Guided by global experience, academic excellence, and real-world impact
ICM is shaped by leadership with decades of international experience across academia, government, and global organisations — ensuring every programme reflects both rigour and real-world relevance.
Professor Habib Khan
Professor Habib Khan is an internationally recognised expert in education leadership, policy development, and technology integration, with over 30 years of experience across academia, government, and global organisations. His career combines academic research, large-scale programme leadership, and international development work, contributing to the design and implementation of education systems across multiple regions.
Academic background
Professor Khan holds a Doctorate in Education from Harvard University, specialising in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy. His academic work focuses on:
- Education management systems
- Data-driven decision-making in education
- Integration of technology into teaching and learning
He also holds a Master's degree in International Education from Harvard University.
Global leadership experience
Professor Khan has held senior roles across major international organisations and initiatives, including:
- Director of Education (South & Central Asia) — OLPC (associated with MIT)
- Team Leader — World Bank-supported national education project
- Academic Programme Manager — Microsoft Corporation
- Director General — Academy of Educational Planning & Management
Across these roles he has led large-scale education programmes, developed national systems, and contributed to policy and capacity-building across multiple countries.
Driving global education transformation
National EMIS
Development of national Education Management Information Systems enabling data-driven policy decisions.
Technology-Enabled Education
Implementation of technology-enabled education programmes at national scale through OLPC and Microsoft.
Capacity Building
Training and capacity building of education professionals across governments and international organisations.
Policy Integration
Integration of data and policy into education planning across multiple governments and regions.
Leadership at ICM
🔥 From traditional to applied learning
A central focus of his leadership has been to move beyond conventional, lecture-based education towards a model that is:
- Application-driven
- Student-centred
- Outcome-focused
This is reflected in ICM programmes, which integrate academic frameworks with real-world application and practical problem-solving.
💡 Embedding innovation at ICM
- Blended learning models (online and in-person integration)
- Step-by-step progression pathways
- Integration of professional development alongside academic study
- Practical, applied learning approaches
🏛️ Influence of global academic experience
His experience at Harvard, combined with involvement in initiatives linked to MIT and global organisations, has shaped his approach to:
- Interdisciplinary programme design
- Technology-enabled learning environments
- Scalable education systems
These insights inform ICM's model of flexible, globally accessible education.
🌍 Global perspective
Professor Khan's international experience across multiple regions ensures that ICM maintains a strong global outlook, preparing students for diverse professional environments and career pathways.
Key affiliations & institutions
Experienced leadership. Clear direction.
"Education should combine academic rigour with practical application."
This philosophy underpins the design of every ICM programme — from curriculum architecture to career support and global progression pathways.