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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

The minimum period required for its completion will be 2 years while maximum period 04 years. If student fails to complete the COL MBA/MPA Program in 04 years, the University shall not be liable to award the degree.

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction and examination will be English only.

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

The program consists of 63 credit hours.

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

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

About

The Allama Iqbal Open University was established in May, 1974, with the main objectives of providing educational opportunities to masses and to those who cannot leave their homes and jobs. During all these past years, the University has more than fulfilled this promise.