MBA SPECIALIZATIONS
Program Structure
Course Types:
4.1.1 Core courses are the compulsory courses for all the students. Core courses are of two types: Generic Core & Subject Core.
4.1.2 Generic Core: This is the course which should compulsorily be studied by a candidate as a core requirement to complete the requirement of a degree in a said discipline of study. Therefore, Generic Core courses are mandatory and fundamental in nature. These courses cannot be substituted by any other courses. Such courses are also known as Hard Core Courses.
4.1.3 Subject Core: A Core course may be a Subject Core if there is a choice or an option for the candidate to choose from a broad category (grouping) of subjects (specializations).
4.1.4 Elective Course: Elective course is a course which can be chosen from a pool of courses. It may be: a) Very Specialized or advanced course focusing on a specific aspect b) Supportive to the discipline of study c) Providing an extended scope d) Enabling an exposure to some other discipline/domain e) Nurturing candidate’s proficiency/skills.
4.1.5 Generic Elective: An elective course which is common across disciplines / subjects is called a generic elective. ‘Generic Elective’ courses develop generic proficiencies amongst the students.
4.1.6 Subject Elective: A ‘Discipline (specialization) centric’ elective is called ‘Subject Elective.’ Subject Elective courses, in the Semester II, III and IV are focused on a specialization.
4.1.7 Research Methodology Courses: These courses are focused on various aspects of Research. They include – Business Research Methods, Desk Research (DR) and Field Project (FP) in Semester II, On The Job Training (OJT) in Semester III and Research Project (RP) in Semester IV. DR, FP, OJT and RP shall be specialization specific compulsory courses (subject core). BRM shall be a generic compulsory course.
4.1.8 Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)1 : Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) are such online courses which are developed as per the pedagogy stated in the AICTE regulation (2016) or equiavelent; following the four-quadrant approach and made available on the SWAYAM platform of Government of India. Upto 40% credits are permitted through MOOCS. Any Course of 2 Credits can be taken in the form of SWAYAM / NPTEL MOOCS provided the student secures the certificate from SWAYAM / NPTEL. MOOCs from other platforms shall not be considered valid. MOOCS cannot be opted for in case of a 3-credit course.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
1. PEO1: Graduates of the MBA program will successfully integrate core, cross-functional and inter-disciplinary aspects of management theories, models and frameworks with the real-world practices and the sector specific nuances to provide solutions to real world business, policy and social issues in a dynamic and complex world.
2. PEO2: Graduates of the MBA program will possess excellent communication skills, excel in cross-functional, multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural teams, and have an appreciation for local, domestic and global contexts so as to manage continuity, change, risk, ambiguity and complexity.
3. PEO3: Graduates of the MBA program will be appreciative of the significance of Indian ethos and values in managerial decision making and exhibit value centered leadership.
4. PEO4: Graduates of the MBA program will be ready to engage in successful career pursuits covering a broad spectrum of areas in corporate, non-profit organizations, public policy, entrepreneurial ventures and engage in life-long learning.
5. PEO5: Graduates of the MBA program will be recognized in their chosen fields for their managerial competence, creativity & innovation, integrity & sensitivity to local and global issues of social relevance and earn the trust & respect of others as inspiring, effective and ethical leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and change agents
Programme Outcomes (POs)
1. Generic and Domain Knowledge -
Ability to articulate, illustrate, analyze, synthesize and apply the knowledge of principles and frameworks of management and allied domains to the solutions of real-world complex business issues
2. Problem Solving & Innovation -
Ability to Identify, formulate and provide innovative solution frameworks to real world complex business and social problems by systematically applying modern quantitative and qualitative problem-solving tools and techniques.
3. Critical Thinking -
Ability to conduct investigation of multidimensional business problems using research based knowledge and research methods to arrive at data driven decisions
4. Effective Communication - Ability to effectively communicate in cross-cultural settings, in technology mediated environments, especially in the business context and with society at large.
5. Leadership and Team Work - Ability to collaborate in an organizational context and across organizational boundaries and lead themselves and others in the achievement of organizational goals and optimize outcomes for all stakeholders.
6. Global Orientation and Cross-Cultural Appreciation: Ability to approach any relevant business issues from a global perspective and exhibit an appreciation of Cross Cultural aspects of business and management.
7. Entrepreneurship - Ability to identify entrepreneurial opportunities and leverage managerial & leadership skills for founding, leading & managing startups as well as professionalizing and growing family businesses.
8. Environment and Sustainability - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development and assess the impact of managerial decisions and business priorities on the societal, economic and environmental aspects.
9. Social Responsiveness and Ethics -
Ability to exhibit a broad appreciation of the ethical and value underpinnings of managerial choices in a political, cross-cultural, globalized, digitized, socio-economic environment and distinguish between ethical and unethical behaviors & act with integrity.
10. LifeLong Learning –
Ability to operate independently in new environment, acquire new knowledge and skills and assimilate them into the internalized knowledge and skills.