Ashique Hossain

Ashique Hossain started their career as a Junior Engineer at the Institute of Water Modelling in 2003. In this role, they were responsible for developing hydrodynamic and morphological models for various river systems in Bangladesh. Ashique also assisted in data collection, prepared proposals for consultancy works, and supported senior officials in preparing study reports.

In 2006, Ashique joined IPDC Finance as a Management Trainee and worked their way up to Senior Manager. Ashique gained experience in different departments of the company and contributed to the development of project-specific financial models, credit analysis, and feasibility studies. Ashique also played a significant role in introducing the "Factoring" product and preparing the operating manual for the company's factoring business.

Later, Ashique worked at Social Islami Bank Ltd. as a FAVP for a brief period in 2014.

Ashique then returned to IPDC Finance and took on the role of AGM Corporate Investment. In this position, they managed a demanding loan portfolio, maintained regular communication with clients, and developed financial models and credit proposals.

Since 2015, Ashique has been working as the General Manager and Head of Credit Risk Management at IPDC Finance. Ashique oversees the company's credit policies, procedures, and controls, reviews credit proposals objectively, and takes credit decisions for retail, corporate, and SME clients. Ashique also implements effective portfolio monitoring mechanisms to prevent portfolio deterioration. Additionally, they serve as the Secretary of the Board's Executive Committee and is a member of the Management Committee at IPDC Finance.

Ashique Hossain began their education in 1990 at Barisal Cadet College, where they studied science. Ashique completed their studies there in 1996. Subsequently, from 1997 to 2003, they attended Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Following this, they pursued further education at North South University from 2004 to 2006, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Finance & Marketing.