MBA Curriculum Overview
The MBA curriculum at Gyanmanjari Innovative University Bhavnagar is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive yet flexible learning experience. It is structured over four semesters, with each semester comprising core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and practical components such as mini-projects and capstone projects.
Course Structure Across Semesters
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | MBA101 | Business Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | MBA102 | Quantitative Methods | 3-0-0-3 | Mathematics in 12th Grade |
| I | MBA103 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | MBA104 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | MBA105 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | MBA106 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| II | MBA201 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 |
| II | MBA202 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | MBA104 |
| II | MBA203 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA103 |
| II | MBA204 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA102 |
| II | MBA205 | Ethics and Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101 |
| III | MBA301 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | MBA201 |
| III | MBA302 | Product and Brand Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA105 |
| III | MBA303 | Investment Banking | 3-0-0-3 | MBA202 |
| III | MBA304 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA106 |
| IV | MBA401 | Capstone Project | 2-0-0-2 | All previous semesters |
| IV | MBA402 | Leadership Development | 2-0-0-2 | MBA103, MBA201 |
| IV | MBA403 | Sustainability and Social Impact | 2-0-0-2 | MBA205 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Students can choose from a wide array of advanced elective courses that align with their career goals:
- Advanced Corporate Finance: Focuses on complex financial instruments, valuation techniques, and risk management strategies in multinational corporations.
- Data Mining and Machine Learning for Business: Explores how data science methodologies can be applied to solve business problems and improve decision-making processes.
- Global Supply Chain Strategy: Covers logistics optimization, supplier relationship management, and cross-border supply chain challenges.
- Digital Marketing Analytics: Integrates tools like Google Analytics, SEO/SEM strategies, and social media analytics to drive digital growth.
- Crisis Management and Risk Assessment: Teaches students how to identify, assess, and respond to organizational crises using real-world case studies.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The program emphasizes project-based learning as a cornerstone of experiential education. Students begin with small group projects in the first semester, progressing to larger-scale capstone projects in the final year. Projects are selected based on industry needs and student interests, with faculty mentors guiding students throughout the process.
Mini-projects span two months and require students to work collaboratively on a real business challenge. These projects are evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, impact, and presentation quality. The capstone project, which spans the entire final semester, involves working with a sponsoring organization or conducting independent research under faculty supervision.
Capstone Project Structure
The capstone project is an individualized, comprehensive endeavor that allows students to apply all knowledge acquired during the program. Students must identify a relevant business problem, conduct research, propose solutions, and present findings to industry experts. Faculty mentors guide the process, ensuring alignment with academic standards and practical relevance.