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The Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) Program is a two-year in-depth course of study that combines coursework and a master’s dissertation. The Program aims to equip the candidate with a thorough understanding of the Principles of business theory and its application in various fields. Its also aims to enable the candidate to think systematically and to apply quantitative methods to business problems
General Coursework Requirement
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The Minimum coursework requirement at IQRA is 36 credit hours of studies and a thesis. |
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The coursework requirement of every individual enrolled in the M.Phil program differs in the area of specialization based on his/her academic deficiency and the HEC requirement |
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Total courses to be completed is communicated to at the time of admission interview |
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The program comprises three types of courses: |
Core Methodologies Courses are mandatory for all students. Students enrolled in he M.Phil Program must complete six core courses.
Specialization Courses provide broad knowledge in each of the three fields or tracks (Marketing, Finance, and Management)and are mandatory. Students enrolled in the M.Phil Program must complete three specialization courses.
Elective Courses give students the opportunity to develop a rich and varied background, consistent with individual preferences and needs. Students are required to take at least one elective course in some field other than their own specialization area. |
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PROGRAM DETAILS |
| Duration |
2 years |
| Number of Courses |
10-12 Courses Plus Thesis |
| Number of Credit Hours |
36-42 Cr. Hours |
| CGPA required for the award of the Degree |
2.5 minimum |
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA |
i. Following applicants are eligible for admission in an M.Phil Programme:
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Old MBA/MPA/M.com/ICMA/ICA/B.com (4 years). |
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BBA 4-year programme with a minimum of 136 credit hours. |
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An applicant must have a minimum 2nd division or 2.5 CGPA on a scale of 4. |
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Applicants from recognized universalities / degree awarding institutions which award degree on division basis must have a minimum of 2nd division in the relevant field of study provided the Division is mentioned on the Degree/Transcript. |
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Applicants from recognized universities / degree awarding institutions which award degrees on CGPA basis must have a minimum of 2.5 CGPA on a scale of 4 in the relevant field of study as mentioned on Degree / Transcript. If the institution is working on a scale other than 4, the CGPA will be converted to a scale of 4. |
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Institutions which mention both division and CGPA on the Degree / Transcript must meet either of the two conditions mentioned below |
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CGPA of 2.5 or above (on a scale of 4) |
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Or 1st Division |
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Applicants having a foreign degree are required to provide the equivalence certificate from Higher Education Commission. |
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The number of required credit hours for the award of a degree will be according to the policies of the Higher Education Commission. |
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| COURSE MATRIX FOR M.PHIL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION |
M.Phil 2 years Program
(18 Years of Education) |
Code |
Course Name |
CREDIT HOURS |
| ASC661 |
STATISTICAL INFERENCE |
3 |
| ECO601 |
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS |
3 |
| MGT692 |
QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES IN ANALYSIS |
3 |
| MGT731 |
PHILOSOPHY OF RESEARCH |
3 |
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SPECILIZATION-1 |
3 |
| BUS612 |
ADVANCE RESEARCH METHODOLOGY |
3 |
| MGT691 |
MANAGEMENT SCIENCES |
3 |
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SPECILIZATION-2 |
3 |
| MGT641 |
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT |
3 |
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SPECILIZATION-3 |
3 |
| BUS711-2 |
THESIS-I |
3 |
| BUS711-2 |
THESIS-II |
3 |
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