PGD-Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
Code: 600233 Cr. Hrs2 Semesters
Faculty of Education · ECE Dept.
PGD-Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Code: 071330 Cr. Hrs2 Semesters
Faculty of Sciences · Computer Science Dept.
PGD-Computer Science
Code: 600039 Cr. Hrs2 Semesters
Faculty of Sciences · Computer Science Dept.
PGD-Data Science
Code: 600330 Cr. Hrs2 Semesters
Programme Details
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✅ General Eligibility Criteria
Minimum 14 years of education (BA / BSc / BCom / BBA / Associate Degree 2-years or equivalent)
From an HEC-recognized institution
At least Second Division (45% marks)
TEFL requires MA/BS (16 years) in English/Linguistics/Literature
Data Science requires Bachelor in Science with Mathematics
IFRS: B.Com / Associate Degree or higher in Commerce/Business/Management Sciences
📋 Programme-wise Eligibility Summary
Programme
Min. Education
Division
Special Condition
PGD-HRM
14 years (BA/BSc/BBA/ADP)
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-SCM
14 years (any discipline)
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-Entrepreneurship
14 years (any discipline)
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-Criminology
Bachelor / 14 years
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-Population & Dev.
Bachelor / 14 years
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-Gender Studies
Bachelor / 14 years
2nd Division (45%)
—
PGD-TEFL
MA/BS 16 years
Merit-based
English/Linguistics/Literature degree required
PGD-IFRS
14 years Commerce/Business
2nd Division
B.Com/BBA/M.Com/ACCA/CA eligible
PGD-EPM
Graduate (any)
2nd Division
—
PGD-ELM
14 years
2nd Division (45%)
Experience certificate required
PGD-ECCE
BA/BSc/ADA/ADE (14 years)
2nd Division
—
PGD-ECE
Bachelor (any)
45% marks
—
PGD-Computer Science
Bachelor (any discipline)
2nd Division
—
PGD-Data Science
Bachelor in Science / Math
2nd Division
Mathematics as a subject
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9501
Fundamentals of Business
3
2
9502
Professional Communication
3
3
9503
Management Theory and Practice
3
4
9504
Human Resource Management
3
5
9505
Computer Applications for Business
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9506
Organizational Behavior
3
2
9507
Compensation Management
3
3
9508
Performance Management
3
4
9509
Labor Management Relations
3
5
9510
Strategic Human Resource Management
3
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9501
Fundamentals of Business
3
2
9502
Professional Communication
3
3
9503
Management Theory and Practice
3
4
9541
Introduction to Supply Chain Management
3
5
9505
Computer Applications for Business
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9542
Purchasing and Procurement Principles
3
2
9545
Production and Operations Management
3
3
9543
Logistics Management
3
4
9544
Inventory and Material Management
3
5
9546
Distribution Channels
3
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9501
Fundamentals of Business
3
2
9502
Professional Communication
3
3
9503
Management Theory and Practice
3
4
9551
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
3
5
9505
Computer Applications for Business
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9552
Innovation Management
3
2
9553
Entrepreneurial Finance
3
3
9554
Marketing for Entrepreneurs
3
4
9555
Entrepreneurial Supply Chain
3
5
9556
New Venture Planning & Launch
3
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
8226
Introduction to Sociology: Culture and Society
3
2
8223
Sociology of Gender Issues: Theoretical Background
3
3
8230
Sociology of Child Rights and Child Development
3
4
9601
Conflict Resolution
3
5
9602
Social Problems
3
6
9603
Criminology
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
9604
Criminal Justice System
3
2
9605
Theoretical Approaches on Crime and Criminal Behavior
3
3
9606
Crime Investigation
3
4
9607
Methods of Social Research
3
5
9608
Social Stratification and Inequality
3
6
9609
Social Psychology
3
Total: 36 Credit Hours | 12 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
5655
Psycholinguistics and Language Teaching Methodology
3
2
5656
Sociolinguistics
3
3
5657
Grammar
3
4
5658
Phonology
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
5659
The Language Skills – I
3
2
5660
The Language Skills – II
3
3
5661
EFL in the Classroom – I
3
4
5662
EFL in the Classroom – II
3
5
5078
Workshop (2 weeks, compulsory)
6
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 9 Courses + Workshop
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
5040
Financial Management
3
2
5059
Advanced Financial Accounting
3
3
5061
Public Sector Accounting
3
4
5062
Financial Reporting – I
3
5
5063
Financial Reporting – II
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
8533
Advanced Auditing
3
2
5589
Financial Statement Analysis
3
3
5590
IFRSs for SMEs
3
4
5031
Managerial Accounting
3
5
5591
Financial Reporting – III
3
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
CS4501
Software Engineering
4
2
CS4502
Introduction to Computer Concepts
4
3
CS4503
Programming in C/C++ Language
4
4
CS4504
Professional Communication
3
5
CS4505
Database Applications
4
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
CS4506
Visual Basic & Database Interface
4
2
CS4507
Data Structure and Applications
4
3
CS4508
Internet Programming Language
4
4
CS4509
Operating Systems Concepts
4
5
CS4510
Data Communication and Networks
4
Total: 39 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
Semester 1
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
CS4511
Fundamentals of Data Science
3
2
CS4512
Statistics and Probability
3
3
CS4513
Data Analysis and Visualization
3
4
CS4514
Data Management and Warehousing
3
5
CS4515
Data Structure and Applications
3
Semester 2
#
Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs
1
CS4516
Data Mining
3
2
CS4517
Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
3
3
CS4518
Statistical Modelling and Inference
3
4
CS4519
Data Ethics and Privacy
3
5
CS4520
Big Data Analytics
3
Total: 30 Credit Hours | 10 Courses
📌 For remaining PGDs (Population & Development, Gender Studies, EPM, ELM, ECE, ECCE) full course details are available on the AIOU website at www.aiou.edu.pk
💰 Fee Structure — Business / SCM / Entrepreneurship / IFRS / ELM Programmes
Registration Fee (once)
Rs. 650
Admission Fee (once)
Rs. 1,300
Technology Fee (per sem)
Rs. 800
Degree Fee (once)
Rs. 1,200
Course Fee (5 courses × 3 CH)
Rs. 25,350
Total Semester 1 Fee
Rs. 29,300
⚠️ Course fee is Rs. 5,070 per 3 credit hours. Second semester fee does not include registration, admission, or degree fees again.
💰 Fee Structure — Criminology / Population & Development / ECCE / ECE
Registration Fee
Rs. 650
Admission Fee
Rs. 1,300
Technology Fee
Rs. 800
Degree Fee
Rs. 1,200
Course Fee (6 courses × 3 CH)
Rs. 30,420
Total Semester 1 Fee
Rs. 34,370
💰 Fee Structure — EPM / Gender Studies
Registration Fee
Rs. 650
Admission Fee
Rs. 1,300
Technology Fee
Rs. 800
Degree Fee
Rs. 1,200
Course Fee (4 × 3CH)
Rs. 11,760–12,000
Total Semester 1 Fee
~Rs. 15,710–15,950
💰 Fee Structure — Computer Science & Data Science
PGD-CS (19 CH × Rs.1,960)
Rs. 37,240
PGD-CS: Total Semester 1
Rs. 41,190
PGD-DS (15 CH × Rs.1,960)
Rs. 29,400
PGD-DS: Total Semester 1
Rs. 33,350
🏦 Fee Payment Methods
🏦
Bank Branches FWBL, ABL, MCB, NBP — deposit challan at any branch
📱
Mobile Wallets EasyPaisa, JazzCash, Upaisa — via respective apps
💳
Online/ATM All VISA/Master/PayPak cards at aiou.kuickpay.com
🏪
Outlets TCS, Leopard, NADRA eSahulat, HBL Konnect
📝 Assessment Policy (Revised — Spring 2023 onwards)
Assignments
20%
Workshop / Quiz
30%
Final Examination
50%
⚠️
Important: Passing marks in final exam is mandatory at 40% (minimum). If you score below 40% in finals, you FAIL regardless of assignment marks. Aggregate 50% is required for overall pass.
📬 How to Submit Assignments
✅ 2 Assignments per course — submitted to your tutor as per schedule
📱 Online Submission via LMS (Learning Management System) at aiou.edu.pk
📬 Postal Submission (for non-online modes) — send to tutor's address provided by university
🔄 Tutor returns marked assignments with guidance via LMS
📅 Follow the schedule published on AIOU website for each semester
🗓 Examination & Result Schedule
Semester
Exams Conducted
Result Declaration
Spring Semester
1 September – 30 October
By 30 December
Autumn Semester
1 March – 30 April
By 30 June
📌 Students can check results online at www.aiou.edu.pk and also receive SMS notifications.
🔁 Re-appear Policy
📌 Re-appear chance given if a student scores less than 40 marks in final exam
📌 Again Re-appear chance also available (from Spring 2023 onwards)
📌 Failing continuous assessment (assignments) requires re-registration for the course in next offering
📊 Grading Scheme (Autumn 2021 onwards)
Percentage
Letter Grade
GPA
85% – 100%
A
4.0
80% – 84%
A-
3.7
75% – 79%
B+
3.3
70% – 74%
B
3.0
65% – 69%
B-
2.7
60% – 64%
C+
2.3
55% – 59%
C
2.0
52% – 54%
C-
1.7
50% – 51%
D
1.0
Below 50%
F (Fail)
0.0
📊 Grade Visual
A (85-100%)
GPA 4.0
B+ (75-79%)
GPA 3.3
B (70-74%)
GPA 3.0
C+ (60-64%)
GPA 2.3
D (50-51%)
GPA 1.0
F (Below 50%)
Fail
Academic Calendar — Spring 2026
Important dates and activity schedule for Spring and Autumn semesters
🌸 Spring Semester Schedule
📋 Admission Period
1 Jan – 5 Mar
📦 Course Material Mailing
1 Mar – 15 May
📖 Study Period
16 May – 30 Aug
📝 Examinations
1 Sep – 30 Oct
📊 Result Declaration
By 30 December
🍂 Autumn Semester Schedule
📋 Admission Period
1 Jul – 5 Sep
📦 Course Material Mailing
1 Sep – 15 Nov
📖 Study Period
16 Nov – 28 Feb
📝 Examinations
1 Mar – 30 Apr
📊 Result Declaration
By 30 June
📌
Note: Contact your nearest AIOU Regional Office for exact local schedule. Continuing students receive activity information via LMS and SMS. Also visit www.aiou.edu.pk
How to Apply for Admission
3 easy ways to get admitted — choose what works best for you
🌐
Option 1: Apply Online (Self)
Direct application via AIOU portal — Fastest method
Visit AIOU Fresh Admission Portal
Click "Application for New Admission"
Register with your email or mobile number
Log in and fill the admission form carefully
Print your Challan Form after submission
Deposit fee at FWBL, ABL, MCB, or NBP branch OR via EasyPaisa / JazzCash
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🌍 Studying from Abroad? AIOU Welcomes You!
AIOU offers its programmes for Pakistani students living in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, USA, UK, and many other countries. You can study entirely online through the LMS portal and appear in exams at designated centres abroad.
How to Apply
Apply online at aiou.edu.pk/oas-fresh-admission — no need to visit Pakistan
Fee Payment
Via credit/debit card (VISA/Master) at aiou.kuickpay.com from anywhere
Study Mode
100% online via LMS — study material, assignments, workshops all digital
Examinations
Exam centres available in major countries; check AIOU website for overseas centres
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What you can do after completing your AIOU Postgraduate Diploma
👔
HRM, SCM & Entrepreneurship
HR Manager / Officer
Supply Chain Analyst
Logistics Coordinator
Business Development Executive
Startup Founder / Entrepreneur
Government / NGO Sector Jobs
⚖️
Criminology & Population Studies
Crime Analyst (Police / FIA)
Social Welfare Officer
Population Affairs Officer
Community Development Specialist
Researcher / Lecturer
🏫
Education (EPM, ELM, ECE)
School Principal / Director
Educational Planner
Early Childhood Teacher
Training & Development Coordinator
Education Policy Analyst
Preschool Owner / Manager
💻
Computer Science & Data Science
Software Developer
Database Administrator
Data Analyst / Data Scientist
Machine Learning Engineer
Network Engineer
IT Project Manager
💰
IFRS (Financial Reporting)
Financial Accountant
Audit Manager
Corporate Finance Officer
IFRS Consultant
Finance Manager (MNCs)
🎓
Further Education Options
MA / M.Com / MSc (AIOU or other)
MBA (Full-time or Executive)
MPhil in relevant discipline
MS Computer Science
PhD (after MPhil)
Professional certifications (ACCA, PMP, etc.)
✅
AIOU Degrees are HEC Recognized — certificates and diplomas from AIOU are equivalent to those from any other recognized university/board in Pakistan and are accepted for government jobs, further education, and abroad.
AIOU ڈگریاں HEC سے منظور شدہ ہیں — یہ ڈپلومے اور ڈگریاں پاکستان کے کسی بھی بورڈ / یونیورسٹی کے مساوی ہیں اور سرکاری ملازمتوں، مزید تعلیم اور بیرون ملک میں قابل قبول ہیں۔