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The Associate Degree in Business & IT is a dynamic two-year degree designed to integrate business acumen with cutting-edge information technology expertise. Spanning over eight semesters, this full-time program equips students with essential skills in both domains, preparing them for the rapidly evolving business and technology sectors. The curriculum is continuously updated to reflect industry needs and ensure that graduates are equipped with practical, relevant knowledge to succeed in their careers.
The vision of the Associate Degree in Business & IT is to develop innovative leaders who integrate business strategies with technological expertise, driving digital transformation across industries. We aim to empower students to become forward-thinking professionals contributing to the global economy with creativity, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making.
The mission of the Associate Degree in Business & IT at IMS Lahore is to bridge the gap between business and technology, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to excel in both fields. We aim to nurture adaptable professionals capable of leading and innovating in a technology-driven business world.
The following are the key objectives of the Associate Degree in Business & IT at IMS Lahore:
To equip students with a strong foundation in both business and information technology, enabling them to effectively address complex challenges in the modern business world.
To foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills that support strategic decision-making in technology-driven business environments.
To develop practical expertise in emerging technologies, empowering students to innovate and lead digital transformation initiatives.
To enhance students’ communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities, preparing them for success in collaborative and dynamic professional settings.
To cultivate an ethical mindset, emphasizing responsible decision-making in both business and technology practices.
To provide industry-relevant knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring that graduates are prepared to thrive in diverse business and IT roles.
The following are the key outcomes of the Associate Degree in Business & IT at IMS Lahore:
Graduates will possess a solid understanding of both business principles and information technology, enabling them to analyze and solve complex challenges in a variety of professional contexts.
Students will demonstrate proficiency in using emerging technologies to drive innovation and enhance business operations.
Graduates will exhibit strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to tackle real-world issues in business and IT settings.
Students will be able to effectively communicate technical and business concepts to diverse audiences, fostering collaboration and driving successful outcomes.
Graduates will be equipped to lead and manage teams in technology-driven environments, contributing to organizational success.
Students will develop a strong ethical foundation, ensuring responsible and sustainable practices in both business and technology fields.
Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years schooling/A-Level (HSSC)/F.Sc/F.A/I.Com/D.Com/DAE or Equivalent with Mathematics is required for admission.
Equivalency certificate by IBCC will be required in case of education from another country or system.
Students who have not studied Mathematics at the Intermediate level will be required to pass deficiency courses in Mathematics (06 credits) during the first two semesters.
The minimum duration for completion of Associate Degree in Business & IT is two (2) years and a maximum period of three (3) years to complete Associate Degree in Business & IT requirements.
Course Code | Course Title (Semester I) | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
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BIT-601 | Quantitative Reasoning – 1 | 3 | - |
BIT-602 | Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) | 2 + 1 | - |
BIT-603 | Functional English | 3 | - |
BIT-620 | Programming Fundamentals | 3 + 1 | - |
BIT-611 | Pak-Studies | 2 | - |
BIT-621 | Principles of Management | 3 | - |
Semester Credit Hours | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title (Semester II) | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
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BIT-604 | Quantitative Reasoning – 2 | 3 | Quantitative Reasoning – 1 |
BIT-605 | Expository Writing | 3 | Functional English |
BIT-606 | Islamic Studies/Ethics | 2 | - |
BIT-622 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 + 1 | PF |
BIT-607 | Sociology | 2 | - |
BIT-608 | Fehm-e-Quran-I | 1 | - |
BIT-623 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 3 | |
Semester Credit Hours | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title (Semester III) | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
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BIT-627 | Human Resource Management | 3 | - |
BIT-609 | Civics and Community Engagement | 2 | - |
BIT-625 | Database Systems | 3 + 1 | - |
BIT-610 | Philosophy | 2 | - |
BIT-617 | Foreign Language | 3 | - |
BIT-626 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | - |
Semester Credit Hours | 17 |
Course Code | Course Title (Semester IV) | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
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BIT-612 | Entrepreneurship | 2 | - |
BIT-631 | Business Finance | 3 | Fundamentals of Accounting |
BIT-615 | Environmental Sciences | 3 | - |
BIT-616 | Economics | 3 | - |
BIT-613 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2 | - |
BIT-614 | Fehm-e-Quran-II | 1 | - |
Semester Credit Hours | 14 |
Admission Fee (one time) | Rs. 10,000 |
Registration fee (one time) | Rs. 10,000 |
Miscellaneous charges (per semester) | Rs. 10,000 |
Tuition fee (per credit hour) | Rs. 6,300 |
If enrolled in 06 courses totaling 18 CrHrs, the total tuition fee for the semester fee will be | Rs. 113,400 |
Total Fee | Rs 501,000 |
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