With over 64 percent of Pakistan’s population under the age of 30, IBA-CED leads the way in not only fostering innovation and creativity but also serves as a catalyst for a better tomorrow for this burgeoning youth bulge.
To cultivate a dynamic culture of creativity and innovation, empowering the next generation to drive impactful change through sustainable, inclusive entrepreneurship that fosters positive societal growth.
To empower the community by fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, enabling sustainable growth and expansion of Pakistan's entrepreneurial ecosystem, and driving meaningful contributions to the country’s socio-economic development.
"I invite you to immerse yourself in a world of possibilities. Together, let us push boundaries, challenge conventions, and unlock the potential that resides within us"
MESSAGE BY DR. LALARUKH EJAZ
Director
IBA's Center for Entrepreneurial Development
IBA-CED was launched back in 2009 joining hands with Babson College, a leading business school in the United States, to enhance the centre’s capacity to train the IBA community everything entrepreneurship.
In a short span of time, IBA-CED has been able to leave an indelible mark across Pakistan. With more than 10,500 students and 1,000 faculty members in more than 25 cities benefiting from these programs. More than 300 businesses have completed our incubation program which in turn created 2,000 jobs and 1,400 internships.
The course was unconventional & different in a refreshing and motivating sense.
I am proud that Asqurr stood second in the startup competition by IBA, sponsored by Oxfam. It was such a great opportunity to be part of this competition. I am thankful to IBA CED and Oxfam for organizing this competition.