The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) organized a Career Fair on its campus on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Mayor Karachi, Mr. Murtaza Wahab was the Chief Guest. He admired the efforts undertaken to bring top companies under one roof and was confident that it would prove beneficial to both the exhibitors and the students. Present at the inauguration ceremony were Mr. Bashir Janmohammad, Chancellor IoBM, Mr. Murtaza Wahab and Mr. Talib Karim, President IoBM, along with IoBM’s head of departments, faculty, and management. The event was organized by IoBM's Internship, Placement and International Office (IPIO-IoBM). The event was organized by Ms. Juveria Baig, HoD, and Mr. Abdul Khaliq, Assistant Manager, along with their team including Ghazala Rizwan, Internship Officer and Iqra Aurangzaib (Intern), Hamza Zahid (Intern). They received complete support from the IoBM Leadership and various departments including General Administration, Housekeeping, IT, MARCOM, Maintenance and Security. Students representing societies also participated in the planning and on-ground activities before and during the event.
Students attending IoBM’s Career Fair 2024 expressed their excitement about the opportunity to interact with representatives from diverse industries. The event featured over 90 organizations representing the corporate and banking sectors of Pakistan. The Fair provided students a direct engagement with the HR personnel of the participating companies. Moreover, the representatives guided students on the country's job market, advised them on choosing the best career paths, and offered tips on resume-making and interview preparation. The students discovered a range of career possibilities that helped them refine their goals based on their interests and fields of study. The Career Fair 2024 was a testament to IoBM's commitment to offer holistic education ensuring that students are well-equipped to succeed in the competitive job market.
The IoBM Career Fair 2024 promoting quality education (SDG 4) and decent work and economic growth (SDG 8). By connecting students with over 90 leading organizations, the fair not only facilitates direct engagement with industry leaders but also empowers students to make informed career choices that contribute to sustainable economic development. Furthermore, IoBM’s commitment to holistic education ensures that students are equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in a competitive job market, thereby fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth. This initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and the corporate sector, as emphasized by SDG 17, which advocates for partnerships to achieve these goals effectively.