IBA ORIC

The ORIC at IBA Karachi is organizing a session on 𝐴𝑢𝑡𝘩𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 & 𝑃𝑢𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑠𝘩𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎 𝐵𝑜𝑜𝑘 𝐶𝘩𝑎𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑟.

The session will feature Dr. Rameez Khalid, PhD, an Associate Professor at the School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, and Hasan Bawany (final-year student and co-author of the book chapter 𝑁𝐹𝑇𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑇𝘩𝑒𝑖𝑟 𝐶𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑇𝑒𝑐𝘩𝑛𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑔𝑖𝑒𝑠), who will share their insights and experiences on the process of authorship and publication.

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM
𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞: MCS 5, Aman CED, IBA Karachi

The flyer is attached for reference. Those interested in attending the session are requested to fill out the registration form at their earliest convenience: https://forms.gle/4teoJ6CnAUeaLAmG9

We look forward to your participation!

IBA Karachi’s ORIC successfully concluded the three-day ‘Tapal Leadership Excellence Program - LEAP’ in collaboration with Tapal Tea this week.

Led by IBA Faculty Mr. Atif Murtaza and Dr. Nyla Aleem Ansari, the program empowered 28 participants, including top leadership and management from Tapal.

The CEO of Tapal, Mr. Samar Hayat Khan, delivered an inspiring keynote, while IBA Registrar, Dr. Asad Ilyas, delivered the closing remarks.

IBA-ORIC, under its IBA Access initiative, continues to offer top-tier consultancy services to corporate clients and beyond.

IBA ORIC has organised an exclusive 'Grant Writing Workshop', specially designed for ESG researchers and practitioners, to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop winning grant proposals.

The Workshop will be led by Dr Nausheen H. Anwar, Founder & Director, of Karachi Urban Lab (KUL) and Professor of City & Regional Planning, School of Economics & Social Sciences (SESS), Institute of Business Administration (IBA).

The workshop will essentially cover;
1. Understanding ESG Framework
2. Identifying Grant Opportunities relevant to the ESG Framework
3. Crafting a strong ESG Grant Proposal
4. Understanding ESG, Budgeting, Reporting and Compliance requirements

If you are interested in attending this workshop or would like to nominate someone from your organisation/institution, please fill out the form at the link given below, latest by July 31, 2024.

https://forms.office.com/r/zF37n7dwVU

For info or queries, please email at [email protected]

Meet Mr. Adnan Ahmed, a highly regarded Visiting Faculty member in the Marketing department. With a wealth of experience as a consultant and expertise in supply chain, sales, and retail mix, Mr. Ahmed has consistently delivered exceptional results in his consultancy projects. Throughout his impressive 27-year corporate career, he has played pivotal roles in renowned companies such as Avery Dennison, Meat One, and Servaid Pharmacy, focusing on company strategy and supply chain operations.

Mr. Ahmed's remarkable contributions extend beyond the corporate realm. He led a nonprofit organization of 700 individuals, spearheading the "Aoa TB Mitao" Program at Indus Hospital. Managing 61 Free Treatment TB clinics and commercial labs nationwide, his dedication to healthcare solutions was evident. Additionally, he played an integral part in creating the impactful "Younis Khan" ad. His consultancy expertise has also been instrumental in optimizing operations for SMASH Burgers, ensuring seamless integration of the back-end supply chain. At Dvago Pharmacy, Mr. Ahmed conducted in-depth analyses of operations, retail mix, and store performance, aligning standard operating procedures (SOPs), HR practices, and training processes with the company's mission. Furthermore, he provided valuable guidance to Zultec Pakistan, a multifaceted service provider in IT, Retail, Packaging, and Industrial Solutions.

We express our sincere appreciation to Mr. Adnan Ahmed for his participation in our Consultancy Conference '23. His compelling pitch and demonstration of his consultancy skills have been instrumental in strengthening the vital industry-academia cooperation for real-world solutions.

Explore more: https://oric.iba.edu.pk/consultancyconference2023/index.php

IBA - Institute of Business Administration

Introducing Dr. Kamran Mumtaz, a dynamic Assistant Professor in the Management Department. With a passion for entrepreneurship, he brings a wealth of expertise as a consultant, actively engaging in multiple research projects and providing invaluable guidance to industries. Driven by his dedication, he has successfully managed operations and projects, overseeing operations planning and control, vendor management, and project design and development. Notably, he has handled turnkey projects with a value of up to US$250K, showcasing his exceptional capabilities. His remarkable contributions extend beyond the academic realm, as he has imparted his knowledge through training and consulting services for renowned organizations such as Engro Foods, SSC, NLC, Unilever, and Tetra Pak.

We are truly grateful for Dr. Mumtaz's recent participation in our Consultancy Conference '23, where he astutely showcased his consultancy skills, further strengthening the crucial industry-academia cooperation for real-world solutions.

Explore more: https://oric.iba.edu.pk/consultancyconference2023/index.php

IBA - Institute of Business Administration

Meet Ms. Nadia Sayeed, a distinguished visiting faculty member at IBA Karachi and an accomplished Corporate Trainer. With a focus on Corporate Communication and Professional Development, she has made a profound impact in the field of corporate training. From multinational FMCGs to local banks, NGOs, and the public sector, she has successfully catered to diverse training needs. Specializing in business and managerial communication, soft skills, personal grooming, and leadership, Ms. Nadia has adapted to changing corporate dynamics by addressing topics such as workplace diversity, cultural inclusivity, and assertive communication. Her expertise also extends to executive mentoring and coaching programs. Notably, she has designed and developed the pioneering Personal Effectiveness Program at IBA, which equips students with the skills required for success in the corporate world. With an impressive client portfolio including Unilever, State Bank of Pakistan, GlaxoSmithKline, Siemens, and more, her training experiences speak volumes about her expertise and dedication.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Nadia Sayeed for her valuable participation in the IBA ORIC Consultancy Conference '23. Her exceptional pitching of consultancy skills has greatly enhanced industry-academia cooperation, fostering real-world solutions. Her unwavering commitment and expertise are truly commendable.