The program has 66 core course credits and a minimum of 39 elective course credits. Courses are offered in increments of 1, 1.5, 2, or 3 credits, where each credit corresponds to 10 teaching/contact hours.
The first year comprises three terms, the first term extending from June to September, the second from September to December, and the third from December to March. Students are exclusively engaged in core courses, encompassing fundamental and functional areas in business. The primary aim of these core courses is to familiarize students with various functional dimensions of business and introduce principles applicable across domains. Some essential courses include Fundamentals of Accounting, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, and Microeconomic Theory for Decision Making.
At the end of the first year, during the summer break, students are mandated to dedicate a minimum of eight weeks to an organization, undertaking a project focused on a significant aspect or management problem provided by the host organization. The summer internship project is designed to facilitate the students' observation of organizational operations and the application of theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios. Submitting the project report to the designated guide within the organization is a compulsory requirement for eligibility for the degree.
After the summer internship projects, students can choose their preferred electives spread across three terms, i.e., 4th, 5th, and 6th term. Currently, students have the exciting opportunity to choose from a wide array of about 60 cutting-edge electives that cover various business areas. Various electives from diverse domains such as Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Operations, Information Systems, and Economics are offered. The most pertinent second-year courses are Corporate Restructuring, Valuation and Investment Banking, B2B Marketing, Sales and Distribution, Integrated Marketing Communication, Management Consulting, Game Theory and Strategy, and Productivity Benchmarking.
Beyond standard courses, the program hosts industry senior executives for Immersion Courses, fostering insightful discussions on specific, practical topics absent from regular coursework. Pedagogical tools like group projects, case study discussions, and presentations allow students to apply concepts in real-world contexts. Robust participation in competitions organized by corporations, governments, and other entities further exposes students to diverse perspectives. This multi-faceted approach ensures a comprehensive learning experience, preparing students for the dynamic challenges of the corporate world.
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