Introduction
The COL MBA and MPA programs offered by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) are dynamic, globally recognized degree programs designed to cater to the needs of professionals seeking to advance their careers in management and public administration. The MBA program equips students with essential business acumen, strategic decision-making skills, and leadership capabilities to excel in the corporate world. Meanwhile, the MPA program focuses on building expertise in public sector management, policy analysis, and governance to develop competent leaders for public administration.
A hallmark of these programs is their internationally benchmarked curriculum, designed in collaboration with Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to align with contemporary business and public administration trends. They emphasize practical, case-based learning, ensuring students acquire not only theoretical knowledge but also real-world problem-solving skills. Another distinctive feature is the affordability and accessibility, making quality education available to a broader audience.
Furthermore, the inclusion of research-driven projects empowers students to apply their learning in a practical context, while the flexibility of self-paced learning options ensures learners can balance their studies with professional and personal commitments. Both programs emphasize practical knowledge, case-based learning, and research to ensure students gain a comprehensive understanding of their respective fields, making them competitive in local and international markets.
Objectives:
The mission of Commonwealth MBA/MPA Program is to provide experienced executives and professional with an applied and integrative business/public management education that develops their critical thinking and leadership abilities for better management of resources.
Program Coordinator:
Dr. Muhammad Ehsan Javaid
Lecturer
Ph: 051-9576637/03339969636
Email: col@aiou.edu.pk
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants having 16 years of education from any HEC recognized institution with a minimum 50% marks or 2 CGPA would be eligible to apply.
- A minimum of 03 years Professional Experience.
Duration
Medium of Instruction
Teaching Methodology
Commonwealth MBA/MPA programs have sixteen classes of three hours each for each course. The participation of the students in the classes is compulsory. The classes will be organized to provide the students with proper guidance in course contents through intensive lectures, class assignments and presentations etc. The program of the classes will be chalked out by the Department and intimated to students well in time. Midterm and Final term examinations will be conducted on AIOU main campus only.
AIOU Credits Required
Commonwealth MBA/MPA Program (Common Semester)
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Managing Human Resource |
6661 |
3 |
2. |
Marketing Management |
6662 |
3 |
3. |
Accounting and Finance |
6663 |
3 |
4. |
Economic Environment for Business |
6664 |
3 |
5. |
Electronic Commerce |
6665 |
3 |
Commonwealth MBA/MPA Program (Common Semester)
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Quantitative Techniques |
6666 |
3 |
2. |
Management Information System |
6667 |
3 |
3. |
Operations Management |
6668 |
3 |
4. |
Management and Organization |
6669 |
3 |
5. |
Project Management |
6670 |
3 |
Commonwealth MBA Program
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Research Methodology for Management Decision |
6671 |
3 |
2. |
Total Quality Management |
6672 |
3 |
3. |
Corporate Finance |
6673 |
3 |
4. |
International Marketing |
6674 |
3 |
5. |
Disaster Management |
6675 |
3 |
Commonwealth MPA Program
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Research Methodology for Management Decision |
6671 |
3 |
2. |
Development Planning and Administration |
6676 |
3 |
3. |
Policy Analysis and Implementation |
6677 |
3 |
4. |
Contemporary Administrative System |
6678 |
3 |
5. |
Disaster Management |
6675 |
3 |
Commonwealth MPA Program
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Public Policy |
6683 |
3 |
2. |
Public System Management |
6684 |
3 |
3. |
Business Ethics |
6681 |
3 |
4. |
Business Sustainable Development |
6682 |
3 |
5. |
Research Project |
6690 |
6 |
Commonwealth MBA Program
Sr.# |
Course Title |
Course Code |
Credit Hours |
1. |
Strategic Management |
6679 |
3 |
2. |
Managerial Economics |
6680 |
3 |
3. |
Business Ethics |
6681 |
3 |
4. |
Business Sustainable Development |
6682 |
3 |
5. |
Research Project |
6690 |
6 |