Programmes
The Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) stands at the forefront of business education, offering two undergraduate and nine graduate programmes designed to foster a transformative learning experience. At SDSB, we pride ourselves on the SDSB Advantage—a unique blend of innovative teaching, real-world impact, and a steadfast commitment to societal betterment.
Why Choose SDSB?
Innovative Curriculum: Our programmes are meticulously crafted to incorporate cutting-edge business theories, practical insights, and case studies. This ensures that our students are not just ready for today's challenges but are also equipped to anticipate and respond to the future dynamics of the business world.
Real-World Experience: Through internships, live projects, and interactions with industry leaders, students gain invaluable hands-on experience that enhances their understanding and application of business concepts.
Global Perspective: With a diverse faculty and student body, SDSB offers a global perspective on business education. Our partnerships with leading international business schools further enrich our programmes through exchange opportunities and collaborative research.
Leadership and Personal Development: Beyond academic excellence, we emphasise leadership and personal growth. Our programmes are designed to refine your decision-making skills, ethical reasoning, and the ability to lead with integrity in a rapidly changing world.
Community and Societal Impact: SDSB’s explicit social commitment is reflected in our curriculum and extracurricular activities. We prepare students to not only succeed in their careers but also to be responsible leaders who contribute positively to society.
Career Prospects: Graduates of SDSB embark on successful careers across a spectrum of industries, including finance, consulting, technology, and entrepreneurship. Our robust placement statistics reflect the quality of our education and the calibre of our students.
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The SDSB Unique Approach
LUMS has pioneered the use of the case method of teaching in Pakistan. It nurtures intellectual energy inside the classroom and beyond, encouraging case discussions, honing presentation and public speaking skills, promoting synergy, and facilitating the process of learning from opposing viewpoints and perspectives.
SDSB’s Open Access Case Initiative allows educators to access hundreds of Pakistan-specific industry cases for free. For details, please visit: https://crc.lums.edu.pk/
Blended learning is an innovative concept that embraces the advantages of both traditional teaching in the classroom and ICT supported learning. The blended learning methodology at SDSB seeks to ensure:
- Academic success: To improve learning
- Linkages: Improve connection between theory to practice
- Engagement: To increase student’s active participation in class and motivation for learning in their specific areas
The SDSB faculty strives to empower future business leaders using the case method of teaching and other participative tools to hone their understanding of management issues and decision-making situations. It is actively engaged in research on challenges and opportunities offered across business contexts. Faculty members serve as trusted advisors and consultants to decision-makers, tackling real-world issues through the practical application of business theory and knowledge. In addition to full-time faculty members, students also learn from a team of professional adjuncts, and executives in residence teaching across a range of areas.
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- Explore the World of Executive MBA at SDSB-LUMS
Alumni Connect Sessions
- LUMS Executive MBA Journey - Ahsan Umar, EMBA 2017
- LUMS Executive MBA Journey - Naimin Yang, EMBA 2019
- LUMS Executive MBA Journey - Sahar Atif, EMBA 2017