IBP Integration with Universities
Several universities and business schools are offering MBA (Banking & Finance) programs. However, it has been observed that their curriculum is mostly theoretical, devoid of current industry requirements. Also in some cases it lacks the aspects of relevance. The need was, therefore, felt to offer programs in line with the requirements of the financial sector with greater emphasis on relevant and applied curriculum.
The Institute of Bankers Pakistan strives to meet and satisfy the diverse needs of the banking & financial services industry through its training and skills development programs. The Institute also would like to serve as an effective channel for students of master level programs in banking & finance enabling them to attain higher accredited academic qualifications oriented towards practical aspects of banking & finance.
The Institute has accordingly entered into knowledge integration with ten universities/business schools in Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, NWFP and Federal Capital and signed MOU for support in their MBA (Banking & Finance) Program. A list of the Universities/Business Schools with whom IBP has signed MOU is given as under:
1. University of Karachi
2. Sukkur Institute of Business Administration
3. University of Sindh, Jamshoro
4. Institute of Management Sciences, Peshawar
5. Gomal University, D. I. Khan
6. University of Balochistan, Quetta
7. Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Islamabad
8. The University of Faisalabad
9. Govt. College University, Faisalabad
10. University of Central Punjab
11. Riphah International University
Following are key elements of the above support package:
1. The Program: The structure of the program and the curriculum is based on the requirements of the banking & financial sector. IBP provides maximum support for developing a quality program. The program including internship is of 2 years duration.
2. Training by Experts: In order to develop conceptual clarity and creating linkage between theory and applied aspects, lead trainers and resource persons steer training sessions on ten specified areas. These trainers are from the fields of Banking, Finance, Academia and Consultancy.
3. Supervised Internship: Four months Supervised Internship in banks and financial institutions spread over whole MBA program. A dedicated consultant is deputed to supervise the process and give report on individual internee as well as on bank. He keeps a close liaison with bank management and internees. Based on final review and interview by a senior level panel the internship certificates are awarded.
4. Mentoring: The faculty and participants of the program are able to draw upon the IBP resources. Their queries may be relating to MBA program or IBP Superior Qualification (ISQ). The mentors available through IBP website guide and support such requirements.
5. Intellectual Support: IBP publications, quarterly journal, weekly economic letter and knowledge website provide full time support to all the students of same program.
6. Job Opportunities: IBP is maintaining a strong data base of career openings, both local as well as international. A large number of visitors take the full advantage of this facility. Upon completion of MBA Banking & Finance, IBP also approaches the banks, financial institutions and corporations and shares with them the availability of quality human resource.
7. ISQ – Advantages: Qualified MBAs under this program will have sound academic knowledge of banking and financial sector coupled with comprehensive practical experience in the field. They will thus have an edge over other non MBA examinees of the IBP Superior Qualification (ISQ) and hence would be able to secure this prestigious qualification with flying colours.
