skill-up
Freelance Excellence Program
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Skill-Up Program is designed by IU-CORE to provide an opportunity to develop freelancing skills through hands-on training. This program offers comprehensive, practical courses in high-demand fields, equipping students with the essential knowledge and expertise to succeed in today’s competitive job market or pursue entrepreneurial ventures.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
- Students will gain industry-ready skills in their chosen field, enabling them to pursue freelance work, internships, or entry-level positions.
- The program will encourage a culture of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, contributing to the student’s professional development.
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Currently enrolled students (1st Semester to 6th semester) in Karachi
- Alumni at Iqra University (representing any discipline and campus in Karachi)
COURSES OFFERED 1st COHORT
- Mobile App Development:
Learn to build cross-platform mobile applications using modern frameworks and technologies, with a focus on both Android and iOS platforms. - Video Editing, Animation, and Vlogging:
Dive into video content creation by learning video editing software, basic animation techniques, and strategies for creating compelling vlogs for platforms like YouTube. - Website Development:
Gain expertise in web development, from designing front-end interfaces to developing dynamic back-end functionalities using popular programming languages and frameworks.
PROGRAM AND OPERATIONAL STRUCTURE
Program duration | 8 weeks |
Batch size | 40 per course* |
Delivery mode | Face-to-face – EDC campus |
Assessment | Each student will be assessed through project work and assignments at the end of the course. A final project presentation or a live demonstration of their work will be part of the assessment. |
Certification | Upon successful completion of the course and final project, students will receive a certification from IU CORE, which will serve as an official acknowledgment of their expertise in the respective field. |
MENTOR | Mr. Asif Siddiqui (Senior art director & Entrepreneur) for Video Editing, Animation & Vlogging
Mr. Raja M. Fareed (Lead Mobile Application Developer, Intellexal Solutions) for Mobile App Development
Mr. Shahab Uddin (Founder & CEO, SAAQiTech Software House) for Web Development.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
- Complete your registration via Google Form.
- Receive your confirmation offer via email.
- Collect essential documents from IU Core on the 1st Floor, EDC Campus.
- Submit your fees at Askari Bank conveniently, located within the campus.
PROGRAM TIMELINE
- Program Duration: 8 weeks
- Day: Saturday
- Timings: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
TEAM
Umair Ahmed Khan
Head of Program, SkillUp
Iqra University, karachi
Ali Hassan
Program Coordinator, SkillUp
Iqra University, karachi
REGISTRATION FOR SKILL-UP WAITLIST
Sign up today to join our waitlist and be the first to know when applications open.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/qnrkksYXDfoGkKyN8