Comprehensive Course Structure
The BBA program at Al Karim University Katihar is structured over six semesters, with a blend of core business courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BBA-101 | Business Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA-102 | Business Communication | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | BBA-103 | Introduction to Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA-104 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA-105 | Business Law | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | BBA-106 | Computer Applications | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA-201 | Managerial Economics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 2 | BBA-202 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 2 | BBA-203 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 2 | BBA-204 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 2 | BBA-205 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 2 | BBA-206 | Business Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-101 |
| 3 | BBA-301 | Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-204 |
| 3 | BBA-302 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-201 |
| 3 | BBA-303 | Marketing Research | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-203 |
| 3 | BBA-304 | Business Ethics and CSR | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-101 |
| 3 | BBA-305 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-205 |
| 3 | BBA-306 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-201 |
| 4 | BBA-401 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-301 |
| 4 | BBA-402 | Investment Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-301 |
| 4 | BBA-403 | Sales and Distribution Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-203 |
| 4 | BBA-404 | Corporate Governance | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-301 |
| 4 | BBA-405 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-206 |
| 4 | BBA-406 | Brand Management | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-203 |
| 5 | BBA-501 | Advanced Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-301 |
| 5 | BBA-502 | Project Management | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-205 |
| 5 | BBA-503 | Business Consulting | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-301 |
| 5 | BBA-504 | Sustainable Business Practices | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-304 |
| 5 | BBA-505 | Digital Marketing Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA-203 |
| 5 | BBA-506 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-206 |
| 6 | BBA-601 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | BBA-501 |
| 6 | BBA-602 | Internship | 2-0-0-2 | BBA-501 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The advanced departmental electives in our Business Administration program are carefully curated to provide students with specialized knowledge and skills relevant to their chosen career paths.
- Business Analytics: This course equips students with data analysis tools, statistical modeling techniques, and predictive analytics frameworks used in modern business decision-making. Students learn to interpret complex datasets using Python, R, and SQL.
- Investment Banking: Designed for those interested in financial markets, this elective covers equity valuation, mergers & acquisitions, and capital structure decisions. Real-world case studies from global financial institutions are used extensively.
- Global Supply Chain Management: This course explores international logistics, cross-border operations, and supply chain risk management. Students engage with actual supply chain data from multinational corporations to understand real-world challenges.
- Corporate Governance: This subject examines the legal and ethical responsibilities of corporate leaders, board structures, stakeholder relations, and compliance frameworks in large organizations.
- Brand Management: Students learn how to build, manage, and measure brand equity through consumer research, branding strategies, and digital marketing channels. The course includes projects with real brands.
- Digital Marketing Strategy: This elective focuses on online advertising, SEO/SEM, social media strategy, email campaigns, and conversion optimization techniques used in contemporary marketing practices.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation: This course combines theory with practical application, teaching students how to identify market opportunities, develop business models, secure funding, and launch startups.
- Sustainable Business Practices: Students explore environmental sustainability, green supply chains, corporate social responsibility, and ethical leadership practices within global business contexts.
- Human Resource Analytics: This course teaches students how to leverage data analytics in HR functions such as recruitment, performance management, retention strategies, and workforce planning.
- Strategic Planning and Implementation: Students gain hands-on experience in developing strategic plans for organizations, including SWOT analysis, scenario planning, and change management frameworks.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our department strongly believes in experiential learning through project-based education. Projects are designed to simulate real-world business challenges and encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation.
Mini-projects begin in the second year, allowing students to apply concepts learned in class to practical scenarios. These projects involve teams working under faculty supervision on tasks such as market research, product development, or business model analysis.
The final-year capstone project is a comprehensive initiative where students work independently or in groups on a significant business problem. They receive mentorship from faculty and industry professionals throughout the process.
Evaluation criteria include presentation skills, team collaboration, analytical depth, creativity, and adherence to deadlines. The final project culminates in a public defense session where students present their findings to a panel of experts.