The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) and IBA Karachi have joined forces to introduce a Diploma in Leadership Aviation Management, aimed at equipping aviation professionals with modern leadership and management skills. This collaboration reflects a shared vision to enhance industry expertise and drive sustainable growth in Pakistan’s aviation sector.
Agreement Signing Ceremony
The agreement was signed on March 28, 2025, at PAA Headquarters by Air Vice Marshal Zeeshan Saeed SI(M), Director General of PAA, and Prof. Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director & Chairman of IBA Karachi. Senior officials, including Deputy Director General Airports Sadiq Ur Rehman and Deputy Director General Works & Development Sumair Saeed, attended the event. The gathering also included aviation industry leaders, CEOs, COOs, and directors from Pakistan’s top aviation firms.
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A Step Toward Industry Growth
The Diploma in Leadership Aviation Management will offer professionals comprehensive training in aviation strategy, decision-making, and operational leadership. The program will blend academic knowledge with real-world insights, preparing aviation leaders to tackle evolving industry challenges.
Enhancing Aviation Education
He noted that this collaboration would introduce global perspectives into aviation education, benefiting both students and professionals.
The diploma will be open to aviation industry professionals seeking to expand their leadership skills.
Shaping the Future of Aviation Leadership
This partnership represents a major milestone in Pakistan’s aviation sector. By fostering industry-academia collaboration, it aims to develop human capital, strengthen leadership capabilities, and enhance competitiveness in the global aviation market. However with this initiative, PAA and IBA Karachi are paving the way for a dynamic and skilled workforce ready to lead the future of aviation.
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