Karachi, The Faculty of Business Administration at Iqra University is set to conduct the public defence for PhD scholar Mr. Minhaj Ikram on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the ORIC at 03:00 pm. This event marks a significant academic milestone for Mr. Ikram, who has completed his PhD dissertation under the guidance of Dr. Minhaj Ikram. The public defence is an integral part of the PhD program, providing a platform for scholars to present and defend their research work.

According to Iqra University, Mr. Ikram’s dissertation has met the rigorous standards set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), including approval from foreign evaluators. The upcoming public defence will be attended by scholars, faculty members, and students from related fields, offering an opportunity for academic discourse and evaluation. This event underscores the university’s commitment to academic excellence and the advancement of knowledge in the field of business administration.

The public defence serves as a critical step in the PhD journey, allowing the candidate to demonstrate their research findings and contributions to the academic community. It also provides a forum for intellectual exchange and critique, essential for the scholarly development of the candidate and the enrichment of the academic discipline.