Semester-wise Syllabus for BBA in Industrial Management

Semester 1: Foundations of Business & Industrial Concepts

1. Principles of Management

   • Introduction to management theories (Taylor, Fayol), functions (planning, organizing, controlling), and industrial leadership styles.

2. Business Communication

   • Technical report writing, presentations, and negotiation skills for industrial settings.

3. Financial Accounting

   • Basics of accounting, balance sheets, and cost analysis for manufacturing units.

4. Introduction to Industrial Management

   • Overview of industrial sectors (manufacturing, logistics, automation), production cycles, and key challenges.

5. Mathematics for Business

   • Quantitative techniques for inventory control, forecasting, and production planning.

6. Computer Applications in Industry

   • ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), MS Excel for industrial data analysis, and IoT basics.

7. Workshop Technology (Practical)

   • Hands-on exposure to tools, machinery, and safety protocols in factories.

Semester 2: Industrial Operations & Economics

1. Organizational Behavior

   • Team dynamics, motivation, and conflict resolution in industrial workplaces.

2. Industrial Economics

   • Cost structures, economies of scale, and pricing strategies in manufacturing.

3. Production & Operations Management

   • Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and workflow optimization (JIT, Kaizen).

4. Material Management

   • Procurement, inventory control (EOQ, ABC analysis), and supply chain basics.

5. Business Statistics

   • Data analysis for quality control, demand forecasting, and industrial KPIs.

6. Environmental Science & Safety

   • OSHA standards, waste management, and sustainable industrial practices.

Semester 3: Industrial Engineering & HR

1. Industrial Engineering

   • Process design, plant layout, and efficiency improvement (time-motion studies).

2. Quality Management

   • TQM, ISO 9001, statistical quality control (SPC, control charts).

3. Human Resource Management in Industry

   • Workforce planning, labor laws, and industrial relations.

4. Industrial Laws & Compliance

   • Factories Act, labor regulations, and environmental compliance (EPA).

5. Marketing for Industrial Products

   • B2B marketing, industrial branding, and sales strategies.

6. Research Methodology

   • Data collection methods for industrial case studies and process audits.

Semester 4: Supply Chain & Technology

1. Supply Chain & Logistics

   • Warehouse management, transportation models, and global logistics (Incoterms).

2. Maintenance Management

   • Predictive/preventive maintenance, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).

3. Automation & Industry 4.0

   • Robotics, AI in manufacturing, and smart factory concepts.

4. Project Management

   • Agile/Waterfall methods, Gantt charts, and risk assessment for industrial projects.

5. Cost & Management Accounting

   • Activity-based costing, budgeting, and break-even analysis.

6. Internship (4–6 weeks)

   • Training in factories, industrial plants, or logistics firms.

Semester 5: Advanced Industrial Strategies

1. Strategic Industrial Management

   • SWOT analysis, competitive advantage, and global industrial trends.

2. Entrepreneurship in Manufacturing

   • Business plans for industrial startups, funding, and government schemes (Make in India).

3. Energy Management

   • Renewable energy integration, carbon footprint reduction.

4. Electives (Choose 1–2):

   • Lean Manufacturing

   • Industrial Robotics

   • E-Commerce for Industrial Products

5. Industrial Safety & Disaster Management

   • Hazard analysis (HAZOP), emergency response, and OSHA compliance.

Semester 6: Capstone & Industry Readiness

1. Global Industrial Practices

   • Case studies of Toyota, Siemens, and emerging markets.

2. Dissertation / Live Project

   • Research on industrial challenges (e.g., supply chain disruptions, automation adoption).

3. Comprehensive Viva & Industry Workshops

   • Mock plant audits, ERP software training, and expert sessions.