Introduction

Entrepreneurship is a cross-functional approach which deals with the willingness to take risks and develop, organize and manage a business venture in a competitive global marketplace that is constantly evolving. Entrepreneurship is a key driver of our economy. Wealth and a high majority of jobs are created by small businesses started by entrepreneurially minded individuals, many of whom go on to create big businesses.

Entrepreneurship, adds value to the economy including educational institutes, commercial enterprises, social welfare departments, strategic organizations etc. That’s why entrepreneurship education and its successful implementation would not only generate jobs and income; it will also facilitate innovation and stimulates transfer of wealth, knowledge, and skills. One can easily believe that Entrepreneurship is essential for a country economic growth and enduring progress. Even we cannot deny the contribution of entrepreneurship for the society.

Considering the significance of entrepreneurship for economy and society, the Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship has been developed to meet the needs of those professionals who want to establish and enhance insight into theoretical as well as practical knowledge of entrepreneurship & innovation management; strategies, theories, and challenges.

OBJECTIVES:

Key objectives of Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship are:

  • To provide basic understanding, concepts and practices about entrepreneurship.
  • To enable students to develop the insight needed to discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities.
  • To equip students with knowledge and skills to successfully start and manage their own businesses to take advantage of these opportunities.
  • To help entrepreneurship professionals in their career advancement and growth.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants with at least 14 years of education in any discipline (BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/Associate Degree Programs 2-years and others) from HEC recognized institution with at least second division (45% marks) would be eligible to apply.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE:
  1. Admission in Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship is proposed to be offered once/twice a year as decided. Applications will be invited through the daily newspapers/ AIOU website and other advertisements as per AIOU policy.
  2. The candidates will be required to deposit fee in the designated branches of banks or through TELECOS procedure.

Duration

Minimum duration of the diploma in Entrepreneurship would be of 1 year, comprising 2 semesters. Students would be required to study 10 courses of 3 credit hours each (total 30 credit hours course load).

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction and examination would be English Language.

Teaching Methodology

  1. The Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship will be offered through Open and Distance Learning Pedagogy- (online classes, workshops as well as tutorial support) all over Pakistan.
  2. Students will be provided complete study material in soft form including assignments, course outlines and suggested readings.
  3. Students will be provided tutorial support as per AIOU educational system.

EVALUATION SCHEME

As per AIOU policy.

Assignments:

Students will submit two assignments of each course to their tutors as per schedule for evaluation, who will return after upload the same after marking and providing necessary academic guidance.

Workshops and Presentation

At the end of each semester, workshops for the courses of this programme. Students would be required to deliver mandatory presentations of their 2nd assignments during workshop. No relaxation on any ground will be provided to the students in this regard.

 

Requirements for Award of Post Graduate Diploma:

Following are the requirements for the award of Post Graduate Diploma:

  1. Successful completion of all courses
  2. The students who intend to discontinue PGD after first semester may be offered a certificate of passed courses as to be determined by university.

Scheme of Studies: The Post Graduate Diploma program would be offered with specialization in Entrepreneurship. The semester wise offering of courses is as under:

S.No.

Codes

Course Title

Credit Hours

1

9501

Fundamentals of Business

3 (3+0)

2

9502

Professional Communication

3 (3+0)

3

9503

Management Theory and Practice

3 (3+0)

4

9551

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

3 (3+0)

5

9505

Computer Applications for Business

3 (3+0)

S. No.

Codes

Course Title

Credit Hours

1

9552

Innovation Management

3 (3+0)

2

9553

Entrepreneurial Finance

3 (3+0)

3

9554

Marketing for Entrepreneurs

3 (3+0)

4

9555

Entrepreneurial Supply Chain

3 (3+0)

5

9556

New Venture Planning & Launch

3 (3+0)

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.