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April 6, 2023April 7, 2023

IoBM Awarded Arts Residency Grant Program 2023-24 By The British Council

Karachi, April 06, 2023 (PPI-OT): Institute of Business Management is proud to be one of the awardees of the Arts Residency Grant program 2023-24 by the British Council. IoBM is the only university to have been bestowed with this award. Initiated by the Department of Media Studies at IoBM in collaboration with Umbrellium, a UK-based urban design studio, Replay: Reveries of an Urban Dreamland is an Artistic Research Residency Program for artists, architects, designers, filmmakers, and urban scholars from across Pakistan to reimagine ideas of play based on innovative forms of creative experiences and participatory behaviours to create novel interfaces for human and non-human interactions in an urban environment. Karachi, a complex city that is already being disproportionately affected by climate change, presents an ideal context in which to explore new possibilities.

During the residency, the selected participants will investigate means to inject play into the urban environment both as an urgent source of engagement and as a means of fostering social interactions and problem-solving strategies. The artistic research residency program offers an opportunity to develop a new artistic research path together with the research teams at IoBM and Umbrellium. An open call for proposals will be announced later this month to be evaluated by an international panel of experts.

For more information, contact:
Institute of Business Management (IoBM)
Korangi Creek, Karachi, Pakistan
UAN: +92-21-111-002-004
Tel: +92-21-35090961-67
Fax: +92-21-35090968
Email: omer.iftikhar@iobm.edu.pk, mec@iobm.edu.pk
Website: https://www.iobm.edu.pk/

March 21, 2023March 22, 2023

President’s Merit Scholarship Ceremony 2021-22

Karachi, March 21, 2023 (PPI-OT): The certificate distribution event of the President’s Merit Scholarship Ceremony 2022 was held at IoBM on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. This scholarship was awarded to as many as 28 meritorious students. Undergraduate students require to secure a CGPA of 3.75 and above while graduate students need to secure a CGPA of 3.8 and above. Present on this occasion were IoBM’s Mr. Bashir Jan Mohammad, Chancellor; Mr. Talib S. Karim, President; Ms. Sabina Mohsin, Executive Director; Deans, HoDs, management, faculty, meritorious students, and their proud parents. The MC of the event was Ms. Juveria Baig, HoD, Internship and Placement Department. Ammar Shahkar Syed (BBA-H) recited the verses from the Holy Quran.

During his speech, Mr. Talib Karim shared that it is a pleasure to host this event on an annual basis that highlights the high-achieving students. He added that the majority of the meritorious students present today are girls. “We see a lot of career growth among female students who are reaching top levels in the corporate sector,” he added. He emphasized that students should acquire knowledge by cultivating a habit of reading. He urged the students to present themselves as future managers, to become confident, and to be presentable while maintaining professional decorum. President IoBM advised students to spend time with their parents instead of concentrating on social media.

During his Vote of Thanks, Mr. Bashir Jan Mohammad said that the parents of the meritorious students have worked hard to see their students succeed in life. He advised students to become job creators. Furthermore, he urged the students to dream and become the best in their chosen fields. Mr. Jan Mohammad emphasized students to be punctual, be honest, follow the rules, and to dream big. “Respect your parents, your teachers, yourself,” he added.

Meritorious students also shared about their journey at IoBM. They Ammar Shankar Sayied (BBA-H), Yameena Nasir (BS Honours-Accounting and Finance), Syeda Zahra Ali (BS-Actuarial Science and Risk Management), Karim Amin (BS-Social Entrepreneurship and Social Leadership).

March 18, 2023March 19, 2023

Ambassador G. R. Baluch’s Book “Duty to The Pen” Launched at IoBM

Karachi, March 18, 2023 (PPI-OT): The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) held a book launching ceremony for “Duty to the Pen-Reflections on International and National Issues” by Amb. G. R. Baluch on Saturday. Former Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Gulzar Ahmed was the Chief Guest. Also present was H.E Mr. Cemal Sangu, Counsel General of Turkiye in Karachi. Former CJP, Justice Gulzar Ahmed credited Ambassador G. R. Baluch for writing these articles and producing them as a book. Justice Gulzar called for the revival of the economic and foreign policies of Pakistan. “We cannot become a reckoning state. We need to attach to our values that are reflected in our policies,” he added. “We need to develop Pakistan so we can be heard in the international arena and to be counted among the community of nations.”

During his address, President IoBM, Mr. Talib Karim said that practitioners are the best teachers. He urged the youth to become readers so they may become leaders of tomorrow. He added that this is the third book published by IoBM’s faculty member. Speaking on the occasion, Chancellor IoBM, Mr. Bashir Jan Mohammad said that “Amb. Baluch’s book highlights various issues affecting Pakistan.” He added that to become a prosperous nation we should promote good governance and curb corruption. H.E Mr. Cemal Sangu congratulated Amb. Baluch. He viewed the book as an asset that will present insights among the readers. Earlier, when unveiling the book, Amb. Baluch reflected on the title.

“I believe that the pen is the mightiest tool we use to share the truth.” He was hopeful that the articles in the book can be used as a case study. The students studying international relations and those preparing for CSS can benefit from the political and military conflicts shared in the book.

Ambassador Syed Hassan Habib, Senior Fellow, IoBM highlighted that the book reflects Amb. Baluch’s hard work and his analysis of the issues explore a plethora of geopolitical issues. “His range of subjects is brilliant,” he added. Dr. Muhammad Arif, Director Research IoBM said that the book presents an analytical assessment of various international and national political issues. He added that he will encourage the scholars to use the book for further research. Dr. Sarwat Nauman, HoD, Education Department appreciated the innovative article about reimagining the HEC. The book comprises Amb. Baluch’s extensively researched-based articles.

They cover geopolitical regions including Afghanistan, India, China, the USA, Russia, and the Middle East. Global Politics and Pakistan’s National Issues are also discussed. The book reflects Amb. Baluch’s insight and acumen as a diplomat with over three decades in the Foreign Service of Pakistan. He was Pakistan’s Ambassador to Vietnam. He is currently associated with IoBM’s Global and Regional Studies Center.

March 11, 2023March 13, 2023

Dr. Imran Batada’s Book” Digital Pakistan” Launched at IoBM

Karachi, March 11, 2023 (PPI-OT): The book “Digital Pakistan” by Dr. Imran Batada was launched at the Institute of Business Management (IoBM), Karachi on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The book offers a complete digital media guideline for policymakers, industry professionals, and students to move forward, transform, and contribute to the GDP of Pakistan. Dr. Ishrat Husain, Former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan was the Chief Guest at the occasion. Mr. Fahd Haroon, Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Public Communication and Digital Platforms also attended the event. Mr. Haroon holds extensive experience in holding government offices covering a wide range of strategic, media, and public relation domains.

Dr. Imran Batada, an esteemed professional whose career spans over 20 years both locally and internationally, is currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer and Director Center for Information Technology (CIT) at IoBM. The speakers at the book launch ceremony considerably appreciated his efforts in writing the book that presents a holistic viewpoint and insights on how to best utilize digital media in Pakistan. The panellists were of the view that digital media is the future. This book will provide a roadmap for industry leaders, policymakers, and especially students and freelancers to broaden their mental horizons regarding the nature and working of digital media and how best to utilize its various elements for personal and professional growth. The book is one of the many books published by IoBM. The guests appreciated how IoBM is facilitating its faculty members in the book publishing process.

In his welcome address, Mr. Talib Karim, President, IoBM stated, “This year IoBM has launched two books. The first one was by Dr. Shahida Wizarat, launched in February. Dr. Imran Batada’s book is the second in the series. Dr. Imran has done a remarkable job in initiating IoBM to have a paperless environment. We are developing campus management software and he has successfully initiated a digital marketing diploma at IoBM primarily to facilitate freelancers. This book is a collection of his articles over many years.”

The Chief Guest, Dr. Ishrat Hussain, in his speech, expressed his views noting: “I admire his efforts in compiling his articles in the form of a book. Reading books has become a rare commodity. We have become 14-word captive readers. We should devote time to reading articles and understanding their content. Bringing articles on various subjects in one book is a commendable step. I congratulate Mr. Talib Karim for supporting this project.”

Mr. Fahd Haroon also lauded the book and said: “This work from Dr. Imran is a timely and important contribution to the ongoing discussion of digital Pakistan. Digitalization has the potential to revolutionize our business and communication while also bringing an opportunity to connect with people from all over the world. As public office holders, it is our duty to ensure digital platforms are used for constrictive activities”

While talking to the media, Dr. Imran Batada said, “The book, Digital Pakistan, emphasizes the importance of digitalization for Pakistan’s future. We need to embrace digitization, invest in our digital infrastructure, and build an ecosystem that fosters growth, innovation, and prosperity. The world is headed for a digital future, and we cannot afford to fall behind. The time has come for Pakistan to embrace digitalization and exploit it to its full potential”.

Amongst those who attended the event were renowned professionals including Ashfaque Ahmed, Head of Digital, BankIslami Pakistan Ltd., Shaukat Ali Khan, Global Chief Information Officer, Aga Khan University, Tabasum Abid, Director IT and Chief Technical Officer, Sindh Police, Hussein Hassan Ali, GM, Head IT Audit, Habib Bank Limited, Iftikhar Arif, General Manager IT and E-commerce, Muller and Phillips Pakistan; and Sohaib Hassan, Co-Founder Brand and Media Learning Hub.

February 21, 2023February 22, 2023

Panel Discussion on “The Future of AI” held at IoBM

Karachi, February 21, 2023 (PPI-OT):The Shahjahan S. Karim Incubation Center (SSKIC), IoBM, hosted a panel discussion on and The Future of Aliquots; on Saturday, February 18, 2023. The session was moderated by Mr. Burhan Allah Sayyed, HoD SSKIC, and IoBM. Invited to speak were Mr. Hameedullah Kazi, VC, Isra University; Mr. Noman Khalid, Founding Partner and COO, Love for Data; and Mr. Adnan Zaidi, Chief AI Officer at Proxima.pk, and Ph.D. candidate in AI.

The speakers shared a common consensus about ChatGPT and how it will facilitate us in completing our activities. The event brought to the fore the importance of industry-academia linkage as experts shared information among students. Mr. Noman Khalid advised students to use all tools available to enhance their learning. He shared that one needs to be a lifelong learner to acquire the skills needed to become a success in rapidly changing times.

Mr. Adnan Zaidi emphasized the need to understand the concepts and theories so that students can excel in their field of choice. While talking about learning, Mr. Hameedullah Kazi emphasized the need for students to become problem-solvers that will enhance their cognitive and creative thinking skills.

February 15, 2023February 16, 2023

Guest Speaker Session by Jibran Jamsheed, Country Education Lead, Microsoft Pakistan

Karachi, February 15, 2023 (PPI-OT):Jibran Jamshed, Country Education Lead at Microsoft Pakistan, delivered a talk on 21st Century Skills at IoBM. It was organized by IoBM’s College of Computer Science and Information Systems (CCSIS) in collaboration with IEEE, Karachi Chapter. It was held at the CBM Auditorium on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. This talk was attended by students and the faculty of CCSIS.

Jibran Jamshed is an IoBM alumni. He completed his Bachelors in Computer Science in 2003 followed by MBA in 2005. Jibran Jamshad has been associated with Microsoft since 2007 and currently he is serving as the Regional Education Lead and is also the Principal Officer for Microsoft Pakistan. Jibran has done his Masters in Software Systems Engineering from the University of Melbourne. Besides many industry certifications and awards, Jibran has been the recipient of the prestigious World Wide Circle of Excellence Award at Microsoft. He is very passionate about Digital Literacy and Skilling and is working on the same mission to empower students across the country!

During his talk, Jibran shared insights on the development and evolution of smartphone applications and their impact on individuals and businesses. He emphasized how such applications have changed the transportation, banking, and entertainment sectors. During his presentation, Jibran said that technical skills for the digital economy are in high demand. “Over 149 million tech jobs are expected to emerge by 2025 in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, AI, and machine learning,” he shared. “Learning a tech-based computer skill is a universal skill. You need to learn the basics and you can evolve on them with learning and experience,” he said. He mentioned that start-ups do not build on brick-and-mortar concepts anymore. “All you need is a business plan and a computer,” he added.

Jibran said that artificial intelligence has become a commercial technology that will have an impact on our lives. “However, operational jobs like writing a sales proposal, handling tickets, writing content and data entry, etc. will be depleted by AI,” he cautioned. He also emphasized the difference between consumptive digital capabilities and productive digital capabilities which are the main categories of how digital technologies and products impact society. Brig. Dr. Muhammad Abbas, Associate Dean, CCSIS presented the vote of thanks. He ensured that such guest speaker sessions with industry experts will continue that will provide students with insights and knowledge of industry trends.