East Delta University

What East Delta University does

East Delta University (EDU) is a private, not-for-profit independent university established in 2008 by Sayeed Al Noman and governed by the Chittagong Foundation, operating from a single permanent campus on Abdullah Al Noman Road in Chattogram (Chittagong), Bangladesh. Approved by the Government of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Private University Act, EDU serves approximately 4,420 students (3,900 undergraduate and 520 graduate) and has produced 3,500 alumni. The university delivers 7 undergraduate and 7 postgraduate programs organized across three schools — the School of Business Administration, the School of Science, Engineering & Technology, and the School of Liberal Arts & Social Science — including differentiated offerings such as a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Artificial Intelligence (BSBA & AI), a Master of Public Policy and Leadership (MPPL, first-of-its-kind in Bangladesh), an MA in TESOL, and an MSc in Data Analytics and Design Thinking for Business. EDU also runs a 2+2 dual-degree transfer pathway with Arkansas State University for CSE and EEE majors, and an academic partnership with the University of Portsmouth for student exchange and credit transfer.

The underlying technology stack combines SaaS consumption with a modest layer of proprietary administrative tools. EDU runs on Google Workspace for Education (with @eastdelta.edu.bd accounts), Google Classroom and Google Meet for online learning, Turnitin for plagiarism detection, and engagement tools including EdPuzzle, PeerDeck, Kahoot, and Schoology (the last used for admissions testing). Administrative operations are handled by the Blackbox University Management System (an Orbund-deployed SIS for enrollment, grading, and academic records), a TSAP portal for certificate/transcript applications and degree verification, an SSLCommerz-integrated ePayment portal supporting cards and bKash, a Virtual Hub that routes students to the Registrar, Admissions, Finance, and IT via chat and video, and an Academic Support Clinic offering tutoring in writing, presentation, and quantitative skills. The permanent campus spans approximately 4 acres, accommodates up to 3,000 students, and includes a 50,000+ volume library, 11 science laboratories, two amphitheaters, and an 800-seat cafeteria.

The business model is a subscription-style tuition-and-fees model. EDU generates revenue from per-credit tuition (e.g., BDT 5,000/credit for the MA in TESOL), recurring semester fees (e.g., BDT 20,500 for the MA in TESOL), one-time admission fees (e.g., BDT 35,000 for MA in TESOL plus a BDT 1,000 application fee), and ancillary certificate and transcript services (BDT 1,200 standard, BDT 4,000 urgent, plus a ~1.52% transaction processing fee). Pricing is materially offset by a layered scholarship stack offering 70–86% tuition waivers plus a 100% Women Empowerment Fund for ten female students. The go-to-market is a sales-led admissions motion targeting students in Bangladesh and the Chattagong region via a dedicated admissions microsite, online application portal, multiple phone lines, email enquiries, on-campus enrollment, real-time chat support, and an active social presence on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Messenger. The market is exclusively domestic Bangladesh with outbound international mobility handled through the ASU and Portsmouth partnerships rather than through offshore campuses.

Name

East Delta University

Legal name

East Delta University

Website

https://eastdelta.edu.bd

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

East Delta University is a private, not-for-profit university in Chattogram, Bangladesh, approved by the UGC and governed by the Chittagong Foundation, serving approximately 4,420 students across undergraduate and graduate programs in business, engineering, and liberal arts.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

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Polytechnic & Applied Sciences Universities

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Technical & Polytechnic Universities

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Postgraduate degree programs
• Engineering education
• Business administration studies

Headquarters

HQ city

Patiya

HQ country

Bangladesh

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Per-credit tuition fees charged for undergraduate and graduate programs. MA in TESOL charges BDT 5,000 per credit. Programs include BBA, BSc in CSE, EEE, ETE, BA in English, BSc in Economics, MBA, MPPL, MSc in CSE/ETE, MSc in Data Analytics, MA in English, MA in TESOL.
2. Semester Fees: Recurring semester fees charged at the beginning of each semester. MA in TESOL semester fee is BDT 20,500.
3. Certificate and Transcript Services: Fees for academic transcripts, provisional certificates, main certificates, and verification services. Academic Transcript: BDT 1,200; Urgent Academic Transcript: BDT 4,000; Main Certificate: varies.
4. Admission Fees: One-time admission fees charged during enrollment. MA in TESOL admission fee is BDT 35,000. Admission form fee is BDT 1,000.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

East Delta University (EDU) is a private higher education institution in Chattogram, Bangladesh that delivers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs across three schools (Business, Science/Engineering/Technology, and Liberal Arts/Social Science). It also provides supporting digital academic services such as the Blackbox student information system, the ePayment fee portal, the TSAP certificate/transcript application system, and the Virtual Hub student services platform.

Product overview

East Delta University operates as a private higher education institution offering a portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs across three schools: School of Business Administration, School of Science Engineering & Technology, and School of Liberal Arts & Social Science. The university provides 7 undergraduate programs including a unique BSBA & AI degree combining business administration with artificial intelligence, and 7 postgraduate programs including the innovative Master of Public Policy and Leadership and MA in TESOL. Beyond academic instruction, EDU delivers digital administrative services including the Blackbox University Management System, ePayment Portal for tuition and fee collection, TSAP for certificate and transcript applications, Virtual Hub for student services, and the Academic Support Clinic for tutoring assistance. The institution integrates Google Workspace and Google Classroom for learning delivery, Turnitin for plagiarism detection, and maintains partnerships like the 2+2 dual degree program with Arkansas State University.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Four-year undergraduate business administration degree following North American business school traditions, combining business analytics tools with liberal arts thinking. Aimed at high school graduates seeking bachelor's-level business education.
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Artificial Intelligence (BSBA & AI) Four-year undergraduate program combining Business Administration with Artificial Intelligence, preparing students for the AI-transformed business landscape. Aimed at prospective undergraduates interested in the intersection of business and AI.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering (B.Sc. in CSE) Four-year engineering degree in computer science covering software development, algorithms, and computing systems. Aimed at students pursuing computing careers; eligible for the 2+2 transfer program with Arkansas State University.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (B.Sc. in EEE) Four-year engineering degree covering electrical circuits, electronics, and power systems with accredited laboratory facilities. Aimed at students pursuing electrical engineering careers; eligible for the 2+2 transfer program with Arkansas State University.
• Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (B.Sc. in ETE) Four-year engineering degree focusing on electronics and telecommunication systems including signal processing and network design. Aimed at students interested in communications and electronics engineering careers.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Four-year English language and literature degree covering literature, linguistics, and communication skills. Aimed at students pursuing liberal arts and language-focused careers.
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics Four-year economics degree covering micro and macroeconomics, econometrics, and economic theory. Aimed at students interested in economic analysis and policy careers.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Postgraduate business administration degree following North American business school traditions with focus on business analytics and decision-making. Aimed at graduates seeking advanced business qualifications.
• Master of Public Policy and Leadership (MPPL) First-of-its-kind postgraduate program in Bangladesh covering leadership, public policy, and governance, offered in taught mode, research track, and mixed-mode. Aimed at professionals seeking leadership roles in public administration.
• Master of Science in Computer Science & Engineering (M.Sc. in CSE) Postgraduate degree in computer science covering advanced algorithms, software engineering, and research methodologies. Aimed at graduates seeking advanced technical qualifications.
• Master of Science in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (M.Sc. in ETE) Postgraduate degree in electronics and telecommunication covering advanced signal processing, communication systems, and research. Aimed at graduates seeking advanced engineering qualifications.
• Master of Science in Data Analytics and Design Thinking for Business Postgraduate program combining data analytics with design thinking methodologies for business innovation and decision-making. Aimed at graduates and professionals seeking data-driven business skills.
• Master of Arts (MA) in English Postgraduate English literature and linguistics degree covering advanced literary analysis and language studies. Aimed at graduates seeking advanced humanities qualifications.
• Master of Arts (MA) in TESOL Postgraduate program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, a first-of-its-kind in Chattogram, combining theoretical rigor with practical teaching experience through supervised practicums. Aimed at graduates pursuing English language teaching careers.
• TSAP Certificate and Transcript Application Service Online system for applying for academic transcripts, certificates, provisional certificates, and degree verification. Used by students and alumni to obtain official academic documentation.
• ePayment Portal Online payment system for tuition fees, admission fees, and other university charges supporting credit cards, debit cards, bKash, and other payment modes. Used by students to settle university financial obligations online.
• Virtual Hub Student Service Platform Service hub for existing students to connect with administrative offices including Registrar, Admissions, Finance, Library, and IT services through chat and video conferencing. Used by enrolled students to access administrative support.
• Academic Support Clinic Educational unit providing academic assistance including tutoring, writing support, presentation skills, mathematical ability support, and IT skills assistance for undergraduate and postgraduate students through expert sessions.
• 2+2 Dual Degree Program with Arkansas State University Transfer program allowing students to complete first two years at East Delta University and remaining two years at Arkansas State University, applicable for B.Sc. in CSE and B.Sc. in EEE majors. Requires IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 61.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,900 undergraduate and 520 graduate students currently enrolled
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Arkansas State University (ASU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEast Delta University established an MoU with Arkansas State University, USA. Students can enroll in 2+2 Bachelor's Degree programs - completing first 2 years at EDU and remaining 2 years at ASU. Applicable for B.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) and B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE). Requirements include IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 61 score. Selection done by ASU-EDU Committee.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• North South University: One of Bangladesh's leading private universities, offering comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs across business, engineering, and liberal arts. Directly comparable to EDU in scope, target market, and business model as a private comprehensive university serving similar student segments.
• BRAC University: Major Bangladeshi private university established by BRAC, offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs across business, engineering, and social sciences. Closely comparable to EDU as a comprehensive private university serving similar student segments in Bangladesh.
• Daffodil International University: Large private university in Bangladesh offering diverse programs including business, engineering, and IT. Comparable to EDU in serving similar student segments with similar breadth of program offerings across multiple schools.
• University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh: Private university in Bangladesh with liberal arts focus alongside business and social science programs. Comparable to EDU as a private university serving similar undergraduate student segments in Bangladesh.
• Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology: Private engineering-focused university in Bangladesh, particularly comparable to EDU's School of Science, Engineering & Technology offerings including CSE, EEE, and ETE programs. Targets similar technical undergraduate segments.
• Independent University, Bangladesh: Private university in Bangladesh offering business, engineering, and liberal arts programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. Directly comparable to EDU in program portfolio, private university structure, and target student market.
• East West University: Private university in Bangladesh providing undergraduate and graduate programs in business, engineering, and social sciences. Comparable to EDU in scale, scope, and target student segments in the Bangladeshi private higher education market.

Regional players

• Premier University, Chittagong: Private university also located in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Regional peer competing for the same local student market as EDU with comparable program offerings at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• International Islamic University Chittagong: Private university also based in Chittagong, Bangladesh, offering undergraduate and graduate programs. Regional peer operating in the same geographic market as EDU and competing directly for the same local student pool.

Broad incumbents

• University of Chittagong: Major public university in Chittagong, Bangladesh, with comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines. Represents a broad incumbent in the same geography, offering a public-sector alternative to private institutions like EDU.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/eastdeltauniv
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/EastDeltaUniversity1
• Facebookfacebook.com/eastdeltauniversity1
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eastdeltauniversity
• Instagraminstagram.com/eastdeltauniversity

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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