Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) and Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote academic-industry collaboration, enhance student development, and strengthen financial services for the university and its affiliated institutions. The partnership is designed to provide value to students, faculty, and staff through capacity-building programs and improved access to modern banking solutions.
The signing ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Niamat Ullah Babar, Pro Vice Chancellor, and other university officials. On behalf of ZTBL, President/CEO Tahir Yaqoob Bhatti highlighted the bank’s commitment to empowering youth and developing a skilled professional talent pool.
Bhatti noted that over the past two years, ZTBL has provided employment opportunities to more than 600 fresh graduates and postgraduates, with a new batch of 300 Mobile Credit Officers (MCOs)/OG-IIIs currently in the hiring process. He emphasized that ZTBL’s network of over 500 branches nationwide is well-positioned to provide students with access to financial services, professional training, and career opportunities, particularly benefiting individuals from underserved regions.
The collaboration aims not only to support career development but also to enhance financial inclusion by offering targeted services for the university and its affiliated colleges and schools. Through this partnership, students will gain practical exposure, training, and opportunities to engage with real-world financial operations, bridging the gap between academic preparation and industry requirements.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zafar Iqbal praised ZTBL’s initiative, describing the MoU as a significant step toward expanding industry linkages and creating meaningful learning and employment opportunities. He underscored that the collaboration will help equip students with the skills needed to navigate professional challenges and contribute effectively to Pakistan’s workforce.
By combining ZTBL’s banking expertise with Gomal University’s academic programs, the partnership seeks to cultivate a generation of skilled professionals while promoting financial literacy and inclusion among students and staff, supporting both educational and economic development objectives.
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