Curriculum Overview
The Business Administration program at Future University Bareilly is structured over eight semesters, ensuring a comprehensive academic journey that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, innovation, and real-world problem-solving through project-based learning and industry exposure.
Semester-wise Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (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 | Quantitative Methods for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA105 | Business Ethics and Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA106 | Introduction to Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | BBA201 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA202 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA203 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA204 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA205 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA206 | Business Law | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| III | BBA301 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| III | BBA302 | Consumer Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| III | BBA303 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203 |
| III | BBA304 | Business Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| III | BBA305 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| III | BBA306 | Managerial Economics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA103 |
| IV | BBA401 | Advanced Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| IV | BBA402 | Brand Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| IV | BBA403 | Risk Analysis and Mitigation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| IV | BBA404 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| IV | BBA405 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| IV | BBA406 | Ethics in Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| V | BBA501 | Digital Marketing Strategies | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| V | BBA502 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
| V | BBA503 | Sustainable Business Practices | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| V | BBA504 | Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| V | BBA505 | Global Strategic Planning | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
| V | BBA506 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| VI | BBA601 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | All previous semesters |
| VI | BBA602 | Internship | 3-0-0-3 | All previous semesters |
| VI | BBA603 | Leadership and Team Dynamics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| VI | BBA604 | Business Valuation and M&A | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| VI | BBA605 | Advanced Business Research | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| VI | BBA606 | Business Policy and Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Advanced departmental electives allow students to specialize in areas aligned with their interests and career goals. These courses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills relevant to specific business domains.
Digital Marketing & E-commerce: This course explores the evolving landscape of digital marketing, focusing on online advertising, social media strategies, content creation, and e-commerce platforms. Students learn to analyze consumer behavior and optimize marketing campaigns using data analytics tools.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Designed for students aiming to start their own ventures, this course covers business model development, pitch preparation, venture financing, and startup ecosystems. Practical workshops help students refine their ideas and develop viable business plans.
Financial Analytics & Risk Management: Students gain proficiency in financial modeling, risk assessment techniques, credit analysis, and derivatives markets. This course prepares graduates for roles in investment banking, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
Human Resource Development & Organizational Behavior: This elective delves into talent acquisition, performance evaluation, training design, and organizational change management. Real-world case studies help students understand the complexities of managing human capital effectively.
Sustainable Business & Corporate Social Responsibility: This course examines how businesses can operate sustainably while generating profits. Topics include environmental impact assessment, ethical sourcing, community engagement, and stakeholder theory.
International Business Strategy: Students explore global market entry strategies, cultural differences in business practices, international trade regulations, and cross-border collaboration models. Guest speakers from multinational firms share insights on operating in diverse environments.
Operations Management & Supply Chain: This course focuses on supply chain optimization, inventory management, logistics planning, and process improvement methodologies. Students use simulation software to model real-world scenarios and identify bottlenecks in production systems.
Corporate Governance & Ethics: Emphasizes legal compliance, board dynamics, ethical frameworks, and corporate accountability measures. Case studies from recent financial scandals provide a framework for understanding the importance of integrity in business operations.
Business Analytics & Data Science: Students learn to extract insights from large datasets using statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and visualization tools. Applications include customer segmentation, predictive modeling, and operational forecasting.
Brand Management & Communication Strategy: This course covers brand identity development, communication strategy formulation, public relations, and integrated marketing communications. Students work on real-world campaigns for local or global brands to enhance their practical skills.
Strategic Consulting: Designed for students interested in consulting careers, this elective teaches problem-solving frameworks, client management, presentation techniques, and case interview preparation. Simulated consulting projects provide hands-on experience in addressing complex business challenges.
Business Intelligence & Decision Making: Students develop competencies in information systems, decision support systems, and strategic data analysis. This course emphasizes the role of technology in improving organizational performance through data-driven decision-making processes.
Public Sector Management: Explores governance structures, policy implementation, regulatory frameworks, and administrative reforms within public institutions. Students examine successful case studies from various countries to understand best practices in public management.
Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability: Analyzes the intersection of business success and social impact. This course emphasizes corporate responsibility, sustainable development goals, and ethical leadership in addressing societal challenges.
Business Negotiation & Conflict Resolution: Focuses on negotiation strategies, conflict resolution techniques, mediation skills, and collaborative problem-solving approaches. Students engage in role-playing exercises to practice real-world negotiations and dispute settlements.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department believes that project-based learning is essential for developing critical thinking, collaboration, and practical problem-solving skills among students. Projects are structured to mirror real-world business scenarios and encourage multidisciplinary approaches.
Mini-projects begin in the third semester, where students work in teams on short-term assignments related to their chosen specialization tracks. These projects involve data collection, analysis, report writing, and oral presentations.
The final-year capstone project requires students to select a significant business challenge within their field of interest and propose a comprehensive solution using academic research, industry insights, and practical implementation strategies. Faculty mentors guide students throughout the process, ensuring alignment with industry standards and academic rigor.