On 22 November 2025, 37 enthusiastic students from business, IT, and engineering programmes—representing Monash College, University of London – London School of Economics Global Programme, and the University of Lancashire—stepped out of the classroom into the dynamic world of Akij Food & Beverage Ltd. (AFBL). Guided by four faculty members and Programme Cordinators, Dr. Zoeb Ur Rahman, Dr. Sadia Afreen, Ms. Ambreen Zaman, and Mr. Abhishek Chakravarty. Ms Nahian Jamal Joyeeta Student Services Executive, played a key role in making the event successful by providing logistic support and maintaining communication with all the parties concerned.
The tour wasn’t just about seeing machines in action; it was about connecting theory with practice. Inside the factory, students explored raw material handling and automated production lines. Students witnessed the entire journey of a beverage, which included mixing and pasteurization to labeling and packaging of some popular brands like Frutika, Mojo, and Cheese Puffs.
This collaborative industrial visit aimed to provide the students with four learning outcomes leading to their understanding of classroom concepts and sparking career aspirations.
- Real-world exposure to modern manufacturing and automation
- Insights into quality control and hygiene standards
- Understanding supply chain and inventory management
- Appreciation for teamwork and collaborative learning culture
AFBL officials provided important technical details of their products and manufacturing process during the visit and expressed their interest in opening internships and career opportunities for UCBD students in the future. Because learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door, UCBD wants to continue such collaborative, learning-oriented extracurricular activities for the students in the months and years ahead.