This document provides an overview of a study comparing the functions of banks and non-bank financial institutions in Bangladesh. It introduces the objectives and methodology of the study, which involves collecting both primary and secondary data on Dutch-Bangla Bank and Reliance Finance Limited to analyze the differences between their operations as a bank and non-bank financial institution, respectively. The document also provides background information on the two organizations, including their histories, strategies, visions, missions, business objectives, branches/offices, and social initiatives.