Riphah International University

**Organization Profile: Riphah International University (Private Limited Company)**

Riphah International University, a prominent private institution located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, is dedicated to fostering excellence in education and professional development, particularly in the field of hospitality. Established in 2002, the university is recognized for its innovative approach to education, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for the dynamic hospitality industry.

With a focus on quality education, Riphah International University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in hospitality management, culinary arts, and tourism. Our robust curriculum is designed to meet industry standards, incorporating cutting-edge practices and real-world experiences. The university collaborates with leading hospitality organizations to provide students with internships and job placement opportunities, enhancing their employability.

The state-of-the-art facilities at Riphah International University include well-equipped kitchens, training restaurants, and simulation labs, ensuring hands-on learning. Additionally, our faculty comprises seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the hospitality sector, dedicated to mentoring and guiding students.

Committed to nurturing ethical leaders and entrepreneurs in hospitality, Riphah International University aims to contribute significantly to the sector’s growth in Pakistan and beyond, fostering sustainable development through education and innovation.

Riphah International University, Islamabad is a private University, chartered by the Federal Government of Pakistan in 2002. The University was established to produce professionals with Islamic moral and ethical values. It is sponsored by a not-for-profit trust; namely, Islamic International Medical College Trust (IIMCT), created in 1995. The first project of the IIMCT was the Islamic International Medical College, Rawalpindi, established in 1996 by its Founding Managing Trustee; Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Muhammad Zulfiqar Ali Khan, TI(M), TBt (Late).

Currently, the University has 7 faculties various academic departments, and an overseas project.

Governance

The Honourable President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is the Patron of the University. Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Muhammad Zulfiqar Ali Khan (Late) was the founding Chancellor. Presently, Mr. Hassan Muhammad Khan is the Chancellor of the University and Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad, an eminent scholar of international repute and educationist of distinction, is the founding Vice-Chancellor of the University. The Board of Governors and the Academic Council are the highest policy-making bodies of the University. The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University.

University Ranking and Quality Certification

Riphah International University, Islamabad was included in the “W” Category Universities by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan in 2005 and soon was included in the top five universities in the private sector that qualify to receive research grants from the Government of Pakistan through the HEC. Recently, Riphah has been ranked at the second position among all the private national universities of the general category. Further, the Quality Enhancement Cell of the University got the first position in the private sector “W” Category Universities of the Country according to the scorecard formulated by the HEC. Riphah is the first university in the Country that has been certified under the ISO 9001:2008 Standard announced by the UK-based Lloyd’s Register, which is one of the top five global independent risk management and safety assurance organizations.

Our Mission

Establishment of the state-of-the-art educational institutions with a focus on inculcating Islamic ethical values

Vision

• To lead in the development of holistic value-based research, development, education, and training programs;
• To establish at national and international levels state-of the- art educational, research, and training institutions, in line with international best practices and with the integration of universal Islamic values and the ideology of Pakistan to produce dynamic and committed human beings;
• To develop and implement educational strategies, experiential learning, and outcome-based academic programs, teaching material, reports, surveys, and research material to enhance the quality of education and training in various disciplines in higher education;
• To play a leadership role at national and international levels in the production of ‘ilm al nafi‘ systematic reforms (islah), capacity building (tarbiyah), behavioral transformation (tazkiyah), creation of tolerance and forbearance (sabr, istiqamah) and innovative solutions (ijtihad) for social change with a pro-active approach (jihad); and
• Establish model institutions, particularly in healthcare, applied and social sciences, including Islamic thought, culture, and history to improve people’s quality of life.