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Venturas Expands Talent Pool with New MOU Signings

Venturas, a leading company focused on matching Bangladeshi IT engineers with Japanese firms, has recently signed new Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with two major universities in Bangladesh: Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET) and Daffodil International University (DIU). The agreements, finalized in November 2025, aim to support Bangladeshi students in building their careers in Japan.

Venturas, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has previously collaborated with various universities. However, the addition of CUET and DIU will significantly broaden the pool of students that Japanese companies can engage with. This strategic move allows Japanese firms to tailor their hiring needs, targeting a diverse range of candidates, from top engineering graduates to those qualified for large-scale IT projects.


Image: MOU signing ceremony at DIU Career Development Center (November 10, 2025). Central right: Prof. Dr. M. R. Kabir (DIU Vice Chancellor); Central left: Riko Ueda (President of Venturas).

Background of the Collaboration

Japan is facing a critical shortage of skilled IT professionals, with projections indicating a potential shortfall of up to 790,000 by 2030. In contrast, Bangladesh produces tens of thousands of IT and engineering graduates each year, attracting international attention for their technical skills, eagerness to learn, and proficiency in English.

Since 2018, Venturas has been actively engaged in bridging the gap between Bangladeshi IT engineers and Japanese companies. The company offers a unique training model, encompassing Japanese language education, business etiquette training, career development support, and job placement assistance in Japanese firms. By partnering with multiple universities, Venturas has successfully sent numerous graduates into the Japanese workforce.

With the new MOUs, CUET and DIU will set up systems allowing students to prepare for careers in the Japanese market throughout their academic journey. This will facilitate greater access for Japanese companies to candidates from diverse backgrounds, while also providing clear career pathways to university students, encouraging them to consider “working in Japan” as a viable option.

About Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET)

CUET, located in Chittagong, Bangladesh's second-largest city, is a prestigious national engineering university. Renowned as the leading institution in the region, it holds an esteemed position nationally, following Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Each year, around 16,000 candidates compete for approximately 1,000 spots across all disciplines, showcasing CUET’s rigorous selection process. The Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) program is particularly competitive, admitting only around 130 students yearly. CUET excels in various engineering disciplines, offering advanced education and research.

Key Fields of Study at CUET:

• - Computer Science & Engineering
• - Mechanical Engineering
• - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• - Civil Engineering & Architecture

Image: MOU signing ceremony at CUET (November 11, 2025). Central: Dr. Mahmud Abdul Matin Bhuiyan (CUET President); Central left: Riko Ueda (President of Venturas).

About Daffodil International University (DIU)

Daffodil International University (DIU) stands as one of the largest private universities in the country, hosting approximately 22,000 students, with around 8,000 enrolled in IT and engineering programs. In recent years, DIU has witnessed a rise in its rankings in various international university assessments, including QS Asia University Rankings. Focused on enhancing IT education, DIU provides well-equipped IT labs, incubation centers, and practical training curricula, positioning itself as a rapidly growing institution in Bangladesh.

Image: Signing ceremony at DIU Career Development Center (November 10, 2025). Front row left: Riko Ueda (President of Venturas); Front row right: Prof. Dr. M. R. Kabir (DIU President).

Key Initiatives Under the New Agreement

The newly forged cooperation focuses on several key areas, enhancing collaboration with each university:

• - Implementation of Japanese language education programs for students
• - Career guidance aligned with the needs of Japanese companies (for CSE and EEE students)
• - Practical support such as mock interviews and skill assessments
• - Workshops, technical lectures, and career fairs within the universities
• - Strengthening connections between Japanese companies and students

This MOU emphasizes actionable strategies to directly prepare students for careers in Japan, adapting past cooperative efforts to present-day needs.

Stakeholder Comments

CUET President Dr. Mahmud Abdul Matin Bhuiyan: “Collaboration with Venturas opens new opportunities for CUET students to advance their careers in Japan. Given our past successes, many students are eager to pursue job opportunities in Japan. The new MOU will likely enable even more students to gain international experience.”

DIU President Prof. Dr. M. R. Kabir: “The official connection between DIU students in CSE and EEE and Japanese companies is invaluable. Enhanced Japanese language and career preparation opportunities will help students pursue their global careers with confidence.”

Riko Ueda, President of Venturas: “With our collaboration with CUET and DIU, we are further expanding the breadth of students aspiring to build careers in Japan. We aim to broaden our support to ensure each student has the opportunity to thrive in Japan.”

About Venturas

Founded in 2015 as an EdTech startup in Bangladesh, Venturas is driven by its mission to create an equitable society where everyone can choose their future. The company focuses on disseminating opportunities in education, fair employment, and relevant information. As a prominent Japanese startup in Bangladesh, it maintains extensive networks with government agencies and educational institutions.

Currently, Venturas operates one of the largest online programming (STEM) schools for primary school students in Bangladesh, along with a Japanese language academy specialized for engineers, a talent matching service for IT specialists, and offshore development services. With numerous recruitment events between Japanese companies and local universities, over 200 Bangladeshi individuals have found employment in Japanese firms, marking a considerable achievement in the IT engineering sector.

Company Name: Venturas, Inc.
Headquarters: 2F Kanno Bldg, 6-23-4 Jinguumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Dhaka Location: House-2E, Road-29, Gulshan-1, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
Founded: 2015 (Bangladesh), 2020 (Japan)
CEO: Riko Ueda
Operations: Dhaka, Bangladesh; Tokyo, Japan
Business Areas: Talent matching, recruitment consultancy, offshore development, education services
Website: venturas.co.jp

About Bangladesh

Bangladesh, home to around 170 million people, boasts a youthful population with an average age in the late twenties. The country's economy has consistently grown by 5-6% annually, drawing global interest as a burgeoning market in South Asia. Expected to graduate from its designation as a least developed country (LDC) by 2026, Bangladesh is poised for ongoing economic development.

Particularly, the IT sector is recognized as a crucial area for future growth. Under the