Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA)
Overview
The 4-year/8-semester Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program offers a strong foundation in business studies and management principles. It enables students to specialize in high-demand areas such as International Business, Finance, Marketing, Computer Information Systems, and more. The BBA degree provides hands-on management training, preparing students for careers in both large corporations and small enterprises.
The objective of the TU BBA program is to produce socially responsible, innovative, and results-driven management professionals ready to take on mid-level managerial roles in Nepal’s growing business sector and in global markets.
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Duration 4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Affiliation Tribhuvan University
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Specializations International Business, Finance, Marketing, Computer Information Systems, and more
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Approach Blend of academic rigor and hands-on management training
Mission
To develop socially responsible, creative, and results-oriented management professionals ready to fill middle-level managerial positions in Nepal’s rapidly growing business sector and beyond.
Specific Objectives
- Prepare students for middle-level managerial positions in diverse organizations.
- Develop goal-oriented business management skills to solve practical problems creatively.
- Provide professional management education integrating computer and management information systems.
- Equip students for advanced postgraduate studies in business administration.
- Foster awareness of societal needs and encourage contribution to social development.
- Empower students to thrive in a competitive global economy with practical, responsible training.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria for BBA
- Must have completed 10+2, PCL, or equivalent (12 years of schooling) from a recognized board or institution.
- Minimum D+ grade in each subject of Grades 11 and 12 with a CGPA of 1.80 or more, or
Secured at least second-division marks in 10+2, PCL, or equivalent. - Must have completed all required application procedures.
Admission Criteria
CMAT Entrance Test (conducted by Tribhuvan University):
- 100 objective questions (25 each from Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness)
- You must secure a minimum of 40% to qualify.
Interview:
- Only candidates above the CMAT cut-off will be shortlisted and called for a personal interview.
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Curriculum Structure
Course Composition
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 201 | English - I | 3 |
| MGT 231 | Foundation of Business Management | 3 |
| MTH 201 | Business Mathematics - I | 3 |
| IT 231 | IT and Applications | 3 |
| ECO 203 | Micro Economics for Business | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 202 | English - I | 3 |
| ACC 201 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ECO 204 | Macro Economics for Business | 2 |
| ECO 205 | Seminar on Contemporary Issues of Macro Economics | 1 |
| MTH 202 | Business Mathematics - II | 3 |
| IT 232 | Database Management System | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 201 | Business Communication | 3 |
| STT 201 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| MGT 232 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 2 |
| MGT 233 | Seminar in Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 1 |
| FIN 206 | Fundamentals of Finance | 3 |
| ACC 201 | Cost and Management Accounting | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 234 | Legal Environment for Business in Nepal | 3 |
| MGT 235 | Human Resource Management and Technology | 3 |
| IT 233 | Business Information System | 3 |
| MKT 201 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| FIN 207 | Financial Management | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 236 | Business Environment | 3 |
| ACC 235 | Taxation and Auditing | 3 |
| MGT 205 | Operations Management | 3 |
| SOC 203 | Sociology for Business Management | 3 |
| PSY 202 | Psychology | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| RCH 201 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| FIN 208 | Financial Markets and Service | 3 |
| SOC 204 | Nepalese Society and Politics | 3 |
| MGT 237 | Entrepreneurship and Business Resource Mapping | 2 |
| IMGT 238 | Practicum on Business Plan | 1 |
| IT 204 | E-commerce | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Specialization | 3 | |
| Specialization | 3 | |
| Specialization | 3 | |
| MGT 239 | Business Ethics and Corporate Governance | 3 |
| PRJ 350 | Summer Project | 3 |
| Course Details | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Specialization | 3 | |
| Specialization | 3 | |
| Specialization | 3 | |
| MGT 240 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| MGT 350 | Internship | 3 |
Specialization Area Courses (any Six Courses)
Universal College offers a variety of non-credit, skill-oriented courses designed to enhance students’ technical competencies and prepare them for the demands of the global workplace.
| SN | Code | Subject | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BNK 202 | Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| 2 | BNK 203 | Working Capital Management | 3 |
| 3 | BNK 204 | Investment Analysis | 3 |
| 4 | BNK 206 | Commercial Banks Management | 3 |
| 5 | BNK 208 | Microfinance Management | 3 |
| 6 | BNK 209 | Insurance and Risk Management | 3 |
| 7 | BNK 210 | Fundamentals of Cooperative Management | 3 |
| 8 | BNK 221 | Corporate Financing Decision | 3 |
| SN | Code | Subject | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ISM 202 | Productivity Management | 3 |
| 2 | ISM 204 | Project Management | 3 |
| 3 | ISM 205 | Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| 4 | ISM 206 | Service Operations and Management | 3 |
| 5 | ISM 208 | Industrial Relations | 3 |
| 6 | ISM 209 | Total Quality Management | 3 |
| 7 | ISM 210 | Creativity and Innovation Management | 3 |
| 8 | ISM 211 | Employability skills Management | 3 |
| SN | Code | Subject | Credit |
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| 1 | MEM 201 | Management of Micro Enterprise | 3 |
| 2 | MEM 202 | Business Plan for Micro Enterprise | 3 |
| 3 | MEM 203 | Micro Finance | 3 |
| 4 | MEM 204 | Cooperative Management | 3 |
| 5 | MEM 205 | Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| 6 | MEM 207 | Project Planning & Entrepreneurial Marketing | 3 |
| 7 | MEM 208 | Micro Insurance | 3 |
| SN | Code | Subject | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MKM 201 | Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| 2 | MKM 203 | Fundamentals of Selling | 3 |
| 3 | MKM 204 | Services Marketing | 3 |
| 4 | MKM 206 | Distribution Management | 3 |
| 5 | MKM 208 | Public Relations and Media Management | 3 |
| 6 | MKM 209 | Retail Marketing | 3 |
| 7 | MKM 210 | Marketing Research | 3 |
| 8 | MKM 211 | Internet Marketing | 3 |
| 9 | MKM 212 | Branding | 3 |
| 10 | MKM 217 | Fundamentals of Advertising | 3 |
| 11 | MKM 213 | Sales Management | 3 |
| SN | Code | Subject | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACS 201 | Taxation in Nepal | 3 |
| 2 | ACS 202 | Accounting for Banking | 3 |
| 3 | ACS 203 | Corporate Accounting | 3 |
| 4 | ACS 204 | Budgeting | 3 |
| 5 | ACS 205 | Corporate Auditing | 3 |
| 6 | ACS 206 | Accounting for Business | 3 |
| 7 | ACS 207 | Accounting for Insurance | 3 |
| 8 | ACS 208 | Accounting for Financial Analysis | 3 |
| 9 | PRJ 350 | Summer Project | 3 |
| 10 | MGT 201 | Internship | 3 |
Faculty Members
Sibahari Mainali
Commercial Bank Management/Financial Markets and Services
Bishnu Prasad Pandey
English II
Aparna Sapkota
Database Management System
Bidur Gautam
Macro Economics for Business
Narayan Ghimire
Financial Accounting
Narayani Gaha
Entrepreneurship and Business Resource Mapping
Manish Niraula
Micro-Finance & Co-operatives
Nitesh Shrestha
Fundamentals of Selling
Rajendra Bhattarai
Working Capital Management/ Financial Management
Sankhar Gyawali
Business Mathematics
Santosh Acharya
Legal Environment for Business in Nepal
Shristi Manandhar
Design Thinking & Entrepreneurial Skill Management
Sishir Sharma Neupane
Human Resource Management and Technology
Sohil Shrestha
E-commerce
Sujan Sapkota
Small Business Planning & Management
Deepak Thapa
Investment Analysis
Anil Parajuli
Business Ethics and corporate Governance Bibechana Shrestha
Consumer Behaviour
Hisila Maharjan
Distribution Management/Fundamentals of Marketing
Kapil Pokhrel
Summer Project Bhupendra Jung Shahi
Business Research Methods
Shristi Bhattarai
Nepalese History and Politics/ Sociology for Business ManagementOur Facilities
Our college offers an environment that inspires scientific exploration with
Computer Lab
Sports
Library
Physics Lab
Smart Classroom and E-Learning Facilities
Chemistry Lab
Biology Lab
What Student Say’s
As a student pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at UNIVERSAL College, I have experienced a transformative educational journey. The college offers a rigorous curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with real-world application, preparing us for the dynamic demands of the business world. UNIVERSAL College’s emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and ethical business practices has been instrumental in shaping my mindset and capabilities. I am proud to be a part of the UNIVERSAL College family, and I highly recommend this institution to anyone aspiring to build a strong foundation in the field of business through the BBA program.
Pratiksha Regmi
BBA (5th Semester)
Student life here is vibrant and inclusive. There are numerous clubs, cultural events, and leadership opportunities that have helped me grow socially and professionally. I’ve had the chance to take part in community service initiatives, internships, and national-level competitions that have broadened my perspective and built my confidence.
Mr. Nitesh Chand
Director, Carnival Restro & Meetings
The BBA program at Universal equipped me with strong analytical and leadership skills. From financial modeling to teamwork, every aspect of the curriculum was thoughtfully designed to prepare me for the challenges of the corporate world. This comprehensive and practical experience proved invaluable in building my confidence and readiness for a successful career.
Rojina Maharjan
Brand Assistant, Unilever Nepal
Career Prospects
Management and Administrative Roles
A BBA equips graduates with foundational knowledge in business operations, preparing them for entry-level managerial or administrative positions in:
- Banks
- Corporations
- NGOs/INGOs
- Government offices
Entrepreneurship and Startups
Nepal’s startup ecosystem is growing steadily, especially in sectors like tourism, agriculture, IT, and e-commerce. A BBA degree helps students:
- Develop business plans
- Understand market dynamics
- Manage finances and operations
Banking and Financial Services
The banking sector in Nepal is one of the largest employers of BBA graduates. Common roles include:
- Relationship Manager
- Loan Officer
- Financial Analyst
Marketing and Sales
With the expansion of digital platforms and competitive markets, there’s high demand for:
- Marketing Executives
- Brand Managers
- Sales Coordinators
- Social Media Managers
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BBA graduates are well-suited for such roles, especially in FMCG, retail, real estate, and tech companies in Nepal.
Frequently Asked Questions
BBA is the study of business management, leadership, and administrative skills across various functional areas like finance, marketing, and operations.
BBA graduates in Nepal have wide scope in banking, corporate firms, entrepreneurship, and government sectors.
The duration of the Bachelor program in Nepal is typically 4 years, divided into 8 semesters.
BBA is considered more practical and globally oriented, while BBS is more theoretical and traditional in approach.
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