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SZABIST University - Recreational Trip, 2023
2023-08-10
SZABIST University – Recreational Trip, 2023

In the hustle and bustle of academia, a breath of fresh air is sometimes all we need to rejuvenate our spirits. SZABIST University’s Management Sciences department organized a rejuvenating trip on August 10, 2023, to Murree, Ayubia, and Nathia Gali. This outing combined relaxation, camaraderie, and natural beauty. The journey, joined by faculty, staff, Social Sciences members, Director Ms. Waheeda Mahesar, and the SZABIST Karachi team, offered breathtaking landscapes and memorable moments. Departing from the campus, the group embraced mountain allure, fostering stronger bonds within the SZABIST community. An informal mingling of faculty, staff, and colleagues transcended departmental boundaries, creating lasting friendships.

Day 2: Hands-on workshop on Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPLS 4
2023-08-09
Day 2: Hands-on workshop on Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPLS 4

On the second day, Prof. Dr. T. Ramaya from the University of Science Malaysia trained the researchers. He taught some measurement and structural models evaluation and mediation and moderation modeling assessment and evaluation. At the end of the workshop Head of the Campus distribute the certificates among the participants and present a vote of thanks with a shied to Prof. Dr. T. Ramaya.

The Mango Party at SZABIST Islamabad
2023-08-07
The Mango Party

An event that brings together mango enthusiasts. The Head of the Department of Management Sciences organized a Mango Party to foster team spirit, relaxation, and creativity among the faculty and all the other departments. The Mango Party was a way to celebrate the diverse flavors and cultural significance of mangoes. The underlying concept of the Mango Party revolves around fostering a sense of community among attendees. The air filled with the sweet aroma of ripe mangoes, and the ambiance is enhanced with lively music, echoing the spirit of celebration. Attendees relish a variety of mango-infused delicacies of Mangoes and Mango Lassi. #ChaudaryRoyalMangofarms sponsored the events with delicious Royal White Chanusa. The Mango Party fosters a sense of fellowship by bringing together faculty and staff members who share a common love for mangoes.

A Workshop on “Turning Agile with Atlassian Jira”
2023-08-05
A hands-on training workshop “Turning Agile with Atlassian Jira”

💡💼 On August 4th, 2023, a hands-on training workshop “Turning Agile with Atlassian Jira” was conducted by Mr. Malik Aizaz Ahmad, Project Management Professional Trainer & Agile Coach from Faculty of Project Management, SZABIST-Isb.

We dove into the world of agile project management frameworks and explored how the power of Atlassian Jira can supercharge collaboration and efficiency. With a flexible approach, it equipped professionals to use Jira in their respective roles (e.g. product owner, scrum master, Dev team member) on agile teams. 👥🎯

🔄📊 Participants learned how to streamline workflows, enhance communication, and elevate teamwork to new heights. 🚀

💡 Highlights of the Workshop:

🔹 Deep dive into agile methodologies and best practices

🔹 Practical insights on implementing agile in real-world scenarios

🔹 Hands-on Jira training for optimizing project management

🔹 Strategies to foster seamless cross-functional collaboration

A huge shoutout to our enthusiastic participants for their engagement and eagerness to learn. 🤝🌟

Stay tuned for more knowledge-packed sessions to enhance your professional toolkit!

Session on "Everything about the Problem Statement."
2023-07-27
Dr. Ahmed Ali Qureshi, with the experts, Dr. Shazia Akhtar, HoD, MS, Dr. Muhammad Zeb Khan, Program Manager, MSPM, and Dr. Fatima Ashraf, faculty member moderated the session.

The experts shared invaluable insights on crafting clear and concise problem statements, identifying key challenges and objectives in research, and aligning research goals with a strong problem statement. The knowledge shared during the 40-minute session was both inspiring and practical.

The event was a testament to the thirst for knowledge and the passion for problem-solving that drives us all forward.

Stay tuned for more amazing events under the Research Series! We have a lineup of fascinating topics and expert speakers ready to empower you with new knowledge and skills. Whether you’re a student, a seasoned researcher, or simply curious about expanding your horizons, our upcoming sessions will have something exciting for everyone.

Thank you once again to everyone who made this event a memorable one. Your support and enthusiasm motivate us to continue delivering valuable content and fostering a vibrant research community at SZABIST Islamabad.

MOU between SZABIST Islamabad and iConsult – June 23, 2023
2023-06-23
MOU between SZABIST Islamabad and iConsult – June 23, 2023

iConsult and SZABIST Islamabad Partner to Empower Sindh’s Youth in Digital Skills and E-Commerce Technologies

iConsult and the renowned Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) Islamabad joined forces in a momentous Joint Venture Agreement on June 23, 2023. This aims to train and employ 1500 young individuals from Sindh in digital skills and e-commerce technologies under the Youth Education, Employment & Empowerment Project (YEEEP) in Sindh. The memorandum signing between Mr. Shahid Ahmed Khan, Senior Partner of iConsult, and Mr. Khusro Pervaiz, Head of Campus at SZABIST Islamabad. It sets the stage for a transformative collaboration. Together, they are dedicated to equipping Sindh’s youth with the necessary tools to thrive in the digital era. The YEEEP initiative will provide comprehensive training in Android/iOS app development, JAVA programming, web app development, social media marketing, and more. This groundbreaking partnership bridges the digital divide and empowers young individuals with in-demand skills for success. The signing event concluded with a group photo. This partnership represents a pivotal moment in youth education, employment, and empowerment, setting the stage for a brighter future for Sindh’s youth.

Seminar on " SDGs: Leveraging CSR to attain SDGs
2023-05-31
Seminar on ” SDGs: Leveraging CSR to attain SDGs

Recent Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) map out a global vision for a better world, therefore conscientious organizations have stepped up to contribute to sustainable development. However, without considering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the impression of sustainable development remains deficient. Having felt the need of time the Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad arranged a seminar on “SDGs Leveraging CSR to attain SDGs” on Wednesday 31st of May, 2023 for students of Strategic Management MBA 36 and MBA 72.
The Management, faculty, and students thank Fahad Rehman and Khayyam Siddiqi from Jazz’s Corporate Communication & Sustainability team for delivering an insightful session. The audience found the presentation on global best practices for sustainability and reputation management exciting and valuable.

Mr. Aaqib Javed Specialist RAN Optimization Jazz coordinated the session and Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor at the Department of Management Sciences, SZABIST Islamabad organized the event.

MOU between SZABIST Islamabad and Fauji Foundation
2023-05-29
MOU between SZABIST Islamabad and Fauji Foundation

On May 29th, 2023, SZABIST Islamabad and Fauji Foundation jointly signed an MoU to conduct recruitment campaigns for Fauji Foundation Oversee Program. The primary objective of this collaboration is to generate employment opportunities, with a specific focus on the IT sector. This is for both alumni and referred candidates. The signing of a memorandum between Col Zaigham Khan , Senior Program Manager at Fauji Foundation, and Mr. Khusro Pervaiz, Head of Campus. This indicates a formal agreement or understanding between the two parties. The signing event concluded with a group photo. It symbolizes the commitment of both institutions to cooperation, benefiting the candidates’ careers. It will be fostering a stronger relationship between SZABIST Islamabad and Fauji Foundation.

Webinar on Mendeley Reference Manager
2023-05-29
Webinar on Mendeley Reference Manager
The Webinar on Mendeley Reference Manager helped the students to understand the to download and install Mendeley reference manager and to integrate the Mendeley plugin with Microsoft Word. Dr. Hassan Zada arranged the event.
It familiarized the students with the interface of Mendeley. Students learned how to cite a research paper using Mendeley plugin in Microsoft Word and prepare a reference list. It further helps the students how to converge one style of referencing into another style through a single click in Microsoft Word.
Dr. Hassan Zada is in the faculty of the Management Sciences department of SZABIST Islamabad Campus. Along with Mendeley Reference Manager, He has expertise in much econometric software like SPSS, Eviews, Stata, python, Rstudio, Latex, and Matlab. He will cover the following outline in his lecture:
• How to download and Install Mendeley Reference Manager for Desktop
• How to plugin Mendeley Reference Manager with Microsoft Word.
• How to cite single and multiple authors and prepare a reference list in APA format
• Application of GMM
• Interpretation of GMM estimated results
• Reporting of GMM results in APA format

Industrial visit to the 5th Extension Hydel Power Project of Tarbela Dam
2023-05-28
Industrial visit to the 5th Extension Hydel Power Project of Tarbela Dam

Faculty of Management Sciences, SZABIST, Islamabad aims to provide the students with real-time exposure besides traditional learning. In continuing to this an industrial trip was arranged for the students of MPM and MSPM to Tarbela Dam (5th Extension Hydel Power Project) in the Swabi district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 28 May 2023. Project Director Mr. Javed Iqbal and his team brief the students regarding existing spillways and powerhouses and then explain the construction of the 5th extension. He explicates how the existing setup helps the nation with irrigation, power generation, and flood control. Furthermore, they added the challenges faced during the construction of the project and shed light on the mitigation strategies to handle the dynamic situations. Dr. Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz thanks the entire team for their time and arrangements.

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Visit to National Incubation Center (NIC), Islamabad
2023-05-26
Visit to National Incubation Center (NIC), Islamabad

Students visited National Incubation Center (NIC) in Islamabad. This visit offered a great opportunity to learn about and acquire insight into the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. Students interacted with entrepreneurs and mentors who are actively participating in the incubation process and learned about the various stages of starting and expanding a firm during this visit.

Dr. Saqlain Raza was the organizer of the event.

Cultural Day at SZABIST Islamabad
2023-05-26
Cultural Day at SZABIST Islamabad

SZABIST celebrated the rich tapestry of diverse cultures at a grand Cultural Day event! on the 24th of May under the supervision of maam Uzma Shahryar with both the sections BBA 1 A and BSAF enjoyed a mesmerizing day filled with vibrant traditions, performances, and captivating displays of art, music, dance, and cuisine from around Pakistan.

They Immerse themselves in a kaleidoscope of colors, tastes, and rhythms as we showcase the beauty and unity that arises from embracing our differences. From mesmerizing folk dances to soul-stirring musical performances, this celebration promises an unforgettable experience that will leave everyone inspired and enriched.

Entrepreneurial Safari to HUM News
2023-05-26
Entrepreneurial Safari to HUM News

The Department of “Management Sciences” organized an entrepreneurial safari educational trip on 26th May 2023 for the students of BBA-5. They visited “Media Management” to the headquarters of “HUM News” news channel in sector G-6 Aabpara, Islamabad. The students visited them with their instructor Mr. Syed Shahwar Hussain. The educational trip was to provide a platform for our business students to gain a deep understanding of media startups. Also, electronic media, planning, operation, execution, and management of their news content.
The trip was arranged courtesy of Mr.Saad Qureshi. The team briefed about the working of different media organizations, regulatory affairs, and the changing dynamics of media trends along with the question and answer session.

E-Gaming Competition
2023-05-25 08:00 - 2023-05-27 17:00 (Asia/Karachi)
E-Gaming Competition

We’re thrilled to announce that for the first time in the history of SZABIST, Islamabad, an incredible E-Gaming event took place. Our Gaming Society organized it.

This electrifying event brought together over 60 participants from universities, colleges, and professional gamers to showcase their skills and passion for gaming.

Participants battled it out in three thrilling games: Call of Duty (COD), FIFA, and Tekken 7. The competition was fierce, and the level of talent displayed was truly remarkable!

We are proud to congratulate the winners who not only claimed victory and honored with well-deserved trophies, shields, and exciting prize money!

Entrepreneurial Safari to English Biscuits Manufacturers (Peek Freans) -Hattar
2023-05-24 08:00 - 17:00
Entrepreneurial Safari to English Biscuits Manufacturers (Peek Freans) -Hattar

The department of “Management Sciences” organized an entrepreneurial safari educational trip on 24th May 2023 for the students of BBA-8 to the English Biscuits Manufacturer factory in Hattar.

The students visited it with the instructor Mr. Syed Shahwar Hussain. The educational trip was to provide a platform for our business students to gain a deep understanding of the FMCGs, Also, planning, operations, execution, and management of their brand. They also showed how they manage their brand w.r.t marketing, sales, operations, demand, forecasting, distribution, supply chain, and finances.

Mr. Imran Khan, Head of Manufacturing at EBM organized the session. The team briefed about the working of different departments, operations, regulatory affairs, the changing dynamics and trends of the market along with the question and answer session.

Seminar on Python Entrepreneurs Express
2023-05-24
Seminar on Python Entrepreneurs Express

The SZABIST Research Center under the Faculty of Management Sciences, SZABIST Islamabad campus organized Python Entrepreneurs Express seminar on May 24, 2023. The main objective of this experiential activity was to foster entrepreneurial spirit and encourage unique idea generation. The students of BBA 7A & BS-AF 8A presented their unique ideas and external evaluators appreciated their efforts.

Dr. Saqlain Raza organized the event.

Seminar on “Corporate Strategies toward Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges”
2023-05-24
Seminar on “Corporate Strategies toward Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges”

In recent due to increased innovation and technology the sustainability challenges are getting complex and confused globally. Despite the attempts by government and businesses the progress toward sustainability is still weak and there is a need to explore and investigate the ways to approach sustainability.
In order to build the awareness of Research Students of MBA, MS & PhD, the Research Center (SIG- HR) under Faculty of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad arranged a seminar on “Corporate Strategies toward Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges” on Wednesday 24 th May 2024. Dr. Moin Uddin, PhD, PMP Corporate Director of Human Resources & Organization Development at Tourism Promotion Services (Pakistan) Limited with decades of experience in strategy building shared his views on acquisition opportunities for sustainable businesses. Students and faculty showed a great interest in the session.
Dr Iffat Rasool Associate Professor Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad organized this event.

Experiential Learning and Exposure
2023-05-23 08:00 - 17:00
“Whatever the Mind of a Human Being Can Conceive and Believe; It Can Achieve”.

Experiential Learning and exposure are very important for students’ growth, motivation, and development. Dr. Muhammad Shafiq, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences SZABIST, Islamabad campus; organized an industrial visit to SCT International for BSAF, Management Information Systems students on 23rd May, 2023.

SCT is a technology company, providing telecom and software services to many international and local organizations. Mr. Adil, the HR manager of the company received the students. Miss Farwa, the marketing manager briefed students about the organization, its vision, mission, and roadmap. The main focus of the learning was to explore the Enterprise Resource Plan (ERP) of the SCT, which is used for HRM, Asset Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Project Management. Mr. Umar, the IT manager demonstrated the ERP.

Students participated with zeal and zest as they asked many intriguing queries. Later on, the students mingled with the technical staff of the organization and asked many questions about ERP, Web 3, and blockchain technology.

In the end, a group photo was taken, and Dr. Shafiq thanked the SCT management for the very insightful visit.

Social Awareness Week
2023-05-22 08:00 - 2023-05-27 17:00
Social Awareness Week

Social Awareness Week was Organized from 22 to 27th May 2023 by Social Sciences Students. BSSS-3 Social Psychology students. Under the mentorship of Ms. Aliya Abdul Hayee (Assistant Professor of Psychology), organized various awareness activities. Including awareness desks, visits to schools, community awareness, social media pages, seminars, videos to reach and aware the audience of socio-psychological problems associated with their cause.

The very positive response from the community encouraged a sense of satisfaction and encouragement on the part of all stakeholders. Students loved the whole learning process and community work.

A visit to Pakistan Sweet Homes Islamabad
2023-05-22 08:00 - 17:00
A visit to Pakistan Sweet Homes Islamabad

The Society of Social Responsibility SZABIST Islamabad arranged the visit to Pakistan Sweet Homes Islamabad on Saturday 20th May 2023 for the class of BBA 6-A Social Advocacy and Community Services. The main objective was to educate students through experiential learning about the functions of community organizations and to develop love and care for the underprivileged.

The visit to Pakistan Sweet Homes Islamabad appeared to be a source of learning for students. The staff of Pakistan Sweet Homes showed the students the facilities provided at the center and shared the vision and mission of the organization. They also explained in detail how the management of Pakistan Sweet Homes Islamabad is providing world-class education and lifestyle to underprivileged orphans.

SZABIST Social Sciences Fiesta & Farewell Ceremony Spring 2023
2023-05-22
SZABIST Social Sciences Fiesta & Farewell Ceremony Spring 2023

The students of the SZABIST Islamabad campus hosted Social Sciences Fiesta on the 22nd of May 2023 to bid farewell to their seniors. The event was organized by SZABIST Social Sciences Society under the supervision of Dr. Wajid Hussain and Ms. Sana Mukhtar. The event was memorable by cultural performances and Sufi Kalams.

During the farewell, interactions between the seniors and the juniors reflected the passing of the torch and the exchange of wisdom and experiences. The seniors shared their guidance and advice with their junior counterparts. Juniors expressed gratitude and respect for the knowledge and mentorship received. The juniors also gave interesting titles to their outgoing seniors, adding to the fun and excitement of the evening.

The outgoing students also had the opportunity to connect and learn from the faculty and their peers.

Workshop on SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences)
2023-05-22
Workshop on SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences)

An engaging and informative workshop on SPSS conducted by Dr. Hassan Raza, with enthusiastic participation from MBA students. The workshop aimed to enhance the students’ data analysis skills and provide them with a comprehensive understanding of SPSS. The topics covered in the workshop included univariate analysis, bivariate analysis, multivariate analysis methodology i.e. regression analysis.

Professional Development Week
2023-05-22
Professional Development Week

Professional development programs are considered a prerequisite for the dynamic acquisition of skills, knowledge, and mindset for graduating students. Also, to realize their strengths and potential before entering into their professional life. The main objective of these professional development programs is to bring together experts from industry and skill specialists to help the graduating students in achieving their future goals. Considering the importance of professional development for the future success of graduating students of BBA and MBA, the Department of Management Sciences SZABIST Islamabad arranged the professional development training week from 2nd May 2023 to 6th May 2023. The objective was to develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset; Workplace Ethics and Communication; Professional Behavior & Ethics; Emotional Intelligent; CV writing and Mock Interviews. Dr. Iffat Rasool Associate Professor in collaboration with EDC organized the event.

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.
