IBDr. Imran Batada

Prominent projects

Digital transformation, delivered.

From IoBM’s in-house enterprise platform to Pakistan’s first university Tier III data center — 150+ projects across universities, government and industry.

IoBM · 2021 – present

Leading IoBM’s digital transformation.

First as Chief Technology Officer and now as Chief Digital Officer & Director, Centre for Information Technology — building one connected digital environment for students, faculty, administration and senior management, rather than isolated IT projects.

5 yearsleading technology at IoBM
In-houseenterprise platform, myIoBM
6,500students registered in the first live cycle
Zerodowntime during Fall 2025 registration
Dr. Imran Batada receiving a memento from the President of IoBM for the launch of myIoBM
Flagship project

myIoBM — Enterprise University Management System

An enterprise University Management System developed in-house, integrating IoBM’s core academic and administrative processes on one platform — reducing fragmented workflows and improving access to information.

The first regular registration through myIoBM ran in Fall 2025 for around 6,500 students without downtime — moving the platform from development into full institutional use.

Receiving a memento from the President of IoBM for the successful implementation and launch of myIoBM.

Inaugurations

Going live at IoBM

Both platforms were formally inaugurated with IoBM leadership — from the myIoBM launch ceremony to “BI Go Live @ IoBM”.

myIoBM launch — cake cutting with IoBM leadership
myIoBM launch — cake cutting with IoBM leadership
myIoBM Portal launch cake
myIoBM Portal launch cake
Addressing the myIoBM launch session
Addressing the myIoBM launch session
myIoBM launch briefing for faculty and staff
myIoBM launch briefing for faculty and staff
Business Intelligence go-live inauguration
Business Intelligence go-live inauguration
BI implementation presented to senior management
BI implementation presented to senior management
“BI Go Live @ IoBM” inauguration cake
Data & analytics

Business Intelligence for senior management

Dashboards and visual analytics that turn institutional data into management information — faster monitoring and data-driven decisions instead of manually compiled reports.

IoBM technology leadership with Huawei
Infrastructure

Digital infrastructure modernisation

Modernised the University’s technology foundation to provide the capacity and reliability needed for expanding enterprise systems, digital services and analytics.

Dr. Imran Batada at the Huawei education roundtable, GITEX Global Dubai
Partnerships

Strategic collaboration with Huawei

Engagement with Huawei connecting IoBM’s infrastructure modernisation with a global technology leader — and opening wider opportunities for technology exposure and collaboration.

Government partnerships

Consultancy to Government of Sindh.

Information, Science & Technology Dept. · from 2018

Sindh Research Incubation Centre (SRIC)

Founded with the Government of Sindh to turn early-stage tech ideas into companies — co-working space at IBA, mentorship, investor access and seed funding for each cohort.

Multiplecohorts funded
Seedgrants by cheque
IBAco-working hub
SRIC Batch II — cheque distribution ceremony
SRIC Batch II — cheque distribution ceremony
Seed funding for SRIC startups
Seed funding for SRIC startups
Founders receiving seed cheques
Founders receiving seed cheques
SRIC Batch II with the IST Department, Government of Sindh
SRIC Batch II with the IST Department, Government of Sindh
Cheque Distribution Ceremony, IBA
Cheque Distribution Ceremony, IBA
SRIC launching ceremony
SRIC launching ceremony

Information, Science & Technology Dept. · 2018–2020

Capacity Building in IT — Sindh Secretariat

Computer literacy and data-handling training for 1,000+ Sindh Secretariat officials across government departments, delivered in batches at IBA-CICT.

1,000+officials trained
Multiplebatches
Govt.of Sindh
Capacity Building in IT — certificate distribution, Sindh Secretariat employees
Capacity Building in IT — certificate distribution, Sindh Secretariat employees
Presenting certificates to Sindh Secretariat officials
Presenting certificates to Sindh Secretariat officials
Certificate distribution ceremony
Certificate distribution ceremony
Ceremony stage with the IST Department
Ceremony stage with the IST Department
Visiting the training lab with government guests
Visiting the training lab with government guests
Welcoming government officials to IBA
Welcoming government officials to IBA

IBA Karachi, government & industry

Programs that changed institutions — and lives.

IST Dept., Govt. of Sindh · May 2018

Sindh Research Incubation Center

Co-working space at IBA with utilities, seed capital, access to investors and ICT trainings — growing early-stage IT-enabled product ideas through domain-specific mentorship and investment opportunities.

IST Dept., Govt. of Sindh

Capacity Building of Sindh Secretariat

Computer literacy for government employees: 1,000+ Sindh Secretariat employees from different departments trained, improving efficiency and productivity across departments.

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NAVTTC

High Tech Skills Development Program

Headed and managed training of 350 participants in high-technology courses, with up-to-date, hands-on course outlines designed to be taught across Pakistan.

Govt. of Sindh · BBSHRRDB · 5 years

Youth Skills Development Program

Empowering youth aged 18–35 with employable digital skills. Many participants, often from underprivileged families, began earning from home through freelancing and supporting their families.

IBA-CICT

Diploma Programs for Industry Professionals

Designed and organised diplomas in Big Data Analytics, ERP, Information Security, IT Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing.

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JICA · BUITEMS Quetta

Consultancy Project for JICA

Alumni Database Management System, SMS solution, online donation and business intelligence for BUITEMS Quetta, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency.

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IBA Karachi · SMIU

ERP Consultancy & Cloud Solution

Leading the teams of IBA Karachi and SMIU to deliver a complete ERP and cloud computing solution.

IBA Sukkur · IBA Karachi

Cloud Solution Implementation

Complete cloud computing solution for ERP Financials, HCM and a Disaster Recovery Site.

IBA Karachi · Jan 2015

Oracle Business Intelligence System

Led a fully in-house Oracle BI implementation — an effective trend-analysis and decision-making tool.

IBA Karachi · Jul 2014

Human Resource Management System

Led functional and technical teams for HRMS: recruitment, attendance, leave management, performance appraisal, publication and unit modules.

IBA Karachi · Sep 2013

Tier III Data Center

Led consultants, project manager and operational users to establish a Tier III–compliant data center — a unique initiative for any university in Pakistan.

IBA Karachi

Alumni Application

A “mini Facebook” for alumni with interactive interfaces for online database updates, fundraising and engagement activities.

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IBA Karachi · Jun 2010

Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Solution

Managed and executed the implementation as Project Head, leading functional and technical consultants.

Let’s build Pakistan’s digital future together.

Keynotes, consulting, board roles and training programs.

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