Course Structure Overview
The MBA curriculum at Indira University Pune is meticulously structured to ensure a holistic learning experience. The program spans two academic years, divided into four semesters. Each semester consists of core courses, departmental electives, and practical components designed to enhance analytical thinking and real-world application.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | Semester I | MBA101 | Business Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| MBA102 | Financial Accounting and Reporting | 3-0-0-3 | None | ||
| MBA103 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | None | ||
| MBA104 | Marketing Management | 3-0-0-3 | None | ||
| Semester II | MBA201 | Operations Research | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | |
| MBA202 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA203 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA204 | Ethics and Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| Semester III | MBA301 | Managerial Economics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | |
| MBA302 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA303 | Financial Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA304 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| Second Year | Semester IV | MBA401 | Corporate Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | MBA203, MBA303 |
| MBA402 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA403 | Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA404 | Sustainability and CSR | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| Semester V | MBA501 | Elective 1: Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | |
| MBA502 | Elective 2: Innovation Management | 3-0-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA503 | Elective 3: Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 | ||
| MBA504 | Elective 4: Behavioral Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA101, MBA102 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Departmental electives form a crucial part of the MBA curriculum, allowing students to delve deeper into specialized areas based on their interests and career goals. These courses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills that align with industry demands.
- Digital Marketing: This course explores digital strategies, social media marketing, SEO/SEM, content marketing, and analytics tools used in modern marketing practices. Students learn how to create effective campaigns and measure ROI using advanced software platforms.
- Innovation Management: Focused on fostering creativity and innovation within organizations, this course covers ideation techniques, design thinking, lean startup methodologies, and change management processes.
- Risk Management: Students study financial risk assessment models, operational risk frameworks, regulatory compliance, and mitigation strategies applicable in various business contexts.
- Behavioral Analytics: Utilizing data science and psychology principles, this course teaches students to interpret consumer behavior patterns, optimize user experience, and improve decision-making through behavioral insights.
- Corporate Finance: Designed for those interested in financial strategy, this course covers capital structure decisions, investment analysis, dividend policy, and corporate valuation methods.
- Human Capital Strategy: This course examines talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement strategies that drive organizational success.
- Supply Chain Optimization: Students learn about logistics networks, demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, and technology integration in supply chain operations.
- Sustainable Business Practices: Emphasizing environmental responsibility, this course addresses green supply chains, carbon footprint reduction, sustainable procurement, and ESG compliance frameworks.
- Strategic Consulting: This elective prepares students for consulting roles by teaching problem-solving methodologies, client communication skills, report writing, and presentation techniques.
- Business Ethics and Governance: Students explore ethical dilemmas in business environments, corporate governance structures, stakeholder theory, and the role of ethics in decision-making processes.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our program strongly advocates for project-based learning as a cornerstone of experiential education. This approach enables students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings while developing essential soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication.
The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects in the first year followed by a comprehensive final-year thesis or capstone project. These projects are typically conducted in collaboration with industry partners, providing students with hands-on experience in solving actual business challenges.
Mini-projects are assigned at the beginning of each semester and must be completed within 4-6 weeks. Students work in teams of 3-5 members and receive guidance from faculty mentors throughout the process. Projects are evaluated based on research quality, creativity, presentation skills, and impact on business outcomes.
The final-year capstone project is a more extensive endeavor that spans several months. Students select a topic aligned with their specialization and work closely with an assigned faculty advisor. The project culminates in a detailed report, oral defense, and presentation to industry stakeholders.
Faculty members play a pivotal role in guiding students through the project selection process, helping them identify relevant topics, develop research methodologies, and ensure alignment with current industry trends. Regular feedback sessions and milestone reviews help keep projects on track and improve quality outcomes.