Research institution with extensive programs in public affairs, economic policy, and governance studies.
Columbia University is a private Ivy League research university located in New York City. Founded in 1754, Columbia is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States and a leading research university.
Columbia's School of International and Public Affairs and Department of Economics are globally recognized for their research and teaching in public policy, governance, economic analysis, and international affairs, producing influential policy research.
Columbia conducts extensive research in public policy, governance, economic development, international relations, and institutional analysis. The university's research centers produce evidence-based policy analysis and contribute significantly to global policy discourse.
Pakistan Business Forum® — Strategic Policy & Research Function collaborates with Columbia University on research projects, academic exchanges, and knowledge sharing initiatives. This partnership facilitates access to Columbia's research expertise, academic resources, and policy analysis capabilities, enhancing collaborative research on governance, economic policy, and institutional development.
Pakistan Business Forum® — Strategic Policy & Research Function maintains a special scholarship arrangement with Columbia University to support exceptional researchers, policy analysts, and students from Pakistan and the broader region. This programme facilitates academic and research opportunities at one of the world's leading research institutions.
The scholarship programme covers various areas including public affairs, economic policy, governance studies, and international affairs. Selected candidates receive support for research projects, academic courses, and collaborative research initiatives that align with Pakistan Business Forum's strategic research priorities.
This special arrangement reflects the strong partnership between Pakistan Business Forum — Strategic Policy & Research Function and Columbia University, enabling knowledge exchange and capacity building in policy research and analysis.