Curriculum Overview
The Business Administration program at The Global Open University Dimapur is meticulously structured to provide students with a balanced blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The curriculum spans eight semesters, each designed to build upon the previous one, ensuring a progressive learning journey from foundational principles to specialized expertise.
Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | BBA101 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA102 | Business Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA103 | Principles of Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA104 | Business Mathematics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA105 | Statistics for Business | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA106 | Introduction to Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA107 | Business Ethics & CSR | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BBA108 | Computer Applications in Business | 2-0-2-2 | - |
| II | BBA201 | Financial Accounting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA202 | Marketing Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA203 | Organizational Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA204 | Operations Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA205 | Human Resource Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA206 | Business Law & Taxation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| II | BBA207 | Business Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA105 |
| II | BBA208 | Business Research Methods | 2-0-2-2 | BBA105 |
| III | BBA301 | Corporate Finance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| III | BBA302 | Strategic Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| III | BBA303 | International Business | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| III | BBA304 | Sales & Distribution Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| III | BBA305 | Business Process Reengineering | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| III | BBA306 | Leadership & Change Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA203 |
| III | BBA307 | Corporate Governance & Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | BBA107 |
| III | BBA308 | Business Intelligence & Analytics | 2-0-2-2 | BBA207 |
| IV | BBA401 | Financial Markets & Institutions | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| IV | BBA402 | Brand Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| IV | BBA403 | Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| IV | BBA404 | Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA301 |
| IV | BBA405 | Business Negotiation & Conflict Resolution | 3-0-0-3 | BBA101 |
| IV | BBA406 | Sustainable Business Practices | 3-0-0-3 | BBA107 |
| IV | BBA407 | Entrepreneurship & Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | BBA201 |
| IV | BBA408 | Business Simulation & Case Analysis | 2-0-2-2 | BBA302 |
| V | BBA501 | Advanced Financial Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA401 |
| V | BBA502 | Customer Relationship Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| V | BBA503 | Supply Chain Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA204 |
| V | BBA504 | E-Commerce & Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | BBA202 |
| V | BBA505 | Business Strategy & Competitive Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | BBA302 |
| V | BBA506 | Management Consulting | 3-0-0-3 | BBA302 |
| V | BBA507 | International Trade & Investment | 3-0-0-3 | BBA303 |
| V | BBA508 | Business Ethics & Social Responsibility | 2-0-2-2 | BBA307 |
| VI | BBA601 | Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance | 3-0-0-3 | BBA307 |
| VI | BBA602 | Global Financial Markets | 3-0-0-3 | BBA501 |
| VI | BBA603 | Strategic Brand Management | 3-0-0-3 | BBA502 |
| VI | BBA604 | Human Capital Development | 3-0-0-3 | BBA205 |
| VI | BBA605 | Business Innovation & Design Thinking | 3-0-0-3 | BBA407 |
| VI | BBA606 | Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability | 3-0-0-3 | BBA406 |
| VI | BBA607 | Business Analytics & Predictive Modeling | 2-0-2-2 | BBA308 |
| VI | BBA608 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | BBA302, BBA501, BBA502 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers a range of advanced elective courses that allow students to deepen their expertise in specific areas of interest. These courses are designed to align with industry trends and emerging business challenges.
- Advanced Financial Analysis: This course explores complex financial instruments, investment valuation techniques, and portfolio management strategies. It delves into derivative securities, risk assessment models, and corporate restructuring processes.
- Business Intelligence & Analytics: Students learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets using advanced tools like Python, R, SQL, and Tableau. The course focuses on predictive modeling, data visualization, and decision support systems.
- International Trade & Investment: This course examines global trade policies, international financial markets, and cross-border investment strategies. It includes discussions on currency exchange rates, trade agreements, and multinational corporate operations.
- Supply Chain Management: This elective covers logistics planning, inventory control, supplier relationship management, and lean operations. Students gain hands-on experience through case studies of global supply chains.
- Strategic Brand Management: Designed to understand brand equity creation, positioning strategies, and integrated marketing communications. Students work on real-world branding projects with industry clients.
- Human Capital Development: This course focuses on talent acquisition, performance management, leadership development, and organizational culture. It emphasizes the role of HR in strategic business outcomes.
- Business Innovation & Design Thinking: Students are introduced to innovation methodologies, ideation frameworks, prototyping techniques, and user-centered design processes. The course encourages creative problem-solving through collaborative team projects.
- Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance: This course explores the legal and ethical frameworks governing corporate behavior, including board structures, insider trading regulations, and compliance auditing practices.
- Sustainable Business Practices: Focused on environmental sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and green business models. Students evaluate how businesses can balance profit with ecological impact.
- Global Financial Markets: This course provides an in-depth analysis of international financial systems, central banking operations, monetary policy, and capital flows across nations.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is centered around experiential education that bridges theory and practice. Mini-projects are assigned throughout the academic year to reinforce concepts learned in lectures. These projects are typically team-based and involve real-world business challenges provided by industry partners or faculty research initiatives.
Mini-projects begin in the second semester with simple tasks like market analysis reports or presentation slides for hypothetical companies. As students progress, they tackle more complex problems such as developing a comprehensive business plan, conducting SWOT analyses, or proposing solutions to operational inefficiencies in real organizations.
The final-year thesis/capstone project offers students an opportunity to conduct independent research or develop a comprehensive business plan under faculty supervision. The structure includes proposal development, literature review, data collection, analysis, and presentation components. Students must demonstrate critical thinking, analytical skills, and originality in their work.
Project selection is guided by student interests and faculty expertise. Each project is matched with an appropriate mentor who provides guidance throughout the research process. Students may also choose to collaborate with external organizations or pursue entrepreneurship opportunities through university incubation centers.
Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation criteria for mini-projects and capstone projects are designed to assess both technical competency and soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and presentation abilities. Mini-projects are evaluated based on adherence to timelines, quality of deliverables, group dynamics, and peer feedback.
For the capstone project, evaluation includes an initial proposal defense, mid-term progress report, final submission, and oral presentation. Faculty members from the department, external experts, and industry representatives participate in the final evaluation process.
Faculty Mentorship
All students are assigned a faculty mentor who provides guidance throughout their academic journey. Mentors help with course selection, project planning, internship opportunities, and career counseling. Regular meetings between mentors and mentees ensure that students receive personalized attention and support.
Faculty members also encourage participation in conferences, workshops, and research initiatives to enhance academic exposure and professional development. The mentorship program extends beyond graduation, with alumni often maintaining connections with their mentors for career advancement and networking opportunities.