Introduction
Established: 1995
Since its inception in 1995, International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC) authority has been taking all possible steps to build up a well-equipped modern library. Now it becomes one of the most extensive libraries among all the private university libraries of Bangladesh.
- •Books - Total: 110,000, Titles: 17,600
- •Journals: 2,400
- •Audio Visuals: 520
- •Online Journals: 37,000
- •Ebooks: 57,000
- •Etheses: 5,000,000
- •Subscriptions: Printed journals, Foreign magazines, Local magazines, National newspapers
Mission and Vision
Vision
To be a knowledge centre, enabling intense intellectual inquiry by providing a dynamic learning environment and proactively linking the ummah with knowledge.
Mission
With the knowledge, we serve to provide quality and value to library Users in all our endeavors’ through multiple communication networks utilizing the updated infrastructure and needed resources continuously.
Objectives
- •Develop and maintain an understanding of the library’s current and potential users and their needs, and to respond to them appropriately
- •Develop information resources and provide easy access to them
- •Develop human resources of the library to ensure delivery of quality services and to maintain high levels of professionalism
- •Develop and implement a systematic approach to market the Library and its services
- •Exploit the potential of technology in all areas to deliver a wide spectrum of excellent information services.
- •Collaborate, affiliate and cooperate with organizations worldwide to share resources, enhance productivity
- •Implement the efficient system of library management
- •Inculcate quality practices.
Message From Librarian
Dr. Md. Jahangir Alam
Librarian
Library and Information Division
International Islamic University Chittagong
Message
In the name of Allah, the most Beneficent, the most Merciful. Welcome to the Central Library of International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC). The library website is our gateway to our services and resources. The aim of the library website is to provide a brief introduction to the services, facilities, opening hours and other necessary information about the library. The mission of the library is to provide quality service to library users in all our endeavors’ through multiple communication networks utilizing the updated infrastructure and needed resources continuously. The main objective of the library is to acquire resources, enhance knowledge, and support the educational programs of IIUC. The library is the backbone of the research and development activities of IIUC. The use of library resources is vital for pursuing study and research. It is an integral part of the university, and it has comprehensive collections to meet the information, research, and curriculum needs of its faculty, students and staff members. The resources of the library include a diverse collection of print and electronic resources. As Librarian of International Islamic University Chittagong, I oversee the many dedicated staff who acquire, catalog, preserve, and make available library resources within the library and through online. I welcome you to use the library and visit the library website. I do hope that everyone would make full use of the facilities and services offered by the library. May Allah guide us to provide best service to our users for their grand success.
Library Committee
The library is advised by a committee consisting of representatives from Board of Trustees, Syndicate, Dean of faculties, Chairman of departments, and Directors of Institutes of the university. The Pro Vice-Chancellor of the university is the Chairman of the Library Management Committee (LMC), and the Librarian is the Member-Secretary of the Committee.
| Member | Position |
|---|---|
| Chairman | |
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Mahbubur Rahman Professor, Business Administration, Syndicate Member [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Aktaruzzaman Khan Professor, Business Administration, Dean, FBA [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Mahmoda Khaton Siddika Associate Professor, Center for General Education, Chief, FAZ [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
AFM Nuruzzaman Assistant Professor & Chairman, Department of Da’wah and Islamic Studies (DIS) [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Dr. Md. Nazmul Huda Associate Professor & Chairman, Department of English Language and Literature [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Prof. Engr. Md. Razu Ahmed Professor & Chairman, Dept. of Computer and Communication Engineering [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Abul Mobrur Md. Hamed Hassan Director & Associate Professor, Center for General Education [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member |
Dr. Md. Jahangir Alam Librarian, Library and Information Division (LID) [email protected]+88 0304251154-61 | Member Secretary |
Library Collections
The library has about 110000 books of 17600 titles, 2400 journals, 6000 theses, 4050 documents, 150 manuscripts, 6182 magazines, and 520 audio-visual materials. Access and download facilities of about 37000 online journals, 57000 eBooks, and five million e-Theses are available. In addition to these collections, the library subscribes printed issues of a large number of journals, foreign and local magazines, and almost all leading national newspapers of Bangladesh.
| Sl | Types of Collections | Titles | Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Books | 17,600 | 110,000 |
| 2 | Journals | 160 | 2,400 |
| 3 | Thesis/Internship Reports | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| 4 | Documents/Reports | 4,050 | 4,050 |
| 5 | Manuscripts | 150 | 150 |
| 6 | Magazines | 40 | 6,182 |
| 7 | Audio-Visual Materials | 202 | 520 |
| 8 | Access to Online Journals | 37,000 | 37,000 |
| 9 | Access to E-books | 57,000 | 57,000 |
| 10 | Access to E-thesis | 5,000,000 | 5,000,000 |
| 11 | IIUC Digital Institutional Repository | 5,450 | 5,450 |
| 12 | E-books (Access through LAN) | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Library Sections
Library sections
| SL | Section and Corner | Floor | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Administrative Section | First | 202 |
| 2 | Acquisition Section | First | 207 |
| 3 | Processing Section | First | 205 |
| 4 | Automation Section | First | 207 |
| 5 | Digitization Section | First | 203 |
| 6 | Circulation Section | Ground | 102 |
| 7 | ICT and E-resources Section | Ground | 305 |
| 8 | Archives and Periodicals Section | First | 203 |
| 9 | July Revolution Corner | First | 201 |
| 10 | Islamic Corner | Second | 301 |
| 11 | Conference Hall | Second | 302 |
| 12 | Carrel | First | 204 |
Library Hours
| Location | Days | Time | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library (Male) | Saturday to Wednesday | 10:00AM - 09:00PM | All |
| Central Library (Male) | Friday | 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM | All |
| Central Library (Female) | Saturday to Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM | All |
| Central Library (Female) | Friday | 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM | All |
| Seminar Libraries | Saturday to Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Pharmacy, EEE |