• Only include highest degrees unless older degrees are relevant.
• Avoid including SSC/HSC unless required by the employer.

Sample Education Section for Professionals:

• MBA in Marketing

North South University, CGPA: 3.60/4.00 — 2018

• BBA in Business Administration

Dhaka University, CGPA: 3.45/4.00 — 2015

Don’t forget to complement this with a strong Professional Summary at the top of your CV.

Certifications & Short Courses

Adding relevant certifications strengthens your CV:

• Example: “Digital Marketing Certification – BDjobs Academy, 2021”
• Example: “Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI, 2020”

Tip: Only include certifications relevant to the job you’re applying for.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Listing degrees in random order
❌ Including irrelevant certifications
❌ Forgetting institution names or passing years
❌ Adding too many details for SSC/HSC
❌ Using inconsistent formatting

Conclusion

A clear, well-formatted education section builds credibility in the eyes of Bangladeshi recruiters. Whether you’re a fresh graduate or an experienced professional, following Job Khujo’s guidelines ensures your CV looks professional and helps you stand out.

✅ Key Takeaways:

• Use reverse chronological order
• Include degree, institution, subject, GPA/grade, and year
• Add relevant certifications and projects
• Avoid unnecessary details for older degrees

Combine this with Career Objective for Fresh Graduates and Professional Summary for Experienced Professionals to make a complete Bangladeshi CV that impresses recruiters.