The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) and the Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants (PIPFA) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) aimed at strengthening collaboration in professional education, capacity building, and institutional development.

FAISALABAD 16 June: The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) and the Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants (PIPFA) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) aimed at strengthening collaboration in professional education, capacity building, and institutional development. The signing ceremony was held at the Syndicate Committee Room of UAF. The LoI was signed by UAF Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali and Mr. Usman Ahsan, President of PIPFA. Under the agreement, both institutions will enhance professional competencies in the fields of accounting, finance, audit, governance, and public financial management. The collaboration will also focus on faculty development, training programs, professional certifications, and knowledge-sharing initiatives for students and faculty members. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali emphasized the importance of capacity building in accounting, finance, audit assurance, and public financial management for ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient project management. He said that partnerships between academia and professional bodies are essential to equip graduates and faculty members with contemporary skills and practical knowledge required by the evolving job market. Mr. Usman Ahsan highlighted PIPFA’s commitment to supporting UAF in faculty development and professional training initiatives. He assured that PIPFA possesses the expertise and resources to assist the university in strengthening its academic and professional development programs in line with the vision of the university administration. The participants expressed confidence that the collaboration would open new avenues for academic excellence, professional development, and institutional capacity building, benefiting students, faculty, and the broader community. Dean Social Sciences Prof Dr. Waqas Wakil, Registrar Prof Dr. Asif Kamran, Director BIC Dr. Hammad Badar, Director DPIC Umar Saeed, Dr. Zia-ul-Haq, Dr. Khurram Zia, Dr. Kashif also attend the meeting.