Faculty of Management & Social Sciences

School of Business Administration & Social Sciences

Eight programs spanning business, finance, psychology and media — built on ethical values, industry-aligned curricula and NBEAC-guided academic standards.

8
Degree & diploma programs
NBEAC
Accreditation guidelines
130–142
BS credit hours
8
Specializations offered
About the School

Professionals for the emerging needs of the market

The Business Administration & Social Sciences School is akin to produce professionals suitable for the emerging needs of the market. We strongly believe that the educational environment, curriculum and teaching methodologies must lead to instilment of ethical and moral values coherent with the culture and religion of our society. To achieve these objectives, the programs offered by the School of Business Administration & Social Sciences place a strong emphasis on ethical values.

The school offers an array of different programs which includes PhD, MS, MBA, BBA, BS-Psychology, BS Accounting and Finance, BS Media Studies & Mass Communication & Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology. In an era of globalization, the need of business education is vital for the success of any business. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to impart knowledge and our programs are designed in such a balanced way that not only cover the academic aspect but also provide the opportunity of research and interaction with business and industry. The aim of programs is to combine professional skill development with a critical awareness of the issues involved in learning and managing, complex organizations, with a particular emphasis on Business education, Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management and Management Skills.

BS-Psychology program aims to guide students by ethics bringing in awareness, sensitivity and skill to work with wide array of clients by assessing, diagnosing and treating variety of psychological problems. Moreover, the program aims to create strong understanding of research and their use in clinical practice. Apart from that, Iqra National University is a place with countless opportunities. The purpose built campus with state-of-the-art facilities provides a unique learning experience for the student and help them grow both personally and intellectually.

Vision

To emerge as a leading school of business and social sciences aiming to achieve academic excellence to meet the global standards, market dynamism with the sense of corporate social responsibility.

Mission

To serve society through innovation in learning, advancement in research, exploring knowledge in diverse range of disciplines, with national and international collaborations; and to enable the students in problem-solving, developing their interpersonal and entrepreneurial skills.

Leadership Messages

From the Dean and the Principal

Dean's Message
Prof. Dr. Adil Adnan
Dean, Faculty of Management & Social Sciences

On behalf of all our faculty, staff members, and students, I welcome you all to the IQRA National University. As Dean of the Management & Social Sciences, I'm exceptionally honored of the rich tradition of providing practical, experience-based education that IQRA National University has upheld since its founding. Schools under the Faculty of Management & Social Sciences, INU prepare the students to become leaders with the moral depth and intellectual intensity necessary to meet the challenges of a time of critical transition in society.

Principal's Message
Dr. Faisal Sheraz
Principal, School of Business Administration & Social Sciences

Academic excellence, leadership development, social responsibility

It is a privilege to serve as the Head of the School of Business Administration & Social Sciences at Iqra National University, Peshawar. The School is firmly committed to academic excellence, leadership development, and social responsibility. We provide a dynamic learning environment that fosters intellectual growth, professional competence, and strong ethical values, enabling our students to emerge as skilled professionals and responsible contributors to society.

Programs Offered

Eight programs across business, psychology and media

Select a program to view its overview, credit-hour structure, published scheme of studies and admission eligibility.

Bachelor's

BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

Credit Hours
130 CH
Duration
4 Years, 8 semesters

Course Overview

It is a four years' program consists of eight semesters, 47 courses and 130 credit hours. The duration for degree completion is 4 years. The program is based on three key elements. Element one consists of grounding in the core courses which are essential to business management. The second consists of general courses from education and supporting courses from variety of fields to pillar the critical and innovative thinking related to dynamic business environment. The third element consists of specialized courses in the field of Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management and Digital Marketing.

Specializations

  • 1Finance
  • 2Marketing
  • 3Human Resource Management
  • 4Project Management
  • 5Digital Marketing

Scheme of Studies

Business CoreHEI Decided CoreInterdisciplinaryGeneral EducationElectiveProject / Internship

  • GEN-111
    Quantitative Reasoning-I
    General Education3
  • GEN-112
    Functional English
    General Education3
  • GEN-113
    Applications of Information & Communication Technologies
    General Education3
  • MGT-112
    Principles of Management
    Business Core3
  • MGT-111
    HEI Decided Core Course-I (Intro to Business / Fundamentals of Business Management)
    HEI Decided Core3
  • IDC-211
    Interdisciplinary Course-I (Introduction to Economics)
    Interdisciplinary3

Total Credit Hours: 130
Admission Criteria
  1. 1.HSSC, A Levels or Equivalent with Minimum 50% Marks as per HEC criteria.
  2. 2.Entry Test & Interview as per HEC Policy.
Faculty

Scholars, practitioners and researchers

Faculty across management sciences, finance, psychology, media studies and social sciences.

Leadership & Professors

Prof. Dr. Adil Adnan
Dean
Ph.D (Management Sciences)
Dr. Faisal Sheraz
Principal / Associate Professor
Ph.D Management Sciences
Prof. Dr. Amna Ali
Associate Dean
Ph.D (Management Sciences)
Prof. Dr. Liaqat Ali
Professor
Ph.D (Mathematics)
Dr. Alam Zeb Khattak
Associate Professor / Head of Psychology Program
Ph.D Psychology
Dr. Naveed Azeem
Associate Professor
Ph.D Finance
Dr. Arshad Iqbal
Associate Professor
Ph.D Finance

Assistant Professors

Dr. Asad Ullah
Assistant Professor
Ph.D (Management Science)
Dr. Zaigham Abbas
Assistant Professor
MS (Marketing)
Dr. Azmat Ali Shah
Assistant Professor
MS (Management)
Dr. Abdus Salam
Assistant Professor
Ph.D Psychology
Dr. Mudassar Abdullah
Assistant Professor
Ph.D Psychology
Alumni Voices

In our graduates’ words

My journey at INU has been the most valuable and memorable part of my life. Besides my education it has given numerous amazing memories, which I can hold on to for eternity, seeing how the institute has grown and is growing further makes me proud. The department that makes me proud the most is the Career Development Centre: till now we had only heard about career drives being conducted in IM|Sciences, it was a myth to us. But the dedication on continuous effort of this particular department has brought dozens of employer to the institute to conduct career drives. Lucky you, now more sending your CV to places! I wish all the best to everyone who is part of this glorious institution, enjoy it and make the most of it while u still can.

Jalal Hussain Shah
Alumnus, School of Business Administration & Social Sciences

I had a splendid experience at IQRA National University. Including academic excellence, students at INU are also provided with the knowledge regarding realistic aspects of life and are continuously improved for career advancement. The faculty members have been a fruitful figure in engraving in us the sense of accountability, curiosity to learn and the enthusiasm to move beyond our potential. I, not only chose INU for my bachelor's degree but for master's program as well. INU not only caters with knowledge but also with character building and career development. This institute has the excellent, skilled, professional and highly qualified teaching staff which ensures the future of the students is in the best hands and they are at the right direction to turn into successful leaders, no matter which ever subject or program they select.

Mominah Riaz
Alumna, School of Business Administration & Social Sciences
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