Suggested Essay Topics

Below is a list of suggested essay topics that you could write on to prepare for the Written Section. Although there is a time limit, you should allow yourself to brainstorm and take your time at the beginning. You will get better with practice. I have highlighted the topics I felt are important. Note that, although there is very little chance of getting a topic such as "The rainy season", it would help you considerably in your practice if you think out of the box and come up with something out of the ordinary in your writing for such topics.  You could also look online for some data related to the rainy season, which could perhaps help you with some other writing.  A good grasp on general knowledge could come in handy. Also while you prepare, put higher priority on current issues. It is also very unlikely that you will be asked to write on your feelings about the first test match victory of Bangladesh (unless the examiner comes across this blog and decides to prove me wrong, very unlikely I know ;)). I also suggest you stick to British English. Although I have written 'favor' below, which is the American spelling of 'favour', remember that most of the faculty members at IBA are somewhat traditional.

Bangladesh

1. Pahela Baishakh
2. The seasons of Bangladesh
3. The rainy season
4. A Spring Morning
5. Rivers of Bangladesh
6. The streets of Dhaka
7. The season I like most
8. The importance of the 21st
9. Independence day 
10. Natural resources of Bangladesh 
11. Independence day 
12. My feelings about the first test match victory of Bangladesh
13. Digital Bangladesh

Bangladesh (Social Issues)

1. Traffic congestion in Dhaka city
2. Floods in Bangladesh
3. Environmental Pollution in Bangladesh
4. Electricity crisis
5. The population problem of Bangladesh
6. Unemployment Problem
7. Female Education in Bangladesh
8. Free market economy in Bangladesh, do you favor it?
9. Student Politics
10. Globalization is beneficial for Bangladesh- write your arguments for or against the argument
11. Importance of Quality Education in Bangladesh
12. Development of IT in Bangladesh
13. Rural Development in Bangladesh

Science

I feel all the topics below are very important for you to practice, and I am not saying this because I am a student of science.

1. Nuclear Technology
2. The Internet
3. The gifts of science
4. The dangers of science
5. Greenhouse Effect/The ozone layer
6. A paper-less office
7. Some people think that development of IT will enhance human ingenuity. Others believe that development of IT will inhibit human ingenuity. Discuss both the points of view. Which view do you support? Give reasons for your choice.

Social/Environmental/Political Issues

1. Explain your views on the following:In some countries, television and radio programs are carefully censored for offensive language and behavior. In other countries there is little or no censorship. In your view, to what extent should the censor board or any other body be able to censor television or radio programs? Explain, giving relevant reasons and/or examples to support your position.
2. Drug Addiction
3. Mass Media
4. American People elected BUSH (replace with Obama) as their President. Do you think that Americans have chosen the right person?
5. Tsunami
6. When disaster strikes
7. Environmental Pollution
8. Ecological Imbalance

MBA related

1. Advertising 
2. Marketting 
3. Describe an Event where you have proved your managerial skills
4. Why I wish to pursue an MBA degree
5. Business Education
6. Aim in Life

Myself

1. A memorable day in your life
2. A thrilling experience of your life
3. My first day at college
4. My favourite Hobby
5. The night before an Examination
6. Memories of childhood
7. My favorite Author
8. An Ideal Leader
9. If I were a millionaire
10. My favourite TV show
11. My favourite Movie
12. Describe yourself in at least 100 words (this will come in handy when you face the viva board)

Other

1. Honesty
2. The value of discipline in life
3. Patriotism
4. The value of time
5. Dignity of labour
6. Physical Exercise
7. Newspaper Reading
8. Punctuality
9. Perseverence
10. Modesty
11. Hobbies
12. The usefulness of Games and Sports
13. Reading Habit
14. A Good Person
15. New Year
16. Patience
17. Mercy
18. Devotion

If you are short of time, at least google and have a quick look at the topics listed above. You will find ample essays and writings online. Or if you write to me and I happen to have free time, I just might write one or two essays of your choice for you :)