ISLAMABAD: The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has launched a two-day executive training programme for probationary officers of the 53rd Common Training Programme (CTP) of the Civil Services Academy (CSA), aimed at strengthening leadership skills for modern governance challenges.

The programme, organised by the Iqbal Executive Development Centre (IEDC) of the Jinnah School of Public Policy and Leadership (JSPPL-NUST), is titled “21st Century Leadership Transformation for the Digital Era” and is being attended by 136 probationary officers.

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The inaugural ceremony was attended by General (retd) Zubair Mahmood Hayat, former Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), and Dr Muhammad Zahid Latif, Rector NUST.

In his opening address, Rector NUST Dr Muhammad Zahid Latif welcomed the participants and underscored the importance of transformational public leadership in addressing Pakistan’s evolving governance challenges. He highlighted integrity, strategic foresight, ethical courage, and citizen-centric service delivery supported by digital transformation—as essential qualities for effective public sector leadership.

General (retd) Zubair Mahmood Hayat delivered a keynote talk titled “Going Beyond – Leadership and Governance,” focusing on reflective thinking, purposeful statecraft, strategic intelligence, operational clarity, and leadership that extends beyond conventional administrative roles.

According to organisers, the first day of the programme focused on themes related to the digital economy and digital governance, while the second day is dedicated to personal development, leadership skills, and societal resilience.

Officials said the initiative reflects NUST’s continued commitment to developing future-ready public sector leaders capable of navigating the complexities of governance in the digital age.