Events 2025
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Summit on ‘Transforming Higher Education: Shaping the Future of ODL’ organized by QAA, HEC
Quality Assurance Professionals from FJWU attended Summit on ‘Transforming Higher Education: Shaping the Future of ODL’ organized by QAA, HEC, held on 29 September at Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.
HEC Governance Review at FJWU
The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) at Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) successfully organized and facilitated two days HEC Governance Review (dated 28th-29th Aug, 2025). The HEC’s team included Prof. Dr. Syed Afaq Haider (IM Sciences, Peshawar) and Mr. Furqan Ali (I-Consult), in collaboration with QEC Team conducted a thorough two-day evaluation at Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU), Rawalpindi in liaison with Prof. Dr. Bushra Yasmin, Director QEC, as the focal person.
The team assessed FJWU’s governance in areas such as Strategic Planning, Academic Governance, Financial Governance and Human Resource Governance, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. The review team engaged with key stakeholders including the Registrar, Additional Treasurer, Controller of Examinations, Director ORIC, Deans, Heads of Departments, and Heads of all Administrative Offices, Faculty, Staff and Student representatives.
The Review Team appreciated the commitment and progress shown by the Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) in terms of its consistent approach and measures to maintain good governance.
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THE Sustainability Impact Ratings
In collaboration with Time Higher Education (THE) and SDGs Research & Resource Centre an exclusive Webinar was conducted on THE Sustainability Impact Ratings on August 28, 2025. The session featured Mr. Ritin Malhotra (Times Higher Education) as the keynote speaker, and Prof. Dr. Bushra Yasmin, Director QEC as a panelist and also served as the event organizer.
Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE)
Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) at Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) successfully conducted its annual Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE) under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Bushra Mirza (Pride of Performance, T.I.). Led by Dr. Sajjad Haider, Director QEC, NUML, as the external evaluator, the review followed HEC’s PSG-2023 framework, covering 16 key standards through presentations, departmental visits, and stakeholder engagement. The evaluation team appreciated the university’s efficient digital documentation, strategic planning, and initiatives like SCALE for student engagement. This comprehensive review reaffirmed FJWU’s commitment to continuous quality improvement, institutional transparency, and academic excellence.
Social Media & Media Coverage – Review of Institutional Performance & Enhancement (RIPE)
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Program Review for Effectiveness and Enhancement (PREE)
On February 4, 2025, Fatima Jinnah Women University’s Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) organized a one-day training workshop on Program Review for Effectiveness and Enhancement (PREE), led by Dr. Muhammad Iftikhar Ali from Iqra University. Prof. Dr. Bushra Yasmin, Director of QEC at FJWU, opened the session by emphasizing the importance of PREE in enhancing academic programs and guided participants through the pilot review process. The workshop aimed to strengthen academic quality through self-assessment practices aligned with HEC standards. Dr. Iftikhar provided detailed insights into program objectives, curriculum design, faculty roles, and support services. Participants engaged in hands-on activities to draft Self-Assessment Reports (SARs). Ms. Nosheen Naz concluded with a vote of thanks. The workshop reinforced FJWU’s commitment to academic excellence and institutional improvement.
Social Media & Media Publication – Programme Review & Evaluation Exercise (PREE)
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News Article: FJWU Strengthens Academic Standards – The News
Workshop on “Revisiting Outcome-Based Education to Enhance Employability”
The Quality Enhancement Cell at Fatima Jinnah Women University, in collaboration with the Center for Learning Excellence, hosted a one day workshop on topic “Revisiting Outcome-Based Education to Enhance Employability” dated Dec 11, 2024 . Prof. Dr. Bushra Mirza, Vice Chancellor, emphasized the importance of employability in achieving financial independence and advancing women empowerment. Prof. Dr. Bushra Yasmin, Director QEC, highlighted the workshop’s tailored sessions designed to align FJWU’s curricula with global market needs. Dr. Shaheryar Naveed, Director CLE, urged faculty to adapt teaching methods to nurture market-ready graduates.
Social Media Publication – Workshop on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) was published on social media, reflecting FJWU’s commitment to quality education, employability, and student success:
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