
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.


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.
CareersCareer 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.

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.
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
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
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.
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 |
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 |
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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 |
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.
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.
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Contact
For further information please contact:
KARACHI UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL
UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI, KARACHI-75270
Telephone: 021-99261185
Apply to the Karachi University Business School (KUBS)
MBA and business administration programs are open through the University's admissions process.




