Department of Economics IUB

🎯 Preparing students for the real world — one practical experience at a time!

On May 14, 2026, the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, successfully organized a Mock Interview activity for the students of BS Economics 7th and 8th semester from IUB and GSCWU Bahawalpur.

This important initiative was arranged in line with the university’s commitment to outcome-based education under the guidance of the Worthy Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Kamran, and the leadership of the Chairman, Dr. Muhammad Atif Nawaz. The activity was designed to prepare students for market-demand jobs, strengthen their confidence, and enhance their readiness for professional interviews and future career opportunities.

✨ The event brought together a distinguished and diverse panel of experts, including:
Prof. Dr. Samar Fahd, Department of Psychology
Prof. Dr. Salman Bin Naeem, Chairman, Department of Information Management
Dr. Umair Razzaq, Department of Law
Dr. Sara Noreen, Head, Department of Economics, GSCWU
Eng. Muhammad Ahmad, Deputy Director QEC
Dr. Tusawar Ahmad, Department of Economics, IUB
Dr. Altaf Hussain, Department of Economics, IUB

Dr. Mariam Abbas Soharwardi served as the focal person for the activity, while Dr. Muhammad Atif Nawaz spearheaded this valuable initiative to equip students with practical, market-relevant, and future-ready skills.

🤝 We are also pleased that the Department of Economics at GSCWU collaborated in organizing the event, and their students actively participated, making the activity more diverse, interactive, and enriching.

📸 We are pleased to share glimpses from this meaningful activity, which provided students with valuable exposure to real interview situations, professional interaction, confidence building, and career readiness.

At the Department of Economics, we believe that education goes beyond classrooms. We are committed to developing confident, capable, and future-ready graduates for the professional world.

🌟 Stay connected with us for more student-focused academic and professional development activities.

🌟 Proud academic representation from the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur 🌟

The Department of Economics is delighted to share glimpses from the First Roundtable on “Fiscal Federalism: Issues of Resource Distribution in Pakistan,” organized by the School of Economics, Bahauddin Zakariya University, under the Center for Excellence on Public Policy and Economic Development (CEPPED).

We are proud that Dr. Muhammad Atif Nawaz, Chairman, Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, participated in this important academic and policy dialogue as a panelist and shared his valuable insights on fiscal federalism, resource distribution, intergovernmental coordination, and economic governance in Pakistan.

The roundtable brought together distinguished economists, policymakers, and academic leaders from across Pakistan to discuss key issues including vertical and horizontal fiscal imbalances, NFC Award reforms, provincial fiscal autonomy, and equitable resource distribution.

✨ Such meaningful participation reflects the growing academic presence of our department in national-level policy discussions and highlights our commitment to research, dialogue, and evidence-based engagement on issues of national importance.

📸 We are pleased to share some pictures from the event.

🌟 Alumni Success Story | Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur

From Bahawalpur to the global stage — we proudly celebrate the remarkable journey of Dr. Asif Razzaq, a shining alumnus of the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur.

🎓 After completing his Master’s in Economics with Finance with distinction and a Silver Medal, Dr. Asif Razzaq moved forward with dedication, vision, and hard work to build an outstanding international academic and professional career.

🌍 Today, he is serving as Senior Research Specialist at the CAREC Institute, People’s Republic of China, where he is contributing to high-impact research in climate change, green finance, energy transition, and digitalization.

🏅 His achievements are truly inspiring:
✅ PhD from Dalian University of Technology, China
✅ Senior Research Specialist at CAREC Institute
✅ More than 10,000 academic citations
✅ Recognized among the world’s top 2% researchers
✅ Published in leading international journals
✅ Represented his institution at prestigious global forums

Dr. Asif Razzaq’s success reflects the quality education, academic strength, and global potential nurtured at the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur.

📘 Join the Department of Economics and begin your own journey of excellence, achievement, and global impact.

🚀 Your future starts here.
🎓 Admissions are your first step toward success.

🎉 Alhamdulillah! A wonderful learning experience at the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur 🎉

On April 23, 2026, the Department of Economics successfully conducted the workshop “From Data to Decision: Practical SPSS Workshop for Researchers” in collaboration with iRASD.

The workshop received an encouraging response from faculty members belonging to different universities and various academic departments, along with PhD and MPhil scholars who joined both physically and online. The active participation of scholars and faculty made the session highly engaging, interactive, and enriching.

📊 The workshop provided practical exposure to SPSS and helped participants strengthen their understanding of data analysis, interpretation, and research application in an academic setting.

📸 We are pleased to share some glimpses of the event with you.
🏅 Certificates were also distributed among the participants in recognition of their active participation and successful completion of the workshop.

We sincerely thank our resource person, Dr. Tusawar Iftikhar Ahmad, for delivering a very useful and hands-on session. We are also grateful to iRASD for their valued collaboration and to all participants for making this event a success.

✨ Stay tuned for more hands-on workshops and academic learning opportunities in the future.

🌍 Dreaming of international research exposure?
📣 PhD scholars of the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, are strongly encouraged to apply for HEC’s IRSIP Batch 59 — a valuable opportunity for a six-month international research fellowship at a foreign university.

At the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, we are committed to research excellence, global exposure, and academic growth. To support our scholars, in-house guidance for application preparation is available at the department, including support for eligibility understanding, document preparation, and overall application readiness.

✅ Don’t miss this opportunity
✅ Strengthen your international research profile
✅ Take your PhD journey to the next level

Interested scholars are encouraged to apply and contact the department for guidance.

🌟 Calling our talented female graduates of the Department of Economics! 🌟

A wonderful career opportunity is open for ambitious young women through the OGDCL Management Trainee Officer Program 2026. The official IBA registration page lists Economics among the eligible disciplines, with applications to be submitted online only. The page currently shows the last date for application as Monday, 27 April 2026, with a processing fee of Rs. 3,000.

✅ Eligible discipline for our graduates: Economics
✅ Age limit: 26 years
✅ Minimum eligibility: CGPA 2.50, or 1st Division where CGPA is not applicable
✅ Processing fee: Rs. 3,000
✅ Apply online only through the official portal

https://www.iba.edu.pk/testingservices/ogdcl-general/form/registration

The official advertisement also highlights that OGDCL is seeking female graduates under its policy of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and that successful candidates will join a one-year intensive Management Trainee Program. The advertisement further states that full-time contract employment may be offered after successful completion of training and performance evaluation.

The test syllabus includes Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, and Essay Writing, making this an excellent opportunity for capable graduates who want to begin a professional career through a competitive national platform.

🌸 We strongly encourage our bright, confident, and hardworking female graduates to apply and make the Department proud.

📌 Official registration page: IBA Testing Services
📌 Apply as early as possible and do not wait for the last date.

📊 Turn your research data into meaningful insight!

The Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, in collaboration with the International Research Alliance for Sustainable Development (iRASD), is pleased to offer a hands-on training opportunity:

🌟 From Data to Decision: Practical SPSS Workshop for Researchers 🌟

This workshop is designed for researchers, students, scholars, and faculty members of Social Sciences, including Economics, Management Sciences, and Education Sciences, who want to build practical SPSS skills for academic and research work.

✨ What participants will learn:
✅ Data entry and variable definition in SPSS
✅ Descriptive statistics and graphical presentation
✅ Crosstabulation and Chi-square test
✅ t-test, ANOVA, correlation, and regression
✅ Interpretation of SPSS output for research writing

👨‍🏫 Trainer: Dr. Tusawar Iftikhar Ahmad
📅 Date: 23 April 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: Computer Lab, Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan
Mode: Hybrid
💰 Registration Fee: PKR 500 only

🍽️ The registration fee includes food and certificate.

📌 Registration is available through the QR code given on the brochure and also through the registration link shared in this post.

🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ZukQ9Q4eg7biFyXQ8

This is a valuable opportunity to strengthen your quantitative research skills in a practical, engaging, and academic environment.

باعثِ مسرت ہے کہ Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur کے طلبہ کی آراء قومی اخبار میں شائع ہوئی ہیں۔ یہ ہمارے طلبہ کی فکری پختگی، قومی و معاشی معاملات پر گہری سمجھ، اور مثبت علمی تربیت کا خوبصورت اظہار ہے۔

شعبۂ اکنامکس میں ہم طلبہ کو صرف نصابی علم تک محدود نہیں رکھتے بلکہ انہیں اس قابل بناتے ہیں کہ وہ اپنے خیالات اعتماد، دلیل اور ذمہ داری کے ساتھ پیش کر سکیں۔ یہی وجہ ہے کہ ہمارے طلبہ مختلف اہم قومی اور سماجی موضوعات پر اپنی مؤثر موجودگی کا احساس دلاتے ہیں۔

ہم اپنے قابل اور باصلاحیت طلبہ کو اس نمایاں کامیابی پر مبارکباد پیش کرتے ہیں۔ ان کی یہ نمائندگی شعبے کے علمی ماحول، اساتذہ کی رہنمائی، اور طلبہ کی محنت کا خوش آئند عکس ہے۔
https://e.jang.com.pk/detail/1059302

A new journey begins at the Department of Economics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur.

Today, 7 April 2026, the department successfully conducted an Orientation Session for 1st Semester students of BS Economics, BS Economics & Finance, and BS Economics with IT. The session was designed to familiarize students with the department, academic programs, faculty, facilities, and the exciting learning and career opportunities ahead.

Through such initiatives, the Department of Economics is committed to providing a supportive, modern, and growth-oriented academic environment for its students. We aim to develop confident, skilled, and future-ready graduates who can contribute positively to society and the economy.

We welcome all new students to the Economics family and look forward to seeing them grow, learn, and succeed.

Admissions in the Department of Economics offer a pathway to quality education, professional development, and a promising future.