Uthal, April 23–May 6, 2025 — Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS), in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, has initiated the End User Training for the SAP ERP system under the Higher Education Development in Pakistan (HEDP) project—one of HEC’s flagship initiatives aimed at digital transformation in the higher education sector.
This multi-day training, held at the Smart Classroom in the Directorate of IT, marks a significant step in LUAWMS’s commitment to institutional modernization and technological advancement. The training sessions were led by Project Director Mr. Javed Baloch, with technical support from HEDP SAP ERP team members Mr. Haris Ali, Mr. Affan Baig, and Ms. Amna Latif, among other experts from TMC.
This initiative aims to strengthen institutional efficiency, transparency, and governance by equipping LUAWMS staff with essential digital competencies and hands-on experience in SAP ERP modules.
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Day 1 – Financial Modules (April 23, 2025)
- Financial & Controlling (FICO)
- Funds Management (FM)
- Grants Management (GM)
Participants included: Mr. Sher Muhammad (Additional Treasurer), Mr. Shakeel Ahmed (Deputy Treasurer), Mr. Muhammad Yasir (Accountant), Mr. Asif Buzdar (Superintendent Finance), Mr. Ghulam Murtaza (Accountant), and other finance staff.
Day 2 – Project Systems (April 24, 2025)
Participants included: Mr. Yasir Ali Abbass (Director P&D), Mr. Dedag Shah (Deputy Director P&D), and staff from the Planning & Development and Projects departments.
Day 3 & 4 – SCM and EAM Modules (April 28–29, 2025)
- Supply Chain Management (SCM)
- Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
Participants included: Staff from Procurement section, Store section, Finance section, Registrar Office, Projects and Works Department, and Estate Office.
Day 5 and 6 – Student Lifecycle Management (SLCM – Academics ) (May 5–6, 2025)
- Student Lifecycle Management (SLCM – Academics)
Participants included: Fee Section, Faculties focal persons, Registrar Office, Academics, Transport Section, and Hostel Provost.
Facilitators: Ms. Amna Latif, Mr. Haris Ali, and other members of the HEDP SAP ERP TMC team
Upcoming Training Schedule
| S# | Date | Module Name | Target Department | Target Audience |
| 7 | 12–13 May 2025 | Human Capital Management (HCM) | Human Capital Management | Registrar Office, HR Section, Finance Section |
“Digital systems are no longer optional — they are essential tools for academic and operational excellence.” — LUAWMS Directorate of IT
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