Comprehensive Curriculum Overview
The business administration curriculum at Netaji Subhas University Jamshedpur is designed to provide a holistic education that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program spans eight semesters, each building upon the previous one to create a cohesive learning experience.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BBA101 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA102 | Business Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA103 | Principles of Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA104 | Microeconomics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA105 | Mathematics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BBA106 | Computer Applications in Business | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA201 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA103 |
| 2 | BBA202 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA203 | Statistics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| 2 | BBA204 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BBA205 | Economics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA104 |
| 2 | BBA206 | Business Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | BBA301 | Marketing Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| 3 | BBA302 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| 3 | BBA303 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 3 | BBA304 | Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| 3 | BBA305 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| 3 | BBA306 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| 4 | BBA401 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| 4 | BBA402 | Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA302 |
| 4 | BBA403 | Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| 4 | BBA404 | Business Law and Regulations | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | BBA405 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | BBA406 | Business Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| 5 | BBA501 | Advanced Marketing Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| 5 | BBA502 | Financial Markets and Institutions | 3-0-0-3 | BBA302 |
| 5 | BBA503 | Human Capital Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
| 5 | BBA504 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA304 |
| 5 | BBA505 | Data Mining and Predictive Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA305 |
| 5 | BBA506 | Global Business Environment | 3-0-0-3 | BBA306 |
| 6 | BBA601 | Corporate Governance and Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | BBA602 | Supply Chain Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA401 |
| 6 | BBA603 | Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems | 3-0-0-3 | BBA505 |
| 6 | BBA604 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA506 |
| 6 | BBA605 | Innovation Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA504 |
| 6 | BBA606 | Capstone Project | 0-0-6-9 | All previous courses |
Advanced Departmental Electives
- Business Analytics: This course focuses on using statistical models and data analysis tools to solve complex business problems. Students learn about predictive modeling, regression analysis, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Designed to nurture innovative thinking, this course explores the process of creating new ventures from ideation to execution. It includes case studies of successful startups and hands-on workshops on business model development.
- International Business: This course examines global trade policies, cultural differences in management practices, and multinational corporate strategies. Students analyze international markets and develop cross-cultural communication skills.
- Corporate Governance and Ethics: Students explore the principles of ethical decision-making in business environments. The course covers legal frameworks, stakeholder relations, sustainability practices, and compliance issues in modern corporations.
- Risk Management: This elective teaches students to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks. Topics include derivatives, insurance strategies, enterprise risk management frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
- Human Capital Management: Focuses on talent acquisition, employee development, performance evaluation, and organizational culture building. Students learn about HR analytics, compensation strategies, and workforce planning.
- Supply Chain Analytics: Combines operations management with data science to optimize supply chain processes. Students study inventory control, demand forecasting, logistics optimization, and supplier relationship management.
- Cross-Cultural Management: Explores how cultural differences impact business practices globally. The course covers Hofstede's cultural dimensions, communication styles, negotiation strategies, and international HR practices.
- Innovation Management: Teaches students to foster innovation within organizations through structured processes and creative thinking techniques. Topics include idea generation, prototyping, commercialization strategies, and intellectual property management.
- Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems: Students learn how to leverage technology for business intelligence and decision-making. The course covers data warehousing, dashboard development, business intelligence tools, and real-time analytics.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department believes in experiential learning through project-based education. Students engage in both mini-projects and a final-year capstone project that mirrors real-world business challenges. The mini-projects are typically completed during the third and fourth semesters, while the capstone project spans the entire sixth semester.
Mini-Projects
These projects are designed to give students practical experience in applying theoretical concepts. Each project is assigned by a faculty mentor and involves working in teams of 3-5 students. The evaluation criteria include problem identification, solution design, implementation process, presentation quality, and peer feedback.
Final-Year Capstone Project
The capstone project is the culmination of the student's learning journey. It requires students to select a real business problem, conduct thorough research, propose actionable solutions, and present findings to industry experts. The project is supervised by a faculty mentor and evaluated based on innovation, depth of analysis, feasibility, and impact potential.
Students can choose their projects from various domains including marketing, finance, HR, operations, and strategy. They may also propose their own ideas after consulting with their mentors and the department head.