The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) and Total Communications have entered into a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), designating IoBM as the Exclusive Academic Strategic Partner for the upcoming INFOSEC Conference. The MoU was signed by Dr. Imran Batada, Chief Digital Officer and Director of CIT at IoBM, and Mr. Faisal Rahim, CEO of Total Communications.
This collaboration is set to advance research, innovation, and academic engagement in the field of information security. It aims to create a robust platform for experts and professionals to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and tackle the emerging challenges in the rapidly evolving landscape of information security, benefiting both professionals and students.
The strategic partnership between IoBM and Total Communications for the INFOSEC Conference aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, this collaboration supports SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by fostering innovation in the field of information security. The partnership provides a platform for knowledge sharing and academic engagement, promoting SDG 4 (Quality Education) through education in emerging technologies and cyber-security, crucial for future-ready human capital. Furthermore, it resonates with SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), encouraging cross-sectoral collaboration that bridges academia and industry to address global information security challenges.
The signing ceremony was attended by several distinguished IoBM officials, including Dr. Tariq Rahim Soomro, Rector; Dr. Muhammad Kashif, Dean of CBM; Dr. Mohammad Abbas, Dean of CCSIS; Mr. Raza Abbas, Head of SSKIC; Mr. Umer Hafeez, Head of Network and Computer Support; Mr. Asim Farooq, Manager and Head of Development; and Mr. Muhammad Ishfaq, Senior Project Coordinator. Representing Total Communications was Mr. Talha Rahim, Manager of Strategic Planning (Events).
