Semester-wise Syllabus for A BBA in Construction Management

Semester 1: Foundation Courses

1. Principles of Management – Introduction to management theories, functions, and organizational structures.

2. Business Mathematics & Statistics – Basic mathematical and statistical tools for business decision-making.

3. Financial Accounting – Fundamentals of accounting, financial statements, and bookkeeping.

4. Business Communication – Effective written and oral communication in business settings.

5. Introduction to Construction Industry – Overview of construction sectors, roles, and industry trends.

6. Computer Applications in Business – Basics of MS Office, Excel, and business software.

Semester 2: Core Business & Construction Basics

1. Organizational Behavior – Study of human behavior in organizations.

2. Microeconomics – Principles of demand, supply, and market structures.

3. Construction Materials & Methods – Types of construction materials, techniques, and sustainability.

4. Business Law – Legal aspects of contracts, partnerships, and corporate laws.

5. Cost Estimation & Quantity Surveying – Basics of cost calculation and material estimation.

6. Environmental Science in Construction – Sustainable practices and environmental regulations.

Semester 3: Construction Planning & Project Management

1. Macroeconomics – National income, fiscal policies, and economic growth.

2. Construction Project Planning – Work breakdown structure (WBS), scheduling, and Gantt charts.

3. Building Codes & Standards – Regulatory compliance and safety norms.

4. Marketing Management – Principles of marketing, branding, and customer relations.

5. Construction Safety Management – OSHA standards, risk assessment, and accident prevention.

6. Surveying & Levelling – Land measurement techniques and equipment usage.

Semester 4: Financial & Contract Management

1. Financial Management – Capital budgeting, working capital, and investment decisions.

2. Construction Contracts & Law – Types of contracts (FIDIC, NEC), disputes, and arbitration.

3. Human Resource Management – Recruitment, training, and labor laws in construction.

4. Construction Equipment & Machinery – Types of machinery, selection, and maintenance.

5. Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management – Starting and managing construction firms.

6. AutoCAD & Building Information Modeling (BIM) – Software for construction design and planning.

Semester 5: Advanced Construction Techniques

1. Project Cost Control & Budgeting – Earned value management (EVM), cost overrun prevention.

2. Quality Management in Construction – TQM, Six Sigma, and ISO standards.

3. Real Estate Development – Feasibility studies, land acquisition, and property valuation.

4. Infrastructure Management – Roads, bridges, and public works project management.

5. Supply Chain & Logistics in Construction – Material procurement and inventory management.

6. Research Methodology – Techniques for construction-related research.

Semester 6: Specializations & Internship/Capstone

1. Sustainable Construction & Green Buildings – LEED certification, energy-efficient designs.

2. Disaster Management in Construction – Risk mitigation and recovery strategies.

3. International Construction Management – Global construction practices and challenges.

4. Final Project / Dissertation – Research-based project on a construction management topic.

5. Internship (Industry Training) – Practical experience with construction firms.

6. Elective (Choose One) –

   • Advanced BIM & 3D Modeling

   • Smart Cities & Urban Planning

   • Construction Dispute Resolution