Course Structure Overview
The Business Administration program at Aisect University Hazaribagh is designed to provide a comprehensive yet flexible academic framework. The curriculum spans three years, with each year divided into two semesters. Students are required to complete core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and lab-based projects. The course structure ensures that students develop both foundational knowledge and specialized skills relevant to their chosen area of interest.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | BBA101 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA102 | Business Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA103 | Principles of Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA104 | Accounting Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA105 | Statistics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA106 | Business Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA107 | Computer Applications in Business | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| I | BBA108 | Business Analytics Lab | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| II | BBA201 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA202 | Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| II | BBA203 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA103 |
| II | BBA204 | Operations Research | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| II | BBA205 | Business Law and Regulations | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | BBA206 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA207 | Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| II | BBA208 | Marketing Research Lab | 0-0-3-2 | BBA105 |
| III | BBA301 | Advanced Financial Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| III | BBA302 | Strategic Marketing Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| III | BBA303 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| III | BBA304 | Business Intelligence and Data Mining | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| III | BBA305 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| III | BBA306 | Sustainable Business Practices | 3-0-0-3 | BBA106 |
| III | BBA307 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| III | BBA308 | Business Analytics Capstone Lab | 0-0-3-2 | BBA204, BBA105 |
| IV | BBA401 | Global Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA207 |
| IV | BBA402 | International Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| IV | BBA403 | E-Commerce and Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| IV | BBA404 | Corporate Governance and Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA106 |
| IV | BBA405 | Risk Management in Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| IV | BBA406 | Innovation Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA307 |
| IV | BBA407 | Business Leadership and Team Dynamics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| IV | BBA408 | Final Year Thesis Project | 0-0-6-4 | All core courses |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers a range of advanced elective courses that allow students to specialize in specific areas based on their interests and career goals.
Consumer Psychology
This course delves into the psychological factors that influence consumer decision-making. Students will learn how cognitive biases, emotional triggers, and social dynamics impact purchasing behavior. The course includes interactive sessions with market research professionals and case studies from global brands.
Digital Advertising Strategies
Students explore modern digital advertising platforms including Google Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and programmatic advertising. They gain hands-on experience in creating targeted campaigns, analyzing performance metrics, and optimizing ad spend using real-world datasets.
Brand Management
This course focuses on building and maintaining brand equity through strategic positioning, visual identity design, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement. Students work with actual clients to develop comprehensive brand strategies that align with business objectives.
Market Research Methodology
The course teaches students how to design and execute market research projects using quantitative and qualitative methods. Topics include survey design, focus groups, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis tools like SPSS and R.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
This elective explores the role of CSR in business strategy and stakeholder relations. Students examine global CSR frameworks, sustainability reporting standards, and ethical decision-making processes used by leading companies worldwide.
Sustainable Business Models
Students learn how to integrate environmental and social considerations into business models. The course covers circular economy principles, carbon footprint reduction strategies, green supply chain management, and regulatory compliance in sustainable practices.
Business Intelligence and Data Mining
This advanced course introduces students to data warehousing, ETL processes, machine learning algorithms, and predictive modeling techniques. Students work with real-time datasets to extract actionable insights for business decision-making.
Innovation Management
The course equips students with tools and frameworks for managing innovation within organizations. It covers ideation techniques, design thinking, lean startup methodologies, and intellectual property management.
International Financial Markets
This elective provides an in-depth understanding of international financial systems, currency exchange mechanisms, cross-border investments, and global risk management strategies. Students analyze current trends in foreign exchange markets and equity sectors.
Risk Management in Business
This course examines various types of business risks including operational, financial, strategic, and reputational. Students learn to assess risk exposure, develop mitigation strategies, and implement risk monitoring systems using industry-standard tools.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly believes in experiential learning through project-based assignments. Projects are structured to mirror real-world business challenges, encouraging students to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings.
Mini-projects begin in the second year and involve small teams working on short-term challenges provided by industry partners or faculty mentors. These projects typically last 4–6 weeks and require students to present findings to stakeholders.
The final-year thesis project is a significant component of the program, lasting approximately 12 weeks. Students select topics aligned with their specialization track and work closely with faculty advisors to conduct original research or develop innovative business solutions.
Students are encouraged to propose their own ideas for projects, provided they align with departmental guidelines and receive approval from faculty members. The selection process involves reviewing proposal outlines, team composition, resource availability, and feasibility within the given timeframe.
Evaluation criteria include project documentation, presentation quality, stakeholder feedback, peer reviews, and final deliverables. Projects are graded on both individual contributions and collaborative outcomes, ensuring accountability and teamwork.