SMC Plus Inter-University Marketing Debate Fest 2.0 organized by Brand Practitioners Bangladesh
SMC Plus Inter-University Marketing Debate Fest 2.0, powered by Ispahani & Walton, concluded with Brand Practitioners Bangladesh. The Chittagong Medical College Debating Club emerged as the winners of the competition, while the Seekers team from Islamic University (IU) secured the runner-up position. The final took place online via Zoom on Saturday (June 17).
The university level debate competition, covering various marketing topics, was organized in an exhilarating and captivating manner. Out of over 110 teams representing 47 universities, 64 teams advanced to the first round. The finals occurred after five rounds of traditional debates. The motion for the grand finale was “Marketing should prioritize well-being over profit to ensure business sustainability.” The Seekers debate team from Islami University supported the motion, while the CMCDC team from Chittagong Medical College opposed it.
The esteemed panel of judges for the grand finale included Dr. Mizanur Rahman, Professor of the Marketing Department at Dhaka University, Syed Alamgir, CEO of Meghna Group of Industries (FMCG Division), and Khaled Mahmud, Associate Professor of the Marketing Department at IBA. Ghalib bin Mohammed moderated the debate.
During his speech, Professor Dr. Mizanur Rahman, the Guest of Honor and member of the grand jury, emphasized that businesses should aim to earn profits while focusing on well-being. He expounded on both aspects of the motion, highlighting the theory of Better Marketing for a Better World (BMBW). Syed Alamgir expressed gratitude to the organizers for arranging the event and commended the quality of the youth debate. The winning team from Chittagong Medical College consisted of Akib Mahbud Mahi, Rafiul Islam, and Ahmed Zaim Khan. Rafiul Islam, the team leader of CMCDC, was recognized as the best debater in the grand final.
Khandaker Shamim Rahman, General Manager and Head of Marketing Division at SMC Enterprises, stated that SMC has always been dedicated to the country and its people.
Mirza Muhammad Ileush, CEO of Brand Practitioners Bangladesh, mentioned that the Inter-University Marketing Debate Fest 2.0 aims to generate interest in marketing among young individuals and contribute to building a better world through marketing.
The inter-university marketing debate fest is organized in partnership with Snacks partner Bakeman’s, MFS partner Nagad, eCommerce partner Rokomari, and knowledge partner Practitioners Academy. According to the organizers, the third edition of the Inter-University Marketing Debate Fest will be held in the near future.
