Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When are the Spring2015 admissions?

Admissions are being announced in Dawn on Sunday, November 23 and in Jang & the News on
November 30, 2014.
What is the process of applying for admission?
You have to submit the online admission form available on the website and visit the Institute the
same or the next day to submit your documents, collect your admission kit, and admit card for the
Test. You need to bring along your academic testimonials, employer certificate (if applicable) and
2 passport size photographs.

3 What is the last date of submission of forms?

The last date is Tuesday, December 9, 2014.
4 How much is the processing fee:
Rs.2000.
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When is the Aptitude Test?

Sunday, December 14, 2014 at 10:30am at IoBM Main Campus

What will the test consist of?

3 sections of English Language, 1 of Mathematics, 1 of Word/Letter series and 1 of General
Knowledge, that is 6 sections in all. However, for MS/MPhil descriptive part will also be
included

What is the duration of the Test?

1 hour.

How many marks are there for the Test.

It has 115 questions, all MCQS and there is negative marking in all sections of the Test. 1/3
point is cut for every wrong answer.

What is the criteria for American / Canadian High School Diploma?

CGPA of 2.5.

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How many A-levels are required and do you need equivalency?

3 A-levels with minimum two C grades excluding General Paper and Urdu. Equivalency is
required for engineering programs.

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What is the criteria for HSC students?

Minimum 50% Marks in the qualifying examination.

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What is the duration of the Bachelors degree? How many semesters?

The Bachelors degree is of 4 years, that is, 8 semesters. There are two regular semesters in
an academic year.

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How many years is the MBA program?

If you have 16 years of education, it is of 2 years duration; otherwise the duration is 3 years.

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What is difference between MBA Weekend and other programs?

MBA Weekend requires minimum 1 year work experience after graduation but for other
programs work experience is not mandatory.

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What is the difference between Regular and Weekend MBA?

Regular is on weekdays (9:00 to 4:00 pm).
Classes for Weekend MBA are held on Saturdays and Sundays. It is specially designed for
people who are working, however, the course content is the same.

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If somebody wants to transfer credits from some other university, what is the policy regarding
this?
You have to apply for admission as a fresh candidate. After admission you can submit your
official transcript with a request to consider transfer of credits. Only few subjects credit will be
transferred in which you have an A or B grade and the course outline matches ours.