CITE

CITE is a 12 weeks fast-paced business and technology training program offered by IBA’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (IBA-CED). It is designed for individuals who want to build, launch, and scale technology-enabled startups. The program combines core entrepreneurial training with technology-focused business frameworks, giving participants the skills and experience needed to turn ideas into viable tech ventures.

WHY CITE

  • Build a real tech startup - from idea to MVP to launch
  • Learn from IBA faculty, top industry experts
  • Master marketing that gets you noticed - digital and creative, attention-grabbing campaigns to acquire customers
  • Expand your network of founders, mentors, and investors
  • Weekend format designed for working professionals

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • Business models: SaaS, Platform, Subscription, API, Premium
  • Use AI for ideation, research, marketing, agile execution, product management, and leading tech teams
  • Legal basics: agreements, company setup, IP protection, and international expansion

WHO SHOULD JOIN

  • Individuals aged 18 years and above with a tech background and an interest in tech startups.
  • Freelancers transitioning into founders
  • Tech grads needing business & entrepreneurship skills
  • Business grads building a tech startup

PROGRAM DETAILS

  • 12 Weeks | Weekends | IBA City Campus
  • Fee: PKR 80,000 (+3% SST) per participant

 

Note: After submitting your interview fee receipt, an interview with CED management will be scheduled. Participants from Karachi can pay Rs. 1,000 at any UBL or Meezan Bank branch. Applicants from outside Karachi should submit a pay order of Rs. 1,000 made in favor of IBA Karachi.