Sukkur IBA University Business Administration Department

24/09/2026

The Career Development Center (CDC), in collaboration with the Department of Business Administration, Sukkur IBA University, organized a Practicum Guidelines Session for BSAF – VII students on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, in Room 106, Academic Block II.

The session was conducted by Ms. Aqeela, Assistant Manager, Student Affairs, and Dr. Ume Salma Akbar, Coordinator, BSAF Program, who briefed the students on the practicum process, requirements, and expectations. They guided students on securing suitable placements, preparing professional résumés, completing the practicum checklist, and making the most of their practical experience to build skills for their future careers.

Students actively participated and had their queries addressed during the interactive discussion.

We wish all our BSAF – VII students a productive and rewarding practicum experience.

24/09/2026

Sukkur IBA University takes pride in celebrating the remarkable professional journey of our BBA alumnus, Usama Ahmed!

Currently serving as the Brand Manager – Oreo at Continental Biscuits Limited (Mondelez JV), Usama brings over 6 years of expertise across Brand Strategy and Consumer Insights. His notable accomplishments include driving impactful brand growth and leading the award-winning launch of Bisconni Prime.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Usama on his achievements and wish him continued success and excellence in all his future endeavors!

24/09/2026

The Department of Business Administration, Sukkur IBA University recently hosted an insightful awareness session with Pakistan Mercantile Exchange Limited (PMEX). The session was led by Mr. Arif Ahmed, Assistant General Manager – Marketing at PMEX and focused on the crucial difference between regulated and unregulated trading, empowering our students to identify and avoid illegal online investment scams.

Sukkur IBA University is committed to preparing future business leaders to make informed, prudent, and responsible financial decisions.

Addressing the occasion, Prof. Dr. Altaf Hussain Samo, Dean –Faculty of Management and Media Sciences, appreciated PMEX for its valuable contribution to student awareness and emphasized the importance of financial literacy, responsible investment practices, and informed decision-making among future business leaders. He also appreciated Dr. Mulazim Ali Khokhar, Assistant Professor, Sukkur IBA University for organizing such an insightful event.

The session was attended by a large number of business students and faculty members.

17/09/2026

Empowering Universities to Win Grants, Align Research with SDGs & Create Impact

Prof. Dr. Altaf Hussain Samo, Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, Sukkur IBA University, as the Lead Trainer for the One-Day Training on “Art of Writing Grant-Winning Proposals, SDGs Alignment & Research Commercialization”, organized on the invitation of the Sindh Higher Education Commission (Sindh HEC) at the Karachi School of Business & Leadership (KSBL) on 4 September 2026.

The training brought together around 60 faculty members and researchers from public and private sector universities across Sindh and provided practical guidance on developing competitive and impact-oriented research and grant proposals.
The workshop covered key areas including grant-winning proposal writing, problem formulation and literature gaps, research methodology and design, SDG alignment and innovation, research commercialization and proposal pitching, and Monitoring & Evaluation using SMART indicators and Logframes.

The session was graced by Prof. Dr. S.M. Tariq Rafi (T.I.), Chairperson, Sindh Higher Education Commission, who highlighted the importance of strengthening the grant-writing and research capacity of university faculty. He encouraged the participants to make full use of the opportunity and emphasized the value of learning from the experience and expertise of the Lead Trainer.

For Prof. Dr. Altaf Hussain Samo, the workshop was also an opportunity to engage directly with academics from diverse institutions, discuss the practical challenges they face in developing competitive proposals, and share approaches for moving from research ideas to fundable, measurable and socially relevant projects.

Such capacity-building initiatives can contribute significantly to strengthening Pakistan's higher education ecosystem by connecting quality research, SDG priorities, innovation, commercialization and measurable societal impact.

15/09/2026

05/09/2026

Career Development Session: Building a CV That Gets You Hired

The Department of Business Administration, Sukkur IBA University, is organizing an online career development session titled “Building a CV That Gets You Hired: From Sukkur IBA to KPMG” for BSAF–VII students preparing for their practicum placements.

The session will be conducted by Mr. Toheed Hussain, a BS Accounting & Finance graduate, CFA Level III candidate, and former Deal Advisory Intern at KPMG.

Participants will learn about:
• CV dos and don’ts
• ATS-friendly CV formatting
• Relevant projects and experience to showcase
• Practical skills for interview preparation

Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM (PKT)
Platform: Google Meet

Session Host/Focal Person: Dr. Ume Salma Akbar, Program Coordinator, BS Accounting & Finance

We encourage all BSAF–VII students to participate and benefit from this practical career-development opportunity.

31/08/2026

Young Islamic Banking Program (Y-IBP) – Phase I

The Department of Business Administration, Sukkur IBA University, in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Sukkur, successfully conducted Phase I of the Young Islamic Banking Program (Y-IBP) on August 25, 2026, at Sukkur IBA University.

The program aimed to enhance students’ understanding of Islamic banking principles, Shariah-compliant financial practices, career opportunities, and emerging developments in the Islamic financial sector. The session provided students with a valuable opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals representing the regulatory and banking sectors.
The program commenced with a warm welcome by Dr. Ume Salma Akbar, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, BSAF Program, who welcomed the distinguished guests and participants and highlighted the importance of connecting students with industry professionals through initiatives such as Y-IBP.

The training featured insightful talks and interactive discussions by distinguished speakers:
Shaikh Sufyan — Shariah Resident Board Member, Faysal Bank
Mehwish Aziz — Assistant Director, SBP BSC, Sukkur
Muhammad Fahim Arshad — Deputy Director, SBP BSC, Sukkur
Mamtaz Ali Chachar — Regional General Manager (RGM), Faysal Bank
The speakers shared their professional insights on the fundamentals of Islamic banking, Shariah compliance, the role of regulatory institutions, practical banking operations, and career prospects in the growing Islamic banking industry. The interaction enabled students to connect theoretical concepts with real-world banking practices.

Following the awareness session, students participated in a quiz, providing an opportunity to assess their understanding of the concepts discussed during the training. Successful students will move forward to further opportunities under the program, including a one-day Islamic bank visit, internship opportunities, and TFIBF training.

The training session was concluded by Prof. Dr. Sarfraz Ahmed Dakhan, Chairman, and Department of Business Administration, who appreciated the contribution of the distinguished speakers, SBP BSC Sukkur, Faysal Bank, faculty members, and participating students. He emphasized the importance of academia–industry collaboration in preparing students for the evolving financial sector.
Post-Training Meeting & Future Collaboration
Following the training, a meeting was held with the visiting delegation and senior university leadership, chaired by Prof. Dr. Altaf Hussain Samo, Dean, Faculty of Business Administration. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange ideas regarding future potential collaborations in Islamic finance, strengthening academia–industry linkages, expanding student learning and professional development opportunities, and exploring possibilities for further Islamic finance initiatives at Sukkur IBA University.
The successful completion of Y-IBP Phase I represents another meaningful step toward equipping students with practical knowledge, professional exposure, and opportunities to build their careers in the rapidly expanding field of Islamic banking.
Learn. Experience. Grow. — Build Your Career in Islamic Banking!

27/08/2026

Celebrating leadership and excellence! As part of The Business Alumni Impact Series, Sukkur IBA University highlights distinguished alumnus Mr. Mohammad Imran Hyder (BBA Class of 2001, MBA Class of 2002), Chief Operating Officer (COO) at GlowBug Technologies Pvt Ltd. Pakistan. With over 20 years of global leadership across public and private sectors, his journey showcases the impactful leaders shaped by Sukkur IBA University.

21/08/2026

The Sukkur IBA community proudly congratulates Prof. Dr. Altaf Hussain Samo, Dean of the Faculty of Management & Media Sciences, for being recognized as a Member of Gloabal Climate Leadership Community by the Oxford University Climate Leadership Research Centre. Across a 25-year career, Dr. Samo has driven over $3 million in youth empowerment, digital skills, and climate resilience initiatives alongside partners like UNICEF, USAID, the EU, and the World Bank. Having mentored over 25,000 youth, led a UN-featured Eco-Entrepreneurship Program, and provided direct relief to 10,000 flood survivors, his work seamlessly bridges academic leadership with real-world impact—underscoring Sukkur IBA University’s growing role in global sustainability.

For more details:

https://leadership.climate.ox.ac.uk/leaders/altaf-hussain/

18/08/2026

Young Islamic Banking Program (Y-IBP) – Phase I

The Department of Business Administration, Sukkur IBA University, in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan, Sukkur, is organizing Phase I of the Young Islamic Banking Program (Y-IBP)—a platform designed to empower students with knowledge, practical skills, and real-world exposure to Islamic banking.

The awareness session will introduce students to the fundamentals of Islamic Banking and will be followed by a quiz. Shortlisted students will have opportunities for a one-day bank visit, internship placement, and TFIBF training program.

📅 Date: August 25, 2026 (Tuesday)
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Room 106, Academic Block II
🎓 For: BASF – VII Batch, Sukkur IBA University

Learn. Experience. Grow.
Build your career in Islamic Banking!

University Focal Person:
Dr. Ume Salma Akbar
Assistant Professor
Coordinator, BSAF Program

SBP Focal Person:
Mehwish Aziz
Assistant Director (FISU/FEOU)
SBP BSC, Sukkur