ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s prestigious Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), Islamabad, has appointed Sarwar Khawaja as the Distinguished Professor of Practice in Business Administration.
Khawaja, currently serving as the Chairman of the Board at Oxford Business College, brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished career in business education. With a robust background in both academia and industry, Khawaja will contribute to the university’s mission of fostering academic excellence and practical expertise.
In his role as Distinguished Professor of Practice, Khawaja will focus on bridging the gap between academic theories and real-world business practices. His extensive experience at Oxford Business College, where he has been instrumental in shaping future business leaders, will be invaluable to QAU’s students and faculty. He will not draw any remuneration for the stated role.
QAU Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, expressed his enthusiasm for Khawaja’s appointment, stating, “We are honored to welcome Sarwar Khawaja and are looking forward to benefitting from his expertise. His vision and leadership in business education are aligned with our goals of nurturing innovative and socially responsible business leaders. We are confident that his contributions will elevate our Business Administration program to new heights.”
Sarwar Khawaja’s distinguished career spans over three decades, during which he has made significant contributions to business education. His tenure at Oxford Business College is marked by numerous achievements, including the development of innovative curricula, establishment of strategic industry partnerships, and fostering a culture of excellence among students and faculty.
Commenting on his new role, Khawaja said, “I am thrilled to join Quaid-i-Azam University, a prestigious institution with a strong commitment to academic excellence and societal impact. I look forward to working with the talented students and faculty at QAU, and to contributing to the university’s tradition of excellence in business education.”
Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, is a premier and top-ranked higher education institution in Pakistan, renowned for its academic excellence and research contributions. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, fostering an environment of intellectual growth and innovation.