Mr. Md. Habibur Rahman | Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

Md. Habibur Rahman is a librarian and ex-project leader, Higher Education Quality Enhancement Project (HEQEP) at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU), with extensive experience in modernizing academic library services. As sub-project Manager, he successfully led two World Bank-funded initiatives to enhance library quality through integrated digital solutions. Rahman pioneered the use of “Koha” for library management and “Dspace” for institutional repositories and implemented RFID technology for efficient collection management in the university. He also established a dedicated e-resource center, providing advanced support for researchers and students. Actively engaged in international collaboration, Rahman has formalized partnerships with institutions in Korea and beyond and is involved in numerous global library networks. He frequently contributes as a resource person on topics such as information literacy and research methodologies and serves as Chief Editor of the Bangladesh Journal of Information Management and Advisory Board member for FAO’s Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA). His professional development includes advanced training at institutions in the USA, Korea, Malaysia, and India.

Experience

Administrative

•	Librarian (Grade-3) in Central Library, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) from March 2, 2014 to Present
•	Librarian (In-Charge) in Central Library, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) from April 16, 2008 to May 7, 2008
•	Adjunct Faculty Member in Library and Information Science, International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC), Bangladesh from Jan. 1, 2006 to Oct. 31, 2022
•	Assistant Librarian in Central Library, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) from June 26, 2003 to April 15, 2008
•	Assistant Librarian in Central Library, University of Science and Technology Chittagong (USTC) from April 28, 2002 to June 25, 2003
•	Librarian in College Library, International Medical College, Dhaka from Aug. 1, 2000 to April 27, 2002

Contact

Email:
mhrahmancvasu@gmail.com
librarian@cvasu.ac.bd

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

(Completion in December 2024).

School of Information Sciences, College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

Malaysia

Master of Arts

Year: 1996

Result: 2nd class

Department: Library and Information Science

University: University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.)

Year: 1995

Result: 2nd Class

Department: Library and Information Science

University: University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Higher Diploma in Computer Science

Year: 2000

Obtained GPA: A+

Institute: Dhaka Computer Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Course Duration: 01 Year

Trainings Received

Training abroad:

Participated in the Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions ALCTS (Association for Library Collections & Technical Services) Web course on November 4^th- December 6^th, 2019. ALCTS is a division of the American library association, USA.
Participated in OTGA/INOS-UMT Digital Repositories: The Pathway from Open Access to Digital Asset Management, jointly organized by the UNESCO/IOC IODE and Institute of Oceanography and Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu 23-27 September 2018- Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia.
Participated in modern library usage and services at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, USA from April20 to April30, 2016.
Attended Attachment program at Central Library of Sunchon National University, Suncheon, Jeollanam-do, 540-950, Republic of Korea from July 6 to July 15, 2015.
Attended Attachment program at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad (Library), University Putra Malaysia on 10^th-24^th June 2013.
Attended one-month long training program on "Information Technology for Information Management" from 4th October to 4th November, 2010 arranged by SAARC Documentation Centre (SDC), New Delhi, India.

Visit Foreign Universities:

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology,77 Massachusetts Avenue|, Cambridge, MA, USA.
Sunchon National University, Suncheon, Jeollanam-do, South Korea.
Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
Chonbuk National University, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.
University of Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
University of Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
University Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), Terengganu, Malaysia
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
South Asian University, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, India
University of Kalyani, Nadia, West Bengal, India

Others

Other Activities:

Chief Editor: Bangladesh Journal of Information Management (BJIM)
Advisory Board member: Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA), it is sister organization of FAO
Member: Academic Council, CVASU
Ex-President: Library Association of Bangladesh, Chittagong Division.
Ex-President: Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Officers Association.
Ex Member: Rules Preparation Committee for officers and staff’s promotion and up-gradation.
Member: Registered graduate body, University of Dhaka.

Honours

Membership

1. Registered graduate at University of Dhaka (DU)

2. Life member of Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB)

3. Life member of Bangladesh Association of Librarians, Information Scientists and Documentalists

4. Boad member of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA), a sister organization of FAO.

5. Member of the International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centers (IAMSLIC.).

Others

Awarded Two Sub-projects through a nationwide competition and completed it successfully as a Sub-Project Manager (Head of project) from Higher Education Quality Enhancement Project (HEQEP) financed by World Bank and Government of Bangladesh.
Signed MoU with different organizations such as Central library of Sunchon National University, Republic of Korea, International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centers (IAMSLIC), Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA).

Publications

Articles Published in National and International Journals

Rahman, M.H., Ghazali, A. M. and Sawal, M. Z. H. M. (2024), “The Impact of Big Data on University Libraries in Bangladesh”, IFLA Journal, Sage Publication. (WOS and Scopus).
Rahman, M.H., Ghazali, A. M. and Sawal, M. Z. H. M. (2024), “Reasons for Resistance to Technology Adoption in University Libraries in Bangladesh”. Information Development, SAGE. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M.H. and Islam, M.N. (2024), “The Impact of ChatGPT for Enhancing Knowledge Management in University Libraries”, Journal of Web Librarianship, Taylor & Francis. https://doi.org/10.1080/19322909.2024.2391907. (WOS and Scopus).
Rahman, M.H., Ahmad, A. and Sawal, M. Z. H. M. (2024), “The influence of personal factors on resistance to technology adoption in university libraries in Bangladesh”, Information Development, Sage Publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/02666669241257196. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M.H., Ahmad, A. and Zakaria, S. (2023), "Digital humanities practice in university libraries of Bangladesh", Digital Library Perspectives, Vol. 39 No. 3, pp. 311-325. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLP-11-2022-0085. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M.H., Ahmad, A. and Zakaria, S. (2023), "A literature review on digital content management: trends and future challenges", Digital Library Perspectives, Vol. 39 No. 1, pp. 97-110. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLP-03-2022-0024. (WOS and Scopus)
Islam, M.N., Hu,G., Rahman, M.H. and Islam, M.M. (2023), “Bibliometric analysis of digital transformation in library services: A comprehensive Review”. 17^th International Conference on Webometrics (WIS) & 22^nd COLLNET Meeting, East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. https://www.slp.org.in/collnet2023/images/Proceeding2023.pdf
Rahman, M.H. (2022), “The Role of University Libraries in the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals Focusing on Climate Action", Proceedings of the 48th IAMSLIC Conference, held in Montevideo Uruguay in October 2022. pp. 67-86. url: www.https://IAMSLIC Conference Proceedings 2022.pdf.
Rahman M.H., Zakaria S. and Ahmad A. (2021), “Knowledge Discovery from the Digital Library’s Contents: Bangladesh Perspective”. In: Ke HR., Lee C.S., Sugiyama K. (eds) Towards Open and Trustworthy Digital Societies. ICADL 2021. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 13133. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91669-5_3. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M. H. (2021), “A National-level Network for Agricultural Library and Information Centers in Bangladesh”, Bangladesh Journal of Information Management, Vol. 1, Issue 1.
Rahman, M. H. (2021), “The new trend for digital record management in Bangladesh University Libraries”, Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 4740. https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4740. (Scopus)
Rahman, M. H. and Islam, M. S. (2020), “Building a model for digital content management in agricultural university libraries in Bangladesh” Knowledge Management & E-Learning: An International Journal, Vol. 12, Issue 3, pp. 359-379. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M.H. (2020), "Review of digital record management needs for academic libraries", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 37 No. 3, pp. https://doi-org.ezaccess.library.uitm.edu.my/10.1108/LHTN-11-2019-0083. (Scopus)
Rahman, M.H. (2020), "Changing roles of university libraries of Bangladesh: an exploratory study", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 37 No. 2, pp. 5-9. https://doi-org.ezaccess.library.uitm.edu.my/10.1108/LHTN-10-2019-0068. (Scopus)
Rahman, M. H. and Islam, M. S. (2019) "Implementation of RFID in university libraries of Bangladesh", Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, Vol. 68 Issue: 1/2, pp. 112-124, https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-06-2018-0053. (WOS and Scopus)
Rahman, M. H. and Rahman, M. Z. (2016) "Modernization of central library and establishment of an e-resource center at Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU): a case study", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 33 Issue: 8, pp. 8-10, https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-06-2016-0029. (Scopus)

Poster presentation

A poster titled "Modernization of Central Library and Establishment of an E-resource Centre at CVASU” presented in a National Workshop on HEQEP at Bangabandhu International Conference Center on 12 November 2015, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

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