SZABIST University Islamabad

Mock Interviews
2023-05-22
Mock Interviews

The mock interviews session was organized for BBA and MBA-evening programs on 22nd May, 2023. Dr Samina Karim (Manager organization development-Mobilink Microfinance Bank) was the guess speaker. She guided the students with her diverse experience.

Guest lecture “How to prepare for PMP Certification"
2023-05-21
Guest lecture “How to prepare for PMP Certification”

MPM and MSPM programs of SZABIST, Islamabad aim to train the students for the contemporary competitive project management environment. In pursuance of this, a Guest Speaker session organized on 21 May 2023 at 01:30 PM in the auditorium with the title “How to prepare for PMP Certification” for the students of MPM and MSPM. Mr. Muhammad Kashif Siddiqui (CGEIT, COBIT, PMP, CISA, PMP trainer for more than a decade) graced the occasion the explained the PMP certification, its requirements, scope, and essential aspect for success. Dr. Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz made all the necessary arrangements and moderated the session.

International Webinar on Technical Writing Tips for Research Students
2023-05-20
International Webinar on Technical Writing Tips for Research Students

The SZABIST Research Center under the Faculty of Management Sciences, SZABIST, Islamabad aims to enrich the faculty and research students with contemporary research techniques. In continuation of this, an International Webinar entitle “Technical Writing Tips for Research Students” was organized on 20 May 2023 at 06:30 PM. Senior Lecturer Ts. Dr. Umol Syamsyul Rakiman (University Technology Mara Malaysia) graced the occasion and explain the writing steps for the literature review. Additionally, he also shed light on academic writing techniques. Dr. Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz moderated the session.

Guest lecture “The Role of Digital Supply Chain in Project Success"
2023-05-19
Guest lecture “The Role of Digital Supply Chain in Project Success”

Supply Chain plays a vital role in the success of any project when it is the time for digitalization, especially after COVID-19 the new normal is not possible without digital transformation. MPM program of SZABIST, Islamabad aims to equip the students with contemporary project management techniques to deal with challenging situations. In pursuance of this, a Guest Speaker session was arranged on 19 May 2023 for the students of MSPM. Mr. Muhammad Kashif Siddiqui (Senior Vice-President Khushali Microfinance Bank) graced the occasion. He explained how project success can be attained through the digital supply chain. Dr. Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz makes all the necessary arrangements and moderated the session.

BBA Experiential Learning Activity (Visit to Fauji Cement Company Limited)
2023-05-17
BBA Experiential Learning Activity (Visit to Fauji Cement Company Limited)

Department of Management Sciences organized an Industrial Tour for students of BBA 7 & 8 (Marketing / Supply Chain Management) to Fauji Cement Company Limited on 17th May 2023. Mr. Naveed Cheema (HOD – Safety) & Mr. Shujjat Ali Khan (Asst. Manager – Safety) along with the Management of Fauji Cement Company Limited warmly welcomed students and gave an introduction of Fauji Cement. They briefed students on the end-to-end operations cycle along with Supply Chain, Quality & Logistics strategies adopted by Fauji Cement. Later, the students visited production units, the quality control laboratory, and the central control room. Visit intended to emphasize the importance of knowledge sharing between Academia & Industry and was highly appreciated by Dr. Muhammad Asif Khan (Dean & HOD Management Sciences) and Dr. Shumaila Zeb (Program Manager BBA). The visit was conducted under the supervision of course instructor Mr. Omer Ijaz.

A visit to Pakistan Housing Expo
2023-05-17
A visit to Pakistan Housing Expo

MS Project Management scholars of the SZABIST Islamabad campus visited Pakistan Housing Expo. Dr. Muhammad Shafiq, Assistant Professor Management Sciences Department was supervising the visit. Students visited stalls to learn about all the projects. Students were then divided into different groups to discuss in detail the specific projects. Specifically, their earned value management, uncertainties, and adaptability were discussed. Students also developed their reports on the allocated projects. Prof. Dr. Zeb Khan Program Manager MS Project Management, also attended the event. Students’ feedback was excellent as there was an abundance of knowledge and expertise available to learn and apply in the field.

These activities are necessary to develop students’ horizons for the practical field. These are the hallmark of the project management programs at the SZABIST Islamabad.

A visit to National Assembly and Senate
2023-05-17
A visit to National Assembly and Senate

The students of BBA-8 visited the National Assembly and Senate on Wed, 17 May 2023. Staff at Parliament House received the delegation warmly and enthusiastically. The visit to Assembly and Senate was to witness the working of this noble house. Students visited both of the buildings. The respective authorities briefed them about the historic significance of the Parliament and Senate in legislation and other law-making including economy, defense, and foreign affairs along with a documentary. The students were shown the government and opposition benches. They also visited the historical Museum at Parliament House.

Overall, It was a very conducive visit.

Experiential Learning Activity
2023-05-17
Experiential Learning Activity
The MBA program of SZABIST Islamabad aims to equip students with real industrial exposure besides formal knowledge. In continuation, a guest session was organized on the 14th of May 2023. The guest speaker Mr. Hafiz Kashif Saleem (Director of Supply Chain in Abudawood) graced the occasion and teach the student about the latest Supply Chain practices and how these practices are helping in real life. Mr. Haroon Malik moderates the session and Dr. Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz makes all the necessary arrangements.

Experiential Learning Activity
2023-05-13
Experiential Learning Activity

The experiential learning activity aims to create academic Industry linkages so that the latest innovation and knowledge transfer can help students learn the practical side of things which will ultimately help them in their professional life.

In continuation of the experiential learning sessions Mr. Nabeel Ahmed, CEO of Melior ITS visited the SZABIST Islamabad campus and engaged in a thoughtful discussion with students on Artificial Intelligence and the changing business landscape. He shared various case studies where he explained how Artificial Intelligence can transform the industry by automation of tasks, utilizing data-driven insights, and taking informed decisions. Students actively participated in the event and learned various aspects of Artificial Intelligence and its practical applications.

Edhi Foundation Visit
2023-05-10
Edhi Foundation Visit

Students of MBA 36 (D) visited Edhi Orphanage on May 10, 2023, under the supervision of Ms. Uzma Shehryar where the experience of spending time with the children at the Edhi Center and providing them with a small token of our appreciation was exceptionally fulfilling. Witnessing the children’s happiness and contentment reinforced the significance of community service and its potential impact on the lives of those in need and also for us to appreciate the little things in life and be grateful for what we are blessed with.

Job Fair 2023
2023-05-09
SZABIST Islamabad’s Job Fair held on May 9, 2023, was a grand success, with 63 renowned companies from diverse sectors participating, including telecom, media, tech, marketing, finance, and Multinational Corporations. This provided students with a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore career paths and seek job opportunities.
The event commenced with an inaugural session where Mr. Ejaz Ahmed Qadri, an accomplished entrepreneur and architect serving as the Managing Partner and Principal Architect at Qadri Associates, shared his valuable insights on ‘the idea of success’ with the students. Additionally, a Job Fair Forum was organized, featuring a panel of three industry experts who provided valuable counseling to the students. These professionals included Mr. Amees Ahmed (Group EVP Marketing (DFS) at Ufone), Mr. Naveed Aziz (Governance Adviser for the British High Commission, UK.), and Mr. Adil Omar (Performance & Improvement Manager at Ericsson – Middle East & Africa).
The SZABIST Islamabad Job Fair was a game-changer in the career development space. It provided a platform for students to explore different career paths and connect with industry leaders, learning from their experiences. The event was a resounding success, with many students taking part and seeking out job opportunities. Overall, it was an excellent opportunity for students to gain insight into various industries and for companies to connect with talented candidates.

Mock Interview Session
2023-05-06
Mock Interview Session
Department of Management Science SZABIST Islamabad organized an activity of mock interview for the graduating students of business administration on Saturday May 6th, 2023. The objective of conducting mock interview was to give an opportunity to graduates to practice what to say and do during an interview and get feedback. A mock interview mirrors an actual job interview, whether it’s face-to-face, online, or through a webcam. Business Executives, CEOs and professional psychologists were assembled for preparation. Dr. Iffat Rasool and Mr. Syed Shahwar Hussain coordinated the session.

Qawali Night 2023 - SZABIST Islamabad
2023-05-06
Qawali Night 2023 – SZABIST Islamabad

The students of the SZABIST Islamabad campus hosted a Farewell Party on the 6th of May 2023 to bid farewell to their seniors who were leaving. The event was organized by SZABIST Social Sciences Society, SZABIST Curtain Society, SZABIST Literary Union, and SZABIST Dramatic Society under the supervision of Dr. Wajid Hussain, Mr. Naveed Ullah Hashmi, and Ms. Sana Mukhtar.

The Farewell Party was made memorable by cultural performances, Sufi Kalam, and a Qawwali.

As the students bonded over their meal, they also had the opportunity to connect and learn from the faculty and their peers. The juniors gave interesting titles to their outgoing seniors, adding to the fun and excitement of the evening.

The program concluded with a spiritual ambiance, created by the Qawali.

Seminar on “Professional Behavior & Ethics”
2023-05-02
Seminar on “Professional Behavior & Ethics”

SZABIST Islamabad has always a great interest in inculcating professional and ethical behavior among the students as they perform their duties as business professionals and leaders in society. Further, providing such type of training on professional ethics also direct the students on how as professionals they should act towards their stakeholders in the businesses and society.

Keeping in view the need for time and the importance of business ethics a seminar on “Professional Behavior & Ethics” was conducted on Tuesday 2nd May 2023 at SZABIST Islamabad Campus for the graduating students of BBA 8 B and BSAF 8 Spring 2023

Ms Zainab Satti, country Manager of Darvis Pakistan addressed the importance of professional ethical behavior and involved the students in activities that help improve their behavior as potential future professionals.

The Executive Development Center (EDC) and the Department of Management Sciences jointly organized the seminar and Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor SZABIST Islamabad moderated it.

Seminar on “Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset''
2023-05-02
Seminar on “Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset”
The seminar on “Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset” took place on Tuesday 2nd May 2023 at SZABIST Islamabad Campus. The main objective of the activity was to cultivate entrepreneurial skills among the graduating students of the Department of Business Administration and help them to develop the necessary skills to start and operate their business ventures in the future.
Mr. Shabbar Khawaja an Entrepreneur, trainer, and business Analyst shared his entrepreneurial experience and guided the students on how to undertake uncertainty while taking up new ventures.
Dr. Shumaila Zeb, Associate Professor and Program Manager Business Administration Department BBA Level thanked the guest speaker and presented him the shield. The Executive Development Center (EDC) and the Department of Management Sciences jointly organized this session and Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor SZABIST Islamabad was the moderator of it.

Workshop on “Workplace Ethics and Communication”
2023-05-02
Workshop on “Workplace Ethics and Communication”

Ethical communication in the workplace has a wider impact on stakeholders. It enhances human worth and dignity of professional for self and others. Having the need of building such ethical behavior among future business professionals, a workshop on “Workplace Ethics and Communication” was held on Tuesday 2nd May 2023 at SZABIST Islamabad Campus for the graduating students of the Department of business administration Spring 2023.

Mr. Ali Sheikh communications coach, communications trainer, and consultant with a decade of experience in experiential and digital marketing in the telecom and development sector at the national and internal level guided the graduating students in controlling and managing their behavior as future business professionals. He further trained them for impactful ethical communication skills required both internally and externally at different levels of jobs.

The session was joined by the production of the Executive Development Center (EDC) and the Department of Management Sciences and was moderated by Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor SZABIST Islamabad.

A Debate Competition
2023-04-30
A Debate Competition

SZABIST Islamabad strongly believes that a healthy mind consists of a healthy body. That’s why Szabist Islamabad always tries to make its students into healthy activities which promote innovative thinking and help students to build links.

On 30th of April 2023, Szabist Islamabad held a prestigious debate competition which was performed under the supervision of Ma’am Uzma Shahryar. The students of BSAF-2A and BBA 1 A had to respectively compete against each other countering the Social Issues of Pakistan. Respective judges also joined us in this event and the students were ranked with positions accordingly and awarded certificates.

The students gained knowledge on various topics and the event went very well and knowledgeable.

A Visit to “Step & Cure” an NGO for the Educational and Rehabilitation Center
2023-04-22
A Visit to “Step & Cure” an NGO for the Educational and Rehabilitation Center

Almost above 240 million children are living with a disability. Children with disabilities have the same rights as all other children in the world to nurturing through attentive care, encouragement in education, adequate nutrition, and social protection, including in humanitarian situations. However, the countries like Pakistan facing several economic and societal crises cannot stand alone to support these children. Therefore, several nonprofit organizations are a ray of hope not only for these children but also for the state of Pakistan.

Considering social responsibility an integral part of education, the SZABIST Islamabad enables the students to understand their responsibility toward society by engaging them in community work and visits to different organizations. Following this tradition, the students of BBA 6 A visited the “Step & Cure” an NGO for educational and rehabilitation centers on Eid night and donated to the children. Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor at the Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad was the organizer of the visit.

Community Work with Red Crescent Society
2023-04-18
“On April 18th, 2023, students of “Community Services” from BSSS 1 visited the Pakistan Red Crescent Society. During the visit, Mr. Adnan, a representative of the Volunteer Program, provided a detailed orientation on the history, goals, and ongoing programs of the PRCS.”

Seminar on “Writing a Proposal for Social Advocacy Project”
2023-04-17
Seminar on “Writing a Proposal for Social Advocacy Project”

Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad conducted a seminar on writing a proposal for a social advocacy project for BBA-6 A, B, and C students. The activity was held on Thursday 16th March 2023.

The guest speaker Dr. Asfandyar Khan environmentalist, Head of Programs, Global Educational, Economic and Social Empowerment (GEESE) shared the techniques for writing proposals for Community Services and Social Advocacy projects. To provide insight into the Project proposal development and management related to community services and enable the students to develop community services initiatives for the diverse and vulnerable segments of society was the main objective.

Mr. Asfandyar Khan, Ms. Sana Mukhtar, and Dr. Iffat Rasool organized this session.

Workshop on "Master Data Visualization and Analysis Using Tableau"
2023-04-15
Workshop on “Master Data Visualization and Analysis Using Tableau”

A hands-on workshop took place for the students of BBA-7A – software tools for business, entitled “Master Data Visualization and Analysis Using Tableau”. The workshop featured Mr. Ayaz Ahmad, an experienced data manager at epic games, who provided expert guidance to the participants.
As an expert in the field for over a decade, Mr. Ayaz Ahmad was the ideal candidate to lead the workshop. He provided valuable insights and practical tips to the students. Muhammad Ali Khan organized this workshop, ensuring that the students were able to gain a thorough understanding of Tableau, a popular tool used for data visualization and analysis.

Overall, the workshop proved to be a valuable learning experience for the students. They gained hands-on experience with Tableau and learned how to effectively analyze and visualize data. With the guidance of Mr. Ayaz Ahmad and the support of Muhammad Ali Khan, the workshop was a great success and left a lasting impact on the students.

Social Advocacy and Community Services visited the "Safe City Project Islamabad
2023-04-13
On April 13th, 2023, a group of students from the BBA 6B program in Social Advocacy and Community Services visited the “Safe City Project Islamabad.” During the visit, CPO Shohaib Khurram gave a briefing to the students about the project’s objectives and responsibilities. Ms. Sana Mukhtar was the main organizer.

Webinar: "Enlightenment and Economic Change"
2023-04-08
Webinar: “Enlightenment and Economic Change”
SZABIST Social Sciences Society conducted an online session on “Enlightenment and Economic Change” for the students of the social sciences department. This session was held on 8th April 2023 at SZABIST Islamabad.
The guest speaker, Syed Muhammad Usman Masood, spoke on the mechanics of economic growth and technological progress. He focused, especially, on how the Enlightenment affected the economy through our attitude toward technology and the role it should play in human affairs, and the contribution by institutions in economic transition.
Syed Muhammad Usman Masood is an economist and a writer. He is a faculty member of the Department of social sciences at SZABIST, Islamabad, and is pursuing his Ph.D. at Ibn Haldun University, Istanbul, Turkey.

World Health Day Celebration
2023-04-07
World Health Day Celebration 🌎

We are from Szabist University Islamabad campus BBA 1A

students, we whole class participated in today’s event which

was held under the supervision of Uzma Shehryar.

World Health Organization celebrates global health day every

year on 7th April worldwide to create awareness on the

benefits of being healthy. On this day numerous programs

and arrangements are curated by the World Health

Organization. World Health Day was the first time celebrated

worldwide in the year 1950. We enjoyed ourselves a lot and shared our

work with our university students as well as spread

awareness of the World Health Organisation ( WHO) through

displaying the work which we made in our class and we

explained to students what is World Health Day and it’s

importance and then we took photographs, we had fun

activity in our University.

• W.H.O’s mission is to promote health, keep the world safe and

serve the vulnerable, with measurable impact on people at the

country level.

• It works to improve access to essential medicines and health

products.

• train the health workforce and advise on labor policies.

• It focuses on women, and children’s health all over the world.

Creative Writing Competition
2023-04-04
Creative Writing Competition

A creative writing completion was held between BBA 2 A English Writing Skills and BSAF 2 English Comprehension on Tuesday 4th April 2023. Students worked on issues addressed in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to transform the world. The objective of conducting the competition was an attempt to get at the truth about humanity and social issues in Pakistan and build the confidence among students to improve their thinking process and English writing skills required for their future endeavors.

The activity was organized by Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor and Ms. Farah Khawaja visiting faculty at SZABIST Islamabad Campus.

Seminar on Writing Research Proposal
2023-04-01
Seminar on Writing Research Proposal

SZABIST Research Center of Department of Management Sciences, SZABIST Islamabad SIG- HR arranged the seminar on Writing Research Proposal on Saturday 1st April 2023 for research students. Dr. Hina Shahab Head of Department of Department of Management Sciences NUML Islamabad introduced the practice skills of academic writing as overall objectives, problem statements, finding gaps, building hypothesis, justification, and methodology. The session was organized by Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor at SZABIST Islamabad Campus.

Workshop on LaTeX at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics
2023-03-29
Workshop on LaTeX at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

Dr. Hassan Raza, conducted an outstanding workshop on LaTeX at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE Islamabad). His expertise and knowledge on the subject were truly impressive, and he effectively conveyed the features and functions of LaTeX to the students. It was great to see the students engaged and eager to learn from one of our faculty members, and we’re proud to have such a talented individual on our team.

LaTeX is a tool that can greatly benefit students, especially those working on their thesis. We believe that our faculty members’ involvement in such workshops not only benefits our students but also reflects the quality of education and the expertise we offer at SZABIST.

Overall, it was a great workshop, and we’re grateful to Dr. Hassan Raza for conducting it and the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics for hosting it. We look forward to future collaborations and opportunities to continue to support our students’ academic growth and success.

Seminar on Burn Calories not Cigarettes
2023-03-22
Seminar on Burn Calories not Cigarettes

SZABIST Islamabad has a tradition of arranging activities for creating awareness among the youth for character-building and health issues. Taking care of its social responsibility Society of SZABIST in collaboration with the Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad organized a seminar for the students of BBA 6 Social Advocacy and Community Development on “Burn Calories, not Cigarettes” on Tuesday 21 March 2023.

The guest speaker Dr. Humaira Naz Altaf Associate Consultant and Professor at Shifa International Hospital and Shifa College of Medicine shared with the students the negative consequences of smoking and advised them the tips for living a healthy life.

Dr. Iffat Rasool (Associate Professor) and Ms. Farah Khawaja (visiting Faculty) were the organizers of the seminar.

NTU-Interloop All Pakistan Business Plan Competition
2023-03-21 08:00 - 2023-03-22 17:00 (Asia/Karachi)
NTU-Interloop All Pakistan Business Plan Competition

BSAF SZABIST Islamabad students participated in the NTU-Interloop All Pakistan Business Plan Competition, held at the National Textile University Faisalabad on March 13-14, 2023. The event was organized by the NTU Entrepreneurship Society of Faisalabad Business School, in collaboration with Interloop Ltd, and was supervised by Dr. Arusa Khalid, Assistant Professor of Management Sciences.

This competition was a fantastic platform for students from more than forty universities across Pakistan, including SZABIST Islamabad, IBA Karachi, IBA Sakhur, NAMAL Mianwali, Kohat University of Science and Technology, IIU Islamabad, Quaid e Azam University Islamabad, GUCW Lahore, UMT Lahore, and UCP Lahore, to showcase their innovative entrepreneurial ideas and initiate their own startups.

Our BSAF SZABIST Islamabad students gained valuable experience and learning from this event, and we’re proud of their efforts and enthusiasm. The competition aimed not only to provide a meaningful learning experience for students but also to strengthen Pakistan’s economy through innovative ideas.

We’re proud of our students’ achievements and participation in this event, and we look forward to supporting them in their entrepreneurial pursuits.

Alumni Reunion 2023
2023-03-18
Alumni Reunion 2023

Executive Development Center (EDC) organized an incredible Alumni Reunion on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 at SZABIST, Islamabad!

The event was a huge success, bringing together alumni from all over to reconnect with their alma mater and each other. It was a good opportunity for them to reflect on their past journey at the university and look forward to their bright futures as professionals and role models in society. The Reunion was filled with so much energy, pride, friendship, and loyalty. It truly reminded everyone of the lasting bonds they formed at SZABIST.

We’re also excited to share that the SZABIST Alumni Global Association (SAGA) was officially launched during the occasion under the guidance of the Head of Campus, Mr. Khusro Pervaiz Khan.

Thanks to everyone who made this event such a memorable one. We can’t wait to see you all again at the next reunion!
