The Vice Chancellor of the University of Karachi, Professor Dr. Khalid Mahmood Iraqi inaugurated the UBIT Career Fest 2023 at the Department of Computer Sciences (DCS), UBIT Building. The event featured numerous software houses and IT companies conducting interviews for internships and jobs while offering positions to selected students.
Dr. Khalid Iraqi emphasised the importance of students gaining proficiency in IT products, applications, tools, and software, given the rapid changes in the dynamic IT industry. He noted the abundant opportunities available to students in this evolving field, stressing the significance of dedication and hard work.
IT has revolutionised daily life and presents a vast global job market. Job fairs like this benefit students, universities, and industries by connecting students with immediate job opportunities and helping enterprises find suitable talent. Dr. Khalid Iraqi highlighted the pivotal role such events play in strengthening the workforce and understanding market needs.
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Dr. Nadeem Mahmood, Chairman of DCS-UBIT, discussed the department's commitment to training students in the latest industry trends. The department collaborates with software houses and IT companies to update the curriculum and showcase students' achievements. The Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) Director, Dr. Syeda Hoorulain, announced the upcoming Entrepreneur Lab, facilitating students and faculty. ORIC and the University's Business Incubation Centre (KUBIC) work to bridge academia and industry, fostering innovative products.
Representatives from software houses and IT companies shared insights into market trends and their organisations' needs, highlighting the importance of entrepreneurship. The event aimed to connect students with career opportunities and enhance their understanding of the evolving IT landscape.
Published in The Express Tribune, November 8th, 2023.
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