Curriculum Overview
The MBA program at Prestige University Indore is structured to provide a comprehensive and rigorous academic experience that prepares students for leadership roles in the global business environment. The curriculum is designed to balance theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring that students develop both conceptual understanding and real-world skills.
Students begin their journey with foundational courses that establish a strong base in core business disciplines such as economics, accounting, and organizational behavior. As they progress through the program, they engage in advanced coursework that delves deeper into specialized areas of management while also developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Semester-wise Course Structure
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 1 | MBA-101 | Business Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MBA-102 | Quantitative Methods | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| 1 | MBA-103 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| 1 | MBA-104 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| Year 1 | 2 | MBA-201 | Managerial Economics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA-101 |
| 2 | MBA-202 | Marketing Management | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| 2 | MBA-203 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| 2 | MBA-204 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| Year 2 | 3 | MBA-301 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | MBA-201, MBA-202, MBA-203, MBA-204 |
| 3 | MBA-302 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | MBA-104 | |
| 3 | MBA-303 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MBA-102 | |
| 3 | MBA-304 | Leadership & Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| Year 2 | 4 | MBA-401 | Capstone Project | 0-0-6-6 | MBA-301, MBA-302, MBA-303, MBA-304 |
| 4 | MBA-402 | Specialization Electives | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| 4 | MBA-403 | Global Business Strategy | 3-0-0-3 | MBA-301 | |
| 4 | MBA-404 | Entrepreneurship & Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The program offers several advanced departmental electives that allow students to specialize in specific areas of interest and gain deeper insights into contemporary business challenges.
Corporate Governance & Ethics: This course explores the principles and practices of corporate governance, focusing on legal frameworks, board structures, and ethical decision-making. Students examine real-world cases involving corporate scandals and learn how to implement effective governance mechanisms.
Risk Management in Business: The course delves into various types of business risks including financial, operational, and strategic risks. It covers risk assessment methodologies, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance issues that organizations face in today's complex environment.
Sustainable Business Practices: This elective focuses on environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and corporate citizenship. Students learn how businesses can integrate sustainable practices into their operations while maintaining profitability and competitive advantage.
Innovation Management: The course addresses the processes and strategies for managing innovation within organizations. It covers topics such as idea generation, product development cycles, intellectual property management, and fostering a culture of innovation.
Digital Transformation in Organizations: This course examines how digital technologies are reshaping business models and organizational structures. Students learn about emerging trends such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, and their implications for business strategy and operations.
Strategic Leadership & Change Management: The course explores leadership theories and practices in complex organizational environments. It covers topics such as organizational change, transformational leadership, and crisis management strategies that help leaders navigate uncertainty and drive performance.
International Business Strategy: This elective provides insights into global business operations, cross-cultural management, and international market entry strategies. Students analyze case studies from multinational corporations to understand the complexities of operating in diverse markets.
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics: The course focuses on leveraging data for business decision-making. It covers data mining techniques, statistical analysis tools, predictive modeling, and visualization methods that enable organizations to extract valuable insights from large datasets.
Supply Chain Management: This elective explores the design and optimization of supply chains across different industries. Students learn about inventory management, logistics coordination, supplier relationships, and performance measurement systems used in modern supply chain operations.
Cross-Cultural Communication in Business: The course addresses communication challenges faced by multinational organizations. It covers intercultural communication theories, language barriers, non-verbal cues, and strategies for effective global business interactions.
Business Ethics & Social Responsibility: This course examines ethical dilemmas in business contexts and the role of corporate social responsibility in organizational decision-making. Students engage with case studies that highlight ethical conflicts and learn frameworks for resolving them.
Financial Markets & Instruments: The course provides an overview of financial markets, including equity and debt instruments, derivatives, and investment strategies. It covers market analysis techniques and portfolio management principles relevant to business decision-making.
Consumer Behavior Analysis: This elective delves into the psychological and social factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions. Students learn about behavioral economics, brand psychology, and market research methodologies used in understanding customer needs and preferences.
Project Management & Portfolio Strategy: The course covers project management methodologies, risk assessment techniques, and portfolio optimization strategies. Students learn how to manage complex projects and align them with organizational objectives.
Entrepreneurial Finance: This elective focuses on financial planning for new ventures, including startup funding, valuation methods, and investment analysis. It provides insights into venture capital, angel investing, and business plan development for entrepreneurial ventures.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our department emphasizes project-based learning as a cornerstone of the MBA curriculum. This approach allows students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business problems, fostering critical thinking and collaborative skills.
The program incorporates both mini-projects and a final-year capstone project that serve as capstone experiences for students. These projects are designed to be challenging yet achievable, providing students with opportunities to demonstrate their mastery of core competencies while contributing meaningful solutions to real organizations.
Mini-projects are typically completed in groups of 3-5 students and span approximately 6 weeks. They are assigned at the beginning of each semester and must align with current industry challenges or research interests. Students select their projects based on faculty mentorship, availability of resources, and alignment with their career goals.
The final-year capstone project is a comprehensive endeavor that requires students to work closely with faculty mentors and external organizations. This project typically lasts 3-4 months and culminates in a presentation to industry stakeholders and academic committees.
Students are evaluated based on multiple criteria including project execution, innovation, teamwork, and communication skills. Faculty mentors provide continuous guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that students receive support and feedback as they progress toward their objectives.