Prof. Dr. Nadeem Talib
- Director Academics
- dir-acad@numl.edu.pk
- 9265100 Ext 2400 (9265080, 9265118 & 9265119)
Welcome to the Academics Branch, NUML. The Branch remains committed to ensuring academic excellence, transparency, and institutional integrity through efficient and student-centered academic administration.
We strive to provide quality services in admissions, curriculum management, academic coordination, regulatory compliance, and student facilitation in alignment with national standards and global best practices. Our aim is to support students and faculty throughout their academic journey while fostering an environment of professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Aligned with the University’s vision and mission, the Academics Branch continues to work diligently to enhance academic quality, operational efficiency, and institutional effectiveness for the benefit of all stakeholders.
Prof. Dr. Nadeem Talib
Director Academics
The Academics Branch of (NUML) serves as the central academic administrative body of the University, responsible for managing and coordinating academic operations in line with institutional goals, national standards, and international best practices.
The Branch oversees admissions, academic planning, curriculum implementation, academic governance, faculty coordination, regulatory compliance, and student academic services. It plays a vital role in ensuring transparency, merit, quality assurance, and operational efficiency across all academic processes from admission to graduation.
Committed to excellence and student-centered services, the Academics Branch works closely with faculties, departments, regional campuses, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to support the University’s mission of academic excellence, inclusive development, and global competitiveness.
Vision
To become a leading and innovative academic management body that ensures excellence, integrity, transparency, and quality in academic administration, curricula management, and admissions processes, while providing student-centered services aligned with national standards, global best practices, and the University’s commitment to inclusive development and academic excellence.
Mission
To ensure academic excellence and institutional integrity by effectively managing curricula, academic policies, and admissions processes in alignment with national standards, global best practices, and market needs. The Branch is committed to delivering transparent, merit-based, and student-centered services that support learning, enhance the academic journey, and uphold the University’s mission from admission through graduation.
- To ensure effective, transparent, and merit-based management of admissions, registration, and academic processes in accordance with national standards and institutional policies.
- To promote academic excellence through efficient implementation and monitoring of curricula, academic regulations, quality assurance measures, and statutory academic procedures.
- To provide student-centered academic services that facilitate learning, academic progression, guidance, and successful completion of degree requirements from admission to graduation.
- To strengthen institutional integrity and regulatory compliance through effective coordination with the Higher Education Commission (HEC), accreditation bodies, government organizations, and other stakeholders.
- To enhance operational efficiency through modern academic administration, data management, digital support systems, and continuous process improvement.
- To support strategic academic planning through effective faculty management, workload planning, scheduling, and resource coordination across all campuses and departments.
- To contribute to the University’s vision of inclusive development and global competitiveness by aligning academic operations with international best practices and emerging market needs.
Major Functions of the Academic Branch
1. Academic Planning and Management
- Preparation and implementation of the Academic Calendar for Spring, Fall, Summer, and Short Courses.
- Coordination and monitoring of overall academic operations across faculties, departments, and campuses.
- Development and implementation of academic policies, regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
2. Admissions, Enrollment, and Registration Management
- Demand forecasting and intake planning for academic programs.
- Management of admissions campaigns, advertisements, and outreach activities.
- Organization and conduct of entry tests and admissions processes.
- Preparation and publication of merit lists.
- Registration and enrollment of students in undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs.
- Representation of the University in education expos and awareness events.
3. Student Academic Services and Facilitation
- Processing of credit transfers, migration cases, NOCs, and relegation matters.
- Issuance of academic certificates including bonafide, attendance, character, and course completion certificates.
- Management of international students’ academic matters.
- Resolution of Learning Management System (LMS) academic queries.
- Provision of academic guidance and counseling to students, parents, and visitors.
4. Academic Governance and Statutory Coordination
- Coordination and conduct of statutory meetings including:
- Departmental Board of Studies (DBS)
- Faculty Board of Studies (FBS)
- Academic Council
- Preparation and maintenance of agendas, minutes, and implementation records.
5. Curriculum Development and Regulatory Compliance
- Processing and coordination of academic program approvals and NOCs from the Higher Education Commission and other regulatory bodies.
- Management of the Pakistan Qualification Register (PQR).
- Maintenance and implementation of approved curricula and academic frameworks.
- Coordination with accreditation and professional bodies for academic compliance.
6. Faculty Planning and Academic Human Resource Management
- Faculty demand forecasting and workload management.
- Coordination of recruitment processes for regular, contract, and visiting faculty.
- Conduct of screening, tests, and initial scrutiny for faculty appointments.
- Administration of faculty remuneration processes.
- Management of faculty development and scholarship programs, both local and international.
7. Academic Data Management and Institutional Reporting
- Compilation, analysis, and submission of academic data to national and international organizations including:
- Higher Education Commission (HEC)
- Pakistan Bureau of Statistics
- University Ranking Agencies as required by NUML RSI Division
- Maintenance of institutional academic records and documentation.
8. Scheduling, Space, and Campus Coordination
- Centralized scheduling and classroom/space management for all departments.
- Academic coordination with regional campuses and affiliated institutions.
9. Legal and Institutional Coordination
- Management of student-related court cases and legal correspondence with:
- High Courts
- Supreme Court
- Wafaqi Mohtasib (Ombudsman)
- President House
- Coordination with sponsoring agencies, ministries, embassies, and external stakeholders.
10. Academic Event and Examination Support
- Conduct and coordination of national-level tests including HEC-ETC and other professional examinations.
- Management of academic processions and convocation arrangements.
- Issuance of academic notifications and circulars related to academic affairs.
Location
Location: Ground Floor, Jinnah Block
Timings
Morning: 08:00:00-14:00:00
Evening: 15:30:00-19:30:00
Contact
Phone: 051-9265100 Ext 2401-10 (051-9265118 & 051-9265119)
Email: academic@numl.edu.pk
