Curriculum
The curriculum of the Bachelor of Business Administration program at Durga Soren University Deoghar is meticulously structured to ensure a balanced blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The following table outlines all courses across eight semesters:
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | BBA101 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA102 | Principles of Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA103 | Economics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA104 | Quantitative Methods in Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA105 | Business Communication | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | BBA106 | Business Ethics and CSR | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| II | BBA201 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA202 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA203 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA204 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA205 | Business Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| II | BBA206 | Business Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | BBA301 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| III | BBA302 | Consumer Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| III | BBA303 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| III | BBA304 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203 |
| III | BBA305 | Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| III | BBA306 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | BBA205 |
| IV | BBA401 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| IV | BBA402 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| IV | BBA403 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| IV | BBA404 | Sustainability and CSR | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA206 |
| IV | BBA405 | Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| IV | BBA406 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | All previous semesters |
| V | BBA501 | Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| V | BBA502 | Investment Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| V | BBA503 | Human Resource Development | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| V | BBA504 | Business Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA206 |
| V | BBA505 | Leadership and Team Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | BBA506 | Financial Modeling | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA205 |
| VI | BBA601 | Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| VI | BBA602 | Marketing Research | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202, BBA205 |
| VI | BBA603 | International Finance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| VI | BBA604 | Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| VI | BBA605 | Sales Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| VI | BBA606 | Strategic Financial Planning | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA502 |
| VII | BBA701 | Business Process Reengineering | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| VII | BBA702 | Change Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| VII | BBA703 | Data Mining and Predictive Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| VII | BBA704 | Global Supply Chain | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
| VII | BBA705 | Business Intelligence | 3-0-0-3 | BBA402 |
| VII | BBA706 | Advanced Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA405 |
| VIII | BBA801 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | All previous semesters |
| VIII | BBA802 | Industry Internship | 6-0-0-6 | All previous semesters |
| VIII | BBA803 | Leadership Workshop | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VIII | BBA804 | Capstone Presentation | 2-0-0-2 | BBA801 |
Advanced departmental elective courses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and specialized skills. These include:
- Business Analytics: This course explores advanced techniques for analyzing business data using statistical models and machine learning algorithms. Students learn how to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights that drive strategic decisions.
- Digital Marketing Strategy: Focused on leveraging digital platforms to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement, this course covers social media marketing, search engine optimization, email campaigns, and influencer partnerships.
- Corporate Governance: This course delves into the principles of corporate governance, including board structures, stakeholder management, transparency, and accountability in business organizations.
- Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility: Students examine how companies can balance profit-making with environmental stewardship and social welfare through sustainable business practices.
- Financial Modeling: Designed to build robust financial models for investment analysis, valuation, and risk assessment, this course uses Excel and specialized software like MATLAB or Python.
- Risk Management: Students learn about identifying, assessing, and mitigating various risks in business operations, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and strategic risk.
- International Business Strategy: This course equips students with frameworks for developing global strategies, understanding international markets, and navigating cultural differences in business environments.
- Human Resource Development: Focuses on designing and implementing training programs, performance management systems, and talent development initiatives within organizations.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management: This course emphasizes entrepreneurial thinking, innovation processes, startup funding, and scaling businesses from concept to reality.
- Business Process Reengineering: Students learn how to redesign business processes to achieve dramatic improvements in cost, quality, service, and speed.
The department's philosophy on project-based learning emphasizes active participation and collaborative problem-solving. Mini-projects are introduced starting from the second year, allowing students to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings. These projects are evaluated based on research methodology, presentation skills, teamwork, and innovation.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a comprehensive endeavor that integrates all areas of study. Students select projects based on their interests and career aspirations, often collaborating with industry partners or faculty members who serve as mentors. The evaluation criteria include originality, relevance to current business challenges, depth of analysis, and presentation quality.