Course Structure Overview
The Management program at Manav Bharti University Solan follows a structured curriculum designed to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The program is divided into eight semesters, each containing a mix of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory courses.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | MNG101 | Introduction to Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | MNG102 | Business Communication | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| I | ECO101 | Principles of Economics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | MAT101 | Quantitative Techniques | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ENG101 | English for Business | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| I | MNG103 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | LIT101 | Business Ethics and Social Responsibility | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | MNG104 | Business Simulation Lab | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| II | MNG201 | Organizational Behavior | 3-1-0-4 | MNG101 |
| II | FIN201 | Financial Accounting | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | MKT201 | Marketing Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | OPM201 | Operations Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | HRM201 | Human Resource Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | MNG202 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 2-1-0-3 | MAT101 |
| II | MNG203 | Entrepreneurship Workshop | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| II | LIT201 | Leadership and Team Dynamics | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| III | MNG301 | Strategic Management | 3-1-0-4 | MNG201, FIN201 |
| III | FIN301 | Corporate Finance | 3-1-0-4 | FIN201 |
| III | MKT301 | Consumer Behavior and Market Research | 3-1-0-4 | MKT201 |
| III | OPM301 | Supply Chain Management | 3-1-0-4 | OPM201 |
| III | HRS301 | Talent Acquisition and Development | 3-1-0-4 | HRM201 |
| III | MNG302 | Business Analytics Lab | 0-0-3-3 | MNG202 |
| III | MNG303 | Sustainable Business Practices | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| IV | MNG401 | Global Strategy and International Business | 3-1-0-4 | MNG301 |
| IV | FIN401 | Risk Management and Financial Markets | 3-1-0-4 | FIN301 |
| IV | MKT401 | Digital Marketing and E-commerce | 3-1-0-4 | MKT301 |
| IV | OPM401 | Project Management and Quality Control | 3-1-0-4 | OPM301 |
| IV | HRS401 | Employee Relations and Performance Management | 3-1-0-4 | HRS301 |
| IV | MNG402 | Innovation and Technology Management | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| IV | MNG403 | Capstone Project I | 0-0-6-6 | MNG301 |
| V | MNG501 | Advanced Strategic Planning | 3-1-0-4 | MNG401 |
| V | FIN501 | Investment Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions | 3-1-0-4 | FIN401 |
| V | MKT501 | Brand Management and Customer Experience | 3-1-0-4 | MKT401 |
| V | OPM501 | Operations Research and Optimization Techniques | 3-1-0-4 | OPM401 |
| V | HRS501 | Human Capital Strategy and Organizational Change | 3-1-0-4 | HRS401 |
| V | MNG502 | Data Science and Machine Learning Applications | 2-1-0-3 | MNG402 |
| V | MNG503 | Capstone Project II | 0-0-6-6 | MNG403 |
| V | MNG504 | Industry Internship | 0-0-12-12 | - |
| VI | MNG601 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3-1-0-4 | MNG501 |
| VI | FIN601 | Financial Modeling and Valuation | 3-1-0-4 | FIN501 |
| VI | MKT601 | Advanced Digital Marketing Strategy | 3-1-0-4 | MKT501 |
| VI | OPM601 | Sustainability and Green Supply Chain | 3-1-0-4 | OPM501 |
| VI | HRS601 | Leadership Development and Coaching | 3-1-0-4 | HRS501 |
| VI | MNG602 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lab | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| VII | MNG701 | Executive Leadership and Governance | 3-1-0-4 | MNG601 |
| VII | FIN701 | Corporate Risk Management | 3-1-0-4 | FIN601 |
| VII | MKT701 | Advanced Analytics for Marketing | 3-1-0-4 | MKT601 |
| VII | OPM701 | Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement | 3-1-0-4 | OPM601 |
| VII | HRS701 | Global HR Strategies and Talent Management | 3-1-0-4 | HRS601 |
| VII | MNG702 | Final Year Thesis/Research Project | 0-0-12-12 | - |
| VIII | MNG801 | Industry Consultancy Project | 0-0-6-6 | MNG702 |
| VIII | MNG802 | Capstone Presentation and Viva Voce | 0-0-3-3 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Departmental electives play a crucial role in allowing students to explore specific areas of interest within management. These courses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and specialized skills relevant to contemporary business practices.
- Business Analytics and Data Science: This course delves into advanced statistical techniques, data mining, predictive modeling, and machine learning algorithms applied in business contexts. Students learn to use tools like R, Python, and SQL to extract insights from large datasets, making informed decisions based on data-driven evidence.
- Digital Marketing Strategy: In today's digital age, marketing has evolved significantly. This course covers digital advertising platforms, social media strategy, content marketing, SEO/SEM optimization, email marketing, and mobile marketing. Students gain hands-on experience in campaign planning and execution using real-world case studies.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this elective explores the process of creating new ventures, developing business models, securing funding, and managing startup growth. It includes guest lectures from successful founders and visits to incubators and accelerators.
- Sustainable Business Practices: As environmental consciousness grows, organizations must integrate sustainability into their core strategies. This course examines corporate social responsibility, green supply chains, carbon footprint reduction, and sustainable innovation practices.
- Global Strategy and International Business: With increasing globalization, understanding international markets is essential. Students analyze global expansion strategies, cross-cultural management, international trade policies, and geopolitical risks affecting business operations.
- Human Capital Strategy: This course focuses on aligning HR practices with organizational objectives. It covers talent acquisition, performance management, learning and development, compensation strategy, and workforce analytics to build a competitive advantage through people.
- Financial Risk Management: Students learn about financial instruments, derivatives, risk assessment techniques, value-at-risk models, and regulatory compliance in financial markets. The course integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications using industry-standard tools.
- Operations Research and Optimization Techniques: This elective teaches mathematical modeling and optimization methods used in logistics, production planning, resource allocation, and decision-making under uncertainty. Students apply these techniques to solve complex operational problems.
- Supply Chain Analytics: Focused on data-driven supply chain management, this course covers demand forecasting, inventory control, supplier relationship management, and supply chain risk analysis using advanced analytics tools.
- Innovation Management: This course explores the process of managing innovation within organizations. It covers ideation techniques, design thinking, innovation metrics, intellectual property management, and creating an innovation-friendly culture.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is rooted in experiential education, where students actively engage in solving real-world business problems. This approach not only reinforces theoretical concepts but also develops critical thinking and collaborative skills essential for professional success.
The structure of project-based learning begins with mini-projects in the second year, progressing to capstone projects in the final year. Mini-projects are typically completed in teams of 3-5 students over a period of 8-10 weeks. These projects are assigned by faculty members or industry partners and focus on specific business challenges such as market entry strategies, product development, or operational improvements.
Final-year thesis/capstone projects are more comprehensive and require students to select topics aligned with their career aspirations or areas of interest. The selection process involves a proposal submission, followed by faculty mentorship and regular progress reviews. Students work closely with industry mentors to ensure relevance and practical applicability of their research.
Evaluation criteria for project-based learning include proposal quality, methodology, execution, presentation, peer feedback, and final deliverables. The department encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing students from different branches to contribute diverse perspectives and expertise.