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Karachi University Business School (KUBS)

Karachi University Business School (KUBS)

Faculty of Management & Administrative Sciences

Established in 1999–2000 after the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), a former constituent of the University, was declared an autonomous degree-awarding institution. KUBS quickly built a strong reputation in the business education world.

* EST. 1999-2000 * Business & Management Education
Karachi University Business School
Karachi University Business School

Overview

Management Education for Global Careers

MBA (Banking & Finance)

Two-year professional program run jointly with the Institute of Bankers Pakistan.

General Management

Case studies, class presentations and applied business projects.

Industry-Linked Faculty

Eminent professionals drawn from business organizations.

KUBS is committed to preparing students through general management education focused on a deep understanding of business, imbibing a spirit of entrepreneurship and creativity, and preparing graduates for a global community increasingly reliant on technology. A minimum 85% attendance is required under Academic Council policy.

Careers

Career Opportunities

Tremendous opportunities exist in Banking, Finance and Marketing at national and multinational organizations, with graduates in high demand for well-paid positions.

  • MBA (Banking & Finance) run jointly with the Institute of Bankers Pakistan.
  • Faculty drawn from both academia and industry.
  • Minimum 85% attendance required per Academic Council policy.

Teaching & Assessment

Case studies, class presentations, question-answer sessions and seminars, assessed through terminal exams, final exams, term papers and research reports.

University of Karachi
Overview & History

Introduction

Chairman: Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Fakhre Alam Siddiqui (In charge)

The Karachi University Business School (KUBS) was established in the year 1999-2000 because Institute of Business Administration (IBA a constituent of University of Karachi) was declared autonomous degree awarding institution.

KUBS within short period of eight years has become well established institution with good reputation and high image in the business world. MBA (Banking and Finance) two years professional program is also run jointly with Institute of Bankers Pakistan (IBP). The admissions of which are announced separately.

The mission of KUBS is prepare right leaders for the right organization. KUBS is committed to impart our students general management education focused on building a deep understanding of business, teaching with skill and passion. We intend to imbibe a sprit of entrepreneurship and creativity among our students and prepare them for a global community that is increasingly reliant on technology.

Students’ Attendance & Discipline

Almost full attendance is desirable in the interest of students themselves. However, leaving an allowance of exigencies like sickness, a minimum of 85% is required, according to the decision of Academic Council. A students having more than six absences in a course will not be allowed to take semester examination and he/she will get an “F” grade (failure) in the course concerned.

Teaching & Research
  • In addition to regular faculty members, eminent faculty is also drawn from outside business organizations to share with students their practical experience especially in those courses which are practical oriented.
  • Case studies, class presentations, questions-answers session, seminars etc. are regularly conducted.
  • Periodical assessment of student performance through terminal exams, and final exam is done. Term papers and research reports are also produced in almost all courses by the students.   
Career Opportunities

Tremendous opportunities exist in the field of Banking, Finance, and Marketing in national and multinational organizations. Our graduates are in great demand and highly paid jobs are offered to them.


Academic Staff & Researchers

Faculty

Associate Professors

Dr. Danish Ahmed Siddiqui
Ph.D. , MBA

Dr.Muhammad Asim
Ph.D., MBA, BE, M.Sc.


Assistant Professors

Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Fakhre Alam Siddiqui
Ph.D., M.Phil., MBA , B.Pharm

Dr. Sarah Anjum
Ph.D., MBA

Dr. Sohaib uz Zaman
Ph.D., MBA

Dr. Syeda Nazneen Waseem (T)
Ph.D. (H.R), M.Phil, MBA

Dr. Muhammad Muzcmmil (T)
Ph.D., MBA

Dr. Omar Ahmed Shaikh (T)
Ph.D.

Lecturers

Mr. Hammad Zafar
M.Phil, MBA


Vision & Mission

Objectives

Vision:
Rooted in the glorious years of history, we aspire for a new dimension of progress based on social equality, sustainability and security. We tend to develop our students into the embodiment of excellence and to be recognized as a progressive and renowned institution for leadership and innovation.

Mission:
Developing effective and responsible leaders by creating insightful knowledge and inspiring minds in dialogue with the world around us. We focus on providing competency-driven education, leveraging our resources to provide experiential learning, committing to continuous improvement and linking our research and outreach efforts to the driving forces of our economy.
Value Statement:

  • Our vision, mission and values guide our teaching, service and administration. We value: Equity in equal opportunities and affordable access
  • Ethical conduct in a meaningful environment Excellence in teaching and intellectual growth
  • Respect for diversity and a collaborative community


Degree Offerings

Programs

Programs
  • BBA 4 years program
  • MBA 1.5 years (After 4 years graduation in business education or previous masters)
  • MBA 2.5 years (After 4 years graduation in non business education)
  • EMBA 2.5 years (After 2 years graduation)
  • MS program
  • Ph.D. program
  • BS (Business Administration) 4 year program
Eligibility

EMBA 2.5 Years Program
1. Minimum qualifying marks in the Entrance Test is 50%
2. Minimum 45% aggregate marks with 16 Years Education with minimum 2 years of post-qualification work experience.
3. Professional degree holder (BE, MBBS, LLB etc.) can also apply.

MBA 2.5 Years Program
1. Minimum qualifying marks in the Entrance Test is 50%
2. Minimum 50% total marks / 2.5 CGPA (where CGPA is implemented) in the Bachelors/Masters with 16 Years Non-Business Education from any University/ Institution recognized by the HEC.

MBA 1.5 Years Program
1. Minimum qualifying marks in the Entrance Test is 50%
2. Minimum 50% total marks 2.5 CGPA (where CGPA is implemented) in the Bachelors/Masters with 16-years Business Education from any University/Institution recognized by the HEC.

The following degree/qualification holders are eligible for MBA 1.5 Years Program:

  • 16 Years Education in Business Administration
  • 16 Years Education in Management/Administrative Sciences
  • 16 Years Education in Commerce
  • 16 Years Education in Public Administration
  • 16 Years Education in Human Resource Management
  • 16 Years Education in Supply Chain Management
  • 16 Years Education in Economics & Finance
  • 16 Years Education in Agri Business Management
  • Any other programs having 80% business related subjects (subject to equivalency provided by KUBS)

BBA 4 Years Program
1. Minimum qualifying marks in the Entrance Test is 50%.
2. A minimum of 50% marks in intermediate/A-Level.
3. Merit list of candidates qualifying in the entrance test will be prepared for the final selection as per following weightages.

Academic Curriculum & Syllabi

Courses

BBA (4 YEARS) PROGRAM

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA)-301

Business English

BA(BBA)-302

Business Communication

BA(BBA)-311

Basic Mathematics

BA(BBA)-312

Financial Accounting  

BA(BBA)-321

Human behavior

BA(BBA)-322

Principles of Marketing

BA(BBA)-331

Principles of Management

BA(BBA)-332

Calculus

BA(BBA)-341

Principles of Accounting

BA(BBA)-342

Micro Economics 

BA(BBA)-351

Computer Application in Business

BA(BBA)-352

Logic

Semester – III

 

Semester – IV

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA)-401

Marketing Management

BA(BBA)-402

International Relations

BA(BBA)-411

Cost Accounting

BA(BBA)-412

Introduction to Business Finance  

BA(BBA)-421

Macro Economics  

BA(BBA)-422

Financial Institutions and Markets

BA(BBA)-431

Statistics 

BA(BBA)-432

Managerial Accounting

BA(BBA)-441

Community Development

BA(BBA)-442

Production and Operation Management

BA(BBA)-451

Islamic Studies / Ethical Behavior

BA(BBA)-452

Organizational Behavior

Semester – V

 

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA)-501

Financial Management 

BA(BBA)-502

Strategic Management

BA(BBA)-511

Development Economics & Economy of Pakistan

BA(BBA)-512

Business Law and Regulation 

BA(BBA)-521

Supply chain Management  

BA(BBA)-522

Business Research Methods

BA(BBA)-531

Human Resource Management

BA(BBA)-532

Entrepreneurship

BA(BBA)-541

Pakistan Studies

BA(BBA)-542

History of Ideas

BA(BBA)-551

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(BBA)-552

Leadership and Social Responsibility

Semester – VII

 

Semester – VIII

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA)-601

Decision Making and Negotiations

BA(BBA)-602

Statistical Inference

BA(BBA)-611

Speech Communication

BA(BBA)-612

Project Report

BA(BBA)-621

E-Business

Elective I

BA(BBA)-631

International Business

Elective II

BA(BBA)-641

Corporate Performance and Planning

 

Elective III

BA(BBA)-651

Organizational Development and TQM

 

Elective IV

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION

 

FINANCE SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA-MKT)-603

Global Marketing

BA(BBA-FIN)-604

Corporate Finance

BA(BBA-MKT)-613

Brand Marketing

BA(BBA-FIN)-614

Treasury and Fund Management

BA(BBA-MKT)-623

Digital Marketing

BA(BBA-FIN)-624

Project Development, Evaluation and Feasibility

BA(BBA-MKT)-633

Affectual and Social Entrepreneurship

BA(BBA-FIN)-634

Banking Operations and Management

HR SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA-HRM)-605

Leading & Team Work

BA(BBA-HRM)-615

Talent Management

BA(BBA-HRM)-605

Career Development

BA(BBA-HRM)-615

Affectual & Social Entrepreneurship


MBA (3 ½ YEARS) PROGRAM

(After 2 Years Graduation)

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-501

Financial Accounting 

BA(FMBA)-502

Macro Economics

BA(FMBA)-511

Basic Mathematics

BA(FMBA)-512

Marketing Management

BA(FMBA)-521

Micro Economics

BA(FMBA)-522

Statistics 

BA(FMBA)-531

Principles of Management

BA(FMBA)-532

Operations and Supply Chain Management

BA(FMBA)-541

Principles of Marketing

BA(FMBA)-542

Organizational Behavior and Human Resources

BA(FMBA)-551

Business Communication

BA(FMBA)-552

Introduction to Business Finance

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-601

Financial Management

BA(FMBA)-611

Cost and Managerial Accounting

BA(FMBA)-621

Strategic Management

BA(FMBA)-631

Project Development, Evaluation and Feasibility

BA(FMBA)-641

Affectual & Social Entrepreneurship

BA(FMBA)-651

Business Law and Regulations

ISLAMIC BANKING & FINANCE SPECIALIZATIO
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-ISB)-612

Shariah Commercial Jurisprudence (6CreHr) 

BA(FMBA-ISB)-711

Islamic Banking Products (6CreHr)

BA(FMBA-ISB)-622

Islamic Business Model

BA(FMBA-ISB)-721

Takaful & Waqf

BA(FMBA-ISB)-632

Islamic Economics and Finance

BA(FMBA-ISB)-731

Islamic Accounting Standards

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-ISB)-712

Islamic Capital and Money Markets

BA(FMBA-ISB)-722

Financial Engineering and Risk Management in Islamic Financial Institutions

BA(FMBA-BNK)-732

Trade Finance

BA(FMBA-FIN)-742

Analysis of Financial Statements

FINANCE & INVESTMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-INV)-612

Equity Analysis

BA(FMBA-INV)-711

Portfolio Management and Behavioral Finance

BA(FMBA-FIN)-622

Empirical and International Finance

BA(FMBA-INV)-721

Fixed Income Analysis

BA(FMBA-FIN)-632

Advanced Financial Accounting (6CreHr)

BA(FMBA-INV)-731

Advanced Portfolio Management (6CreHr)

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-INV)-712

Wealth Management

BA(FMBA-INV)-722

Portfolio Risk Management

BA(FMBA-INV)-732

Investment Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA-INV)-742

Derivatives and Alternative Investments 

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-SCM)-612

Order Fulfillment & Customer Service

BA(FMBA-SCM)-711

Demand & Production Planning

BA(FMBA-SCM)-622

Inventory Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-721

Logistics Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-632

Procurement & Supply Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-731

Technology & Risk Management in Supply Chain

BA(FMBA-SCM)-642

Strategic Supply Chain Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-741

Design of Business Processes & Networks

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-SCM)-712

Manufacturing and Service Operations

BA(FMBA-SCM)-722

Quality Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-732

Transportation & Warehousing

BA(FMBA-SCM)-742

Channel and Distribution Management

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-HRM)-612

Recruitment & Selection

BA(FMBA-HRM)-711

Training & Development

BA(FMBA-HRM)-622

Performance & Appraisal Management

BA(FMBA-HRM)-721

Compensation & Benefits

BA(FMBA-HRM)-632

Knowledge Management

BA(FMBA-HRM)-731

Job Analysis & Design

BA(FMBA-HRM)-642

Succession Planning and Management

BA(FMBA-HRM)-741

Strategic HR Planning

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-HRM)-712

Strategic Human Resource Management

BA(FMBA-HRM)-722

Human Resource Development

BA(FMBA-HRM)-732

Change Management

BA(FMBA-HRM)-742

Developing Learning Organization

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-TCM)-612

Sales Management

BA(FMBA-MBM)-711

Brand Equity

BA(FMBA-MBM)-622

Integrated Marketing Communications

BA(FMBA-TCM)-721

Merchandizing and Category Management

BA(FMBA-MBM)-632

Advertising & Promotion

BA(FMBA-TCM)-731

New Product Management 

BA(FMBA-PIM)-642

Industrial Marketing

BA(FMBA-TCM)-741

Retailing and Shoppers Marketing

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-MKT)-712

Services Marketing

BA(FMBA-MKT)-722

Consumer Behaviour

BA(FMBA-TCM)-732

Sales Force Management

BA(FMBA-TCM)-742

Channel and Distribution Management

PROJECT & INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-602

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(FMBA)-701

Statistical Inference

BA(FMBA-PIM)-612

Industrial Marketing

BA(FMBA-PIM)-711

Advance Production and Operations Management

BA(FMBA-PIM)-622

Advance Project Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-721

Logistics Management

BA(FMBA-PIM)-632

Production, Planning and Control

BA(FMBA-SCM)-731

Technology & Risk Management in Supply Chain

BA(FMBA-SCM)-642

Strategic Supply Chain Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-741

Design of Business Processes and Networks

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(FMBA-PIM)-712

Industrial Psychology

BA(FMBA-PIM)-722

Reliability Analysis, Management & Methodology (RAMM)

BA(FMBA-PIM)-732

Project and Industrial Risk Management

BA(FMBA-SCM)-742

Quality  Management

Semester – VII

Course Code

Course Title

BA(FMBA)-801

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal
(50 marks) (6 Credit Hours)


MBA (2.5 YEARS) PROGRAM

(After 4 Years Graduation in Non Business Education)

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-501

Financial Accounting 

BA(MBANB)-502

Macro Economics

BA(MBANB)-511

Basic Mathematics

BA(MBANB)-512

Marketing Management

BA(MBANB)-521

Micro Economics

BA(MBANB)-522

Statistics 

BA(MBANB)-531

Principles of Management

BA(MBANB)-532

Operations and Supply Chain Management

BA(MBANB)-541

Principles of Marketing

BA(MBANB)-542

Organizational Behavior and Human Resources

BA(MBANB)-551

Business Communication

BA(MBANB)-552

Introduction to Business Finance

Semester – VIII

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-601

Financial Management

BA(MBANB)-611

Cost and Managerial Accounting

BA(MBANB)-621

Strategic Management

BA(MBANB)-631

Strategic Business Analysis

BA(MBANB)-641

International Business

BA(MBANB)-651

Business Law and Regulations

ISLAMIC BANKING & FINANCE SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-ISB)-612

Shariah Commercial Jurisprudence  (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-ISB)-711

Islamic Banking Products

BA(MBANB-ISB)-622

Islamic Business Model

BA(MBANB-ISB)-721

Takaful & Waqf

BA(MBANB-ISB)-632

Islamic Economics and Finance

BA(MBANB-ISB)-731

Islamic Accounting Standards

FINANCE & INVESTMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-INV)-612

Equity Analysis

BA(MBANB-INV)-711

Portfolio Management and Behavioral Finance

BA(MBANB-FIN)-622

Empirical and International Finance

BA(MBANB-INV)-721

Fixed Income Analysis

BA(MBANB-FIN)-632

Advanced Financial Accounting (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-INV)-731

Advanced Portfolio Management

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-SCM)-612

Order Fulfillment & Customer Service

BA(MBANB-SCM)-711

Demand & Production Planning

BA(MBANB-SCM)-622

Inventory Management

BA(MBANB-SCM)-721

Logistics Management

BA(MBANB-SCM)-632

Procurement & Supply Management

BA(MBANB-SCM)-731

Technology & Risk Management in Supply Chain

BA(MBANB-SCM)-642

Transportation & Warehousing

BA(MBANB-SCM)-741

Design of Business Processes & Networks

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

 

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-HRM)-612

Recruitment & Selection

BA(MBANB-HRM)-711

Training & Development

BA(MBANB-HRM)-622

Performance & Appraisal Management

BA(MBANB-HRM)-721

Compensation & Benefits

BA(MBANB-HRM)-632

Human Resource Development

BA(MBANB-HRM)-731

Job Analysis & Design

BA(MBANB-HRM)-642

Succession Planning and Management

BA(MBANB-HRM)-741

Strategic HR Planning

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB-TCM)-612

Sales Management

BA(MBANB-TCM)-622

Channel and Distribution Management

BA(MBANB-MBM)-632

Integrated Marketing Communications

BA(MBANB-MBM)-642

Advertising & Promotion

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-MBM)-711

Brand Equity

BA(MBANB-TCM)-721

Merchandizing and Category Management

BA(MBANB-TCM)-731

New Product Management 

BA(MBANB-TCM)-741

Retailing and Shoppers Marketing

PROJECT & INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – IV

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-602

Research Methodology

BA(MBANB-PIM)-612

Industrial Marketing

BA(MBANB-PIM)-622

Advance Project Management

BA(MBANB-PIM)-632

Production, Planning and Control

BA(MBANB-PIM)-642

Reliability Analysis, Management & Methodology (RAMM)

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBANB)-701

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBANB-PIM)-711

Advance Production and Operations Management

BA(MBANB-SCM)-721

Logistics Management

BA(MBANB-SCM)-731

Technology & Risk Management in Supply Chain

BA(MBANB-SCM)-741

Design of Business Processes and Networks


EMBA (2.5 YEARS) PROGRAM

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(EMBA)-501

Financial Accounting

BA(EMBA)-502

Business Communication

BA(EMBA)-511

Basic Mathematics

BA(EMBA)-512

Macro Economics

BA(EMBA)-521

Micro Economics

BA(EMBA)-522

Marketing Management

BA(EMBA)-531

Principles of Management

BA(EMBA)-532

Statistics

BA(EMBA)-541

Principles of Marketing

BA(EMBA)-542

Introduction to Business Finance

Semester – III

 

Semester – IV

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(EMBA)-601

Operations and Supply Chain Management

BA(EMBA)-602

Strategic Management

BA(EMBA)-611

Organizational Behavior and Human Resources

BA(EMBA)-612

Strategic Business Analysis

BA(EMBA)-621

Financial Management

BA(EMBA)-622

International Business

BA(EMBA)-631

Cost and Managerial Accounting

BA(EMBA)-632

Business Law and Regulations

Semester – V

Course Code

Course Title

BA(EMBA)-701

Business Project

 

Elective 1

 

Elective 2

 

Elective 3

 

Elective 4

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION

 

FINANCE & INVESTMENT SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(EMBA-MBM)-703

Advertising and Promotion

BA(EMBA-INV)-704

Equity Analysis

BA(EMBA-TCM)-713

Sales Management

BA(EMBA-INV)-714

Investment Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(EMBA-TCM)-723

Channel and Distribution Management

BA(EMBA-INV)-724

Derivatives and Alternative Investments 

BA(EMBA-MKT)-733

Consumer Behaviour

BA(EMBA-FIN)-734

Empirical and International Finance

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIZATION

 

SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(EMBA-HRM)-702

Recruitment & Selection

BA(EMBA-SCM)-705

Procurement & Supply Management

BA(EMBA-HRM)-712

Performance & Appraisal Management

BA(EMBA-SCM)-715

Quality Management

BA(EMBA-HRM)-722

Strategic Human Resource Management

BA(EMBA-SCM)-725

Transportation & Warehousing

BA(EMBA-HRM)-732

Human Resource Development

BA(EMBA-SCM)-735

Strategic Supply Chain Management


MBA (1.5 YEARS) PROGRAM

(After 4 Years Graduation / Previous Masters in Business Education)

ISLAMIC BANKING & FINANCE SPECIALIZATION
Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-ISB)-701

Shariah Commercial Jurisprudence (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(MBA-ISB)-711

Islamic Business Model

BA(MBA-ISB)-712

Islamic Banking Products (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBA-ISB)-721

Islamic Economics and Finance

BA(MBA-ISB)-722

Takaful & Waqf

BA(MBA-FIN)-731

Analysis of Financial Statements

BA(MBA-ISB)-732

Islamic Accounting Standards

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-ISB)-801

Islamic Capital and Money Markets

BA(MBA-ISB)-811

Financial Engineering and Risk Management in Islamic Financial Institutions

BA(MBA-BNK)-821

Trade Finance

BA(MBA)-831

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

FINANCE & INVESTMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-FIN)-701

Advanced Financial Accounting (6 Cr. Hrs.)

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(MBA-FIN)-711

Empirical and International Finance

BA(MBA-INV)-712

Portfolio Management and Behavioral Finance

BA(MBA-INV)-721

Equity Analysis

BA(MBA-INV)-722

Fixed Income Analysis

BA(MBA-INV)-731

Investment Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(MBA-INV)-732

Advanced Portfolio Management (6 Cr. Hrs.)

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-INV)-801

Wealth Management

BA(MBA-INV)-811

Portfolio Risk Management

BA(MBA-INV)-821

Derivatives and Alternative Investments 

BA(MBA)-831

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION
Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-SCM)-701

Order Fulfillment & Customer Service

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(MBA-SCM)-711

Inventory Management

BA(MBA-SCM)-712

Demand & Production Planning

BA(MBA-SCM)-721

Manufacturing and Service Operations

BA(MBA-SCM)-722

Logistics Management

BA(MBA-SCM)-731

Procurement & Supply Management

BA(MBA-SCM)-732

Technology & Risk Management in Supply Chain

BA(MBA-SCM)-741

Strategic Supply Chain Management

BA(MBA-SCM)-742

Design of Business Processes & Networks

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-SCM)-801

Quality Management

BA(MBA-SCM)-811

Transportation & Warehousing

BA(MBA-TCM)-821

Channel and Distribution Management

BA(MBA)-831

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIZATION
Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-HRM)-701

Change Management

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(MBA-HRM)-711

Recruitment & Selection

BA(MBA-HRM)-712

Training & Development

BA(MBA-HRM)-721

Performance & Appraisal Management

BA(MBA-HRM)-722

Compensation & Benefits

BA(MBA-HRM)-731

Knowledge Management

BA(MBA-HRM)-732

Job Analysis & Design

BA(MBA-HRM)-741

Succession Planning and Management

BA(MBA-HRM)-742

Strategic HR Planning

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-HRM)-801

Developing Learning Organization

BA(MBA-HRM)-811

Strategic Human Resource Management

BA(MBA-HRM)-821

Human Resource Development

BA(MBA)-831

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION
Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-MKT)-701

Consumer Behaviour

BA(MBA)-702

Research Methodology

BA(MBA-MBM)-711

Integrated Marketing Communications

BA(MBA-MBM)-712

Brand Equity

BA(MBA-MBM)-721

Advertising & Promotion

BA(MBA-TCM)-722

Merchandizing and Category Management

BA(MBA-TCM)-731

Sales Management

BA(MBA-TCM)-732

New Product Management 

BA(MBA-PIM)-741

Industrial Marketing

BA(MBA-TCM)-742

Retailing and Shoppers Marketing

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MBA-MKT)-801

Services Marketing

BA(MBA-TCM)-811

Sales Force Management

BA(MBA-TCM)-821

Channel and Distribution Management

BA(MBA)-831

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks)


MS PROGRAM

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MS)-701

Research Methodology

BA(MS)-702

Econometrics

BA(MS)-711

Quantitative Research Techniques

BA(MS)-712

Research Seminar

BA(MS)-721

Qualitative Research Techniques

BA(MS)-722

Strategic Business Analysis

 

Elective 1

 

Elective 3

 

Elective 2

 

Elective 4

Semester – III

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MS)-801

Thesis (150 marks) along with an publication of an article in any recognized Journal (50 marks) (6 Cr. Hrs.)

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION

 

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MS-SCM)-806

Procurement & Supply Management

BA(MS-MBM)-803

Advertising and Promotion

BA(MS-SCM)-816

Logistics Management

BA(MS-MBM)-813

Brand Equity

BA(MS-SCM)-826

Design of Business Processes and Networks

BA(MS-TCM)-823

Merchandizing and Category Management

BA(MS-SCM)-836

Strategic Supply Chain Management

BA(MS-TCM)-833

Channel and Distribution Management

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIZATION

 

ISLAMIC BANKING SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MS-HRM)-802

Recruitment & Selection

BA(MS-ISB)-804

Shariah Commercial Jurisprudence  

BA(MS-HRM)-812

Performance & Appraisal Management

BA(MS-ISB)-814

Islamic Business Model

BA(MS-HRM)-822

Training & Development

BA(MS-ISB)-824

Islamic Banking Products

BA(MS-HRM)-832

Compensation Management

BA(MS-ISB)-834

Islamic Accounting Standards

INVESTMENT AND FINANCE SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

BA(MS-FIN)-805

Empirical and International Finance

BA(MS-INV)-815

Portfolio Management and Behavioral Finance

BA(MS-INV)-825

Wealth Management

BA(MS-INV)-835

Derivatives and Alternative Investments 


BS (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)

4 YEARS PROGRAM

Semester – I

 

Semester – II

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BS)-301

Business English-I (Grammar)

BA(BS)-302

Business English-II (Composition)

BA(BS)-311

Commercial Geography

BA(BS)-312

Money & Banking

BA(BS)-321

Study Skills

BA(BS)-322

History of Ideas

BA(BS)-331

Islamic Studies / Ethical Behavior

BA(BS)-332

Pakistan Studies

BA(BS)-341

Introduction to Business

BA(BS)-342

Human behavior

BA(BS)-351

Computer Application in Business

BA(BS)-352

Mass Communication

Semester – III

 

Semester – IV

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BS)-401

Logic

BA(BS)-402

  E-Business

BA(BS)-411

Oral Communication & Presentation Skills

BA(BS)-412

  Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

BA(BS)-421

Entrepreneurship

BA(BS)-422

Public Policy

BA(BS)-431

International Relations

BA(BS)-432

Speech Communication

BA(BS)-441

Leadership and Social Responsibility

BA(BS)-442

Community Development

BA(BS)-451

  Small & Medium Enterprise (SME)

BA(BS)-452

Principles of Accounting

Semester – V

 

Semester – VI

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BS)-501

Financial Accounting

BA(BS)-502

Macro Economics

BA(BS)-511

Basic Mathematics

BA(BS)-512

Introduction to Business Finance

BA(BS)-521

Micro Economics

BA(BS)-522

Cost & Managerial Accounting 

BA(BS)-531

Principles of Management

BA(BS)-532

Statistics

BA(BS)-541

Principles of Marketing

BA(BS)-542

Production & Operation Management

BA(BS)-551

Business Communication

BA(BS)-552

  Human Resource Management

Semester – VII

 

Semester – VIII

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BS)-601

Financial Management

BA(BS)-602

Supply Chain Management

BA(BS)-611

Managerial Accounting

BA(BS)-612

   Corporate Performance and Planning

BA(BS)-621

Marketing Management

BA(BS)-622

   International Business

BA(BS)-631

Project Development, Evaluation and Feasibility

BA(BS)-632

Strategic Management

BA(BS)-641

Business Research Methods

 

   Elective I

BA(BS)-651

Business Law and Regulations

 

   Elective II

MARKETING SPECIALIZATION

 

FINANCE SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA-MKT)-642

Global Marketing

BA(BBA-FIN)-662

Corporate Finance

BA(BBA-MKT)-652

Brand Marketing

BA(BBA-FIN)-672

Treasury and Fund Management

HR SPECIALIZATION

Course Code

Course Title

BA(BBA-HRM)-682

Leading & Team Work

BA(BBA-HRM)-692

Talent Management


Ph.D. Programs

Course Code Course Title

BPH-801

Advanced Research Methodology

BPH-802

Advanced Quantitative Techniques

BPH-803

Global Economic and Business Environment

BPH-804

Research Seminar

BPH-805

Seminar on Current Advances in the Discipline

BPH-806

Thesis and Manuscript Writing

Infrastructure & Laboratories

Facilities

COMPUTER LABORATORY: The computer lab is the popular spot to work on projects outside of class. The lab is equipped with current-model, high-end PC computers, high-speed network and storage, an extensive collection of software - including statistical, financial, accounting, programming, and simulations software - printers, scanners and other equipment to meet student needs.

AUDITORIUM: The auditorium is equipped with all the modern facilities, with a capacity to seat more than 200 people. It is perfect for lecture series, plays and media presentations. This room features a digital projector, projection screen and a computer to use with the projection equipment. The auditorium has adequate lighting and low maintenance.

CAFETERIA: KUBS always tries to provide an accommodative environment for the students and has provided place for students to relax and eat. The department cafeteria is the place where students enjoy meals and have social interaction. It also provides them clean environment where they go and discuss academic and social issues with fellow students.

PRAYERS AREA: A suitable place has been earmarked with necessary arrangement of ablution and prayer for students and staff. The construction of elegant mosque is under active process. All the necessary measures are being taken for offering of prayers and the proper accomplishment of the Islamic teachings.

LIBRARY: The KUBS library serves as the knowledge resource center of the department. The library strives to develop significant collection of comprehensive course books along with reference books. A significant part of the collection consists of newspapers, manuscripts and philosophy books.

GIRLS COMMON ROOM: A common room has been exclusively reserved for female students, where they can meet their classmates and friends and engage in discussions in a peaceful and quiet environment. The room is equipped with comfortable furniture and an attached washroom. The room is properly ventilated, well-lit, neat and clean to provide a friendly ambience to its users.


Specialized Units

Centers & Offices

Personal Effectiveness Units: Students may get information regarding scope of their subjects, job market, tips for CV writing and job interviews.

Centre for Executive Education and Research: To make research a top precedence at KUBS, the Centre is established so that aims to promote and enhance research activities and helping them to commercialize and industrialize.

Placement Cell: Different Organizations may approach this Office for placing advertisement of jobs/internship in KUBS. Office plays an active role in placement of students in different industries and other Offices.

Quality Enhancement Cell: The objective of this cell is to support the Business School in its endeavors to improve the standard of education and research and make it compatible with international requirements.

Program Offices (Morning, Evening, and Weekend): The Program Office is endowed with all utilities for the faculty members and the students. It serves as the communication bridge between the faculty and the student body and also keeps track of faculty and student attendance.

Examination Office: The Office plays an important role in conducting exams at KUBS. It promotes compliance with the examination rules through a disciplined environment. Moreover, it serves to safeguard the confidential examination matters and ensure fair results.

Affiliation Office: The Office serves to inspect the educational institution seeking affiliation with, or admission to the privileges of the department. It also resolves complaints alleging breach of conditions of affiliation by affiliated institutions.

Alumni Office: It maintains and updates Alumni needs and arrange their activities.

Research and Publication Office: It helps in research related work for students and faculty

Student Advisor Office: Student Advisor and Councilors helps and guides Students in curricular and co-Curricular matters.

Finance Office: The Finance Office establishes the department's accounting standards and communicates all major financial procedures and processes to the faculty and students in an effective and consistent method.


Publications & Updates

Newsletter

Get In Touch

Contact

For further information please contact:

KARACHI UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL 

UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI, KARACHI-75270

Telephone: 021-99261185

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