Curriculum Overview
The curriculum for the Business Administration program at Mahayogi Gorakhnath University Gorakhpur is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of business principles while fostering critical thinking and innovation. The program spans three years and includes a blend of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and hands-on laboratory experiences.
Year 1: Foundation Building
In the first year, students are introduced to fundamental concepts in business through courses such as Business Communication, Introduction to Business, Mathematics for Business, Principles of Management, and Business Statistics. These foundational courses lay the groundwork for advanced learning in subsequent years.
Year 2: Core Competencies
The second year builds upon the foundation established in the first year. Students study Economics for Business, Financial Accounting, Organizational Behavior, Marketing Principles, and Business Law. These courses provide a deeper understanding of core business disciplines and their interrelationships.
Year 3: Specialization and Application
The third year introduces specialized areas such as Strategic Management, Operations Management, Human Resource Management, Business Ethics and CSR, and Business Analytics. Students also have the opportunity to choose from a variety of electives based on their interests and career aspirations.
Year 4: Capstone Experience
The final year culminates in capstone projects where students apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business problems. This includes internships, advanced thesis work, and collaborative projects with industry partners. The capstone experience ensures that students graduate with both academic excellence and practical expertise.
Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BBA101 | Business Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA102 | Introduction to Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA103 | Mathematics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA104 | Principles of Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA105 | Business Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA201 | Economics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA202 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA203 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA204 | Marketing Principles | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA205 | Business Law | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 3 | BBA301 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203, BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA302 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203, BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA303 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203, BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA304 | Business Ethics and CSR | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201, BBA202, BBA203, BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA305 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| 4 | BBA401 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 4 | BBA402 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 4 | BBA403 | Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 4 | BBA404 | Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 4 | BBA405 | Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 5 | BBA501 | E-Commerce Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA401, BBA402, BBA403, BBA404 |
| 5 | BBA502 | Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | BBA401, BBA402, BBA403, BBA404 |
| 5 | BBA503 | Financial Markets and Instruments | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| 5 | BBA504 | Business Intelligence | 3-0-0-3 | BBA305 |
| 5 | BBA505 | Sustainable Business Practices | 3-0-0-3 | BBA401, BBA402, BBA403, BBA404 |
| 6 | BBA601 | Business Simulation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA501, BBA502, BBA503, BBA504 |
| 6 | BBA602 | Capstone Project | 3-0-0-3 | BBA501, BBA502, BBA503, BBA504 |
| 6 | BBA603 | Advanced Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA305 |
| 6 | BBA604 | Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 6 | BBA605 | Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301, BBA302, BBA303, BBA304 |
| 7 | BBA701 | Global Business Environment | 3-0-0-3 | BBA601, BBA602, BBA603, BBA604 |
| 7 | BBA702 | Leadership Development | 3-0-0-3 | BBA601, BBA602, BBA603, BBA604 |
| 7 | BBA703 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | BBA305 |
| 7 | BBA704 | Business Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA601, BBA602, BBA603, BBA604 |
| 7 | BBA705 | Internship | 3-0-0-3 | BBA601, BBA602, BBA603, BBA604 |
| 8 | BBA801 | Advanced Case Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BBA701, BBA702, BBA703, BBA704 |
| 8 | BBA802 | Capstone Thesis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA701, BBA702, BBA703, BBA704 |
| 8 | BBA803 | Business Consulting Project | 3-0-0-3 | BBA701, BBA702, BBA703, BBA704 |
| 8 | BBA804 | Executive Leadership | 3-0-0-3 | BBA701, BBA702, BBA703, BBA704 |
| 8 | BBA805 | Final Project | 3-0-0-3 | BBA701, BBA702, BBA703, BBA704 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The advanced departmental elective courses offered in the Business Administration program include:
- Business Analytics and Data Science: This course equips students with tools and techniques for analyzing large datasets using statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization software. The learning objectives focus on interpreting complex business data to drive strategic decisions.
- Digital Marketing Strategy: Students learn how to develop and implement effective digital marketing campaigns across various platforms including social media, email, search engines, and content marketing. This course emphasizes real-world case studies from global brands.
- Corporate Governance and Ethics: This elective explores the principles of corporate governance, board responsibilities, ethical dilemmas in business, and regulatory compliance frameworks. It prepares students to navigate complex governance landscapes in multinational organizations.
- Sustainable Business Practices: The course examines how businesses can integrate environmental and social considerations into their operations while maintaining profitability. Topics include carbon footprint reduction, green supply chains, and sustainability reporting.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management: Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this course covers ideation, business model design, venture financing, scalability strategies, and innovation management processes. Students work on developing actual business plans and pitching to investors.
- International Business Strategy: This course provides insights into global market entry strategies, cross-cultural negotiations, international trade policies, and geopolitical risks. Case studies from multinationals offer practical perspectives on global expansion.
- Risk Management in Financial Markets: Students gain an understanding of financial risk assessment, derivatives valuation, portfolio optimization, and crisis management. The course includes hands-on simulations using financial modeling tools.
- Supply Chain Optimization: This elective focuses on logistics planning, inventory control, demand forecasting, and supplier relationship management. Students engage in projects that involve real-world supply chain challenges faced by major corporations.
- Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems: This course introduces students to decision support systems, data warehousing, OLAP tools, and KPI dashboards. It prepares them for roles in business intelligence consulting and analytics leadership positions.
- Consumer Behavior Analysis: Students explore the psychological and sociological factors influencing consumer purchasing decisions. The learning outcomes include conducting market research, analyzing brand perception, and designing effective marketing communications.
- E-Commerce Business Models: This course covers the evolution of e-commerce, platform development, digital payment systems, cybersecurity in online transactions, and mobile commerce trends. Real-world examples from leading platforms like Amazon, Alibaba, and Flipkart are used for analysis.
- Strategic Human Resource Management: This elective delves into talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, organizational change, and HR analytics. Students analyze real HR challenges faced by organizations and propose solutions.
- Financial Risk Assessment and Mitigation: The course provides a comprehensive overview of financial risk identification, measurement, and mitigation strategies. It includes practical applications in credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance.
- Business Process Reengineering: This course teaches students how to redesign business processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. It combines theory with practical case studies from successful reengineering projects.
- Business Innovation and Technology Trends: Students explore emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and robotics in business contexts. They learn how to leverage these innovations for competitive advantage and business transformation.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a cornerstone of the curriculum. Students are required to complete both mini-projects and a final-year thesis or capstone project. Mini-projects typically last 3-4 months and involve small teams working on real-world problems provided by industry partners or faculty members.
For the final-year thesis, students select from a wide range of topics aligned with their specialization tracks and interests. They are paired with faculty mentors who guide them through the research process, ensuring that their work meets academic rigor and practical relevance. The evaluation criteria include originality of approach, depth of analysis, clarity of presentation, and contribution to existing knowledge in the field.