Karachi, August 16, 2021 (PPI-OT):Iqra University is launching five new online courses accessible to everyone with access to the internet. The courses will be uploaded on the eve of Pakistan’s Independence Day. “This is in line with our university’s philosophy of making education inclusive and accessible to everyone,” says Dr Wasim Qazi, the vice-chancellor of Iqra University. “Our online courses are a reflection of that.”
The new courses include photography, storyboarding, art direction, copywriting, and advertising. They will be made available on Udemy, and have been carefully selected and designed to address the growing market demand. Udemy is a leading online platform that hosts courses from around the world. It currently has more than 155 thousand courses in its catalogue, with around 40 million registered learners.
Open online courses have gained popularity in recent years owing to their flexible learning formats. These courses mostly carry video lectures and encourage self-paced learning. The university also offers online continuing education programs for professionals and individuals seeking to advance their careers. They cover different topics relating to media, information technology, banking, and project management.
“Our online courses are aimed at facilitating professionals either looking to advance their careers or switch to a different profession altogether. They are also useful for people wanting to resume their higher studies, including housewives, full-time workers, and business owners,” said Dr Wasim Qazi. McKinsey Global Institute, a leading business and economics research institute, estimates around 375 workers will upgrade skills for their work by 2030.
For more information, contact:
Iqra University (IU)
Defence View, Shaheed-e-Millat Road (Ext.)
Karachi, Pakistan-75500
Tel: (+92-21) 111 264 264
Email: admission@iqra.edu.pk