Faculty

Full-time IBA Faculty

Dr. Irum Saba

Dr. Irum Saba

Work Experience

  • Associate Professor and Program Director MS-IBF at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Mar-2021 to PRESENT)

Academic Qualification

  • PhD (Islamic Finance),, INCEIF, Malaysia - 2017
Mahreen Nazar

Mahreen Nazar

Work Experience

  • Assistant Professor at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi from June 2021
  • Assistant Professor and Functional Head of BA-LLB Program at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jul-2019 to Oct-2020)
  • Advocate at Burney & Burney Law Associates. (Jan-1996 to Dec-2002)

Academic Qualification

  • LLM , James Beaseley School of Law, Temple University, USA - 2004
  • BA (Accounting & Law), University of Karachi - 1998
  • LLB , Thames Valley University, Ealing London, UK - 1996
Dr. Heman Das Lohano

Dr. Heman Das Lohano

Work Experience

Expert in Stochastic Dynamic Programming, Applied Econometrics, Microeconomics, Environmental Economics, Economic Growth, and Market Integration

  • Professor, Department of Economics, School of Economics and Social Sciences, IBA, Karachi
  • BSc & MSc in Agricultural Economics, Sindh Agriculture University; M.S. in Applied Economics & Ph.D., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, USA.
Dr. Asim Shabir

Dr. Asim Shabir

Work Experience

  • Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator BBA at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Nov-2022 to PRESENT)


Academic Qualification

  • MS (Marketing Research), IAE Aix Marseille Graduate School of Management, Aix en Provence, France - 2016
  • PhD (Marketing), IAE Aix Marseille Graduate School of Management, Aix en Provence, France - 2016
  • MBA (Marketing), IBA Sukkur - 2012
Dr. Muhammad Asif Jaffer

Dr. Muhammad Asif Jaffer

Work Experience

  • Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator BBA & BS (ACF) Programs at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (March 2021 to PRESENT)
  • Assistant Professor at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Apr-2013 to Feb-2021)
  • Lecturer at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (May-2010 to Mar-2013)
  • PhD (Doctorate of Business Administration), Grenoble Ecole De Management - France - 2018
  • MS (Computer Sciences), Institute of Business Administration, Karachi - 2012
  • ACCA , Association of Chartered Certified Accountants UK - 2008
  • MA (Economics), University of Karachi - 2001
  • CMA , Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan - 1997
Dr. Akhter Raza Syed

Dr. Akhter Raza Syed

Work Experience

  • Manager Research ORIC at Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Tech
  • Director Quality Enhancement Cell at Federal Urdu University of Science, Arts and Tech (Jan-2020 to Nov-2020)
  • Head of Department of Computer Science at Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Tech (Oct-2017 to Sep-2018)
  • PhD (Computer Science), University of Karachi – 2011
Dr. Muhammad Asif Jaffer

Dr. Huma Baqai

Work Experience

Associate Professor Department of School of Economics & Social Sciences Department, at IBA Karachi

Anchor current affairs program PTV World/PTV News, Communication Skills and Marketing

  • PhD. M Phil, International Relations, University of Karachi
Dr. Framji Minwala

Dr. Framji Minwala

Work Experience

Expert in Performance History, Visual and Cultural Studies, Film Studies, Media and Communications, all forms of theory and English Writing for Teachers

  • Former Assistant Professor & Chairperson Social Sciences & Liberal Arts, IBA, Karachi; Member of the Oscar 2014 Committee; Editor/Managing Editor, Indus: A Journal of Art, Culture & Design
  • BA (Drama, Comparative Literature, Philosophy), University of Michigan—Ann Arbor; DFA (Dramaturgy & Dramatic Criticism), Yale School of Drama; MFA (Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism), Yale School of Drama
Maria Hassan Siddiqui

Ms. Maria Hassan Siddiqui

Work Experience

Expert in Applied Linguistics, English Linguistics, English Literature, English Grammar and Composition, English Composition, Functional English Managerial Communication, Business Communication, Social Psychology and Self Development, Human Behavior

  • Assistant Professor, School of Economics & Social Sciences Department, IBA, Karachi
  • B.A. (Hons.) (English Literature), University of Karachi; M.A. (English Linguistics) & M.A. (English Literature), University of Karachi; M.A. (Applied Linguistics), London Metropolitan University, UK
Dr. Nasir Afghan

Dr. Nasir Afghan

Work Experience

Expert in Transformational Leadership Development, Safety Culture, Team Building, Organizational Restructuring, Managerial Effectiveness, Change Management, Industrialization and Strategic Management

  • Assistant Professor, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi; Visiting Professor at FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Graz, Austria and Leadership Development Consultant for International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Vienna, Austria
  • M.Sc., University of Karachi; M.B.A., Maastricht School of Management, The Netherlands; Ph.D, University of Twente, The Netherlands
Dr. Nyla Aleem Ansari

Dr. Nyla Aleem Ansari

Work Experience

Expert in Organizational Psychology, Management, Human Resource Management, Gender studies and stress at work in a post-modern perspective, Selection and Assessment, Career Counseling and Guidance

  • Assistant Professor, Chairperson Management Department, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • PhD (Women Leadership and Human Resources), Grenoble Ecole de Management, France - 2020
  • Master in Public Administration, University of Karachi; MS (Management Sciences), SZABIST, Karachi; MSc (Organizational Psychology), Birkbeck College, University of London
Dr. Qazi Masood Ahmed

Dr. Qazi Masood Ahmed

Work Experience

Expert in Monetary Economics and Public Finance

  • Professor, Department of Economics, School of Economics and Social Science (SESS), IBA, Karachi
  • Director Centre for Business & Economics Research (CBER), IBA, Karachi
  • B.Com, University of Karachi; M.A. in Economics, University of Karachi; MAS in Economics, University of Karachi; Ph.D., Center for Fiscal Studies, Bath, England Lecturer & Student Counselor, IBA, Karachi, MBA, IBA, Karachi
Dr. Sajjad Haider

Dr. Sajjad Haider

Work Experience

Expert in Artificial Intelligence, Probabilistic Reasoning, Computational Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Cognitive Robotics, Decision Sciences and Systems Engineering

  • Professor, Computer Science, School of Mathematics and Computer Science, IBA, Karachi
  • Holds dual position of Honorary Associate at the University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
  • BSc (Hons) & MSC University of Karachi; M.S (IS) & PhD (IT) George Mason University, USA
Syed Ameer H. Rizvi

Mr. Syed Ameer H. Rizvi

Work Experience

Expert in Supply Chain Management, ERP & CRM, Business Consulting, Process Analysis and Business Modeling, SMC Simulation

  • Lecturer, Faculty of Computer Science, IBA, Karachi
  • M.B.A. (General Management), University of the East Manila, Philippines
Dr. Minhaj A. Qidwai

Dr. Minhaj A. Qidwai

Work Experience

Expert in Cost of Quality, ISO Standards, Gage R&R, DOE, Tools of Lean, CPM/PERT, Earned Value, Monte Carlo Simulations, SCOR, Linear Programming, Global Projects Management, Project Risk Management, Cost Of Quality (CoQ), Design of Experiments (DOE), Ergonomics, Flow-Shop Scheduling, SCOR application and Business Process Simulation.

  • Former Program Director, PGD Healthcare Management Programs, IBA, Karachi
  • CMC- Canada; MBA-USA; MPH-USA; M.B.,B.S.(DMC)
Dr. Rameez Khalid

Dr. Rameez Khalid

Work Experience

Expert in Supply Chain Management, ERP & CRM, Business Consulting, Process Analysis and Business Modeling, SMC Simulation

  • Associate Professor Management Department, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • PhD (Industrial Engineering-Project Management), Institute National Polytechnique de Toulouse, France – 2009
  • MSc (Research, Industrial Engineering), Universite de Toulouse III, France – 2006
  • BE (Mechanical),, NED University, Karachi - 2002
Mohsin Patel

Mohsin Patel

Work Experience

Mr. Patel has around 15 years of teaching and training experience along with 7 years of professional work experience.

He has been awarded 'Best Teacher Award' by IBA SBS. Mr. Patel was also presented the Prestigious 'Roll of Honor Award' on Nation-wide best results.

  • Assistant Professor at School of Business Studies, Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.
  • PhD (France), BE (NED, Karachi), PMP, CQSSBB, OCP, PE, Member Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
  • M.Phil. in Business Management; Masters in Business Administration; Masters in Economics; Post Graduate - PG Cert in Accounting;
  • CMA; ACFE - 2009; CertIA-ACCA (UK) credentials.
  • SECP Certified Director from CEE - IBA, Karachi.
Yaseen Ahmed Meenai

Mr. Yaseen Ahmed Meenai

Work Experience

Expert Statistics, Numerical Computing, Mathematics and Statistical Inference

  • Lecturer, School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences, IBA, Karachi
  • M.Sc. (Statistics), Karachi University; M. Phil. Ph.D. in Multivariate Analysis (Under Progress)
Zafar Ahmed Siddiqui

Mr. Zafar Ahmed Siddiqui

Work Experience

Expert in Leadership, Strategy, Sales, Marketing and Management.

  • Professor of Practice - Management Department, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • BBA & MBA, IBA, Karachi; MS (Marketing Communication), Roosevelt University, USA

Visiting Faculty

Abdul Rahim Suriya

Mr. Abdul Rahim Suriya

Work Experience

Expert in Accounting, Auditing, Corporate Finance and Operational Management, Corporate Reporting

  • Visiting Faculty, Accounting & Law, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • Former President & Fellow Member of the ICAP and the ICMAP
Nadia Sayeed

Ms. Nadia Sayeed

Work Experience

A business person by education, with an MBA degree from IBA, Nadia Sayeed has been a faculty for the last twenty-two years in the Department of Management and Social Sciences at IBA. Over the years, she has also made her mark in the field of training by interacting with a diverse set of audiences on a variety of subjects. She is a corporate trainer at the Centre for Executive Education, IBA and has many years of experience as a training and development consultant for many organizations across various corporate and social sectors.

Her expertise is business and managerial communication, both written and verbal, as well as soft skill training, personal grooming, professional development and leadership. With the change in corporate dynamics and managerial roles she has engaged with many teams on topics on workplace diversity, cultural and gender inclusivity, women leadership and empowerment and assertive communication. The need for personalized coaching and development led to training interventions in Executive Mentoring and Coaching programs.

She designs her programs to meet the needs of the audience. She is able to create an atmosphere where others feel capable and empowered to lead successful personal and professional lives. She is certified for Korn Ferry Styles & Climate Accreditation for Leadership Development, Korn Ferry Leadership Solution and Dale Carnegie: Personal Development and Communication Skills

From the public sector to NGOs from Multinational FMCGs to local banks, she has had an exposure to a variety of training situations.

Unilever Pakistan, Fauji Fertilizer Corporation, The Hub Power Company (HUBCO), Pakistan Mortgage and Refinancing Company (PMRC), Engro Corporation, K Electric, Pak Kuwait Investment Company, Total PARCO, ICI Pakistan Limited, Systems Limited, Astera Software, Interloop Limited, Premier Systems (Pvt) Ltd, Pak Brunei Investment Company Ltd, BADRI Management Consultancy, Central Depository Company of Pakistan (CDC), State Bank of Pakistan, HBL, Bank Alfalah Ltd, Mashreq Bank, Shell Pakistan, Pakistan State Oil Company, Novartis Pakistan, GlaxoSmithKline Pakistan, Getz Pharma (PVT) Limited, Siemens Pakistan, Century Paper and Board Mills, Centegy Technologies, 1 Link Limited, Chevron Pakistan Lubricants (Pvt) Ltd, Martin Dow, Sind Revenue Board, The British Council, Australian Awards Program.

Moiz Ahmad

Mr. Moiz Ahmad

Work Experience

Expert in Corporate Governance, Finance & Accounting

  • Visiting Faculty, IBA, Karachi and Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
  • Masters in Administrative Science with major in Finance
Faisal Jalal

Faisal Jalal

Work Experience

  • Visiting Faculty, Post Graduate Diploma Program, Management & Supply Chain, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • Founder and Chairman of Sinofeng Pakistan Private Limited (Pak-China JV). Faisal’s businesses developed over 12 years are collectively called ‘FJ Holdings.
  • SECP-Certified Board-Director and serves as a Director on the Board of various companies and Business School in Pakistan.

Previously served as General Manager of Thal Limited, Head of Supply Chain & IT at Agriauto Industries Limited, Head of Share Accounting Project Noble Computer Services Private Limited and Head of IT at atlas Asset Management Limited as well as Manager IT systems at Philips Electrical Industries of Pakistan Limited.\

  • PhD (Supply Chain Management), NED Karachi - IN PROGRESS
  • ME (Industrial Management), NED Karachi - 2012
  • BE , NED - 1997
Nasir Mehmood

Mr. Nasir Mehmood

Work Experience

Mechanical engineer from the NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi. He has over 35 years of local and international field experience working with different industries including metal works, trailer manufacturing, food industry, textiles, pharmaceutical, etc.

  • Visiting Faculty, IBA, Karachi
  • Fellow Member of the ICAP and the ICMAP

MBA Accounting & finance, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, USA – 1978

BBA , Georgia State University, Atlanta – 1976

Akhtar Mahmud

Mr. Akhtar Mahmud

Work Experience

Expert in Branding, Advertising, Brand-based communications, Creativity in advertising, Consumer Behavior and Consumer Insights

  • Visiting Faculty, Marketing, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • CEO, Brand Image
  • MBA, IBA, Karachi
Ashraf Jaliawala

Mr. Ashraf Jaliawala

Work Experience

Expert in Recruitment & Selection Techniques, Human Resource Management and Compliance.

  • Visiting Faculty, IBA, Karachi; Corporate & Pharma Compliance Officer at Novartis Pharma Pakistan Limited
  • MBA, IBA, Karachi
Mohammed Hanif Ajari

Mr. Mohammed Hanif Ajari

Work Experience

Expert in Enterprise Risk Management, Strategic Development, Supply Chain Management, Procurement Management, SAP

  • Visiting Faculty. Department: Marketing, School of Business Studies (SBS), IBA, Karachi
  • Specialization: Supply Chain Management.
  • Director Strategic Development of Getz Pharma
  • M. Phil. (Supply Chain Management), USA; PhD (Enterprise Risk Management) – In Progress
Naheed Memon

Ms. Naheed Memon

Work Experience

Expert in Economics, Corporate Governance & Business Strategy

  • Visiting Faculty. Department: Economics. School of Economics and Social Science (SESS), IBA, Karachi
  • CEO, Kings Clothing, Kings Aviation & Ace Travels Ltd and Medco (Kings Group of Companies)
  • BCS, Institute of Computer Science, University of Karachi; M. Sc. (Economics), Birbeck College, University of London; MBA, Imperial College London
Dr. Naveed Ahmed

Dr. Naveed Ahmed

Work Experience

Expert in Development Economics, Management and Organization of Pakistan's Economy, International Trade, Managerial Economics, Advanced Microeconomics, Welfare Economics, Applied Econometrics & Computer Applications, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics

  • Professor, Department: Economics. School of Economics and Social Science (SESS), IBA, Karachi
  • M Sc. (Economics), University of Karachi; M. Phil (Economics), Quaid-e-Azam University; Ph.D. (Economics), Northeastern University, Boston, USA
Rahat Aziz

Mr. Rahat Aziz

Work Experience

Expert in Taxation, Corporate laws, Modaraba Laws, Corporate Governance and Contract Management

  • Visiting Faculty, IBA, Karachi
  • L.L.M, LLB, (Pakistan) C.I.A., A.P.A, F.I.C.S, F.I.T.M, PhD Corporate Governance (Under Progress)
Shah M. Saad Husain

Mr. Shah M. Saad Husain

Work Experience

Expert in Marketing, HR, Project Management, Customers Relation, External Affairs, Administration, Corporate Communications, CSR & Corporate Planning

  • Visiting Faculty, Management, School of Business Studies, IBA, Karachi
  • General Manager Corporate Affairs, Pak Arab Refinery Ltd (PARCO)
  • PE, FIMM, FICS, Diploma in Computer Programming; B. Engg (Khi); MS, Engg (USA); MBA, IBA, Karachi
Shahid Zaki

Mr. Shahid Zaki

Work Experience

Expert in Value Exploration, Creation & Delivery

  • Visiting Faculty, Management, School of Business Studies, IBA, Karachi
  • M.B.A., Institute of Business Administration; M.S., University of Southern California
Shakeel Mapara

Mr. Shakeel Mapara

Work Experience

Expert in Human Resource Management, Talent Development, Organization Development, Compensation & Benefits Management, HR Policies, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Recruiting Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Performance Appraisal, Strategic HR, Training Management, Personnel Management, Team Management, Strategy, Job Evaluation and HR Consulting

  • Visiting Faculty, Management, School of Business Studies, IBA, Karachi
  • Director Human Resources, Training & OD, Sanofi Pakistan Limited
  • MBA, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad
Talat Hameed Davis

Ms. Talat Hameed Davis

Work Experience

Expert in Verbal Communication, Presentation Skills, Negotiation Skills, Impression Management and Strategic Planning

  • Visiting Faculty, Management, School of Business Studies, IBA, Karachi
  • BA (Economics & Education), Loreto Covent College, Lucknow, India; MA (Literature & Linguistics), Lucknow University, India; MBA, Simmons College/Harvard Cases, Boston MA (English Literature), Georgetown University, Washington DC
Naushad Javaid

Naushad Javaid

Work Experience

Naushad is a certified NLP practitioner, Stakeholder-Centered Coach, HR Business professional, Psychometric Analyst and a veteran OD consultant and trainer. He has 25+ years of experience in the HR practice area having served in the roles of Training Manager, OD Manager, Director HR & Lead HRBP, EVP Leadership & OD and Head Talent, Learning & OD in the FMCG, Telecom and Financial Services sectors in Pakistan. He is also the author of a book, ‘Journey Man’s Diary Vol I.’ With thousands of hours of training delivered, Naushad specializes in leadership and management development with a strong focus on improving workplace behaviors/competencies and practices. He has pioneered the Development Center approach to training in the country. He also develops bespoke programs that have led to visible behavioral improvement at work. His signature programs include:

  • EFFECTIVE EXECUTIVE – a 2-day intervention for mid-level managers to upgrade their people management skills
  • MIDASTOUCH – a leadership development intervention grounded in EI competencies through Training, Action Learning and 1-2-1 coaching
  • GAMECHANGER – a Development Center designed to assess and develop leadership competencies/behaviors

In addition to the above, Naushad has designed & delivered the following learning intervention and workshops:

  • Soft Skills Training (Teamwork, Presentation Skills, Supervisory Skills, Effective Meetings, etc.)

HR & Management-Functional Programs

  • Effective Interviewing & Assessor Skills
  • Introduction to Assessment Centers
  • Strategy Development & Scenario Planning Workshops
  • Teambuilding & Interpersonal Skills
  • Training of Trainers
Noman Amjad Lutfi

Noman Amjad Lutfi

Mr. Noman Lutfi served at various Leading positions in the FMCG sector for around three decades, his expertise span is in Business, end-to-end Supply Chain, Research & Development. Mr. Noman has served on various boards and Management Committees of the organizations he has been associated with, and he takes a keen interest in organization and talent development as well as mentorship. He graduated from the University of Karachi, Pakistan with a BSc (Hon.) in Applied Chemistry and Masters in Foods Science and Technology.

He is currently serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer for Ismail Industries, before this he was serving as COO of Rupali Foods, he also served as Manufacturing/Supply Chain Director, Management Committee member (MC) in Unilever Pakistan & Unilever Sri Lanka (as International Assignee) for 6 years. He served as Board of Director for 4 years in capacity of Executive / Non-executive Board member of Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited. He also served for three years as Group GM Integrated SC and MC / Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in EBM.

He served Department of Applied Chemistry and Food Science at University of Karachi as Cooperative Teacher and also served as HR Visiting Faculty Lecturer at Next Campus Colombo, Sri Lanka affiliated with Birmingham City University, UK.

He also functions as a Board Director of GS1 Pakistan, which handles all enquiries, related to GS1 standards and in addition to the above, he holds the post of Vice President of SCAP (Supply Chain Association of Pakistan). Mr. Lutfi also functions as the Regional Advisory Board Member (EMEA-Region) of ISCEA Pakistan, (International Supply Chain Education Alliance in Pakistan). He is associated as CMILT (UK) Chartered Member of CILT and working as executive member and convener for Education and Training sub-committee for CILT Pakistan and Advisor for WILAT (Women in Logistics and Transport) a subsidiary of Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (UK). He is also a member of Advisory Board of Food Engineering, NED University of Engineering and Technology. Also serving as SC Expert trainer, consultant and advisor to Inve-X & SCT, KSA. He is also GB member for KVTC (Karachi Vocational and Training Centre) and also serving as Steering Committee member of "ORIC" Indus University.

Certified TQM Facilitator (Quest Pacific, Australia), ISRS, JSA & HAZAOP leader (DNV, Sri Lanka), Lead FQAG Auditor, Mentorship (Unilever) and Functional Coach (PSTD).

A result Oriented Supply Chain professional with un-matched experience in FMCG and served Supply Chain and RnD in Management and Leadership roles.

Organizational development, Lead Change Management for sustainable performance and Talent development through Capability building, Coaching and Mentoring are the key areas of his interest.

PGD Faculty

Dr. Farah Ahmed

Dr. Farah Ahmed

Work Experience

  • Professor (Community Health Sciences) at Ziauddin University (Jan-2020 to PRESENT)
  • Associate Program Director at College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (Jan-2017 to PRESENT)
  • Associate Professor (Community Health Sciences) at Ziauddin University (Jul-2016 to Dec-2019)
  • Editor in Chief at Pakistan Journal of Health Solutions (Jan-2016 to PRESENT)

Academic Qualification

  • M.B.B.S. , Sindh Medical College, Karachi - 1995
Dr. Syed Hasan Danish

Dr. Syed Hasan Danish

Work Experience

  • Visiting Faculty at Ziauddin University (Jan-2021 to PRESENT)
  • Associate Professor at Ziauddin Hospital (Jan-2020 to PRESENT)
  • Visiting Faculty at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jan-2015 to PRESENT)
  • Visiting Faculty at CPSP (Jan-2014 to PRESENT)

Academic Qualification

  • Masters Public Health (MPH) Epidemiology, Texas A&M Health Science Centre School of Rural - 2011
  • B.B.S. , Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan – 2005
Dr. Muhammad Wasif

Dr. Muhammad Wasif

Work Experience

  • Deputy Director-QEC at NED Karachi (Jan-2016 to PRESENT)
  • Visiting Faculty at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jan-2015 to PRESENT)
  • Asst. Professor at NED Karachi (Jan-2007 to PRESENT)

Academic Qualification

  • PhD (Mechanical Engineering), Concordia University, Montreal, Canada - 2013
  • ME (Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering), NED Karachi - 2007
  • BE , NED - 2004
  • BE (Mechanical Engineering), NED Karachi - 2003
Syed Ahsan Mustaqeem

Syed Ahsan Mustaqeem

Work Experience

  • ASSISTANT MANAGER at (Sep-2011 to PRESENT)
  • ENGINEER at Dawlance Pvt. Ltd (Dec-2010 to Sep-2011)

Academic Qualification

  • BE , NED Karachi – 2010
Dr. Uzair Hashmi

Dr. Uzair Hashmi

Academic Qualification

  • Hashmi is founder and CEO of Healthcare Management Consultants, Pakistan’s first management consultancy dedicated for the healthcare sector.
  • A medical doctor with MBBS from Dow Medical College,
  • MBA from IBA
  • Certificate of advanced training in Computer Science from Petroman coupled with his work experience in the UK healthcare system, makes him the ideal candidate to teach hospital mangers of the future the nuances of Managing Hospital Operations, Leadership, Strategic Planning, OB/OD in healthcare, Change Management, Electronic Health Record (EHR) etc,
  • He has been a member of the Healthcare Faculty of the IBA since 2017 and at ZU and CPSP since 2019.

Work Experience

His expertise is to teach the various aspects of hospital management with a perspective of local work force and work conditions that are prevalent in the Pakistani healthcare sector, this is primarily culled from the over 20 years’ experience he has in helping healthcare institutions improve and maintain a high-quality level of service, at an affordable cost.

He is a recognized as an educator by the Harvard Business School which affords him access to their teaching resources and helps him bring case based learning to the classroom thus exposing the students to international best practices and techniques.

Ali Zulqarnain

Ali Zulqarnain

Work Experience

  • Assistant Professor at NED Karachi (Jan-2003 to PRESENT)
  • Assistant Engineer at Dawood Yamaha Ltd. (Jan-2002 to Dec-2003)

Academic Qualification

  • PhD (Quality), NED Karachi - IN PROGRESS
  • ME (Manufacturing), NED Karachi - 2003
  • BE (Mechanical Engineering), NED Karachi - 1998
  • QUALITY MANAGEMENT FOR SUPPLY
Mudasser Ali Khan

Mudasser Ali Khan

Academic Qualification

  • Phd Supply Chain Jan 2020 till Dec 2026 (exp) Iobm, Karachi
  • PGD Supply Chain Jan 2018 to Dec 2018 IBA, Karachi
  • MBA Supply Chain Aug 2006 to July 2009 Iqra University, Karachi
  • BBA (Honors) Business Administration June 2002 to July 2006 Iqra University, Karachi

Be Energy Ltd

DGM/Head of Supply & Log

Sep to present 2022

Present

Be Energy Ltd

DGM/Head of Procurement

Dec 2017

Aug 2022

Alkaram Textile Mills

Sr. Manager Supply Chain

Apr 2015

Nov 2017

Formal Global Pvt Ltd

Supply Chain Manager

Mar 2010

Mar 2015

Crown Security Services

Finance & Costing Manager

Sep 2005

Feb 2010

 

 

 

 

Hussain Adenwala

Hussain Adenwala

Work Experience

  • Director & HR Consultant at HR First, Pakistan (Jan-2012 to PRESENT)
  • - Associate Director Compensation (Asia Pacific & at Eli Lilly & Company (Sep-2003 to Jan-2012)
  • - HR Manager at GlaxoSmithKline Pakistan Limited (Sep-1994 to Jan-2003)

Academic Qualification

  • MBA (General Management), Philippines Christian University, Philippines - 1989
Dr. Shahid R Mir

Dr. Shahid R Mir

Work Experience

  • Assistant Professor at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Nov-2018 to PRESENT)
  • Assistant Professor and Director QEC at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jun-2016 to Nov-2018)

Academic Qualification

  • PhD (Management), Adamson University, Manila, Philippines - 1998
  • MBA (MIS), Adamson University, Manila, Philippines - 1995
  • BE (Electronics), NED Karachi – 1983
Ghulam Mujtaba Shaikh

Ghulam Mujtaba Shaikh

Courses Taught

  • Project Planning, Execution &
  • Project Procurement Management
Faisal Jalal

Faisal Jalal

Work Experience

  • Visiting Faculty at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jan-2015 to PRESENT)
  • - CEO at Sinofeng Pakistan Private Limited (May-2012 to PRESENT)
  • - General Manager at Thal Limited (Engineering Division) (Apr-2009 to Apr-2012)
  • - Deputy General Manager – Supply Chain & IT at Agriauto Industries Limited (Jan-2005 to Mar-2009)
  • PhD (Supply Chain Management), NED Karachi - IN PROGRESS
  • ME (Industrial Management), NED Karachi - 2012
  • BE , NED - 1997
  • BE (Computer Systems Technology), NED Karachi - IN PROGRESS
Adnan Ahmed

Adnan Ahmed

  • Strategic Business Consultant at Various (Jul-2017 to PRESENT)
  • Chief Executive Officer at Servaid Pharmacy (Pvt) Ltd (Mar-2015 to Jun-2017)
  • Chief Operating Officer at Meat One / Al Shaheer Corporation (Nov-2013 to Feb-2015)

Academic Qualification

  • MBA (Marketing), Institute of Business Administration, Karachi - 1991
  • BBA , IBA Karachi - 1989
  • BBA (Hons) (Marketing), Institute of Business Administration, Karachi – 1989
Abdul Rahim Suriya

Abdul Rahim Suriya

Work Experience

  • Visiting Faculty at Karachi School of Business & Leadership (Jan-2012 to Dec-2012)
  • Visiting Faculty at CBM (Jan-2005 to Dec-2010)
  • Visiting Faculty at Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Sci & Tec (Jan-2004 to Dec-2009)
  • Visiting Faculty at Institute of Business Administration, Karachi (Jan-2004 to PRESENT)
Shah M. Saad Husain

Shah M. Saad Husain

Work Experience

  • CHRO & Head Corporate Planning and HSSE at Hascol Petroleum Limited (Feb-2016 to PRESENT)
  • General Manager Corporate Affairs Division at PAK-ARAB REFINERY LTD (PARCO) (Nov-2008 to Nov-2016)
  • Director at Indus Motors Company Limited (Feb-1999 to Nov-2008)

Academic Qualification

  • MBA , Institute of Business Administration, Karachi - 1983
  • MS (Materials & Metallurgical Engg), University of Michigan - 1976
  • BE (Metallurgical Engineering), University of Karachi – 1975
Fatima Hatim Anjary

Fatima Hatim Anjary

Work Experience

  • Ziauddin College of Media Sciences (2017 - present)
  • Institute of Business Administration (IBA- 2009 to 2016)
  • Corporate Trainer (IBA-CEE, 2013- present)
  • Corporate Trainer for Language at China Pak Hub Generation Company (CPHGC) (2017 -2018)

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • MPhil/PhD Mass Communication – Thesis Submitted 2019 (Awaiting Thesis Defense)
  • MA (Mass Communication), 2004 - 1st Division Majors: Advertising and Public Relations
Shuja Shams

Shuja Shams

Work Experience

  • Head of Leadership Development at National Bank of Pakistan (Oct-2020 to PRESENT)
  • Channel Partner at Ken Blanchard Companies USA (Jan-2016 to Oct-2020)
  • Director HR Business Partners at MOBILINK JAZZ (Jul-2012 to Dec-2015)
  • General Manager Human Resources/HR and Admin Head at LUCKY CEMENT (Jan-2011 to Dec-2011)

Academic Qualification

  • MBA , Institute of Business Administration, Karachi - 2005
  • BE (Mechanical Engineering), NED Karachi – 1996

Industry Practitioners

Dr. Muhammad Naveed Iftikhar

Dr. Muhammad Naveed Iftikhar

Muhammad Naveed Iftikhar is a public policy advisor and research fellow having interest in public-sector governance, cities, and entrepreneurship.

As a Governance Specialist at the Economic Reforms Unit (ERU) of Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, Naveed contributed to the design and implementation of policy reform initiatives in key sectors of the economy. He has consulted for international development organizations including The World Bank, Asian Development Bank, United Nations Development Program, and Japan International Cooperation Agency among others. Naveed also advises many public-sector organizations in Pakistan for formulating and evaluating strategic plans, economic policies, and urban development initiatives.

Naveed holds Masters and M.Phil. degrees in Economics a Ph.D. in Urban Affairs and Public Policy from University of Delaware, USA. His dissertation is focused on entrepreneurship, knowledge spillover, and urbanization in Asia.

Naveed has taught economics, business management, and public policy courses in various universities and civil service training institutions. He has been contributing to journals, conferences, and policy dialogues. Naveed is co-editing a book (with Professor David Audretsch and Professor Jonathan Justice), “Urban Studies and Entrepreneurship; How can Cities Foster Entrepreneurship” that will be published by the Springer soon.

He writes regularly for Pakistan’s English dailies including The Express Tribune, Business Recorder, The News, and The Daily Times. He has led many research grant projects such as International Growth Center funded study on “Institutional and Urban Design of Gwadar City” and “Civic Capacity Assessment in the Drinking Water Sector” sponsored by the Water Center jointly run by the University of Utah and Mehran University Jamshoro.

Agha Jan Akhtar

Agha Jan Akhtar

Agha Jan Akhtar is a retired officer of the Pakistan Administrative Service who served in BPS-21 grade as the Chairman of the Port Qasim Authority under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs from 2013 to 2017. Prior to that, he served as a provincial secretary in the Government of Sindh including as Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah.

He has a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineer from the University of Southern California and holds a Masters in Business Administration in Management from Pepperdine University, California.

Agha Jan Akhtar belongs to the 15th Common and is batchmates with Shoaib Mir Memon, Hussain Asghar, Rizwan Ahmed, Fawad Hasan Fawad and Jawad Rafique Malik. Agha Jan Akhtar is married to Rabiya Javeri Agha, also a PAS officer currently posted as Federal Secretary for Human Rights. They are the parents of four sons.

During his time as Chairman of the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the PQA and leading private sector companies of Pakistan jointly launched Pakistan's first business and biodiversity platform (BBP) at a ceremony held at PQA headquarters. The platform was a unique initiative focusing on nature conservation through the collective support of the private sector. The launch ceremony was organised and presided over by its Agha Jan Akhtar.

Amar Naseer

Amar Naseer

Amar Naseer is currently Visiting Faculty IBA, Karachi & the Director & Company Secretary, Unilever Pakistan Limited. Mr. Amar Naseer holds Masters of Law in International Business Law from University College London, UK. Mr. Naseer also earned Chevening Scholarship, UK in 1997 and UNDP Scholarship in 1991. He has also successfully went through Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan. Mr. Amar has also completed course in Computer Science from World Trade Institute, New York, USA.

Mr. Amar has 25 years of experience in the area of finance, law and regularity, brands protection, industrial relations, corporate affairs, systems development and taxation. Currently, he has been associated with the Unilever Pakistan Limited as Director and Company Secretary. During his career, he had been associated with the Pakistan Banking Council, Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan, Ernst & Young (Middle East), Unilever Mashreq Group (Egypt). He is also affiliated with the IBA as Visiting Faculty and Trainer for Director's Training Program on Corporate Governance of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan.

Mr. Amar presented technical paper on IP & Globalization at the Supreme Court's International Judicial Conference 2006. He was also the Lead Speaker at CIMA (Certified Institute of Management Accountants) regional CFO Forum in Sri Lanka on Crisis Management in 2012 and also represented the Brands Protection Group (ACIF - www.acif.org.pk) to showcase industry initiative against counterfeiting and piracy at the WIPO International Conference in Geneva, 2007.

Nausheen Ahmad

Nausheen Ahmad

Nausheen Ahmad is currently the Company Secretary and General Counsel of Habib Bank Ltd which is the largest private sector bank in Pakistan with a presence in 25 international locations. She started her legal practice with a corporate law firm Surridge and Beecheno after being called to the Bar from Grays Inn London in 1983.

Ms. Ahmad has an LLM from the University of London and LLB from Kings College London. She also has a degree in the philosophy of religion (AKC) from Kings College London. She is registered as an Advocate of the Sindh High Court, Pakistan. As in house legal counsel she has worked in ICI Pakistan Ltd, Unilever Pakistan Ltd and Pakistan Petroleum Ltd. She was Head Legal and Company Secretary at ICI Pakistan for 10 years.

Ms. Ahmad is currently a director of First Women's Bank Ltd. and also serves on the Advisory Board of the Lyceum School. During her years in the Corporate Sector she has been Non-Executive Director of the Central Depository Company and has served on the task force on Corporate Governance of the Karachi Stock Exchange and the Overseas Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She is also actively involved on behalf of HBL with the legal and regulatory committees of the Pakistan Bank Association and the Pakistan Business Council. She was accredited as a Mediator and Master Trainer by the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution, UK in 2006. She conducts Mediation training regularly and has also qualified to train on corporate governance and dispute resolution. Recently she attended a course on Board Governance and Leadership by the Institute of Directors, UK.

Syed Fahim ul Hasan

Syed Fahim ul Hasan

Syed Fahim ul Hasan is an Assurance Partner in A. F. Ferguson & Co., Karachi office also responsible for Firm's HR consulting services and Country Leader for Sustainability practice. Fahim has over 20 years of experience in the field of assurance and advisory practice in Pakistan and Singapore. He serves a large portfolio of multinational and local clients spreading across various sectors of industry.

Fahim has keen interest in learning and education. Due to this passion for learning and education, he played key role in setting-up the learning and education function of the Firm. He is a professional trainer and a regular speaker at IBA, Karachi. He is also a member of Education and Training Committee of ICAP.

Shoaib Mir Memon

Shoaib Mir Memon

I am retired Federal Secretary belonging to Pakistan Administrative Service PAS BS basic scale 22. Vast experience of Public Sector Management for over 31 years. Served in the capacities of Chief Secretary, Secretary to Government of Pakistan, Head of Leading Public Sector Corporations such as State Life Insurance Corporation and Karachi Port Trust. A qualified Director from Institute of Corporate Governance PICG. Served on the board of directors of companies such as FFC, SNGPL, SPL, Pakistan Reinsurance Company Limited, Pakistan Datacom Limited, Orix Leasing Company. Currently Director of International Industries Limited IIL and WYETH. Diploma holder from prestigious Kennedy School of Government and affiliate of Harvard University, USA. Presently serving as Vice President, SZABIST.

Dr. Naeem Uz Zafar

Dr. Naeem Uz Zafar

PhD (Economics), Northern Illinois University, USA | MBA, IBA Karachi | BE (Mechanical Engineering), NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi

Naeem uz Zafar is currently working for the Government of Pakistan as Chief Statistician. Previously, he worked for the Government of Sindh as Chief Economist, for UNDP as Senior Advisor, and for the Planning Commission as Member Social Sector. Before joining the government, he was Assistant Professor and Head of Graduate Economics program at IBA, Karachi. His research interests include development management, value chains, cluster development, urban development, and impact evaluation.

Iffat Malik

Iffat Malik

Iffat Malik is an accomplished civil servant belonging to the Secretariat Group in Pakistan. With over 13 years of experience as a Federal Civil Servant, she has held various positions in both the Government of Sindh and the Government of Pakistan. Currently serving as the Joint Secretary in the Finance Division, Islamabad, she has demonstrated her versatility and expertise in multiple roles.

In the Government of Sindh, Iffat Malik has held prominent positions such as Additional Secretary (II) at SGACD, Director at the Sindh Civil Services Academy, and Director of Enforcement at the Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority. She has also served as the Manager of the Community Development Program and Chief of Section (Foreign Aid) at the Provincial Planning and Development Department. With her experience at the Provincial Disaster Management Authority and various departments including Finance, Cabinet, Local Government, Home, and Health, she has gained a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of governance and administration.

In the Government of Pakistan, Iffat Malik has worked as an Assistant Director of Administration and Registration at the National Aliens Registration Authority. She has also served as a Section Officer in the Ministry of Ports & Shipping, where she contributed to the smooth functioning of the department. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Iffat Malik has diverse personal interests, including a passion for reading, gardening, traveling, cross-cultural interaction, and professional development.

Iffat Malik's profile showcases her extensive experience in the civil service, demonstrating her ability to take on challenging roles and deliver effective results. Her educational background, combined with her dedication to personal growth, positions her as a highly capable civil servant with a broad range of skills and expertise.

Javed Iqbal Khan

Javed Iqbal Khan

Javed Iqbal Khan is a highly experienced professional with over 20 years of dedicated service in the public sector. He holds a diverse range of qualifications, including an MSc in Information Systems (e-Government) from the University of Manchester, an MBA in Financial Management from AIOU Pakistan, and certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) from IIA and PIPFA (Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants). His expertise also extends to SAP FI (Financial Accounting) system.

Throughout his career, Javed has held various significant positions. Currently serving as the Joint Secretary (Budget/Budget Implementation) at the Ministry of Finance in Islamabad since September 2018, he is responsible for budget implementation, financial reporting, and the realization of non-tax revenues and dividends. Prior to this role, he served as the Director General (Debt Monitoring and Evaluation) at the Accountant General Pakistan Revenues, where he oversaw debt monitoring, fund management, IT/IS policy coordination, and SAP-based disbursement and accounting system management.

Javed has also contributed to the financial management of institutions such as Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University as Treasurer and the Department of the Auditor General of Pakistan as Director. His expertise extends to areas such as budgeting, financing, IT/IS strategy formulation and implementation, and asset management. With his extensive background in auditing and administration, Javed has made significant contributions in ensuring internal controls, capacity building, and compliance with financial regulations.

In summary, Javed Iqbal Khan is a highly qualified and skilled professional with a strong focus on e-Government, budgeting, financial management, and financial reporting. His vast experience in various positions within the public sector demonstrates his ability to lead and implement strategic initiatives effectively. With his expertise in IT/IS policies and SAP-based systems, Javed has played a pivotal role in the improvement and modernization of financial processes in the organizations he has served.

Aisha Bela Malik

Aisha Bela Malik

Aisha Bela Malik is a highly accomplished corporate trainer with a diverse range of expertise and qualifications, making her an invaluable asset in driving impactful learning experiences. With her extensive knowledge and certifications, including being a Registered NLP Coach & Practitioner, Certified Life Coach, Certified Associate Leadership & Executive Coach, Organizational Development Coach, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach & Practitioner, and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Aisha is well-equipped to guide individuals and organizations towards personal and professional growth.

As a management consultant and communication connoisseur, Aisha has successfully facilitated organizational development and provided valuable consultancy services to clients. She brings creativity and innovation to her training programs, infusing them with her skills as an anchor person and motivational speaker. Her ability to inspire and empower audiences creates a positive and engaging learning environment.

Aisha is renowned for her proficiency in various areas, including leadership skills, sales, customer care, public speaking, presentation skills, communication, negotiation, emotional balancing, stress and anger management, people management, and language skills. Her expertise has been sought after by esteemed institutions, and she has served as a visiting faculty member at renowned institutions such as the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) and DOW Institute of Health Sciences.

Aisha's dedication to self-improvement is evident as she continues to pursue new knowledge and skills. Currently, she is engaged in pursuing Regression Therapy, further expanding her repertoire of expertise. With her exceptional qualifications, expertise, and passion for empowering individuals and organizations, Aisha Bela Malik is a highly respected and sought-after corporate trainer in her field.

Arif Elahi

Arif Elahi

Mr. Elahi is a Science graduate from DJ Science College and Master in Business Administration from IBA. He joined Civil service in 1984, DMG group, now known as PAS. Before joining the civil services, he was part of a private organization doing international trade. Field assignments include Mirpur Matelo, Badin & Karachi etc and also served as:

  • Deputy Commissioner Karachi – South – Sindh &
  • Deputy Commissioner Quetta – Baluchistan.

As head of Excise & Taxation Department of Balochistan , he established a new Excise Secretariat and changed the revenue collection system, introduced new number plates, registration books and computerized record keeping resulting in increase in revenue manifolds and facilitation to the tax payer. Resulting in Facilitation and growth of Revenue.

Managed the entire relief operation in the worst ever drought in 2000 as the Addl. Relief Commissioner - Balochistan.

Served as the Director General of the Federal Board of Investments (For 8 years) and also established the Sindh Board of Investment and introduced various investment attractive schemes in the rural areas of Sindh.

Mr. Arif Elahi has had the honour of representing Pakistan and read papers at many national and international conferences, seminars & exhibitions.

He organized the 21st Islamic Foreign Ministers conference, the Pakistan vs Zimbabwe Series, many national and international Investment conferences, labour related conferences, managed many more local , national and international events, exhibitions, conferences and also conducted numerous foreign potential investment delegations.

His other main assignments were:

  • Secretary Investment, Government of Sindh.
  • Secretary Labour – Chairman Sindh Workers Welfare Board, Government of Sindh.
  • Secretary Tourism, Government of Sindh.
  • Secretary Industries & Commerce – Chairman Site, Government of Sindh.

His last assignment was as Chairman/CEO where he served for almost 3years and during his tenure has turned around the organization into a success story showing record profit at a time when International Shipping was facing severe crisis. This was achieved due to effective and efficient management, reduction of costs, renegotiating financial loans and introducing HR changes at all levels of the Corporation. During his tenure, PNSC rating upgraded to AA. After Retirement in November 2017, he is now working with Elahi Group of Companies as its Chairman. Mr. Elahi is also actively involved in Charity and Social Welfare work.

Javaid Iqbal

Javaid Iqbal

Javaid Iqbal is a renowned Tech Ecosystem Builder, Regulator, and Policymaker, with over 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors globally. He is a Global 200 CX Thought Leader and Digital Transformation Award Winner. He is also a Certified Board Director and a Keynote Speaker on a range of topics related to digital transformation, innovation, and disruptive technologies.

Mr. Iqbal's professional background is in digital and customer experience transformation, disruption, and innovation, with a specific focus on Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, and Data Science. He is a multilingual strategist, advisor, speaker, and educator, who has been operating globally in the public and private spaces.

Mr. Iqbal is passionate about finding solutions to futuristic global challenges, particularly in developing countries, and building long-term business and personal relationships. He has provided thought leadership through writing, speaking, teaching, and advisory services to clients, including EY, PwC, Salesforce, and TransformX, a human-centric digital transformation firm he co-founded.

Currently, Mr. Iqbal serves as a key executive at the Special Technology Zones Authority, a legislated body that is helping build a technology-enabled knowledge ecosystem for Pakistan. In this role, he is leading the development of commercial strategy, business development, marketing, and branding for STZA, which is tasked with building a vibrant tech ecosystem in Pakistan to help the country's 220 million people, including its 130 million youth, to achieve their full potential in the digital age.

Mr. Iqbal is widely recognized as a seasoned business leader, thought leader, and strategist, with a passion for driving innovation and digital transformation in a rapidly changing world.

Ayesha Javed

Ayesha Javed

Ayesha Javed is a digital strategist, e-commerce specialist, corporate trainer, and visiting faculty member at IBA (Institute of Business Administration). With over 15 years of experience in diversified corporate, consulting, and training roles, she has expertise in marketing, digital marketing, strategy, transformation, management, and neuro-marketing. She is a change agent with an eye for the big picture and has a passion for problem-solving, people shepherding, and making an impact.

Ayesha is an innovation and consumer insights evangelist who is skilled in developing and implementing digital strategies for businesses. She has a deep understanding of both digital and people, which allows her to create seamless connections between offline and online worlds.

Her love for neuro-marketing has put her on a quest to untangle the mysteries of the human brain and discover how it decodes stimuli. Ayesha has a unique ability to bring science and marketing together, providing valuable insights that help businesses better understand their customers. 

Ayesha's passion for problem-solving, people shepherding, and making an impact is evident in her work. She is a change agent who is constantly looking for ways to improve the world around her. Ayesha's experience and expertise have made her a sought-after trainer, consultant, and speaker. Her ability to inspire and motivate people has made her a valuable asset to any organization she works with.

Syed Munawer Hasan

Syed Munawer Hasan

More than 25 years of global and local experience of Plant Asset Management, Predictive, Proactive Maintenance system designing & its Implementation. Also involve in Reliability Centered Maintenance for plant maintenance strategy development & also reviewed strategies for implementation of Enterprise Asset Management, through SAP / ORACLE/ MAXIMO.

  • CBM, Reliability, RCM & EAM Pioneer in Pakistan (Services, Projects & Trainings)

Established Training Centers, Workshops and Digital technical library for Industries. Inventory Management using SPARO (Spare Part Optimization) technique for EAM. IIOT system designing & implementation for Industry, especially for Industry 4.0 

Career Professional Positions:

  • CEO & Founder (PAE Solutions & MRT Academy)
  • Environment & Sustainability Consultant - CDGA Engineering Consultants Limited - Ireland
  • Ex CEO Pakistan – Xakera Systems Inc. USA
  • Ex Country Manager – Gray Mackenzie Engineering Services - Qatar
  • Ex Reliability Systems Manager – SKF Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • Ex Manager Reliability Systems & Key Accounts Management (KAM) – SKF Pakistan

Professional Trainings & Certifications

  • Certified Master Management Consultant (CMMC)– American Project Management Institute (USA)
  • Fellow of American Academy of Project Management (FAAPM) - American Project Management Institute (USA)
  • Asset Reliability Professional Engineer – Mobius Institute (Australia)
  • Certified Vibration Analyst – Vibration Institute (USA)
  • Certified Thermographer – Academy of Infrared Technology Inc. (Canada)
  • Asian Leadership Program – SKF (Singapore)
  • SKF Asian Team Building Program – Focus Adventures (Singapore)
  • Business in Solution Promotions (BISP) – (Australia, China & Malaysia)
  • Portable, Online & Protection Systems & RCM Project Implementation - Thailand 

Professional Qualifications:

  • Masters in Engineering Management – NED University
  • Masters in Business Administration - HIMS
  • Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering – NED University
Muhammad Tarique

Muhammad Tarique, MBA & LLB

Having more than 20 years’ experience in the field of Taxation (Direct and Indirect), Corporate and Business laws earned from well-known professional firms [BDO, Deloitte, KPMG & Shekha & Mufti] and Shan Foods [FMCG] & Gani and Tayub Group of Companies.

Provided compliance, advisory and litigation services to businesses of various sectors including courier, pharmaceutical, engineering services, cement, freight forwarding services, IT goods & services, industrial goods, media channels, automobile parts, and retail stores.

Also organized various workshops on Indirect Taxes and he also delivered series of Lectures at Institute of Business Administration [IBA], Institute of Cost & Management Accountant of Pakistan [ICMAP], and Karachi Tax Bar Association [KTBA]. 

Shameer Haroon

Shameer Haroon

Shameer Haroon is a highly qualified and experienced professional in the field of taxation, legal affairs, and company secretarial practices. As a Chartered Accountant and member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan, he brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to his role.

With 6.5 years of association with PwC Pakistan, Shameer has gained extensive experience in audit and taxation, working with a diverse range of clients. During this time, he has served some of the largest national and multinational corporations, handling their tax matters with precision and efficiency.

Currently, Shameer holds the position of Chief Tax/Legal Affairs & Company Secretary at Gatron Group, where he plays a vital role in providing strategic assistance to the management. His responsibilities encompass advisory services, information sharing, training, compliance, representation, and coordination in the areas of direct and indirect taxation, legal matters, and secretarial practices.

In addition to his corporate role, Shameer is also actively involved in the education sector. He serves as a visiting faculty member at reputable institutions like IBA and TSA, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring professionals.

Shameer's involvement in various professional associations highlights his dedication to the field. He is an ex-member of the Alternate Dispute Resolution Committee constituted by the FBR, the Fiscal Laws Committee of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan, and the Committee for Performance Appraisal of Non-Profit Organizations constituted by the FBR. He is currently a member of the Tax Reforms Implementation Committee, the Core Tax Committee of the Pakistan Business Council, the Karachi Tax Bar Association, and the Revenue & Resource Mobilization Commission.

With his strong technical skills, extensive experience, and active involvement in professional associations, Shameer Haroon is a valuable asset in navigating complex tax and legal matters while ensuring compliance and facilitating effective corporate governance.

Farhan Mahmood

Farhan Mahmood

Syed Farhan Mahmood is a Management Consultant, KPI Certified well-rounded Strategic HR Professional, with over 25 years of business experience & deriving excellent organizational results. 

Strategic Human Resource expert Syed Farhan Mahmood has strong HR operational & Consulting experience across various diversified Industries & Conglomerates in Pakistan & UAE i.e., Investments & Trading, Healthcare, Education, Telecommunications, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Office Automation, Hospitality, Food Processing, Packaging & Manufacturing, Printing & Publishing, Poultry, Construction & Construction Material production units, Property & Shopping Mall Management, Retail business, with several renowned Groups & Organizations within the region.

As a Senior professional & Advisor in multiple organizations in UAE & Pakistan he has been instrumental in designing and implementing simple to complex organizational structures, Family Business and Corporate governance initiatives, Leading in Designing and implementing various

Grade & Compensation Structure, Employee Engagement initiatives, Digital Learning implementations, conducted detail HR diagnostic studies on Workforce Planning, Productivity Analysis, workforce optimization and Resource Allocation, development of Human Resources, Performance Management, Learning & Development policies and procedure Manuals and implemented various Performance Management Systems.

As a Trainer he has facilitated sessions on Key Performance Indicators, Competency Frame works, Job descriptions, Job evaluation & Analysis, Goal Setting Exercises, Talent Management, Recruitment Techniques & Interviewing Styles, Performance Management Systems, Organizational Values, Mission and Vision and Strategic initiatives.

Dr. Perwez Shafi

Dr. Perwez Shafi

Dr. Perwez Shafi is a renowned scholar, author and editor of number of publications on Labour Laws, Human Resource, Industrial Relations and Social Compliance. He is a leading commentator on labour laws, advisor and consultant to national and multinational companies, corporate trainer, and involved in research and teaching at various educational institutions. Since 1994, he is Director of BUREAU OF LABOUR PUBLICATIONS -- a private well-respected and authoritative research and publication institution.

Dr. Shafi is co-author and commentator on authoritative, comprehensive and up to date LABOUR CODE OF PAKISTAN -- a standard and essential reference book on labour laws and industrial relations for industrial and commercial establishments and consulted from Labour Courts to Supreme Court. He is also an editor of EASTERN WORKER -- a bi-monthly journal of Labour Laws, Industrial Relations, HR and Social Compliance -- to keep abreast with latest legal developments on the subject. He has a 20-year experience working in the West.

He also acts as a Labour Law Advisor to number of national and multinational companies who benefits from his advice and consultancy with a focus to avoid litigation. He is also consulted by foreign certification and auditing companies like US’s AGC for Social Management systems, German Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) and Wuensche, PHMA, SMEDA and Pakistan Society for Training and Development (PSTD), etc.

As a trainer, he conducts in-house and open-house corporate training workshops for HR, IR Managers, technical and line managers to sharpen their legal skills when facing workers. The in-house training sessions have been on labour laws with case laws for multi-national companies like Pakistan Tobacco Co., Pepsi-Cola International, etc.

Beside his normal research activities, Dr. Shafi also at teaches at number of educational diploma-awarding institutions like Center for Executive Education--IBA, NILAT, and PIQC on the subject of labour laws, industrial relations, human resource and social compliance.

Tariq Ikram

Tariq Ikram

Mr. Tariq Ikram was most recently the President of the Textile Institute of Pakistan, a prestigious educational institution, specializing in a wide spectrum of Textile and Apparel education. He has a wide academic back ground covering Sciences, English literature, British and American Histories, International Relations and Business Management, achieved both within and outside Pakistan. His professional training covers almost every aspect of business management. His experience covers management of MNCs both within Pakistan and the Middle East, South Asia, Levant and North African countries at the levels of Chief Executive, Chairman and Regional head. During his Chief- executive ship the business achieved a compound growth in 20.75 percent per annum in revenue for over 17 years and almost same in cash terms. He has served as a Minister of State in the government of Pakistan for 8 years ending May 2008. He was responsible for exports of Pakistan as the CE of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan. Exports grew from US$ 7.8 Bn to over US$ 19 Bn during this period. Amongst various other recognitions, he was awarded Sitara i Imtiaz (SI) for his services by the President of Pakistan and twice awarded Gold Medals by the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Pakistan and the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan. He was twice recognized for his services by the President of Pakistan Gen (R) Pervez Musharraf in his book ‘In the Line of fire’. His professional contributions include Presidentships of the Overseas Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Management Association of Pakistan, Marketing Association of Pakistan. He is the Founder President of Pakistan Research Society and the Pakistan Advertisers Society of Pakistan. He has served as a Director on various Public and private sector businesses such as Karachi Electric Supply Corporation, Pakistan Petroleum, Reckitt Benckiser, Atlantis Pakistan, Robinsons Foods B’desh Reckitt and Colman Nigeria and Egypt. He has been a guest speaker trainer at various local and international, in both public and private sector, fora. His innovations include the first ever Retail Audit and ICT Based Field Sales Management process in the FMCG industry in Pakistan, first ever structured initiative to minimize trade mark infringement and presented this process at the WIPO Geneva seminar held in Pakistan Mr. Ikram is married with 3 children and is resident of Karachi Pakistan.

Amer Qureshi

Amer Qureshi

Amer Qureshi is a highly experienced, Australian Chartered Accountant and Management Consultant with an excellent track record in executive management and professional services sector across several industries and in many countries. Apart from CFO/senior management positions in construction, education and professional services sectors, Amer has also been a Director with Deloitte Australia and the CEO of his own Professional Services Firms in Australia, Pakistan and Dubai. Amer has worked extensively in Pakistan and helped leading companies with strategic planning, training and development and has also been a faculty member of LUMS as well as being the Director of Entrepreneurship and SME Centre. His financial management skill set, strategic planning expertise and in depth understanding of family owned and small and medium sized enterprises make him an invaluable advisor to business owners and their families as well as boards of directors. He is highly regarded for his excellent presentation and communication skills and prides himself on his ability to motivate and inspire people. A sought-after speaker and presenter at events and conferences, he is highly respected for his unique and engaging presentation style. Amer is also a successful published author in the areas of Leadership, Business Management, Tax and Financial Planning.

Zaffar Khan

Zaffar Khan

Zaffar A. Khan is an accomplished professional with a rich background in both business leadership and academia. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) in Karachi, where he imparts his extensive knowledge and practical experience to the next generation of business leaders.

Mr. Khan's career has been marked by a series of notable leadership roles in prominent organizations. He has served as the Chairman & CEO of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Chairman of the Karachi Stock Exchange, Chairman of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited, and President & CEO of Engro Chemical Pakistan Ltd. These positions reflect his ability to navigate complex challenges and provide strategic direction across a range of industries, including aviation, finance, telecommunications, and chemicals.

Zaffar A. Khan's educational journey includes an Advanced Management Course from the University of Hawai‘i - Shidler College of Business, highlighting his commitment to continuous learning. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Peshawar.

In his current role as an Adjunct Professor at IBA Karachi, Mr. Khan brings a unique blend of practical insights and academic rigor to the classroom. His teaching is informed by years of hands-on leadership experience, making him a valuable resource for students seeking to understand the complexities of the business world.

Throughout his career, Zaffar A. Khan has been dedicated to fostering growth and excellence, whether in the corporate boardroom or the educational setting. His multifaceted background serves as an inspiration to those aspiring to succeed in the dynamic field of business.

Dr. Junaid Ahmad

Dr. Junaid Ahmad

Dr. Junaid Ahmad is a distinguished figure with over 45 years of experience, known for his significant contributions to both the corporate and academic realms. His educational journey includes a Ph.D. in Finance and Policy from McGill University, Canada, an M.A. in Economics from the same institution, as well as an MBA and BCom from Concordia University, Canada, and a BCom from the Government College of Commerce & Economics in Karachi.

Dr. Ahmad's professional journey is marked by a wide range of accomplishments and roles. He has held senior and top management positions at renowned organizations such as Bell Canada, National Construction Ltd., and Agriauto Industries Ltd. His journey as a consultant began in 1986 when he initiated workshops on professionalizing family businesses. This endeavor was met with substantial success, leading to the establishment of National Management Consultants (Pvt) Ltd., a premier management consultancy firm in Pakistan. Over the years, he has advised numerous families, assisting 24 of them in successfully professionalizing their operations.

Dr. Ahmad's expertise extends to the oil and gas sector, where he has conducted and supervised consulting assignments for entities including PPL, SSGC, Attock Oil, Pakistan Oil Fields, ARL, NRL, Pak Hy Oils, Askari CNG, FOTCO, and Fon Gas.

Beyond his consulting practice, Dr. Ahmad has been actively involved in shaping public policies and corporate strategies. His contributions include works on the National Conservation Strategy, National Manpower Plan, National Technology Policy, and various industry-specific plans.

In addition to his role at National Management Consultants, Dr. Ahmad is the Chairman of NEC Consultants, Pakistan's largest environmental consulting firm, with a presence in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Riyadh, and Toronto. He is also the Founder Chairman of VIS Credit Rating Company, a major player in credit rating in Pakistan.

Furthermore, Dr. Ahmad serves as the Chairman of APTECH Pakistan Operations, overseeing 39 Aptech Computer Education Centers with over 25,000 students. He has advised various government departments, state-owned enterprises, and private corporations. His advisory roles have included serving as an Investment Advisor to the Ministry of Finance/Prime Minister, where he played a key role in mobilizing foreign investment.

Dr. Ahmad is a respected academician, having taught at Masters Level at Concordia & McGill Universities in Montreal and at IBA, Karachi, accumulating more than 25 years of teaching experience. He is also an accomplished author, having written books on a variety of subjects, including "Creation of Bangladesh: Myths Exploded," "India An Apartheid State," and "Topics of The Quran," among others. His dedication to education and his contributions to various sectors reflect his commitment to fostering growth and excellence.

Atif Rahim Khan

Atif Rahim Khan

Atif Rahim Khan, SPHR has rich executive education, coaching, consulting, mentoring, capacity development, teaching, training design, development, and facilitation experience of over a decade. Atif was the Country Project Advisor for Ghana, Kenya, Bangladesh, and Rwanda at the Commonwealth of Learning [Canada]. He is an Adjunct Faculty Member at the Lahore University of Management Sciences [LUMS], which is a Harvard Business Publishing partner institution. He is a faculty resource for International Business, Personal Effectiveness, Management, Human Resource Management, Business Communication, Organizational Behavior, Negotiation Skills, and Talent Management. He has been on their Teaching Star Performers List twice. He has also received the LUMS Teaching Excellence Award. His teaching experience includes Executive MPhil, MBA, and undergraduate students as well as online learners.

Foreign / Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Khurram Jahangir Sharif

Dr. Khurram Jahangir Sharif

Expert in Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Direct Marketing, Consumer Behavior, International Marketing, Strategic Marketing Management, New Products Developments, Medical Marketing, Service Quality Gap Analysis, Multi-national Organization Marketing Communications Strategies and Impact of Classroom Technologies on Teacher and Learner Attitude

  • Associate Professor of Marketing, Department of Management & Marketing, College of Business & Economics, Qatar University
  • B.Eng. in Electronics Engineering, University of Kent, UK; M.Sc. in Medical Electronics, University of Manchester, UK; MBA, Management School, Lancaster University, UK; Ph.D. Kingston Business School, Kingston University
Prof. Clive Rubery

Prof. Clive Rubery

Expert in Leadership & Management Development, Management Performance Improvement

  • Visiting Faculty at the London Business School (LBS), Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad and Independent Consultant
Prof. Parimal Merchant

Prof. Parimal Merchant

Expert in Family Managed Businesses, General Management, Capital Markets, Costing and Finance

  • Professor & Director, Global Family Managed Businesses Program, S. P. Jain Global Institute Mumbai & Dubai
Dr. Shailendra Raj Mehta

Dr. Shailendra Raj Mehta

Expert in Economics and Strategic Management

  • Visiting Professor Indian School of Business, Hyderabad and the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. Academic Director of Duke Corporate Education (Duke University's Custom Corporate Education arm).
  • BA and MA from Delhi University (St. Stephen's College and Delhi School of Economics respectively); M.Phil. Balliol College, Oxford; Ph.D. Harvard University.
Patrick Turner

Patrick Turner

Expert in Entrepreneurship, Family Enterprise, Acquisitions, New Business Creation, and Managing Growth Ventures

  • Affiliate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise, INSEAD
  • BA Oxford University; MBA INSEAD
Mr. Zaffar A. Khan

Mr. Zaffar A. Khan (Sitara e Imtiaz)

Expert in Employee Relations, Business Strategy, Human Resource Management & Corporate Governance

  • Adjunct Faculty, IBA, Karachi and Former President & CEO, Engro Chemicals, Ex-Chairman, PIA, PTCL & KSE
  • B.E. Mech, Engineering, University of Peshawar
Sadeq Sayeed

Mr. Sadeq Sayeed

Expert in Investments, Financial Crisis Management

  • Adjunct Faculty, IBA, Karachi; Chairman Metage Capital Limited and Ex-CEO Nomura International
  • Sadeq Sayeed is a prominent Pakistani-born banker and businessman, known for his role behind Nomura's acquisition of the Europe, the Middle East and Africa businesses of Lehman Brothers in Oct 2008.
  • Undergraduate in Economics with concentration in Electrical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); Masters in Finance, MIT's Sloan School.
Dr. Salman Mufti

Dr. Salman Mufti

Expert in Information Technology Strategy, Management Information Systems, Managerial Decision Making

  • Associate Dean and Executive Director of Queen's School of Business - Executive Education & Associate Professor
  • BSc, McMaster University; MBA, Queen's University; PhD, McGill University.
Syed Salim Raza

Mr. Syed Salim Raza

Expert in Global Economics and Political Environments, Dynamic Role for Public-Private Partnerships; Broadening and Deepening of Capital Markets, Creation of Long-Term Corporate Debt Markets; Corporate Governance; Competitiveness Capacity Building

  • Adjunct Faculty, IBA Karachi and Former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan; Masters - Oxford University
Prof. Wasim Azhar

Prof. Wasim Azhar

Expert in International Marketing, Managing Sales and Distribution Channels and Pricing

  • Adjunct Faculty, IBA, Karachi and Continuing Lecturer, Haas Business School at The University of California, Berkeley, USA
  • MSc, Electronic Engineering, UET, Lahore, Pakistan; MBA, Wake Forest University; MSc, Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania; MSc Computer and Information Science, University of Pennsylvania
Zunaira Munir

Ms. Zunaira Munir

Expert in Blue Ocean Strategy, Innovation

  • Blue Ocean Strategist, Managing Director of 'Strategize Blue', San Diego, California and Institute Research Officer at Malaysia Blue Ocean Strategy Institute
  • Ph.D., Wuhan University of Technology, China; MBA, Allama Iqbal Open University; BSc Computer Science & Electronics, University of Peshawar
Dr. Riaz Ahmad

Dr. Riaz Ahmad

Expert in Islamic Finance, Mathematical and Computational Aspects of Financial Derivatives, Stochastic Volatility and Jump Diffusion Models, Exotic Options and Interest Rate Modeling

  • BSc., King's College London; MSc., Imperial College London; & PhD in Mathematics, University College London
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