Official page of Health Economics Study Alliance (HESA), Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka.
Health Economics Study Alliance (HESA) is a multidimensional organization founded by the students of Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka. The vision of the club is to promote this relatively new and niche field of economics in Bangladesh and bring it into the mainstream conversation among economists and public health enthusiasts. Furthermore, the club acts as a knowledge-sharing pla
11/06/2026
A heartfelt welcome to all the newly selected members of HESA! We're delighted to have you on board and look forward to working, learning, and growing together as a team. This marks the beginning of your HESA journey, and we're excited to see the energy, ideas, and potential each of you brings. Get ready for an enriching experience filled with opportunities, connections, and achievements. Stay tuned, your journey starts here! โจ
27/05/2026
Eid-Al-Adha Mubarak ๐
May this Eid bring peace to your heart, joy to your home, and blessings to your loved ones.
20/05/2026
โจ Ready to take the next step?
The HESA Member Recruitment Interview for the 2026-27 session is finally here!
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Date: May 21, 2026
๐ Time: 8 PM
๐ป Mode: Online Interview
The meeting links along with detailed instructions have already been sent to your email. Please make sure to check your inbox carefully before the interview. ๐ฉ
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20/05/2026
Glimpses from todayโs insightful session on Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis.
A sincere thank you to our speaker, A. M. Rumayan Hasan, for sharing his valuable experiences and practical insights into qualitative research. We are equally grateful to our enthusiastic audience whose active participation made the session engaging and meaningful.
19/05/2026
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Ever feel like advanced statistics, R, or econometrics is the only way to break into research? The good news is, it isnโt. By mastering a few highly practical skills such as active listening, structured document analysis, and thematic coding, you can become an exceptional qualitative or mixed-methods researcher and uncover the crucial "why" behind the numbers.
This training session will introduce those skills through the work of someone who has spent years doing qualitative research in complex public health settings.
Our speaker, A. M. Rumayan Hasan, works in the Urban Health unit at icddr,b's Health Systems and Population Studies Division. With training in Anthropology and Public Health, he has conducted qualitative research across urban Bangladesh. His work explores issues like healthcare access during COVID-19, physical activity among school children, and barriers to maternal and child nutrition services. His research involves direct engagement with communities, patients, caregivers, teachers, and policymakers to understand experiences that numbers alone cannot explain.
If youโve ever wondered how researchers study sensitive and complex human experiences beyond statistics, this session is for you.
Date: 20 May (tomorrow)
Time: 10:30 AM โ 12:00 PM
Venue: Room 5036
Join us for โUK Scholarships: A Practical Walkthroughโ by Fahmida Akhtar Ankhi, Chevening Scholar with an MSc in Global Mental Health from Kingโs College London and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. A practical session on UK scholarship opportunities, application process, and study pathways in the UK, arranged by HESA for students and early-career researchers interested in health economics, public health, and related fields.
16/05/2026
HESA is pleased to announce another Monthly Talk Series, featuring a webinar titled:
"UK Scholarships: A Practical Walkthrough"
As students of Health Economics, many aspire to pursue higher studies abroad, yet the path forward often remains unclear. Determining where to begin, understanding the obstacles and learning how to present one's experiences effectively are commonly faced challenges.
Join the webinar to gain insight into how UK scholarships operate, identify the skills that genuinely enhance candidacy, and learn practical ways to secure funding for your future.
We are deeply honored to welcome our guest speaker, a distinguished alumna of the Institute of Health Economics, whose own journey shows what is possible:
Fahmida Akter Ankhi
Chevening Scholar (2024-25)
MSc Global Mental Health;
Kingโs College London and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
She will share personal insights, practical steps for applying to UK government and university scholarships, debunk common myths, and provide guidance on turning experiences into useful skills.
Date: 18th May
Time: 8:00 PM
Mode: Online
Mark your calendars and join us!
14/05/2026
Registrations closed!
The General Member Recruitment of the Health Economics Study Alliance has officially come to an end.
A heartfelt thank you to all the enthusiastic students from IHE Batch 15 who applied and showed interest!
This is only the start of your journey with HESA, and weโre excited to witness the contributions youโll bring to the field of Health Economics in Bangladesh.
Stay connected for the upcoming updates and next steps!
HESA General Member Recruitment for IHE 15 closes in just one day! If youโve been considering joining, thereโs still time to apply. A real chance to grow and connect with a solid community. Donโt miss out!
๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ฌ:
Form Link: https://shorturl.at/0TZYi
Bkash: +8801838037993
Application Fee: 100 BDT
Deadline: 11:59 PM, 14th May, 2026
10/05/2026
We are pleased to announce that the HESA membership recruitment period has been officially extended for the IHE 15 cohort. The new deadline to submit your application is May 14th. Eligible members are encouraged to complete the process by this date. Register now!
๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ฌ:
Form Link: https://shorturl.at/0TZYi
Bkash: +8801838037993
Application Fee: 100 BDT
Deadline: 11:59 PM, 14th May, 2026