Comprehensive Course Structure Overview
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at Annamacharya University Rajampet is structured over eight semesters to ensure a progressive learning experience. Each semester includes core 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 | BBA101 | Introduction to Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA102 | Business Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA103 | Mathematics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA104 | Accounting Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA105 | Economics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA106 | Introduction to Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA107 | Business Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA201 | Managerial Economics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| 2 | BBA202 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA203 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| 2 | BBA204 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| 2 | BBA205 | Business Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA206 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| 2 | BBA207 | Business Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | BBA106 |
| 3 | BBA301 | Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| 3 | BBA302 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| 3 | BBA303 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 3 | BBA304 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 3 | BBA305 | Consumer Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA306 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| 3 | BBA307 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA106 |
| 4 | BBA401 | Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 4 | BBA402 | Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| 4 | BBA403 | Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 4 | BBA404 | Sustainable Business Practices | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 4 | BBA405 | Ethics and Governance in Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA107 |
| 4 | BBA406 | Business Law and Compliance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| 4 | BBA407 | Capstone Project | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA303 |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
These advanced courses are offered to provide depth in specialized areas of business management:
- Corporate Finance and Investment Analysis: This course explores financial markets, asset valuation, portfolio theory, and investment decision-making processes. Students learn to analyze financial statements, assess risk-return trade-offs, and develop investment strategies tailored to specific market conditions.
- Consumer Psychology and Branding Strategy: Focusing on the psychological factors influencing consumer behavior, this course delves into branding, advertising psychology, customer segmentation, and brand equity management. It equips students with tools to craft compelling marketing narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
- Supply Chain Optimization and Logistics Management: This elective addresses the complexities of global supply chains, including supplier selection, demand forecasting, inventory control, and logistics coordination. Students gain hands-on experience using simulation software and real-world case studies to optimize supply chain performance.
- Data Analytics for Decision Making: Utilizing statistical modeling and machine learning techniques, this course teaches students how to extract actionable insights from large datasets. Through interactive workshops and project work, participants learn to build predictive models and visualize data effectively.
- Sustainable Business Strategy: Designed to address environmental and social responsibility in business operations, this course integrates sustainability frameworks, ESG reporting, carbon footprint analysis, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives into strategic planning.
- International Marketing and Cross-Cultural Management: Exploring global markets, cultural differences, international trade policies, and multinational enterprise strategies, this course prepares students to operate effectively in diverse cultural contexts and navigate geopolitical risks.
- Business Strategy and Competitive Advantage: This course emphasizes strategic thinking and competitive analysis. Students study frameworks like SWOT, Porter's Five Forces, and VRIO to evaluate organizational strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in dynamic market environments.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management: Through project-based learning, students explore the process of ideation, prototyping, business model development, and venture financing. The course includes guest lectures from successful entrepreneurs and visits to startup incubators.
- Risk Assessment and Crisis Management: This course focuses on identifying, evaluating, and mitigating various types of business risks, including financial, operational, strategic, and reputational. Students learn crisis communication strategies and business continuity planning.
- Human Capital Development and Talent Management: Addressing the role of human resources in organizational success, this course covers talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and leadership development programs.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department adheres to a project-based learning model that encourages students to apply theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios. Mini-projects are introduced from the second semester, allowing students to work collaboratively on case studies and simulations relevant to their specialization tracks.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the curriculum, where students undertake an independent research or consulting project under faculty supervision. The structure includes:
- Proposal Development
- Research Methodology Design
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Project Presentation and Defense
Students select projects based on their interests, faculty availability, and industry relevance. Faculty mentors are assigned according to project alignment and expertise areas.