IBA's+Philosophy

IBA has been playing an important role in providing top quality human resource to Pakistan's economy since 1955. As IBA is located in Pakistan's economic hub, its graduates have made a major contribution in running and leading national and multinational organizations. The success of IBA lies in its philosophy of meritocracy, integrity, innovation, leadership and industriousness.

The belief in meritocracy has enabled IBA to attract cream of the students. These students are provided with an open learning environment, free from student politics and other distorting practices rampant in the society such as absenteeism, academic dishonesty, and perpetual disruptions. IBA considers education as an essential service and believes in its uninterrupted provision to the students. IBA also holds punctuality as one of its core values, reflecting its commitment to inculcating professionalism in its students.

IBA implements its value of integrity both in teaching and learning. IBA subjects its students to a continuous stream of tests and evaluations throughout their stay at IBA to ensure highest levels of quality of its product. IBA's examination systems and procedures are some of the most transparent and reliable in the country. Teacher bias and favoritism is minimized through the practice of discussing exam and quiz papers with the students in the classroom.

IBA students are also encouraged to develop their innovative and managerial skills by participating in a host of extracurricular activities, including arranging seminars and conferencing, undertaking industry projects and many social programs. These activities develop confidence and leadership attitudes among the students. The spirit of collaboration and competition both at the national and international levels is also inculcated in the students.

IBA also believes in active learning and learning-by-doing. The classroom environment is highly interactive with great emphasis on student participation. The teacher usually knows all their students by name and has a good idea of their standing. There are frequent student presentations, both formal and informal, and numerous opportunities for class discussions.

IBA implements industry-academic linkages by frequently inviting guest speakers in the classrooms, sending students on field trips and giving them field assignments and industry projectsand term reports. IBA also regularly arranges 'distinguished lectures' by industry leaders as well as holding workshops and seminars at its campuses. The students are also required to undertake internships to further develop their exposure and links with the industry.

IBA believes that its graduates not only become productive members of the organizations from day one, but they also act as a catalyst of change in the society.