Umeed Digital Certification

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Bankislami Umeed Digital Certification Program​

Program Overview

IBA CICT, in collaboration with BankIslami, is driving a transformative initiative through the Umeed Digital Certification Program—designed to equip aspiring professionals with in-demand skills in Digital Marketing integrated with Artificial Intelligence.

This program stands out for its commitment to accessibility, offering high-quality training entirely free of cost, enabling students from diverse backgrounds to benefit from industry-relevant learning opportunities. With a strong focus on practical application, participants gain hands-on experience in modern digital tools, AI-driven marketing strategies, and data-informed decision-making.

By combining the power of digital marketing with emerging AI capabilities, the Umeed Digital Certification Program prepares individuals to navigate and excel in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. This collaboration reflects IBA CICT’s dedication to empowering youth, fostering innovation, and developing a future-ready workforce capable of contributing meaningfully to economic growth

Introduction

NAVTTC PMYP Batch III at IBA Karachi NAVTTC’s Prime Minister Youth Programme (PMYP) Batch III, in collaboration with IBA-CICT, offers six in-demand technology courses at IBA Karachi. Since 2017, IBA-CICT has been delivering these programs on scholarship, enabling youth to gain practical, industry-relevant digital skills.

Courses Offered at IBA Karachi:

  1. Advanced Python Programming & Applications
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  2. Cyber Security (CEH)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  3. Advanced Web Application Development
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  4. JavaScript Full-Stack (MEAN/MERN)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  5. Artificial Intelligence (ML, DL & Communication)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  6. Digital Marketing & Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
    Afternoon Slot: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (5–6 days a week)
    Evening Slot:     5:00 PM Onwards (5–6 days a week) 

Program Detail

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Venue: IBA City Campus, Garden, Karachi
  • Document Submission: One original educational document will be required after final selection for submission which will be released by the end of the course.
  • Testing Requirement: A General NTS Test will be conducted by NAVTTC and NTS after registration.

Starting From: January 2026 (tentative)

Introduction

NAVTTC PMYP Batch III at IBA Karachi NAVTTC’s Prime Minister Youth Programme (PMYP) Batch III, in collaboration with IBA-CICT, offers six in-demand technology courses at IBA Karachi. Since 2017, IBA-CICT has been delivering these programs on scholarship, enabling youth to gain practical, industry-relevant digital skills.

Courses Offered at IBA Karachi:

  1. Advanced Python Programming & Applications
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  2. Cyber Security (CEH)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  3. Advanced Web Application Development
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  4. JavaScript Full-Stack (MEAN/MERN)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  5. Artificial Intelligence (ML, DL & Communication)
    (5:00 PM Onwards | 5–6 days a week)
  6. Digital Marketing & Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
    Afternoon Slot: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (5–6 days a week)
    Evening Slot:     5:00 PM Onwards (5–6 days a week) 

Program Detail

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Venue: IBA City Campus, Garden, Karachi
  • Document Submission: One original educational document will be required after final selection for submission which will be released by the end of the course.
  • Testing Requirement: A General NTS Test will be conducted by NAVTTC and NTS after registration.

Starting From: January 2026 (tentative)

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Check Eligibility
    Review the eligibility criteria for your desired trade.
Course / Trade Name Eligible Degrees (Education Level) Eligible Disciplines / Specializations
Cyber Security (CEH) · BS (16 Years)
· Bachelors (14 Years)
· 5th Semester Onwards Students
· Masters
· MPhil/MS (18 Years)
· PhD		 · Computer Science
· Information Technology
· Software Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Mathematics
· Statistics
· Economics
· Physics
· Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· MIS
Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Communication) ·· BS (16 Years)
· Bachelors (14 Years)
· 5th Semester Onwards Students
· Masters
· MPhil/MS (18 Years)
· PhD		 · Computer Science
· Information Technology
· Software Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Mathematics
· Statistics
· Economics
· Physics
· Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· MIS
Advance Python Programming & Applications · BS (16 Years)
· Bachelors (14 Years)
· 5th Semester Onwards Students
· Masters
· MPhil/MS (18 Years)
· PhD		 · Computer Science
· Information Technology
· Software Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Mathematics
· Statistics
· Economics
· Physics
· Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· MIS
Advance Web Application Development · BS (16 Years)
· Bachelors (14 Years)
· 5th Semester Onwards Students
· Masters
· MPhil/MS (18 Years)
· PhD		 · Computer Science
· Information Technology
· Software Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Mathematics
· Statistics
· Economics
· Physics
· Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· MIS
JavaScript Fullstack (MEAN / MERN) · BS (16 Years)
· Bachelors (14 Years)
· 5th Semester Onwards Students
· Masters
· MPhil/MS (18 Years)
· PhD		 · Computer Science
· Information Technology
· Software Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Mathematics
· Statistics
· Economics
· Physics
· Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· MIS
Digital Marketing & Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Intermediate (FA/ FSc/ ICom/ ICS/ A-Levels or equivalent) or higher ANY background (All fields welcome)
· Pre-Medical
· Pre-Engineering
· Computer Science
· Arts / Humanities
· Commerce
· General Science
· DAE (3 years)
· Bachelor’s / Master’s / PhD (any field)

 

  1. Fill Both Required Forms
    • NAVTTC Official Form: (In the Trade Selection section, select District: Karachi South to choose
      IBA Karachi.)
      (In the Trade Selection section, select Sector: Information Technology to choose IBA Karachi.)
    • IBA Karachi Google Form

  2. Submit & Confirm
    Make sure both forms are submitted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  3. NTS Test
    A General NTS Test will be conducted by NAVTTC/NTS after registration.
  4. Contact for Help
    Email: cict-sdp@iba.edu.pk
    Phone: 021-30104700 | 021-30104701 (Ext: 1146, 1154)
  5. Stay Updated
    Join our WhatsApp community and follow our social media pages for announcements.

Key Benefits

  • 90% Hands-on Practical Training – Focused on real-world skills to make you job-ready.
  • Access to Job Fairs, Symposiums, and Industry Market – Network with top employers and explore career opportunities.
  • Certification Opportunities:
    1. NAVTTC National Certificate
    2. For top-performing candidates, sponsorship for relevant international certification
    3. IBA Karachi Certificate

Additional Benefits:

  • Industry-Relevant Curriculum – Courses designed in collaboration with professionals to match current market demands.
  • Global Employability Skills – Learn skills recognized nationally and internationally, enhancing your career prospects.
  • Mentorship & Career Guidance – Receive guidance from experienced faculty and industry experts.

Click on the following button to view Course Outlines (respectively).

Advance Python Programming
Advance Web Application Development
AI Machine Learning Deep Learning
Cyber Security CEH
Full Stack Developer
Digital Marketing and SEO

Scholarship Program

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Level of the Course

Intermediate to Expert

Batch

1

Alumni

50+

Duration

3 Months

Registration Status

To Be Announced

Last Date to Apply

14th December 2025

Commencement Month

To Be Announced

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Course Overview

This program offers a deep dive into advanced Excel functionalities, providing practical solutions to improve data analysis and reporting accuracy. Participants will explore powerful tools such as Power Query, Power Pivot, and advanced formulas to tackle real-world challenges in finance, marketing, HR, and supply chain management.

Introduction to Advanced Excel

  • Build on basic Excel skills to master advanced features for data management and analysis.
  • Learn to work efficiently with large datasets and automate repetitive tasks.

Custom Formatting (Dates, Data, Reports)

  • Gain expertise in custom formatting for dates, currency, and reports to enhance data clarity.
  • Understand conditional formatting to highlight important data points.

Operational Formulas (Relative & Absolute References)

  • Master advanced Excel formulas such as SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, and INDEX-MATCH for complex calculations.
  • Learn to use relative and absolute references to ensure accuracy in multi-cell formulas.

Data Validation, Dropdowns, Duplications

  • Implement data validation rules to ensure clean, error-free data entry.
  • Create dropdown lists and prevent duplicate entries to streamline workflows.

Goal Seeking, Scenario Manager, Data Tools

  • Use Excel’s Goal Seek and Scenario Manager to forecast and analyze various business scenarios.
  • Apply data tools like Tracing Precedents & Dependents to optimize formula accuracy.

Advanced Formulas – Lookup, Conditional Logics, IF Statements

  • Explore complex lookup formulas and conditional logic (IF, AND, OR) to handle intricate datasets.
  • Build powerful dynamic models for decision-making and analysis.

Power Pivot, Table Analysis, Data Connections, Macros

  • Dive into Power Pivot to work with large datasets, create relationships, and build data models.
  • Automate repetitive tasks using macros and learn how to connect external data sources.

Power Query, BI in Excel, Dashboard Reporting

  • Streamline data transformation using Power Query for cleaner, organized data.
  • Create interactive dashboards and business intelligence reports using Excel’s built-in tools.

Case Studies: Marketing, Finance, HR, & Supply Chain

  • Solve real-world business problems through case studies focused on key industries like finance, HR, and supply chain.
  • Learn how to apply advanced Excel skills to specific business scenarios.

Microsoft Visual Basic, Scripting

  • Gain hands-on experience with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to automate Excel tasks.
  • Write scripts to extend Excel’s functionality and increase efficiency.

Data Structuring

  • Learn to structure data efficiently for better analysis and reporting.
  • Understand data normalization, denormalization, and how to create robust
  • Practical Expertise: Learn to create accurate financial reports, dashboards, and business analysis models.
  • Time-Saving Techniques: Automate repetitive tasks, saving you hours of manual work.
  • Career Growth: Develop highly marketable skills in Excel, which are essential for career advancement in data-driven roles.
  • Recognition: Receive an Advanced MS Excel Certification, validating your expertise and boosting your professional profile.

Program Fee

  • Program fee PKR 40,000/- (excluding SST), must be submitted before the commencement of classes (Discounts are Available).
  • A special incentive of a 10% discount is available for those who choose to pay the full program fee in advance.

Installment Plan

We provide a flexible installment plan that consists of two payments:

  • The initial installment amount is 20,000.
  • The second installment amount is 20,000.

Program Duration

2 – Months program

Timings

  • Monday: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Student Policy

  • It is essential for program participants to fulfill the requirement of clearing the program fee.
  • Non-compliance with fee payment may result in termination from the program.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum Qualification: A levels/ Intermediate.

Syed Aftab Ahmed

Aftab Ahmed is a highly experienced Data Analytics expert with a rich background in handling complex datasets, drawing actionable insights, and developing sophisticated forecasting models. With his extensive expertise in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, he has consistently delivered innovative solutions that drive business growth. As the Manager of Analytics & Sales Operations at KEENU Pakistan, Aftab plays a critical role in optimizing data strategies and operations, enhancing decision-making processes. His association with IBA CICT as a lead trainer has allowed him to share his deep knowledge in Power BI, Data Analysis, and Advanced MS Excel with a wide range of professionals. Aftab’s hands-on teaching approach, combined with his real-world industry experience, equips participants with both the theoretical understanding and practical skills needed to excel in data analytics. He brings a wealth of knowledge, empowering individuals to leverage data for better business outcomes.

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