BSBA 4-Year Degree Program
Bachelor of Business Administration
Affiliated With University of Karachi
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at SAIMS is a rigorous and comprehensive four-year degree offered in affiliation with the University of Karachi.
Structured over eight semesters (two per year), the program covers 48 courses as prescribed by the University, combining academic depth with real-world business insights.
This program is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in business principles, leadership abilities, and strategic thinking for preparing them to get successful careers in the corporate sector, global economy and entrepreneurship.
SAIMS has an outstanding track record of academic excellence, having secured top three positions among all University of Karachi affiliated colleges in both 2004 and 2005.
Scheme of Studies
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Semester I | ||
| BA(BS) 301 | Business English (Grammar) | 3 |
| BA(BS) 311 | Commercial Geography | 3 |
| BA(BS) 321 | Study Skills | 3 |
| BA(BS) 331 | Islamic Studies | 3 |
| BA(BS) 331 | Ethical Behavior (For Non—Muslims) | 3 |
| BA(BS) 341 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BA(BS) 351 | Computer Application to Business | 3 |
| Semester II | ||
| BA(BS) 302 | Business English (Composition) | 3 |
| BA(BS) 312 | Money and Banking | 3 |
| BA(BS) 322 | History of Ideas | 3 |
| BA(BS) 332 | Pakistan Studies | 3 |
| BA(BS) 342 | Human Behavior | 3 |
| BA(BS) 352 | Mass Communication | 3 |
| Semester III | ||
| BA(BS) 401 | Logic | 3 |
| BA(BS) 411 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| BA(BS) 421 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BA(BS) 431 | International Relations | 3 |
| BA(BS) 441 | Leadership and Social Responsibility | 3 |
| BA(BS) 451 | Small and Medium Enterprise | 3 |
| Semester IV | ||
| BA(BS) 402 | Electronic Business | 3 |
| BA(BS) 412 | Business Ethics and Corporate Governance | 3 |
| BA(BS) 422 | Public Policy | 3 |
| BA(BS) 432 | Speech Communication | 3 |
| BA(BS) 442 | Community Development | 3 |
| BA(BS) 452 | Principles of Accounting | 3 |
| Semester V | ||
| BA(BS) 501 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BA(BS) 511 | Basic Mathematics | 3 |
| BA(BS) 521 | Micro Economics | 3 |
| BA(BS) 531 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BA(BS) 541 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BA(BS) 552 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Semester VI | ||
| BA(BS) 502 | Macro Economics | 3 |
| BA(BS) 512 | Introduction to Business Finance | 3 |
| BA(BS) 522 | Cost and Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BA(BS) 532 | Statistics | 3 |
| BA(BS) 542 | Production and Operation Management | 3 |
| BA(BS) 552 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| Semester VII | ||
| BA(BS) 601 | Financial Management | 3 |
| BA(BS) 611 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BA(BS) 621 | Marketing Management | 3 |
| BA(BS) 631 | Project Development and Feasibility | 3 |
| BA(BS) 641 | Business Research Method | 3 |
| BA(BS) 651 | Business Law and Regulations | 3 |
| Semester VIII | ||
| BA(BS) 602 | Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| BA(BS) 612 | Corporate Performance and Planning | 3 |
| BA(BS) 622 | International Business | 3 |
| BA(BS) 632 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
Admission Criteria
The 60% of the Examination Marks will be awarded by the University of Karachi.
This examination will be conducted by the University of Karachi on the premises of the Karachi University Business School (KUBS) at the end of each semester.
The remaining 40% marks for each course will be awarded by SAIMS and will be distributed according to the following criteria:
Assignment & Quizzes: 5 Marks
Class Participation & Attendance: 5 Marks
Mid-Term Examination: 10 Marks
Final Term Examination: 20 Marks
Total: 40 Marks