GIFT UNIVERSITY Highest Ranking Category “W-4” Awarded by HEC Converting Knowledge Into Practical Experience
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GIFT UNIVERSITY Highest Ranking Category “W-4” Awarded by HEC Converting Knowledge into Practical Experience PROSPECTUS 2016-17 Contents • Chairman’s Message ............................................. 04 • Rector’s Message.................................................... 05 Welcome To GIFT University • GIFT University........................................................ 08 • The City ................................................................... 09 • Why Choose GIFT? ................................................11 • Vision, Mission and Values ...................................... 12 • Board of Governors ............................................... 13 GIFT Faculty • Permanent Faculty ................................................. 16 • Visiting Faculty ....................................................... 22 • Management Staff ................................................. 25 Graduate Employment • Graduate Employment ............................................ 28 • Graduate Comments ............................................. 30 • Employer & Internship Organizations .................... 31 Community Services • Community Services ............................................. 34 Life at GIFT • Facilities and Resources ....................................... 38 • Extra Curricular Activities ...................................... 44 Associate Degree • Accounting & Finance ........................................... 48 • Computer Science ................................................. 52 • Home Economics .................................................. 56 • Mass Communication ........................................... 60 01 Undergraduate Programs • University Core Courses ..................................... 63 • Accounting & Finance ......................................... 64 • Business Administration ........................................ 68 • Computer Science .................................................72 • Software Engineering ........................................... 76 • Electrical Engineering ........................................... 82 • Textile & Fashion Design ..................................... 88 • English ................................................................. 92 Graduate & Post Graduate Programs • Mass Communication ............................................ 98 • Commerce ......................................................... 102 • Accounting & Finance ....................................... 106 • English Language and Literature ...................... 110 • Business Administration .................................... 114 • Management Sciences ...................................... 120 • Economics .......................................................... 126 • Computer Science ............................................. 130 • English ................................................................ 134 • Islamic Studies ................................................... 138 How to Apply.............................................................. 142 Contacts at a Glance ............................................... 145 02 Chairman’s Message When GIFT University was instituted more than a decade ago in 2002, nobody could tell that a small seed that was planted would, in a short span of time, grow into a shaded tree. I, even at that time, knew that this project would most certainly become one of the best institutions in the region with our commitment and dedication. It was more than just a dream for me and my team. We worked day and night to earn the repute this institution enjoys today. I am a firm believer that hard work always pays off whether you are a student, professional or a businessman. Education demands both attention and hard work with care. Our purpose is to raise the standard of education in the country and be the benchmark for quality education. Being listed in W-4 category of universities is a proof of our commitment. It is an honor we few academic institution can boast of. It has been an eventful journey and a wonderful experience. At GIFT University a student gains something every day, every hour, and every minute. Our modern teaching methodologies and career oriented training groom students into better individuals. They are given Muhammad Anwar Dar full confidence to take up the real world challenges of tomorrow in a Chairman better way. The industry academia linkages are very strong. The gap between theory and practice is narrowed down to the minimum. Students learn and practice simultaneously which gives them better understanding of academic concepts. This is the reason why our alumni are placed at the top management position in the country playing a positive role in society. Our graduates owe their success to the educators who have done a wonderful job in perfecting the skills of students and bringing out the best in them. Our staff has a great combination of local and foreign qualified faculty. Teachers have not only the knowledge but also the exposure to teach in a better way. We have reached a lot of milestones within this brief journey but there is a long way to go. The vision is to keep striving for excellence and keep moving forward by burning the torch of knowledge and wisdom. Muhammad Anwar Dar Chairman 04 Rector’s Message Education is the key factor that differentiates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom. The immense power that is hidden in the sea of knowledge can build nations and prosper countries. The idea behind GIFT University is to deliver the treasure of knowledge to the people of Pakistan. Today the world is a global village. Development at one side of the globe travels to the other side with just a click. Everything is on the fast track. We at GIFT University are up to this challenge and aim to create value in what we teach. Our curriculum is designed and always updated to keep up with the changing times. Case method of teaching, class discussions, video lecturing and seminars make students learn in an interactive environment. Maintaining the high standards of education has been a real challenge. The challenge was overcome by inducting highly qualified faculty and introducing the state of the art facilities to our students. Our faculty includes foreign qualified teachers with the right exposure to gratify the quest of the curious minds. Dr. Qaiser Shehryar Durrani Rector The philosophy behind starting a Professional Development Program is to groom students into confident professionals having both the knowledge and the exposure of their respective fields. Our career-oriented curriculum prepares students to compete in the cut-throat job market. Our alumni are performing well in their respective professions and a good number of them are occupying important places in major institutions of the country. We have a very transparent scholarship program in place to reward the needy and bright students. Financial aid given to students ignites the passion for learning and boasts their self-esteem. By imparting quality education and raising the standards of the university we are determined to make Pakistan a progressive and prosperous country. Education has always proved to be the liberating force for nations as well as individuals. There is every reason to be hopeful that we as a nation would emerge as the most learned, civilized and powerful country among nations by educating ourselves. GIFT University is playing its role and will always cling to its vision and mission. Dr. Qaiser Shehryar Durrani Rector 05 Welcome to GIFT Spacious campus, comprehensive study programs and highly qualified faculty offers you a career driven education. Be a part of one of the most enriching academic institutions in the country and make your dreams come true. GIFT University Pakistan is going through a formative phase. Since inception, Every step taken by the university is well thought of. The the country has not been able to establish even the basic formulation of the curriculum involved scholars, academicians, elements that make a piece of land a country. Health, security, teachers and experts of various disciplines. The curriculum is employment and education were never given priority. Education designed to equip students with the knowledge that could help has been one of the most neglected parts of our national policy. them meet the challenges of the real world. Case method of Only education has the power to fix all our national problems. teaching along with seminars, classroom discussions and Countries that invest heavily on education are the ones that industry visits are part of university’s teaching philosophy. The are most prosperous. We believe that our future can only be career driven curriculum entices students to learn more and secured by imparting quality education to the people. There get rewarded in their professional life. are institutions in Pakistan that realize that education is the lifeline of our country. GIFT University is one such institution. The University works in close coordination with the local industry including Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Established in 2002, the university is mindful of the fact that Industry, NPO, SMEDA, Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce good education can make a good nation. Since GIFT University and industry and Gujranwala Business Center that offer opened its door to the knowledge thirsty students of the country, internship opportunity to students. The Corporate Relationship its alumni has been its goodwill ambassadors. The quality department of the university