School of Business Studies, in collaboration with CEE and SESS, hosted a fireside chat on 'Public Policy and Project Management

September 25, 2023: The School of Business Studies in collaboration with IBA-CEE, and the School of Economics and Social Sciences, hosted a captivating fireside chat event in Islamabad. The discussion revolved around the pivotal theme of "Public Policy and Project Management - Charting Pakistan's Course Ahead."

Distinguished panelists for this engaging session included Dr. Ishrat Husain and Dr. S. Akbar Zaidi, with moderation provided by Dr. Asma Hyder. The event commenced with a warm welcome from Dr. Abdullah Zafar, the Dean of the School of Business Studies. Dr. Zafar provided insights into IBA's commitment to regional development and underscored the immense significance of public policy and project management in shaping the nation's progress.

The fireside chat itself was a thought-provoking exchange, during which the esteemed panelists shared their invaluable experiences within the realms of public policy and project management. Their insights illuminated the path forward for Pakistan's future. The audience had the opportunity to engage with the panelists during the question-and-answer session.

Concluding the event, Mr. Riaz Chunara and Mr. Kamran Bilgrami, Director of CEE, extended their heartfelt gratitude to the speakers and attendees. They also elaborated on the collaborative efforts between IBA and NIBAF in the region. Excitingly, they announced the launch of Post Graduate Diplomas in Public Policy and Project Management, demonstrating the commitment to nurturing future leaders in these fields.

This remarkable event served as a gathering point for experts and eager attendees who sought to draw inspiration from the wealth of knowledge shared by the panelists on the vital topics of public policy and project management.