Islamabad, February 23: More than 350 students from BS Accounting & Finance, BS Commerce, and BBA programs at Islamabad Postgraduate Model College for Commerce participated in an informative and highly interactive session under the “Mera Career — From Dream to Destiny” initiative.
The session focused on equipping commerce and business students with clarity, direction, and practical strategies to navigate the evolving professional landscape. Participants were guided on structured career pathways, major job sectors, and diverse career options available within commerce, finance, and business administration.
Comprehensive Career Roadmap for Business Students
Students received detailed insights into:
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Core and emerging career pathways in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Corporate Management, Entrepreneurship, and Public Sector roles
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The interconnected nature of finance and technology, including the growing role of FinTech, digital banking, financial analytics, and automation
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Major players within the financial ecosystem, including banks, audit firms, multinational corporations, regulatory bodies, and investment institutions
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Practical strategies to jumpstart their careers during university years through internships, certifications, networking, and skill development
Special emphasis was placed on helping students understand how different sectors overlap—for example, how finance now integrates with data analytics, information systems, and technology-driven financial platforms—expanding the scope of traditional commerce degrees.
Targeted Preparation and Specialized Strategies
A key highlight of the session was the discussion on sector-specific preparation strategies. Students were provided with:
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Guidance on choosing relevant specializations aligned with their strengths and market demand
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Practical tips on building a professional and impact-driven CV tailored to specific job sectors
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Strategies to position themselves as strong candidates for banking, corporate finance, audit firms, public service commissions, and entrepreneurial ventures
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Insights into industry expectations, required competencies, and the mindset needed to compete in today’s job market
Students were also encouraged to build technical skills, pursue professional certifications, enhance communication abilities, and develop analytical thinking to become competitive in specialized areas.
Strong Student Engagement and Positive Feedback
The session witnessed enthusiastic participation. Students actively asked questions, shared their aspirations, and engaged in meaningful dialogue about their career concerns and ambitions.
Student feedback was highly encouraging. Many participants stated that the session helped them better understand the direction of their careers, make informed decisions, and align their academic efforts with practical market realities. Several students expressed a desire for follow-up sessions and individualized counseling support to further refine their career plans.
Through initiatives like “Mera Career — From Dream to Destiny,” the mission remains clear: to help young individuals transform their ambitions into structured plans and prepare themselves to become competent, confident, and future-ready professionals.
