Professional Development Center
Grand Asian University - Sialkot
Empowering Professionals Through Development
Bridging the gap between academia and industry with cutting-edge skills, certifications, and training programs
Professional development is essential for career growth, organizational success, and staying competitive in today's fast-evolving job market. Whether you are an employee, manager, or business leader, continuous learning and skill enhancement provide numerous benefits.
In line with the mission of the university, GAUS -- Professional Development Center (PDC) was established at Grand Asian University by the approval of Academic Council during its 3rd Meeting held on 9th July, 2024.
Our Mission
"GAUS--PDC endeavors to be a specialized wing of Grand Asian University designed to equip students, professionals, and corporate partners with cutting-edge skills, certifications, and training programs. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and industry and developing engaged workforce and Learning & Development (L&D) leaders at each tier of the organization by offering high-quality professional courses, workshops, and executive education programs."
Our Key Focus Areas
Personalizing Learning
At scale — without draining internal resources
Building Confident Managers
Even amid uncertainty
Showing Real Impact
Not just activity metrics
Organizational Structure
Dr. Jahanzeb Islam
Patron (Strategic Oversight)
Dr. Saqib Anwar Siddiqui
Head, GAUS-PDC (Center Leadership)
Mr. Hamza Jan
Chief Coordinator (Operations & Strategy)
Ms. Kashaf Zaheer
Assistant Coordinator (Administration & Logistics)
Program Stream Leads
Stream 1
Industry & Corporate Partnerships
Dr. Arslan Rafi
Coordinator: Industrial Need & Customized Programs
Stream 2
Leadership & Executive Development
Dr. Shahbaz Ali
Coordinator: Leadership & Executive Programs
Stream 3
Engineering Skills & Certification
Engr. Talha Akram
Coordinator: PEB - CPD
Stream 4
Academic & Faculty Development
Ms. Rabia Bibi
Coordinator: Faculty/Capacity Development Programs
Our Programs
Indigenous Programs (Soft Skills - Single Day Course)
Specialized Programs
Manager Skills Assessment (MSA)
Quickly identify skill gaps across teams with a research-backed diagnostic — helping you target development where it's needed most.
Leading with Systems Thinking Approach
Coloured Brain Analysis
Dump your Hang-ups (Self Motivation)
Good News for Engineers
Engineers can earn CPD Points and earn following certificate to enhance their professional productivity
