Overview
SDP 2026 brings together students for an immersive learning experience focused on career readiness, personal growth, and professional development. By connecting participants with experienced industry leaders and real-world perspectives, the program helps students better understand workplace dynamics, strengthen essential professional skills, and make informed decisions as they prepare to transition from university into their professional careers. Participants represented a diverse range of academic disciplines, including Engineering, Management Sciences, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Accounting & Finance, Pharmacy, Textile Design, and Media Studies.
Participating Universities
Szabist, DHA Suffa, Mite, Bahria university, Denning, Saleem Habib University, Textile Institute of Pakistan, Denning, KASBIT, Greenwich
Session Details
Week 1 – 11th July, 2026
- Maliha Khan, Consultant & ex . CCO, 1Link
Topic: The Art of Interview Skills Masterclass
- Alumni Speaker Session
Topic: Impact of SDP in their careers
- Arif Hussain Naumani, General Manager & HR Head. Pakistan State Oil
Topic: Leadership masterclass (Impactful Communication)
Week 2 – 18th July, 2026
- Babar Sultan, Executive Director Supply Chain, Lucky Electric Power Company Ltd)
Topic: Smart Investment: Building a Future Through Saving and Wise Financial Decisions
- Fahad Jilanee, PSTD – Trainer
Topic: Working Smarter with AI: Opportunities, Risks & Real-World Applications
- Samra Sarwar, Conference Lead – PSTD
Topic: Personal Branding & Professional Networking
Week 3 – 25th July, 2026
- Zafreen Javed, Head of Learning & Development, Habib Metro
Topic: Gen Z in Corporate: Expectations, Boundaries & Professionalism
- Salman Burney, Vice President , House of Habib
- Topic: Finding Your Career Path: Strengths, Interests & Possibilities
Week 4 – 1st August, 2026
- Mehak Zahid, Deputy Manager HR, Hilal Foods
Topic: Personal Development and Self Grooming
- Naveed Ul Zafar, Head of Learning & Development, Soneri Bank
Topic: Iqbal bhi Iqbal se Agaah nahi!
- Duaa Zehra, Lead Talent Management & DEI, Jubilee Life
Topic: The Psychology of Success: Understanding Yourself Before Your Career
Week 5 – 8th August, 2026
- Farrukh Rasheed, Head of HR, Changan
Topic: Future of Work: Skill, Mindsets & Careers for the Next Decade
- Shazia Wajeed, Head of Learning & Development, EFU Life
Topic: Unwritten Rules for Corporate Success
- Sajjad Ifitkhar, Board Member, PSTD
Topic: Closing Ceremony
Conclusion
The second cycle of SDP 2026 continues to empower students by connecting academic learning with real-world professional development, equipping future leaders with the skills and confidence needed for long-term success.
