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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Specialization

Students may choose Core Specialization or Major-Minor Specializations from any of the following areas of specialization i.e.

  1. Human Resource Management
  2. Marketing Management
  3. Finance
  4. Data Science
  5. Operations Management
  6. International Business
  7. Information Technology
  8. Digital Marketing
  9. Business Analytics

 

Programme Introduction

In the post globalisation period, there is a huge requirement of man power having MBA degree to cater to the needs of manufacturing and service organisations and also led to hone the management skills of the budding entrepreneurs who may not be professionally qualified. Further, the manpower which is already employed in manufacturing and service organisations, not having MBA degree are required to upgrade their qualifications. The aim of the MBA is to equip graduates with the knowledge regarding the fundamental disciplines of business; to provide graduates with the theoretical frameworks and analytical tools necessary to successfully manage a modern enterprise; to ensure that graduates are equipped to act professionally and ethically in their chosen field; to ensure that graduates are able to add significant value to their organisations.

Academic Objectives

MBA Program is designed for students who aspire to be business leaders and managers of the future. The program aims to impart the necessary knowledge, skills and self confidence to assist in effective and successful management, within constantly changing and highly competitive national and international business environments.

Programme Code

3521

Duration

  • Min. Duration 2 Years
  • Max. Duration 4 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Graduation in any discipline or equivalent Eligibility1, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned here in or otherwise for admission to any programme is subject to change as prescribed by the university and/ or any concerned statutory body.

Career Prospects

Sales and Marketing Finance / Financial Management

  • Banking
  • Finance
  • Securities
  • Investment
  • Insurance

Operations Management

  • Forecasting, supervision, and purchasing
  • Inventory planning and control
  • Operations scheduling and control
  • Process methods and planning
  • Quality management
  • Warehouse management
  • Production planning

Risk Management / Rural Management / Hospitality and Tourism

  • Client Relation Executive
  • Management Executive in operations and logistics
  • Recruitment-related research process and human resource management
  • Office Administrator
  • Office Assistant
  • Back Office In-charge

Retail Management

  • Sales
  • Retail Management
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Logistics and Warehouse Management
  • Marketing
  • Retail Buying and Merchandising

Knowledge Management

  • Microfinance
  • Operational Research
  • Management Consultancy
  • Hospital Management
  • Forest Management
  • Disaster Management
  • Leisure & Event Management
  • Sports Management
  • Leisure & Event Management

Financial Services

  • Management Trainee for varied roles
  • Financial Analyst
  • Business Development Executives
  • Investment Banker
  • Corporate Strategy Manager
  • Functional / General Manager (Finance)

Human Resource Management/ I.T. Management/ Management /Information Systems (MIS)/ Entrepreneurship/ Public Affairs/ Global Management

  • Supply-chain management
  • International corporate finance
  • International marketing
  • Cross-cultural communication

Further Study Options

  • M.Phil. in Management
  • Ph.D. in Management

Administration and HRM

  • Management Executives for business administration
  • Quality Control Manager
  • HR Recruiter
  • Managerial positions in Human resource management, operations and logistics
  • Customer Relationship Manager

Hospitality & Tourism

  • Management Trainee in customer management, operations as well as brand management

Retail

  • Management Trainee in operations and supply chain management
  • Operations Manager
  • Retail Manager
  • Store Development Manager
  • Product Developer
  • Floor Manager

IT Services

  • Engagement Manager
  • Business Solutions Developer
  • Solutions Architect (from a business point of view)
  • Project Manager/ Team Leader

Some of the relevant designations after MBA in Marketing & Sales

  • Assistant Manager for marketing and sale of a product, brand, concept or a service
  • Project Trainee or Data Analyst for business development
  • Brand Manager
  • Management Trainees for brand management, promotional activities, and drawing out marketing strategies
  • Functional/ General Manager (Marketing)