Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC)
The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) was established at the Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management Sciences (HITMS), in compliance with the directives of the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the Higher Education Commission (HEC). The QEC at HITMS was established with the approval of the Worthy Rector, vide university notification No. Reg./HITMS/2025/020, dated 28/06/2025.
Explore Functions CQI Feedback Meet the Team
Dr. Zahoor Hussain Shah
Advisor QA (AQA)
advisor.qec@hitms.edu.pk
Vision
To ensure excellence in teaching, assessment, and research through continuous quality enhancement at Institute.
Mission
To foster a culture of quality by implementing effective mechanisms for sustainable academic and institutional improvement.
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) aligns its mandate with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reinforcing the Institute’s commitment to global standards.
- SDG 4 – Quality Education: QEC ensures continuous academic improvement through regular program reviews, curriculum alignment, and self-assessment reports (SARs).
- SDG 5 – Gender Equality: QEC monitors and promotes gender-inclusive practices in feedback surveys.
- SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: By evaluating graduate outcomes and industry relevance.
- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: QEC encourages quality research practices and innovation.
- SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities: QEC gathers feedback to ensure fair and inclusive environments.
- SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions: QEC strengthens institutional governance through transparent processes.
Key Functions & Objectives
The functions of the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) include the evaluation of individual taught courses, program-level assessments, faculty performance evaluations, and the appraisal of programs of the Institute with reference to instructional quality and HEC standards.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of QEC
- To establish and facilitate interdepartmental coordination for the effective execution of QEC activities.
- To administer structured feedback mechanisms from students, faculty, alumni, and employers.
- To compile analytical summary reports based on collected feedback.
- To conduct periodic self-assessment of all academic programs (SARs).
- To promote awareness on quality assurance through workshops and seminars.
- To compile and annually update the Institute’s University Portfolio Report (UPR).
- To coordinate institutional visits by HEC teams for performance evaluations.
- To manage all matters related to issuance of No Objection Certificates (NoCs).
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Feedback & Items
The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) collects feedback and data from stakeholders to enhance university processes.
CQI Items and Timelines
| S No. | CQI Item | Respondent | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty & Course Evaluation | Students | Before 14th week |
| 2 | Faculty Course Review Report | Faculty | After 16th week |
| 3 | Graduating Student Survey | Final students | Before 14th week |
| 4 | Alumni Survey | Alumni | April |
| 5 | Faculty Survey | Faculty | May |
| 6 | Staff Survey | Staff | June |
| 7 | Faculty Resume | Faculty | July |
Institutional Quality Circle (IQC)
In accordance with PSG-2023 (QAA-HEC), the Honorable Rector HITMS constitutes the Institutional Quality Circle (IQC).
| S No. | Position | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chair | Prof. Dr. Saeeduddin Shaikh | Honorable Rector, HITMS |
| 2 | Deputy Chair | Prof. Dr. Iqleem Haider Taqvi | Registrar, HITMS |
| 3 | Advisor QA (AQA) | Dr. Zahoor Hussain Shah | Head of Deparment CS&RS |
| 4 | Member | Mr. Muhammad Hibatullah Channa | Deputy Director(QEC), HITMS |
| 5 | Member | Ms. Rashida Sohail | Lecturer, CS&RS Dept |
| 6 | Member | Mr. Muhib Aleem | Lecturer, CS&RS Dept |
Organizational Structure
The hierarchy of the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) is established as follows:
Meet the QEC Team
The QEC team comprises dedicated professionals committed to upholding quality standards across the institute.
M. Hibatullah Channa
Deputy Director (QEC)
Assistant Director
Quality Assurance Officer
Data Analyst
Clerk / Analyst
Support Staff
QEC Assistant
Contact Us
For inquiries related to quality assurance, feedback, or assessments, please reach out to the relevant officer.
Advisor QA Office
Name: Dr. Zahoor Hussain Shah
Email: advisor.qec@hitms.edu.pk
Phone: +92-313-9239822
Deputy Director Office
Name: Mr. M. Hibatullah Channa
Email: dd.qec@hitms.edu.pk
Phone: +92-317-0002778
Main Campus: HITMS Campus, Daman-e-Kohsar, Hyderabad, Sindh.