Course Overview:
The Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) is an undergraduate program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of management principles, business operations, and strategic decision-making. The course aims to develop leadership skills, managerial competencies, and practical business knowledge.
Duration:
The BMS program typically spans three years, divided into six semesters.
Average Fees:
The average fees for the BMS program range from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 per year, depending on the institution.
Exams to Attend:
University-Specific Examinations: End-of-semester exams conducted by the respective universities.
Competitive Exams (optional): Some institutions may require entrance exams or consider scores from national or state-level entrance exams for admission.
Syllabus (Semester-Wise Structure):
1st Year:
Semester 1:
Principles of Management
Introduction to management theories
Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling
Business Economics
Microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts
Economic theories and their application
Financial Accounting
Basics of financial accounting
Preparation and analysis of financial statements
Business Statistics
Statistical methods and techniques
Data analysis and interpretation
Semester 2:
Organizational Behavior
Study of human behavior in organizations
Motivation, leadership, and team dynamics
Marketing Management
Principles and strategies of marketing
Market research and consumer behavior
Business Communication
Effective communication in business settings
Business writing and presentations
Information Technology for Management
Use of IT in business operations
Introduction to management information systems
2nd Year:
Semester 3:
Financial Management
Principles of financial management
Capital budgeting and financial analysis
Human Resource Management
Recruitment, training, and performance management
Employee relations and labor laws
Operations Management
Production and operations planning
Quality management and supply chain management
Business Law
Legal aspects of business operations
Contracts, company law, and commercial regulations
Semester 4:
Strategic Management
Strategic planning and implementation
Competitive analysis and business strategies
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Principles of entrepreneurship
Innovation and new venture creation
International Business
Global business environment
International trade and investment
Corporate Governance
Principles of corporate governance
Ethical and legal issues in business
3rd Year:
Semester 5:
Project Management
Project planning and execution
Risk management and project evaluation
Business Research Methods
Research methodology and techniques
Data collection and analysis
Management Information Systems
Advanced IT systems for management
Data management and decision support systems
Elective I (e.g., Financial Services, Retail Management)
Semester 6:
Business Strategy
Advanced strategic management concepts
Strategy formulation and implementation
Leadership and Change Management
Leadership theories and practices
Managing organizational change
Elective II (e.g., Digital Marketing, Supply Chain Management)
Internship/Project Work
Practical experience through industry internships or research projects
Top 10 Institutions in India (Combined Ranking):
Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS), Delhi University
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Mumbai
Institute of Management Studies (IMS), Noida
Christ University, Bangalore
Amity University, Noida
Jain University, Bangalore
Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME), Bangalore
Symbiosis International University, Pune
Loyola College, Chennai
Punjab Engineering College (PEC), Chandigarh
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:
St. Joseph's College, Devagiri, Kozhikode
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
The Cochin College, Kochi
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady
Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha
Government College, Mananthavady
Mar Athanasius College, Kothamangalam
Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery
Amritha Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore (Kerala Campus)
Farook College, Kozhikode