The International University of Scholars

1. FC 5101-0417: Business Communication
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of communication, its scope and importance in business, and the role of communication in establishing a favorable outside the firm environment, as well as an effective internal communications program. The various types of business communication media are covered. This course also develops an awareness of the importance of succinct written expression to modern business communication.

Course Contents:

1. Effective Business Communication: Importance, Communication in Context, Responsibilities as Communicator, etc.
2. Delivering your Message: Language, Principles, Obstacles, Strategies, etc.
3. Understanding your Audience: Self-understanding, Perceptions, Assessment, Feedbacks, etc.
4. External Communication: Email, brochures, newsletters, posters, advertisements and other forms of multimedia marketing designed to attract customers, partners and suppliers to conduct profitable business transactions.
5. Internal Communication: Definition, challenges, concepts, importance, types, etc.
6. Effective Business Writing: Oral versus Written, good writing, Styles, Principles, Overcoming barriers, etc.
7. Writing Preparation: Think then Write, Planning, Ethics, Plagiarism, etc.
8. Developing Business Presentation: Choosing topic, finding resources, myths and realities, etc.
9. Presentation to Persuade: Principles, Functions, Samples, Arts, etc.
10. Is Silence Killing Your Company? Theory, concepts, benefits, etc.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –
CLO1: identify the use of basic and advanced proper writing techniques that today's technology demands, including anticipating audience reaction.
CLO2: sketch the effective informal and formal reports, proofread and edit copies of business correspondence.
CLO3: illustrate successfully for and participate in meetings and conduct proper techniques in telephone usage as well as use e-mail effectively and efficiently.
CLO4: reframe the career skills that are needed to succeed, such as using ethical tools, working collaboratively, observing business etiquette, and resolving workplace conflicts.
CLO5: develop interpersonal skills that contribute to effective and satisfying personal, social and professional relationships, and utilize electronic presentation software.

References:

Learning Materials:
Textbooks:

1. Business Communication for Success by Scott McLean
2. Business Communication Essentials by Courtland L Bovee, Jean A. Scribner, and John Thill
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, You Tube Videos etc.

FC 5102 -0413: Principles of Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides the knowledge of introductory management to apply management concepts successfully often involves focusing more on skills development and the human side of the organization.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of Management: Definition of Management, management theories, management functions, management skills, management levels, role of managers.
2. Management and environment: internal environment, external environment, how management aligns to those environmental aspects in terms of sustainable development.
3. Planning: Define planning, planning process, types of plans, levels of planning, aligning planning with strategy.
4. Organizing: Define organizing, explain organizational chart and structure, organizational design, types of organizations, define staffing, define work groups and teams.
5. Motivation: Define motivation, motivational theories.
6. Leading: Define leading, leadership theories.
7. Controlling: Define controlling, types of controlling, controlling process.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: recognize the basic knowledge of management.
CLO2: demonstrate the planning concept and its processes.
CLO3: illustrate organizational aspects in different types of organizational setting.
CLO4: classify the motivational and leadership concepts in traditional and contemporary aspects.
CLO5 : choose the controlling measures in an organizational setting.

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Fundamentals of Management by Ricky W. Griffin.
2. Management by Robert Kreitner.
3. Management by Heinz Weihrich and Harold Koontz
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5103-0414: Principles of Marketing
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides students with an overview of the marketing function with an emphasis on creating value through marketing, market research, consumer behavior, pricing strategies, marketing channels, and various methods of promotion. This course is to provide students with a broad introduction to marketing concepts, help them understand the factors that influence marketing decisions, and focus attention on the vital role of marketing in today’s global economy. This course examines the business functions of Marketing. Students will learn how marketers deliver value in satisfying customer needs and wants, determine which target markets the organization can best serve, and decide upon appropriate products, services, and programs to serve these markets.

Course Contents:

1. Marketing Overview: Meaning of marketing. Components of marketing. Importance of marketing. Marketing management philosophies/Evolution of marketing
2. Marketing Environment: The components of the Marketing Environment. The impact of macro and micro environment in an organization. Components of marketing environment: • Macro-environment • Micro-environment
3. Consumer Behavior: The importance of consumer behavior. The factors that affect consumer behavior. The consumer decision making process. The meaning and importance of consumer behavior. Internal factors influencing consumer behavior. External forces influencing consumer behavior.
4. Segmentation, Targeting & Positioning (STP Model): Definition of market segmentation, targeting and positioning. The importance of STP model. The market segmentation, targeting and positioning process. Identify the basis of segmenting, targeting, and positioning for both consumer and industrial markets.
5. Products, Services, and Brands Decisions: Definition of products, services, and brands. The major classifications of products and services. The decisions companies make regarding their individual products and services, product lines, and product mixes. Identify the four characteristics that affect the marketing of services and the additional marketing considerations that services require. Branding strategy—the decisions companies make in building and managing their brands.
6. Developing New Products and Managing the Product Life Cycle: How companies find and develop new product ideas. List and define the steps in the new product development process and the major considerations in managing this process. The stages of the product life cycle and how marketing strategies change during a product’s life cycle. additional product issues: Socially responsible product decisions and international product and services marketing.
7. Pricing Decisions: Definition of pricing. The importance of pricing. Identify the pricing strategies and policies. Use different pricing methods to determine price.
8. Distribution Decision: Definition of channels of distribution. The different types of distribution channels. Identify the Factors to be considered when selecting channels of distribution.
Promotional Decisions: Definition of promotion. The elements of the promotional mix. Discuss each of the elements in promotional mix • Advertising. • Personal selling. • Sales promotion. • Publicity.
Branding & Integrated Marketing Communication Strategy: The five promotion mix tools for communicating customer value. The changing communications landscape and the need for integrated marketing communications. Outline the communication process and the steps in developing effective marketing communications. The methods for setting the promotion budget and factors that affect the design of the promotion mix.
9. Direct, Online, Social Media, and Mobile Marketing: Direct and digital marketing and discuss their rapid growth and benefits to customers and companies. Identify and discuss the major forms of direct and digital marketing. How companies have responded to the internet and the digital age with various online marketing strategies. How companies use social media and mobile marketing to engage consumers and create brand communities. Identify and discuss the traditional direct marketing forms and overview public policy and ethical issues presented by direct marketing.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to

CLO1: define and explain core marketing terms, concepts, and importance of marketing in value creation.
CLO2: understand how the environment affects a firm’s marketing effort.
CLO3: capable to explain and describe influences on consumer behavior and the buyer’s decision process.
CLO4: demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of segmentation, targeting and positioning.
CLO5: analyze the components of the marketing mix and apply the components in making marketing decisions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Textbooks:

1. Philip Kotler, Gary Armstrong, Marc Oliver Opresnik. Principles of Marketing, 17th Edition, Pearson.
2. Dr. Tamgid Ahmed Chowdhury. “Principles of Marketing-Practices and Applications in Bangladesh”
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, You Tube Videos etc.

FC 5104-0412 : Principles of Finance
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This is an introductory course in financial management that is designed to get an overview on the major decisions made by the finance department of an organization. This course provides the foundation on topics that include major finance functions of the business, understanding financial information, relevant tools to analyze, interpret and evaluate financial statements, understanding time value-of-money, its relevance to evaluating investment decisions, concept of risk and return related to financial decisions, introduction to financial institutions, investments, and corporate finance.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Conceptual Framework, Financial Decision Making, Role of Finance in a Firm, Goal of the Firm, Managerial Finance Function Finance as a Discipline-Agency Theory.
2. Cash Flow and Financial Planning: Analysing the Firm’s Cash Flow, The Financial Planning Process, Cash Planning: Cash Budgets, Profit Planning: Pro Forma Statement.
3. Time Value of Money: Basic Concept, The Role of Time Value in Finance, Different Patterns in Cash Flows, Computing present Value and Future Values, Special Applications of Time Value.
4. Capital Budgeting: Basic Concept, Motives for Capital Expenditure, Steps in the Process of Capital Budgeting, Different Capital Budgeting Techniques – PBP, NPV, PI, IRR.
5. Cost of Capital: Overview of the Cost of Capital, Sources of Long-Term Capital, Cost of Long-Term Debt, Cost of Preferred Stock, Cost of Common Stock, Weighted Average Cost of Capital.
6. Working capital Management: Concepts of Working capital, Major Sources of short-Term Financing, Cash Conversion Cycle, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable Management, Management of Receipts and Disbursements.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: describe basic principles, concepts, and methods of financial management and explain the objectives and role of the financial manager in a corporation.
CLO2: analyze financial statements to make decisions about stock and bonds of the company using information technology.
CLO3: evaluate investment strategies and decisions using the time value of money principles and calculate the cost of capital for financial decision-making purposes.
CLO4: communicate with a variety of audiences to raise the awareness of decision makers.
CLO5: cooperate in a team to disseminate information and propose solutions to maximize shareholders wealth and company’s profit.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Essentials of Managerial Finance by Weston J. Fred, ScottBesly and E .F Bringham
2. Principles of Managerial Finance by Jawrence J. Gitman
3. Financial Management by I. M. Pandy
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5105-0411: Principles of Accounting
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

Principles of Accounting course is included in syllabus so that the students can be skilled at the accounting equation, Conceptual framework of accounting, completing the process of accounting cycle, & Ethics in Accounting because if the students are not skilled of the above contents, they will not be able to understand calculations of business operations, to trace the loopholes of accounting procedural calculations and take decisions efficiently and independently.

Course Contents:

1. The Nature and Environment of Accounting: Definition, Need to Study Accounting, Employment Opportunities in Accounting, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Users of Accounting Information and their Decision, The Environment and The Development of Accounting Standards, Conceptual Framework Study, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Basic Environmental Assumptions and Principles, Standard Setting Body (FASB, IASB, IFRS and BAS etc.), Nature of Financial Statements, Accounting Equation, Ethics in Accounting.
2. The Double Entry Recording System: Accounting Cycle, Transactions- The Accounts, Chart of Accounts, Debit, Credit, Determine the Balance of an account, Normal Balance of an Account, The Journal- Journalizing, Special Journals, Posting, Cross Indexing, Compound Entries, The Ledger, and Preparation of Trial Balance.
3. Preparation of Worksheet: Basis of Accounting, Recording of Adjusting Entries. Correcting Entries, Closing Entries, Post Closing Trial balance, Reversing Entries, Worksheet for Preparing Financial Statements.
4. Financial Statements for Merchandise Operations: Merchandising Activities, Procedures for Accounting for Inventories, Preparing Financial Statements, Income Statement: Single Step, Multiple Step, Statement of Retained Earnings, Classified Balance Sheet, Usefulness of the Balance Sheet, and Limitations of Balance Sheet.
5. Special Journals: Definition, Classes of Special Journal, Effects of Special Journal on General Journal.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be:

CLO1: utilize the accounting equation to recognize the valid causes of the changes of equity in daily life of financial areas.
CLO2: complete the processes of accounting cycle to prepare financial statements.
CLO3: analyze the procedure of business operations to investigate and analyze various business problems.
CLO4: demonstrate and analyze the information communicated through the financial statements to take decisions independently.
CLO5: trace the loopholes of accounting procedural calculations based on ethics in accounting so that there will be no chance of being duped and false presentation.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Accounting Principles by Kieso, D. E & Weygantt, E. I.
2. Financial Accounting by Jerry J. Weygandt & Paul D. Kimmel
3. Intermediate Accounting by Loren A, Nikolai et. Al
4. Accounting: A Business Perspective by Roger H. Harmenson et al
5. Fundamental Accounting Principles by John Wild & Ken W. Shaw & Barbara Chiappetta
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5106-0413: Supply Chain Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

Logistics & Supply Chain concerned with the efficient flow of materials, products, and information within and among organizations. Supply chain management involves the integration of business processes across organizations, from material sources and suppliers through manufacturing and processing to the final customer. The program provides students with the core knowledge related to a wide variety of supply chain activities, including demand planning, manufacturing planning and control, purchasing, transportation management, warehouse management, inventory control, material handling, product and service support, information technology, and strategic supply chain management. The program takes a balanced approach to supply chain education, requiring courses in operations, logistics, and purchasing for all students.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Logistics Management - Definition of Logistics, Scope of logistics, Logistics –a system concept, Objectives of Logistics management. Understanding the Supply Chain- Supply Chain-definition, Elements of supply chain, Objective of supply Chain, Importance of Supply chain decisions, Functions of Supply Chain, Process views of supply chain.
2. Supply chain drivers- Functional drivers of supply chain performance a) Facilities Location (Factors affecting facility location decision, Metrics for facility location decision) b) Inventory Management (Objective of Inventory Management, Types of Inventory, Inventory Associated Costs) c) Transportation (Introduction to Modes of Transportation, Importance of various modes and their comparison/application, Trends and Growth in Development of Transport, Transporting Energy Commodities); Cross-functional drivers a) Sourcing (The role of sourcing in supply chain, Total Cost of Ownership, Supplier Selection) b) Pricing ( Role of pricing and revenue, Pricing and revenue management for Bulk, Perishable and agriculture produce, Pricing Strategies practiced by Retail) c) Information.
3. Demand Forecasting- Definition, Quantitative Methods, Regression Analysis, Exponential Smoothening, Introduction to Time series Analysis, Qualitative Methods, Delphi Technique, Expert Opinion, Role of IT in forecasting
4. Lecture hours Inventory management- Definition of Inventory, Inventory types & functions; EOQ Model and Buffer Stock, Assumptions, Instantaneous Replenishment case, Demand and production rate are different, When backorders are allowed, Buffer Stock and ROL. Inventory Control- ABC Analysis, VED Analysis
5. Warehouse Management- Warehouses- types and functions, Warehousing-site selection, layout, decision, Warehousing-costing, strategies, Performance parameters, Cold chain infrastructure, Role of CWC and FCI.
6. Transportation modes- Rail, road, Waterways & airways, Evolution of Transportation system, Transportation infrastructure, Role of TMS, Transportation Decisions. Introduction to 3PL & 4PL- Role of 3 PL companies, Importance of 4 PL companies. Unit VII: 6 lecture hours IT in supply chain (Information)- Role of IT in a supply chain, The supply chain IT framework, Application of Bar coding, Significance of SAP/RFID, The future of IT in the supply chain, Supply chain IT in practice, TMS (Transport Management System), WMS (Warehouse Management System), Bullwhip effect, Security issues in IT
7. Green Supply Chain & Sustainable performance measurement- Green Supply chain, Reverse logistics, KPIs for manufacturing, warehousing and Distribution; SCOR Model.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-

CLO1: state the concepts and role of Logistics and supply chain management in business
CLO2: predict how supply chain drivers play an important role in redefining value chain excellence of firms
CLO3: estimate analytical and critical understanding & skills for planning, designing and operations of supply chain
CLO4: consider various supply chain strategies to develop Ethical, environment friendly and sustainable business practices.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Supply Chain Management: Text and cases by Shah, J. (2009) Pearson, New Delhi
2. Logistics Management- The Supply Chain Imperative by Sople V. Vinod
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5107-0542: Statistics for Decision Making
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course offers an introduction to basic business statistical concepts. It aims to create a basic understanding on data analysis. The course will enable us to apply various analytical tools in the field of business study, by developing the statistical thinking skills. It concentrates on analyzing data by calculating numerical summary of the data which aims to enhance a student's abilities to reason both quantitatively and logically.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Statistics: Levels of Measurements, Types of Statistics
2. Describing data: Frequency Tables, Frequency Distribution and Graphic Presentation.
3. Describing data: Numerical Measures
4. Principles of Counting: Permutation, Combination
5. Discrete Probability Distribution: Random variables, The mean, Variance, and Standard Deviation of a Discrete Probability distribution
6. Sampling Methods: Sampling Methods, Simple Random Sampling, Systematic Random Sampling, Stratified Random Sampling, Cluster Sampling
7. One-Sample Tests of Hypothesis: Definition of Hypothesis testing. Six step procedure of Hypothesis
8. Analysis of Variance: Comparing two population variances, ANOVA: Analysis of variance

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CLO1: enumerate the necessity of statistical knowledge in business by summarizing qualitative and quantitative variables with relative frequency tables and projecting the data into graphical presentation.
CLO2: understand the concepts of numerical ways of describing quantitative variables i.e measures of location and measure of dispersion
CLO3: identify and compute measure of position and Construct and analyze a Box plot.
CLO4: define the terms of Probability using classical, empirical or subjective approach and compute the mean, variance and standard deviation of a discrete probability distribution.
CLO5: explain why populations are sampled and application of central limit theorem to calculate probability

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Statistical Techniques In Business & Economics, Lind, Marchal, Wathen
2. Introductory Business Statistics, Alexander Holmes, Barbara Illowsky, Susan Dean
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5108 - 0413: Organizational Behavior
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This is an introductory course in financial management that is designed to get an overview on the major decisions made by the finance department of an organization. This course is designed to provide the foundation on topics that include major finance functions of the business, understanding financial information, relevant tools to analyze, interpret and evaluate financial statements, understanding time value-of-money, its relevance to evaluating investment decisions, concept of risk and return related to financial decisions, introduction to financial institutions, investments, and corporate finance.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Organizational Behavior: Concept of Organizational Behavior -Basic Management Functions-Managerial Roles-Management Skills, Contributing Discipline to OB Field-Challenges and Opportunity for OB, Basic OB Model.
2. Foundations of individual behavior: Intellectual ability, physical ability, Biographical Characteristics, Difference among Learning, Training, & Education. of setting stretch objectives- the need for short-term and long-term objectives- setting financial objectives- setting strategic objectives- crafting a strategy- executing the strategy- evaluating performance and initiating corrective adjustments
3. Values, Attitudes & Job Satisfaction: Values-Types of Values-Values, Loyalty, and Ethical Behavior-Hofstede’s Framework for Assessing Cultures, Attitudes-Types of Attitudes-The Theory of Cognitive Dissonance-Self-Perception Theory, Job Satisfaction-The Effect of Job Satisfaction on Employee Performance-How Employees Can Express Dissatisfaction.
4. Personality & Emotions: Personality-Personality Traits-The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Major Personality Attributes Influencing OB. Emotions- Meaning of Emotions & Mood, Differences between Emotion & Mood, Why Emotions Were Ignored in OB-Emotion Dimensions-OB Applications of Understanding Emotions, structure of moods, positive affect, negative affect, positivity offset.
5. Perception and Individual Decision Making: Perception, factors that influence employee perception, Common Shortcuts in Judging Others, Influences on Decision Making. Individual Differences and Organizational Constraints.
6. Communication: Functions of Communication: The Communication Process Model- Direction of Communication- Interpersonal Communication, Three Common Formal Small-Group Networks- Grapevine- Computer-Aided Communication- Barriers to Effective Communication.
7. Motivation: Motivation, Motivation process, ways to motivation, performance & motivation, Working efficiency and motivation, Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory. X & Y Theory of Motivation, Two Factors Theory, Expectancy Theory and its criticism.
8. Leadership: Definition-Types-Approaches/Theories of Leadership, Approaches/Theories of Leadership.
9. Organizational Culture: Organizational Culture-Importance-Characteristics, Keeping Culture Alive- Stages in the Socialization Process.
10. Power & Politics: A Definition of Power-Leadership and Power-Bases of Power-Power Tactics, Power in Groups-Power in Action-Employee Responses to Organizational Politics-Impression Management.
11. Conflict & Negotiation: Conflict-Types of Conflict-Components of Conflict, Resolution techniques of Conflict, Negotiation Definition, Process of Negotiation.
12. Understanding Work Team: Team Versus Groups- Types of Teams- Creating Effective Teams, Contemporary Issues in Managing Teams- Team and Workforce Diversity.
13. Defining & Classifying Groups: Group, Formal group, informal group, why people join group, Five Stages of Group Development Model. Critique of the Five-Stage Model, Punctuated-Equilibrium Model, Group Properties.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-
CLO1: recognize the principles, concepts, and methods of organizational behavior.
CLO2: analyze how personality, values, emotions, and perceptions play roles in individual behavioral aspects.
CLO3: consider motivational and leadership strategies in group behavioral assessment.
CLO4: construct groups and team behavior in smoothening business organizational settings.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Organizational Behavior by Stephen P Robbins, Timothy A. Judge, Seema Sangh
2. Manpower Planning and Organization Design by Keith Davis, John W Newstorm
3. Organizational Behavior, by Md.Faruk Hosen, Md. Shelim Miah,Md. Nur-E-Alam Siddique
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5109- 0311: Microeconomics
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 1
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to teach microeconomic and macroeconomic theories, solve basic micro and macroeconomic problems, and use these techniques to think about a number of policy questions relevant to the operation of the real economy.

Course Contents:

1. Theory of Demand and Supply: The demand function, Determinants of Demand for a commodity Market, Demand curve- Shift vs Movement in the Demand Curve, Supply function, Determinants of supply, Shift vs Movement in the supply curve, Competitive Market Equilibrium, Demand and supply and its Implication.
2. Elasticity of Demand and Supply: Price Elasticity of Demand- Point Elasticity of Demand- Income Elasticity of Demand- Cross Elasticity of Demand, Total Revenue, Marginal Revenue, Relationship between Marginal Revenue. Price & Elasticity of Demand, Elasticity of Supply, Concepts, Application in Business.
3. Theory of cost: Short run cost: Fixed cost- Variable cost, total cost- Marginal cost- Law of variable proportions- Long Run cost- Derivation of long run cost- Cost from short run cost.
4. Concept of a Market and Different Types of Market: Market Structure, Competitive and Non, Competitive Market, Perfect Competition vs Imperfect Competition, Pricing under Perfect Competition, Pricing under Monopoly.
5. Macro-Economic aggregates and concepts: Circular flow of income, National income and related concepts, calculation of National income, National income and social welfare, concept of Human Development Index. Supply of money, demand for money, price level, Inflation and Stagflation.
6. Inflation and its Control: Definition, Characteristics and Types of Inflation, Monetary Policy, Fiscal policy, Problems and Limitations of Monetary Policy in underdeveloped Country.
7. Money: Meaning, The Role and Functions of Money, Kinds of Money, Features of Good Money, Monetary Standard, Value of Money, Determinants of value of Money, Quantity Theory of money, Keynesian VS Classical Approach, Money Market and Capital Market.
8. National Income Determination and Employment: Overview of classical and Keynesian analysis, Business cycles, features, causes and remedial Measures, Equilibrium in the Goods and Money markets
9. Policy Environment: Role of state in different economic systems, Theory of economic policy, Monetary policy, objectives and instruments, Fiscal policy, objectives and instruments, , impact on business, concept of inclusive growth, Economic stabilization, Fiscal v/s Monetary policy and Structural policy, Trade policy, Protection v/s Free trade

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to
CLO1: learn about different economic systems and the basic problems of economics in order to solve them.
CLO2: apply the concept of demand and supply in managerial decision making.
CLO3: estimate the role and functions of money.
CLO4: classify the role of the state in different economic systems & distinguish between
structural policy and trade policy.
CLO5: collaborate the concept of the global recession with contagion effects.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Principles of Macroeconomics-E. Mansfield.
2. An Introduction to Microeconomics-P. Wonnacott& R. Wonnacott, McGraw-Hill Education.
3. Economics- Paul Samuelson & William Nordhaus
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

FC 5210-0413: International Business
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

An understanding of international business is essential for students in today's interdependent global world. This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to understand the global economic, political, cultural, and social environment within which firms operate. It will examine the strategies and structures of international business and assess the special roles of an international business's various functions. It will also prepare students to formulate and execute strategies, plans, and tactics to succeed in international business ventures.

Course Contents:

1. The Nature of Global Business: What is International Business? What Is Global Business? Global Linkages Today. Current US International Trade Position. Globalization of Markets and the Internationalization of the Firm.
2. Country Differences: Culture Defined. The Elements of Culture. The Training Challenge. National Differences in Political Economy. Differences in Culture. Ethics in International Business.
3. The Global Trade and Investment Environment: International Trade Theory. The Political Economy of International Trade. Foreign Direct Investment. Regional Economic Integration: European Union, The Institutions of European Union, European Parliament, European Treaty, Germany and European Union.
4. Global Financial Markets, Foreign Exchange, and the International Monetary System: The Foreign Exchange Market. The International Monetary System. The Global Capital Market. The Purpose of Exchange Rates. Fixed and Floating Foreign Exchange Rates. Significant Monetary Events. Exchange Rates, Interest Rates and Economic Policy.
5. The Strategy and Structure of International Business: The Strategy of International Business. The Organization of International Business. Entry Strategy and Strategic Alliances. The Strategic Process. The Need for Global Research. Conducting Research. Market Selection.
6. International Business Operations: Exporting, Importing, and Countertrade. Global Production, Outsourcing, and Logistics. Global Marketing and R & D. Global Human Resource Management. Accounting in International Business. Financial Management in International Business.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: describe the foundations of international business and understand the most widely used international business terms and concepts.
CLO2: explain international organizations and multinational corporations.
CLO3: identify the role and impact of political, economic, social, and cultural variables in international business.
CLO4: assess forms of foreign involvement and discuss international trade theory.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace by Charles, E. Hill.
2. International Business: The New Realities by Cavusgil, S.T., Knight, G., & Riesenberger, J.R.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc..

FC 5211-0414: Bank Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to introduce & understand how to manage banks as financial institutions and its functions effectively, how the institutions work including assets liability management in compliance with the directions of the central bank.

Course Contents:

1. Overview of Banks and their Services: What is a bank – Evolution of banking in Bangladesh - Types of bank - Function of banks - Services that banks offer to the public - Services that banks have developed more recently – Challenges of modern banking, general structure of banking organization - Role of banks in economic development.
2. Managing Bank Sources and Usages of Fund: Types of deposit offered by Banks, Interest rate offered on different types of deposit, Pricing deposit- related services, Non deposit investment products in banking.
3. Negotiable Instruments in Banking: Negotiable instruments – Promissory note – Bill of Exchange – Cheque – Liabilities of a banker – Crossing of cheques.
4. Lending Policies and Procedures: Types of loan - Bank’s rating of loans - Written loan policy, Steps in lending process - Characteristics of a good loan - Typical loan agreement - loan review.
5. Pricing Bank Loan: The cost plus loan pricing method, The price leadership model, The markup model, Loans bearing maximum interest rate, Customer profitability analysis.
6. Investment Functions in Banking: Investments instruments of banks, money market instruments, capital market instruments, recently developed investment instruments, factors affecting banker’s choice of investment instruments, maturity strategy and tools.
7. Import and Export Procedure: Import-Export procedure - What is L/C - Type of L/C- L/C parties - Terms and Condition of L/C - How L/C works – Documents required by banks in Export-Import business.
8. Customer Relationship Management in Banking: Who is banker - Who are the customers of bank - Relationship between bank and customer.
9. Central Banking: Meaning of central bank, Functions of central bank, Role of central bank in developing countries, Credit control, Bank rate policy, Open market operation, Bangladesh bank and its operation.
10. Regulatory Arrangement of Banks: Bank regulation – Objectives of bank regulation – Tools & strategies of bank regulation - bank regulation authority – Establishment of private bank and expansion – Organization of management of private commercial banks in Bangladesh.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to-
CLO1: describe the institutional and practical knowledge in the field of banking
CLO2: extend the various types of services provided by the banks & client services.
CLO3: explain the concepts of assets and liabilities of bank efficiently.
CLO4: combine the basic issues of bank management.
CLO5: comply with the directives of central bank.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Bank Management - A Fund Approach by Dr. A.R. Khan, Brother’s Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2. Commercial Bank Management by Peter S. Rose
3. Banking Theory and Practice by Shekhar, K C
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5212 - 0413: E-Business
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to highlight the key issues that affect businesses who have adopted the internet as a means of trading or improving internal processes through the implications of E-Business for a range of issues affecting an organization, including the adoption of technology, choice of business models, economics, marketing, legal and security issues, management and the strategies for gaining a competitive advantage.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to E-Commerce and E-Business: Meaning & Concept, e-commerce vs. traditional commerce, media convergence business applications & need for e-commerce, basics of e-commerce, network and electronic transactions today.
2. The Internet environment for E- Business: B2B, B2C transactions, providers and vendors, assuring sustainability through e-business in economic, social, and environmental perspectives.
3. The Internet & Extranet for E- Business: Identification & tracking tools for e-commerce, overview of internet, bandwidth & technology issues.
4. Legal issues in E- Business: Paper document vs. electronic document, technology for authenticating electronic document, laws for e-commerce, edi interchange agreement, legal issues for internet commerce, cyber security, cybercrimes.
5. E-business markets and models: E-business environment, e-marketplaces, e-business markets, e-business models, types of e-business models, a framework for analyzing e-business models
6. Security Framework: Security Concerns, Security Solutions – Symmetric & Asymmetric Cryptosystems, Digital, Signatures, PKCS, Protocol for Secure messaging, key management, X.509 Certificates, SET protocols, E-Cash over the Internet.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: explain the core concepts of e-business in different business environment.
CLO2: describe the e-business processes in successful business operations.
CLO3: exemplify the e-business models in the organizational operations to promote effective business strategy execution in line with industrial revolutions.
CLO4: comply the security frameworks in successful e-business operations.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Essentials of e- Commerce Technology by V. Rajaraman
2. Introduction to e-Business: Management and Strategy by Colin Combe.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5213-0413: Project Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This Project Management course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of Project Management. The course is designed to equip participants with the required tools to manage projects allowing their organizations to make the quantum leap. In this course students gain a thorough grounding in project management principles and techniques, including project life cycle, chartering, stakeholder management, work/task breakdown, network diagram and critical path, contingency planning, resource allocation, and project monitoring, and reporting.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to project management: why project management is becoming such a powerful and popular practice in business; basic properties of projects including their definition; why effective project management is such a challenge; difference between project management practices and more traditional process-oriented business functions; project life cycle, its stages, and the activities that typically occur at each stage in the project; the concept of project ‘success’; the purpose of project maturity models.
2. The organizational context of project management: effective project management in achieving strategic objectives, components of the corporate strategy model, importance of identifying critical project stakeholders and managing them within the context of project management, how companies can change their structure into a “heavyweight project organization” structure to facilitate effective project management practices, characteristics of different forms of PMO (project management office), key concepts of corporate culture and how cultures are formed.
3. Project selection & portfolio management: screening model of project selection, different scoring models of project, the efficient frontier model, financial analysis to evaluate the potential for new projects, challenges in maintaining an optimal project portfolio.
3. Leadership & the project manager: role of a project manager and the characteristics of a leader, concept of emotional intelligence and how it relates to project manager leadership, traits strongly linked to effective project leadership.
4. Scope management: importance of scope management for project success, significance of developing a scope statement, work breakdown structure of a project, RAM for a project, roles of changes and configuration management in assessing project scope.
5. Project team building, conflict & negotiation: steps of project team building, characteristics of effective project teams and why teams fail, stages in the development of groups, how to cross-functional cooperation teams, nature of conflict and response method evaluation, importance of negotiation skills in project management .
6. Risk management: definition of project risk, key stages in project risk management and steps necessary to manage risk, cause of risk and approaches to risk identification, risk mitigation strategies, project risk analysis and management process.
7. Cost estimation & budgeting: Understand the various types of common project costs, recognize the difference between various forms of project costs, apply common forms of cost estimation for project work, including ballpark estimates and definitive estimates, understand the advantages of parametric cost estimation and the application of learning curve models in cost estimation, Discern the various reasons why project cost estimation is often done poorly, apply both top-down and bottom-up budgeting procedures for cost management, understand the uses of activity-based budgeting and time-phased budgets for cost estimation and control, recognize the appropriateness of applying contingency funds for cost estimation.
8. Project scheduling-Network, duration estimation & critical path: key scheduling terminology, creating activity networks, AON technique, activity duration estimation, critical path for project schedule network, activity float, PERT estimates, critical path reduction process
9. Project scheduling-Lagging, crashing, and activity networks: lag relationship to project activities, Gantt charts, alternative means to accelerate projects, trade-off required to decide crash project activities, AOA technique, difference between AOA and AON and what are their merits and demerits
10. Resource management: resource constraints, resource loading technique, resource levelling procedure, resource charts, resource in multi-projects environment
11. Project evaluation & control: nature of control cycle and the key steps in general project control model, monitoring project performance, earned value management, human factors in evaluation & control
12. Project closeout & termination: types of project termination, natural termination, early termination for projects, preparing the final report

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: recognize the purpose and benefits of project management, regardless of the size of the project through effective stakeholder analysis for better understanding and planning.
CLO2: identify and explain the fundamental components of the project management process and define the ‘scope’ of a project.
CLO3: build a budget and timeline for a project and apply risk and resource management to reduce surprises when working on a project in real-life situation.
CLO4: create a high-level project plan, including how to monitor & control them and how to terminate it in an efficient manner
CLO5: comply on how project management is “leader-intensive” profession, and how effective & successful project management is done through good leadership, team building, negotiation and development of proper & relevant corporate culture

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage by Jeffrey K. Pinto.
2. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge by Project Management Institute, Inc.
3. Project Management: A managerial approach n by Meredith, Mantel, Shafer.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

FC 5214-0421: Labor Law of Bangladesh
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

Labor Law aims to counteract the inequality of power between employers and employees. This course is aimed at ensuring that students are well equipped with a thorough knowledge of the principles of Labor Law as well as an ability to apply the law in practice. Topics that will be covered in this course include; basics of labor law, contract, termination of contract, agencies, and sale of good acts. a prologue to the concept of Law of partnership, Dissolution of Firm, Negotiable instruments, Basics of Industrial Law, Carrying Through Road, Carrying Through Sea, Insolvency, Bangladesh Labor Law etc.

Course Contents:

1. Labor Law: Definition, Conditions of service and employment: Condition of employment, Classification of workers and period of probation, Latter of Appointment and Identity Card, Service book, Procedure for leave, Payment of wages for unveiled leave.
2. Introduction to Bangladesh Labor Law: Bangladesh Labor Act 2006, Bangladesh Labor Act Amendment 2013, Bangladesh Labor Rules 2015.
3. Worker, Working hour and its management: Clarification regarding definition of worker, Classification of Workers and employers, Apprenticeship and its management, Use of internal Service Rules: when and how, Third Party worker/ Outsourcing of worker: Opportunity, Benefits, Procedure, Obligations, Limitations and challenges, Outsourced Vs Permanent worker: Threats of mixing, Procedure for License of Contracting agencies, Appointment of Juvenile worker.
4. Laws of Wages: Daily working hours, Interval for rest or meal, Weekly hours, Weekly holiday, Compensatory weekly holiday, Spread over, Night shift, Restriction on cumulative hours of work on a vehicle, Extra –allowance for work overtime, Casual leave, Sick leave, Annual leave with wages, Festival holiday.
5. Leave, Maternity Leave and Maternity Benefit Management: Different Types of Leave, its management and calculation of payment, Behavior with Pregnant Worker, Rights of Pregnant worker, Managing Maternity Leave, Calculation and disbursement procedure for Maternity Benefit.
6. Separation and Disciplinary Procedure: Misconduct, Punishment and Disciplinary Proceedings, Formation of enquiry committee, Procedure of enquiry, Drafting different letters related with disciplinary procedure [like show cause letter, enquiry circular, proceedings etc., Different mode of separation: concepts, Application, challenges, scope of errors and calculation of benefits in different type of separation.
7. Provision for safety and compensation: Introduction, Injuries, property loss or damage, medical expenses, injuries resulting in death, Injuries resulting in incapacity for work, injuries resulting in impairment, Household and attendant care services.
8. Laws Governing Labor Relations: Collective bargaining, Trade union, Arbitration and conciliation, Labor contract, lay off, Lock out, Strike and their legality, Labor court and tribunals, The influence of I.L.O. on labor relations and welfare of labors.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to
CLO1: enumerate Bangladesh Labor Act; Labor law 2006 and Labor (amendment) Act,2013 and all rules, regulations of the latest gazette of Bangladesh Labor Rules 2015.
CLO2: demonstrate the basic concepts of labor law such as; classification of workers, Conditions of employment, Misconduct, punishment and disciplinary procedure, Health, safety and welfare, Working hours and OT calculation, Different types of Leave, Maternity leave and calculation of benefit, Wage: Payments and deductions and Trade Union and Collective Bargaining Agent.
CLO3: hypothesize the relationship of Employers and employees as well as the influence of the International Labor Organization (ILO).
CLO4: comply law in terms of industrial dispute settlement.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Chowdhury C.C. : A Guide to Company Law
2. A.A. Khan: Labor and Industrial Law
3. Government of Bangladesh: Labour Law 2006, Labour Law (Amendment) 2013 and Bangladesh Labor Rules 2015.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

FC 5215 - 0541 : Business Mathematics
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides complete skill to understand basic function of Mathematics and their use in Business and Finance. After completing the course, student will be able to solve business and finance problems. A particular emphasis is placed on developing the ability to interpret the numerical information that forms the basis of decision-making in business. Most of the examples are drawn from a variety of business applications. It examines aspects of business and marketing with regards to basic statistical analysis. Students will be provided with the theoretical concepts, tools and methods of mathematics as well as the opportunity to work through example problems.

Course Contents:

1. Equations: Linear, Quadratic, Cubic and Higher Order, Degree of an Equation, Simultaneous Linear Equations, Inequalities, Quadratic and Cubic Equation.
2. Logarithms: Logarithm laws, calculations is case of Compound interest, depreciation and annuities
3. Coordinate Geometry: The straight line, Slope or Gradient of a Straight line, Intersecting Lines, The General equation of a Circle
4. Permutation and Combinations: Fundamental rule of Counting, Permutations, Factorial Notes
Differential Calculus: Introduction of Differentiation, Derivative of a Function of one Variable, Derivative of a Power Function

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CLO1: explain the concepts and use equations, formulae, and mathematical expressions and relationships in a variety of contexts
CLO2: apply the knowledge in mathematics (algebra, matrices, calculus) in solving business problems
CLO3: demonstrate mathematical skills required in mathematically intensive areas in Economics and business
CLO4: integrate concept in international business concepts with functioning of global trade

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Business Mathematics by D.C. Sancheti, V.K. Kapoor
2. Business Math by R.A. Schultheisand, R.M Kaczmarsk
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5216 - 0417: Entrepreneurship Development
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed for those interested in starting their own business, either as their primary income or extra income, including individual contributor businesses such as freelancers, contractors, consultants, and others in the gig economy. The curriculum is centered on three key aspects of entrepreneurship: 1) the individual, their traits, skills, and attributes that make entrepreneurs successful, 2) the business ideas, how to generate them, where to look for them, how to expand them, and 3) how to ensure they are valid business ideas with potential to meet profit goals. These elements, developed in the course, will assist any current or potential entrepreneur develop and grow a business now or in the future.

Course Contents:

1. Entrepreneurship: Definition of a “business”, Evolution of entrepreneurship in today’s economy
2. Personal Evaluation: Definition of “success”, Entrepreneurial attributes, traits, skills for success, Personal assessment, Personal development plans, Learned entrepreneurial traits, Personal potential as an entrepreneur
3. Ideas to Opportunities: Generating business ideas, locating business ideas, Expanding the ideas, Ethical practice in Business
Validating the opportunity: Feasibility analysis, Customer identification, Environmental scan, Competitive assessment, Profitability.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CLO1: enumerate the context, concepts, theories and process of entrepreneurship.
CLO2: prioritize entrepreneurial opportunities and assess these opportunities.
CLO3: estimate the traits, skills, attitudes and drive necessary to be a successful entrepreneur and build ethical business practices and the desire to volunteer and assist with community initiatives.
CLO4: exemplify the viability or feasibility of new business concepts and understand how to turn a new business concept into a sustainable business venture.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Business Plan Development Guide by Swanson, Lee A.
2. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Tool Kit. by Swanson, Lee A.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5217 - 0223: Professional Ethics, CSR, and Sustainability
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course orients the learner about ethical considerations in human resource management practices in organization aiming to ensure the sustainable development in terms of social, economical and environmental perspectives. This course also provides insight about the necessity of business organizations’ social contributions in different sectors in order to pursue pro-social objectives, in addition to maximizing profits.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of professional ethics: Definition of ethics ; application of normative theories in professional working places; ethics and justice in the business world; ethics, trust, accountability and integrity in professional roles.
2. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Define CSR, models of CSR, principles of CSR, areas of CSR models of CSR, CSR practices covered in different Bangladeshi organizations, CSR and Sustainable Development, aligning stakeholder management with sustainable development goals.
3. Stakeholder Management: Define stakeholder management, relationship of CSR with stakeholder management, theories of stakeholder management.
4. Ethical economy and equality in sustainability: concept of ethical economy and equality and its application in HR perspectives; equality assurance to achieve sustainability, nonprofit social responsibility and sustainability.
5. Ethical decision making: How HR faces challenges in ethical decision making in the environmental catastrophe, ethical interdependence in HRM for addressing CSR and sustainability.
6. Responsibility management: Concept of responsibility management, Role of HR in assuring responsible management to address SDGs.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CLO1: enumerate the context of human resource ethics in business perspective.
CLO2: estimate the various CSR aspects and applications in Bangladesh.
CLO3: develop the management philosophy of stakeholders in the light of CSR and sustainability.
CLO4: determine the applications of ethical economy and equality.
CLO5: implement the ethical decision-making process and responsibility management in CSR and sustainability consideration.
CLO6: conduct a project on addressing a specific sustainability problem and present possible solutions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility By S.S. Khanka
2. Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, and Ethical Public Relations: Strengthening Synergies with Human Resources By Donnalyn Pompper
3. Philosophy of Management and Sustainability : Rethinking Business Ethics and Social Responsibility in Sustainable Development, By J.D. Rendtorff
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

FC 5218 - 0412: Corporate Governance
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

The course will provide the essential conceptual insights on corporate governance structure and mechanism for the professionals and entrepreneurs of different business industries. This course intends to fill that gap of required knowledge and skills. It provides clear concepts on corporate governance, laws and regulations for financial institutions, governance of financial organizations.

Contents:

1. Corporate governance basics: define corporate governance (CG), corporate law and framework for governance, overview of laws and regulations in economics and financial systems,
2. Corporate governance theories: agency theory, stewardship theory, resource dependency theory, stakeholder theory, transaction cost theory, political theory.
3. Structure and Process for Corporate Governance: explanation of the CG structures, application of corporate principles in professional space, tools for corporate governance in financial institutions.
4. Additional governance body for finance institutions: Legal basis of governance in finance institutions (different fiduciary duties due to types of contracts), Promoting Governance of financial institutions.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –

CLO1: explain applicable laws, rules, regulations, process and procedure for corporate governance.
CLO2: classify appropriate tools and techniques of governance and use them effectively.
CLO3: implement comprehensive corporate governance frameworks.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. The essential Book of Corporate Governance by G.N. Bajpai
2. Corporate Governance: Principles, Policies and Practices by Robert Ian Tricker
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

19. CC 6201-0413: Management Accounting
Course Type: Mathematical
Pre-requisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 6
Semester/Term: 2

Course Rationale:

This course introduces the student to the business concepts and methods used to report managerial performance information to internal users and managers to assist in making sound business decisions in managing the firm. This course will help the student to understand the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting.

Course Contents:

1. Managerial Accounting: Describe, identify, and explain why managerial accounting is important to the future careers of all business students. Students will understand the answers to three questions: what is managerial accounting? Why does managerial accounting matter to your career? What skills do managers need to succeed? They will also learn the importance of ethics in business and corporate social responsibility.
2. Managerial Accounting and Cost Concepts: Explain how managers need to rely on different cost classifications for different purposes. The four main purposes emphasized include preparing external financial reports, predicting cost behavior, assigning costs to cost objects, and decision making.
3. Cost-Volume-Profit Relationships: Explain how changes in activity affect contribution margin and net operating income, prepare and interpret a cost-volume-profit (CVP) graph and a profit graph, use the contribution margin ratio (CM ratio) to compute changes in contribution margin and net operating income resulting from changes in sales volume, show the effects on net operating income of changes in variable costs, fixed costs, selling price, and volume.
4. Capital Budgeting Decisions: Define, explain, and identify how managers plan significant cash outlays on projects that have long-term implications and the importance of several tools that can be used by managers to help make these types of investment decisions

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: recognize the activities of management accounting and its role in an organization
CLO2: relate cost terms, concepts, and classifications, and their application in various organizations.
CLO3: integrate cost-volume-profit analysis and utilize relevant Management Accounting System (MAS) information for decision making
CLO4: apply the concept of relevant costing in managerial decision

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Managerial Accounting: Tools for Business Decision Making, Donald Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, and Paul D. Kimmel
2. Managerial Accounting by R.W. Hilton and D.E. Platt
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

CC 6202-0412: Managerial Finance
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 6
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to offer the students relevant, systematic, efficient and actual knowledge of financial management that can be applied in practice with making financial decisions and resolving financial problems.

Course Contents:

1. An Overview of Financial Management: Career Opportunities in Finance- Finance and Financial Management- Financial Management in the New Millennium- Functions of Financial Manager- The Goal of Business Firm- Financial Markets and Financial Institutions.
2. Financial Statement Analysis: Balance sheet and income statement information - Possible framework for analysis - Uses and types of financial ratios - Trend analysis.
3. Risk and Return: Risk and Return Fundamentals, relationship between risk and return, different types of risk, How manager deals with different types of risk, Measurement of risk, The Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Security Market Line (SML), Capital Market Line (CML).
4. Risk and Capital Budgeting: Concept of risk and its association with Capital Budgeting - Description and measurement of risk- Risk Evaluation approaches- some concepts about Beta and Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM).
5. Valuation: Basic concepts, Interest Rates and Required Returns, Stock vs. Bond, Different types of bonds, bond valuation, common stock valuation, Decision Making and Common Stock Value.
6. Lease Financing: Definition of Lease- Types of Leases- Why Lease? Operating Lease and Capital Lease- Criteria of Capital Lease- Accounting for Lease- Lease versus Buy Decision.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: explain financial management and its core elements including its goal and various tools of investing and financing that firms use in order to achieve the objective.
CLO2: analyze firm performance through financial statement analysis and planning.
CLO3: integrate the profitable project(s) by applying different types of capital budgeting techniques.
CLO4: predict the type and nature of risks that organizations face and match them with appropriate risk management strategies.
CLO5: coordinate the ability to work in group settings in solving and analyzing financial problems.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Essentials of Managerial Finance by Weston J. Fred, Scott Besly and E .F Bringham
2. Principles of Managerial Finance by Jawrence J. Gitman
3. Financial Management by I. M. Pandy
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc

CC 6203-0413: Strategic Leadership and Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 6
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course shed light on the attributes and qualities necessary to lead strategic change and help transform a business in order to meet the competitive advantage to sustain long-term growth and engage leaders at every level of the organization so that they are more proactive and forward-looking in their area of responsibility. This course will guide learners for deepening and broadening understanding of the core qualities of strategic leadership and its management and create greater value for stakeholders.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of Strategy and Strategic leadership: Definition of strategy and strategic leadership, leadership in core competency, leadership in competitive advantage, traditional strategic leadership types, contemporary strategic leadership types.
2. Leadership arts: The art of ownership, the art of agility, the art of awareness, the art of vision, the art of strategic leadership.
3. Crafting strategy: explain strategy crafting processes, basic competitive corporate strategies competing in local and international markets, Discuss strategic moves, timing and scope of business operations.
4. Strategic perspectives in ethical leadership and corporate sustainability: Identify how ethical standards and norms of the larger society and culture influence strategic decisions of leaders, describe how leaders balance corporate sustainability duties with stakeholders.
5. Building capabilities in internal organizational control: Describe strategic leadership approaches in successful strategy execution and implementation, explain structural framework in strategy execution.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: demonstrate proactive, forward-thinking approach to strategic leadership.
CLO2: express the process of developing leadership arts to craft and execute strategy.
CLO3: comply the process of enhancing the capacity of internal organizational operations.
CLO4: formulate execute strategies of a hypothetical organization and write a report.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. The Art of Strategic Leadership: How Leaders at All Levels Prepare Themselves, Their Teams, and Organizations for the Future by Steven J. Stowell , Anne Flosnik , Stephanie S. Mead
2. The Art and Discipline of Strategic Leadership by Mike Freedman.
3. Strategic management and business policy: globalization, innovation, and sustainability, by Thomas L. Wheelan.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

CC 6204-0413: Human Resource Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 5
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides the knowledge of introductory concepts of managing human resources in an organization successfully often involves focusing on skills development in the human side of the organization.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Human Resource Management: Define HRM, Explain HRM functions, Discuss HRM strategies.
2. Ethics and Sustainability in Human Resource Management: explanation of the employment ethics in diversity and inclusion, Concept of sustainable HRM.
3. Acquisition of talents: Discuss recruitment types and processes from talent pool, explain the selection, placement, orientation and socialization employees.
4. Training and development: Illustrate the types of learning, training and development processes, describe the evaluation of employee learning, training and development.
5. Employee performance management: Describe performance management process in an organization, identify performance management error and find out solutions.
6. Compensation and benefits management: Describe the process of developing competitive pay plan, Explain the ways of aligning compensation and benefits with performance.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to :
CLO1: express the human resource management concept, trends, components and their relations with management process
CLO2: appraise how organizations recruit and select employees out of the talent pools.
CLO3: design different modes of employee learning, training and development practices.
CLO4: depict on how managers conduct performance management of their work teams.
CLO5: consider the compensation and benefits management basics in effective employee retention.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Human Resource Management by Gary Dessler
2. Fundamentals of Human Resource Management by David A. DeCenzo, Stephen P. Robbins, Susan L. Verhulst.
3. Human Resource Management by Robert L. Mathis, John H. Jackson, Sean R. Valentine, Patricia Meglich.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

23. FIN 7201-0412: Financial Derivatives
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Financial Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course has been designed to enable the students to understand the theory and practice of Financial Derivatives. Whether you are considering a career in finance or any other area of business, when you complete this course, you will be equipped with a variety of financial concepts that are useful for investors and all business professionals.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Basic concept, types of financial derivatives, characteristics of different types of derivatives, roles of financial derivatives, terminology used to describe derivative market transactions.
2. Futures Market: Trading of futures contracts, specification, operation of margin, newspaper quotes, settlements, regulations, optional hedge ratio, and convergence of futures price to spot price.
3. Forward and Futures Price: Value of a forward and futures contract, stock index futures, foreign currency futures, commodity futures, cost of carry, delivery option, futures price and expected spot price.
4. Options Market: Underlying assets, specification of stock options, newspaper quotes, trading, margins, regulation, clearing, Factors affecting option, assumptions and notations, upper and lower bounds, put-call parity.
5. SWAP Contract: Basic concept, different types of SWAP contracts, operation of swap market, how are swap contracts quoted and priced?

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:
CLO1: demonstrate the basic types of derivatives, their payoff functions, their developments, and the economic roles they play in the financial markets.
CLO2: enumerate the basic risk management and trading strategies using derivatives.
CLO3: explain the mechanics of the futures and forward market and evaluate the various hedging strategies using futures and forward contacts.
CLO4: integrate the mechanics of the Options and SWAP market and analyze the various trading strategies involving options and compute payoff for different strategies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Fundamentals of Financial Derivatives by N. R. Parasuraman
2. Investments, William F. Sharpe, Gordon J. Alexander
3. Options, Futures and other Derivatives by John C. Hull
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Introduction to Financial Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will introduce students to the tools and techniques of financial management as it relates to multinational corporations. Students will learn the concepts needed to understand foreign exchange risk and cash management, investments, financing, and dividend decision. The concepts are further cleared via their application in projects, assignments, problem-solving, and case studies.

Course Contents:

1. The International Financial Environment: Identify the main goal of the multinational corporation (MNC) and its conflict with that goal. Describe the key theories that justify the international business. Explain the common methods used to conduct international business.
2. International Flow of Funds: Definition of Balance of Payments (BOP), functions of BOP, Major components of BOP, causes of a current account deficit or surplus.
3. International Parity: How do you derive the demand for a currency? How is the exchange rate determined by the forces of demand and supply? How do factors other than the exchange rate influence the currency demand and supply? / Describe the factors affecting exchange rates / how does inflation shift the supply curve of a currency?
4. Management of Foreign Exchange Exposure and Risk: Explains the differences between Foreign Exchange Exposure and Foreign Exchange Risk. States the different types of foreign exchange exposure.
5. International Bond Markets: Describes the differences between foreign bonds and Eurobonds. Also, discuss why Eurobonds make up the lion’s share of the international bond market. Briefly defines each of the major types of international bond market instruments, noting their distinguishing characteristics.
6. Multinational Cash Management: Describes the key factors contributing to effective cash management within a firm and how is the cash management process more difficult in an MNC.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)s:

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-

CLO1: recognize the goals of the multinational corporation (MNC) and conflicts with that goal.
CLO2: describe the common methods used to conduct international business.
CLO3: explain how the international flow of funds is influenced by economic factors and other factors.
CLO4: integrate the major types of international bond market instruments.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. International Financial Management by Jeff Madura (11 Edition), McGraw Hill Publishing
2. International Financial Management by Cheol E. Sun
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to develop students’ analytical and consulting skills in the area of public finance reforms (performance-based budgeting, mid-term financial planning, budget decentralization).

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Public finance and alternative views of government. The legal framework. The size of the government. Expenditures and revenues. Welfare economics, The fundamental theorem of welfare economics, The role of fairness. Market failure.
2. Public Goods and Externalities: Definition, Efficient provision of public goods, Public versus private provision, National defense and education, Public goods and public choice. The nature of externalities, Public and private response to externalities.
3. Income Redistribution: Distribution of income, Rationale for income redistribution, Simple utilitarianism, the maximum criterion, Pareto efficient income redistribution, non individualistic views, Expenditure incidence, Valuing in kind transfers.
4. Expenditures Programs for the Poor: Welfare spending, Aid for families, Supplemental security income, Medicaid, Food stamps and child nutrition. Housing assistance.
5. Social Insurance: Reasons for social insurance, Structure of social security. Effects on economic behavior, The trust fund, Social security reform, Unemployment insurance. Health care and the role of government.
6. Cost Benefit Analysis: Present value. Private sector project evaluation. Public sector discount rate. Valuing public benefits and costs. Some pitfalls. Distributional considerations. Uncertainty.
7. Taxation and Income Distribution: Tax incidence, Partial and general equilibrium models. Excess burden. Differential taxation of inputs.
8. Efficient and Equitable Taxation: Optimal commodity taxation. The Ramsey rule, equity considerations, optimal user fees, optimal income taxation, Edgeworth's model, Politics and the time inconsistency problem.
9. Deficit Finance: The size of the debt. The burden of the debt. Lerner's view, neoclassical model, Ricardian model. To tax or to borrow, Efficiency, moral and political considerations.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:
CLO1: assess the mechanism of functioning of modern public finance.
CLO2: identify the types of public needs and the mechanisms of their financing.
CLO3: distinguish the theoretical basis of public expenditures and to analyze their types and economic effect.
CLO4: integrate public revenues and expenditures through the budget and to analyze the instruments and objectives of budgetary policy.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Public Finance by Harvey S. Rosen and Ted Gayer
2. Public Finance by R.K. Lekhi and Joginder Singh
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course has been designed to give students an understanding of how international banks operate in global markets. It will focus both on theoretical and practical aspects. Moreover, this course will give emphasis on the recent financial crisis that has reshaped the banking industry.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: basic concept, Globalization of banking, Structuring overseas operations, Commercial banking vs. investment banking.
2. International Commercial Banking: The International commercial bank liabilities, Bank’s sources of funding, The Eurocurrency deposit market, The Inter-bank market, REPOs, Libor/Libid, Euribor, ECDs, International commercial bank’s assets, Forms of International lending, Risk management for international banks.
3. International Loans Syndication: The syndication process and main actors, Types of loan: term loan, revolving lines, LOC, etc., Loan secondary market.
4. International Banking and Development: Bank lending in developing countries, Microfinance, Bank lending and sustainability (the Equator Principles), The role of public institutions (the IMF, WB, IDB).
5. International Investment Banking: Cross-border M&As, Financial markets services of international investment Banks.
6. International Banks and Financial Markets: Foreign Bonds and Eurobonds, Bonds underwriting mechanism, international equity issues and foreign listing, Equity underwriting process, Main Characteristics of FX market, Role of international banks in this market.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:
CLO1: explain current issues in international banking.
CLO2: investigate how risk, capital and returns are related in an international bank.
CLO3: analyze the pressures and constraints under which international banks operate.
CLO4: act on critical issues in international banking.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. I Handbook of International Banking by Andrew W. Mullineux, Victor Murinde.
2. International banking by Rondo Cameron, V. I. Bovykin, Boris Anan'ich, A. A. Fursenko, Richard Sylla & Mira Wilkins.
3. Encyclopedic Dictionary of International Finance and Banking by Jae K. Shim & Michael Constas.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Financial Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Course Rationale:

This course will introduce you to the challenging task of managing a company’s working capital. Managing working capital involves establishing appropriate levels for the various working capital accounts, controlling the flow of cash among the accounts and monitoring the accounts to ensure adequate liquidity and sustainability of the firm.

Course Contents:

1. Principles of Working Capital Management: Current asset investment and the concept of operating cycle, Management of current assets and current liabilities, Principles of current asset investment and financing, Proper mix of short-term and long-term financing for current assets
2. Receivables Management and Factoring: Optimum credit polic, Credit policy variables, Credit procedure to control individual accounts, Methods of monitoring receivables, Nature and costs & benefits of factoring
3. Inventory Management: Need and nature of inventory, Techniques of inventory management, Analysis of investment in inventory, Inventory control system, Inventory management process
4. Cash Management: Facets of cash management, Motives for holding cash, Cash planning, Managing cash collections & disbursements, Investing surplus cash in marketable securities
5. Working capital Finance: Trade credit, Accrued expenses and deferred income, Bank finance for working capital, Regulation of bank finance, Commercial Paper.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: explain comparative working capital management policy
CLO2: investigate cash flow cycles & working capital cycles.
CLO3: formulate optimum inventory and receivables management plan.
CLO4: evaluate comparative working capital management policy.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Working Capital Management by Hrishikes Bhattacharya,
2. Fundamentals of Financial Management by Eugene F. Brigham and Joel F. Houston
3. Financial Management by I. M. Pandey,
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course gives participants a full understanding of the risks and technologies involved with electronic (or "e-") banking and mobile banking. Some of the subjects addressed include an introduction of technology and mobile financial services, common security risks and vulnerabilities, device authentication techniques, and web application testing. Practical demos and activities include online vulnerability testing and website authenticity evaluation.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to E-Banking: Definition of E-Banking, Evolution of E-Banking, Why E-Banking is important? Impact of E-Banking on traditional banking.
2. E-Banking Security: Risk in E-Banking, Common security problems in E-Banking, Legal issues in E-Banking,
3. Baking Regulatory Framework: Baking Regulatory Framework at a glance, Laws formed in Banking regulation Act,
4. Human Involvement and E-Banking: Information Systems as Social System, Scoping E-Banking Management: The Critical Assessment of System Boundaries.
5. E-Banking Project Management: Project Management Overview for E- Banking, Project Planning, Setting Success Criteria.
6. Strategy Development for E-Banking: Corporate Strategy as Plans for Patterns, Strategy Development Tools: Strategic Alignment, Technical Issues in E-Banking, Tools for Managing E-Banking.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

CLO1: learn the basic activities of e-banking and mobile banking terminology.
CLO2: describe the different mobile services available, such as mobile banking, mobile payments, and alternative transaction channels.
CLO3: recognize the risk connected to e-banking and mobile banking solutions
CLO4: assess the infrastructure and elements of e-banking and mobile banking.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. E-Banking Management: Issues, Solutions, and Strategies by Mahmood Shah, Steve Clarke.
2. Introduction to Electronic Banking by Asifulla. A
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The course has been designed to enable students to understand the theory and practice of Bank Fund and Risk Management.

Course Contents:

1. Asset-liability Management: Introduction - Asset management strategy Liability management strategy - Funds management strategy – Interest rates Risk: forces Determining Interest rates- The Components of Interest rates- Hedging Asset-liability Management Techniques- Financial Future contracts; Interest Option: Interest rates Swaps- Currency Swaps- Caps- floor and Collar.
2. The Investment Function in Banking: interments Available to Banks- Money market instruments -Recently Developed other investment instruments Securities Actually Held by Banks - Factors Affecting the Introduction- Investment banker's Choice Among instruments Securities - Expected Rate of Return and risks.
3. Liquidity and Reserve Management Strategies and Policies: Introduction - The demand for Liquidity Managers- Estimating a Bank's Liquidity Needs factors influencing Bank's Money Position Choosing among the Different Sources of Reserves.
4. Managing Bank Sources of Fund: Types of Deposits offered by Bank's Interest Rates offered on different types of Deposits- Composition of bank Deposits - Pricing Deposits – Related Services.
5. Management of Bank's Equity Capital Position: Many tasks Performed by bank Capitals - Bank Capital and risk - Types of bank capital - Measuring the Size of bank capital - How much Capital does a bank need? Planning to meet a bank's Capital Needs.
6. Banking Lending-Policies and Procedures: Introduction - Types of loans Made by bank factors deterring the Growth and mix of bank Loans Regulation of lending - Steps in the lending process Sources of information about loan Customers - Loan Review.
7. Lending to Business Firms: Introduction - Types of Business loans Short -Term loan to Business Firms - Long -Term loans to Business Firms- Analyzing Business loan Applications Financial Customers – Preparing sources and Use of Funds - Statement from Business Financial Statement The loan officers’ Responsibility to bank and Customer.
8. International Banking Service Option: Introduction- Types of Foreign Banking Organizations- Regulation of International Banking- Customer Services Supplied Bank's in international market- Future Problems for international banks- Developing Better Methods for assessing risk in international Lending.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to
CLO1: analyze varying tools applied to the financial statements used by bank management and the public to uncover inside problems and how to deal with those problems.
CLO2: explain options bankers have in regards to dealing with risk.
CLO3: examine how financial futures, options and swap contracts can be used to combat bank losses in a changing market.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Commercial Bank Management by Peter S. Rose
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Financial Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to develop the analytical skills for making corporate investment with regards to financial decisions and risk analysis.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Basic concepts, goals of the corporate firm, Agency problem, overviews of financial markets.
2. Dividend Policy: Basic concepts, Factors influencing the Dividend policy, Types of Dividend Policy, Cash Dividend and Stock Dividends, Gordon and Walter model, MM hypothesis.
3. Leverage: Basic concepts, Types of leverage, Distinction and impact of different leverages, Break Even Analysis.
4. Capital structure: Basic concepts, Factors influencing Capital Structure, Optimal capital structure, Different capital structural theories- Trade-Off Theory, Signaling Theory, pecking order theory, Modigliani and Miller theory with tax and without taxes.
5. Mergers, LBOs, Divestitures, and Business Failure: Merger Fundamentals, Different types of merger, LBOs and Divestitures, Analyzing and Negotiating Mergers, Business Failure Fundamentals, Reorganization and Liquidation in Bankruptcy.
6. Financial Distress ‑ Financial distress, Bankruptcy, liquidation and reorganization, private workout or bankruptcy, pre-packaged bankruptcy.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:
CLO1: recognize the concepts of corporate finance in corporate financial decision making.
CLO2: choose models to reveal the fundamental factors affecting corporate financial and investment decisions; to evaluate the efficiency of investment projects of different types.
CLO3: apply knowledge on stability and determinants of dividends and take effective dividend decision to enhance investors’ confidence.
CLO4: integrate ethical, environmental and sustainability responsibility as a financial manager.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Corporate Finance, McGraw Hill Inc, by Ross Westerfield and Jaffe.
2. Corporate Finance: theory & practice by Steve Lumby and Chris Jones.
3. Financial Management: Theory and Practice, The Dryden Press, by Brigham, Gapensky and Ehrhardt.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

31. MKT 7201-0414: Sales and Retail Management
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the world of retailing from a managerial viewpoint. Consequently, we will study the elements that comprise the retail mix, including types of retailers, multichannel retailing, consumer buying behavior, retail marketing strategies, selecting retail site locations, supply chain management, merchandising, pricing, store management, store layout & design and customer service.

Course Contents:

1. Success in a Retail Business: Profit Path, Turnover Path, Merchandise Replenishment and Budgeting, Buyer-roles and responsibilities, The concept of lifestyle merchandising, Retail Market Strategy, The concept of the private label, Pricing Strategies, Strategic Advantage through Customer Service, Retail Locations, Retail Site Location, Factors affecting the demand for a region
2. Forces Shaping The Retail Supply Chain Environment : Drivers of Retail Supply Chain Change, Socio-Economic Factors, Innovation, Globalization, Supply Chain Risk, Retail Supply Chain Metrics, Productivity Measures, Fill Rates, Case Study: GILI- The Making of a Super Brand, Retailing Management, Text and Cases, Swapna Pradhan
3. Retail Strategy and Supply Chains: Retail Supply Chain, Product life cycle, Management—Skills Required, Store management, Retail Supply chain Strategy, Retail pricing, Store layouts, Visual merchandising.
4. Retail Supply Chain Process Improvement : Retail Supply Chain Performance improvement process, Store Layout, Human resource Management, Product Tracking Along Retail Supply Chains, IT in Retail-EDI, ERP, RFID, Bar Codes, The Demand-Driven Supply Chain, Collaboration with Supply Chain Partners

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-

CLO1: explain the functions of retail business and various retail formats and retail channels
CLO2: contrast the difference between Retail and Manufacturing Supply Chain
CLO3: identify key drivers of retail supply chain and way to select a retail store location
CLO4: analyze retail market and financial strategy including product pricing.
CLO5: integrate the various supply chain partners and way to collaborate with them

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Retail Management by Levy, Michael, Weitz, Barton, Pandit, Ajay
2. Supply Chain Management for Retailing by Rajesh Ray
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will present various concepts and tools for analyzing international marketing strategies, and evaluating the marketplace (competitors, external environment: cultural, economic, technological, political/legal, marketing opportunities, etc.). Specifically, the focus will be on developing, evaluating, and implementing international marketing strategy at the corporate, regional, and local levels. By learning about both theory and practice, the student will obtain a good conceptual understanding of the field of international marketing as well as become firmly grounded in the realities of the global marketplace.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to International Marketing: Strategic Concept of Marketing, Market Needs and Wants, Guiding Principles of the Marketing Company.
2. The Cultural, Political, and Legal Environment: Culture Defined, The Elements of Culture, Differences in Culture, National Differences in Political Economy, Economic Environment, The World Economy, International Trade Theory, Legal Environment, Social and cultural Environment, Ethics in International Marketing.
3. Targeting Global Opportunities: Global Market Segmentation, Targeting and Global Product Positioning.
4. Global Marketing Strategy: Entry and Expansion Strategies- Marketing and Sourcing, Planning Process and Entry Strategies, Cooperative Strategies and Global Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis and Strategy, Strategic Positioning, and Intent.
5. Global Marketing Programs: Product Decisions, International Product Strategies, Moving toward World Product.
6. Branding: Branding and Packaging Decisions, Marketing Industrial Products, International Marketing of Services, Basic Pricing Concepts.
7. Advertising: Global Promotion, Channels of Distribution, Physical Distribution and Documentation.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-

CLO1: recognize basic international marketing concepts, theories, principles, and terminology.
CLO2: demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of the impact of environmental factors on international marketing activities.
CLO3: identify international customers through conducting marketing research and developing cross-border segmentation and positioning strategies.
CLO4: formulate global marketing strategy by applying the basic concepts of product, pricing, promotion, and channels of distribution in international settings.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Cateora, P. R., Money, R. B., Gilly, M. C., & Graham, J. L. (2020). International marketing (18th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education.
ISBN: 978-1-260-54787-0
2. Fletcher & Crawford (2011) International Marketing: An Asia-Pacific Perspective (5th ed), Prentice Hall, Sydney, Australia.
3. Czinkota, M. & Ronkainen, I. (2010). International Marketing (9th ed), Thompson Southwestern Publishing
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

Consumer Behavior enables a student to gain a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior and its’ relevance in gaining consumer insight. This course explores various aspects of consumer decision making process keeping the individual, social and cultural dimensions of consumer behavior as a backdrop. During the course students will frequently be asked to consider two perspectives when thinking about the concepts they cover. One is the perspective of a marketing manager, who needs to understand consumer behavior to develop, implement and evaluate effective marketing strategies. Second is the perspective of the customer and understand influences of marketing on your own behavior.

Course Contents:

1. Consumer behavior: Concept and Implications: Integration of consumer behavior in the marketing concept; Consumer Decision Making Process; Levels of consumer decision making; Types of Consumer Decision Making.
2. Key Determinants of Consumer Behavior and Marketing Strategy: Providing Customer Value and Retention; Market segmentation: Concept, Bases and Significance; How market segmentation operates; Criteria for effective targeting of market segments; Target Marketing strategies.
3. Consumer Motivation and Dynamics of Motivation: type and systems of needs; Personality and theories of personality (relevant to marketing); Consumer diversity; Self and self-image; Consumer Perception; Dynamics of perception and consumer imagery; Consumer Learning; Behavioral and cognitive learning theories; Consumer Attitude; Attitude formation and behavior; Communication and consumer behavior.
4. Family: Concept, Roles and influences: Reference groups and their influence; Social class and consumer behavior; Influence of culture on consumer behavior; Culture and core values; Influence of sub culture & cross culture on consumer behavior.
5. Consumer Influence and the Diffusion of Innovations: Opinion Leadership, WOM, e-WOM. New consumers; Managing Consumer Dynamics; Consumer decision making and beyond; Consumer Satisfaction and Dissatisfaction: Mechanism; Managing Post-purchase behavior.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-

CLO1: demonstrate how knowledge of consumer behavior can be applied to marketing.
CLO2: identify and explain factors which influence consumer behavior.
CLO3: relate internal dynamics such as personality, perception, learning motivation and attitude to the choices consumers make.
CLO4: apply relevant consumer behavior theories in understanding the impact of marketing strategies

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Consumer Behavior Building Marketing Strategy by Del I Hawkins
2. Consumer Behavior by Dinesh Kumar
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks:100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course considers the theories and concepts of products/services and brands and the implications of this for marketing managers. The course considers how companies introduce and manage product portfolios and individual brands to meet the needs of consumers and the strategic goals of the organization. It provides students with insights into the management of products/services throughout their life cycles, including new product development, and the use of branding strategies through a consideration of the relevant literature and real-life examples in a variety of sectors. Moreover, the course encompasses analytical tools and practices, which help students to gain a better understanding of the management of the product/service offering and the challenges facing marketers in the present business climate.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Brands and Brand Management: What is a brand? Why do brands matter? Branding challenges and opportunities, The brand equity concept, Strategic brand management process.
2. Identifying and Establishing Brand Positioning and Values: Customer-based brand equity and brand positioning, Sources of brand equity, Identifying and establishing brand positioning, Defining a brand mantra, Brand resonance and the brand value chain, Building a strong brand: The four steps of brand building, The brand value chain.
3. Planning and Implementing Brand Marketing Programs: Choosing brand elements to build brand equity, Criteria for choosing brand elements, Options and tactics for brand elements, Designing marketing programs to build brand equity, New prospective on marketing, Product strategy, Pricing strategy, Channel strategy, Integrating marketing communications to build brand equity, The new media environment, Four major marketing communication options, Brand amplifiers, Developing integrated marketing communication programs, Leveraging secondary brand associations to build brand equity, Conceptualizing the leveraging process, Country of origin and other geographic areas, Channels of distribution, Co-branding, Licensing, Celebrity endorsement.
5. Measuring and Interpreting Brand Performance: Developing a brand equity measurement and management system, Conducting brand audits, Establishing a brand equity management system, Maximizing internal branding.
6. Growing and Sustaining Brand Equity: Introducing and naming new products and brand extensions, Advantages and disadvantages of extensions, Understanding how consumers evaluate brand extensions, Evaluating brand extension opportunities, Managing brands over time, Reinforcing brands, Revitalizing brands, Adjustments to the brand portfolio, Managing brands over geographic boundaries and market segments, Regional market segments, Other demographic and cultural segments, Rationale for going international, Advantages of global marketing programs, Disadvantages of global marketing programs, Global brand strategy.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-
CLO1: understand the key principles of branding.
CLO2: explain branding concepts and ideas using different theoretical concepts.
CLO3: conduct the measurement of brand equity and brand performance.
CLO4: develop a brand, including positioning and communication.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Kevin Lane Keller. Strategic Brand Management: Building, Measuring, and Managing Brand Equity, 4th ed. Pearson Prentice Hall, 2012 Software.
2. Uncles, M. (ed). (2011) Perspectives on Brand Management. Tilde University Press, Melbourne. ISBN 9 780734 610652
3. Riezebos, R. (2003) Brand Management. Prentice Hall. Singapore, Melbourne
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.,
Additional references and supplemental readings as well as homework assignments and case studies are provided during lectures.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The course examines the development and implementation of marketing strategy by providing a framework from which to identify and evaluate strategic options and programs. Topics: forecasting and contextual possibilities, product category life cycles and strategic implications, product- market definition, relationships with channels of distribution, relationships with customers, competitive analysis, models for marketing strategists, portfolio models, strategic assessment of offerings, marketing strategy implementation systems. This course requires that students have a strong foundation of marketing knowledge gained from Introduction to Marketing (a knowledge of market segmentation).

Course Contents:

1. Marketing Strategy: Introduction, Market drivers, Impact of competition, Nature of competitive strategy, The classic approach to the formulation of strategy, Process for formulating a competitive strategy, Strategy identification and selection.
2. Portfolio Analysis: The product life cycle, Product life cycle stages, The product/service portfolio, Portfolio models.
3. Market Analysis: Dimensions of market analysis, Actual and potential market size, Market growth, Key success factors— bases of competition, Risks in high growth markets.
4. Analyzing Competition: Nature of competition and identification of an organization’s competitors, Understanding competitors’ strategies, Identifying competitors, Sources of information about competitors, Benchmarking.
5. Analyzing the Customer in the Marketplace: Models of consumer behavior, Psychological factors influencing the buying decision process, Social factors influencing the buying decision process, Role for market research.
6. Market Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning: The Nature and Purpose of Segmentation, Approaches to Segmenting Markets, Factors Affecting the Feasibility of Segmentation, Approaches to Segmentation, The Bases for Segmentation, Geographic and Demographic Techniques, Demographic Segmentation, Behavioral Segmentation, Psychographic and Lifestyle Segmentation, Approaches to Segmenting Industrial Markets, Market Targeting.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-
CLO1: explore issues in strategic marketing decision making and planning.
CLO2: integrate theories, frameworks and examples relating to the management of critical aspects of strategic marketing activity.
CLO3: explain well-defined problems reaching substantiated conclusions employing methods of analysis specific to marketing.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Strategic Marketing: David W. Cravens and Nigel Piercy, McGraw-Hill.
2. Walker, O, Gountas, J, Mavondo, F, Mullins, J, Marketing Strategy: A Decision-Focused Approach. McGraw-Hill, 2015
3. G. J. Hooley, N. F. Piercy, B. Nicolaud. (2012). Marketing strategy and competitive positioning (5th ed). New York: FT Prentice Hall
Oth.er Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The objective of the course is to help students understand the principles and practices of marketing communications, involving tools used by marketers to inform consumers and to provide a managerial framework for integrated marketing communications planning.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to IMC: Definition of marketing, marketing mix, nature of communication, current trends affecting communications, components of IMC, GIMC
2. Brand Management: Brand image and company image, types of brand and brand names, characteristics of effective logos, elements involved in branding, brand development, brand equity and parity, current trends of private brand, packaging and labeling, implications of IMC and branding in international market.
3. Buyer Behavior: Information searches and consumer purchasing process, consumer values, cognitive mapping, models of evaluating purchasing alternatives, buying center, B-to-B sales, B-to-B buying process, dual channel marketing, international practices in buying process
4. IMC planning process: Marketing research, market targeting and segmentation, market positioning to influence IMC planning, communication budgets, elements considered in developing IMC program
5. Advertising campaign management: Advertising theories and advertising management process, external advertising agency and in-house advertising, criteria for choosing advertising agency, advertising campaign parameters, creative brief, implications of advertising management in the global arena
6. Traditional Media Channels: Media strategy, media planning, advertising terminology, advertising objectives, media selection, media mix
7. Digital Marketing: Concept of digital marketing, web advertising and e-commerce programs, digital marketing strategies, mobile marketing, search engine optimizing strategy, digital marketing in international markets
8. Social Media: Social network, characteristics social media website, nature of social media marketing, strategies of social media in domestic and global market.
9. Alternative Marketing: Forms of alternative marketing, methods of product placement and branded entertainment, alternative media venues, in-store and point-of-purchase marketing, brand communities, alternative marketing programs adoption in global market
10. Sales Promotion: Consumer promotion vs. trade promotion, types of consumer promotion, planning for consumer promotion, trade promotion, types of trade promotion, concerns of traditional promotion, complications in international sales promotions
11. Public Relations and Sponsorship Programs: Definition of public relations (PR); relationship pf PR and marketing activities; functions of PR, positive image building through PR; preventing or reducing image damage; sponsorship; event marketing; implication of PR, sponsorship and event marketing in international market
12. Regulations and Ethical Concerns of IMC: Marketing communications regulations, deception vs puffery, industry oversight of marketing practices, IMC & ethics
13. Evaluating an Integrated Marketing Program: Marketing communications evaluation metrics, matching evaluation methods with IMC, marketing message evaluation, online evaluation metrics, behavioral evaluation, adjusting evaluation program with international operations

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: explain the key terms, definitions, and concepts used in integrated marketing communications.
CLO2: estimate how integrated marketing communications help to build brand identity and brand relationship and create brand equity through brand synergy.
CLO3: evaluate marketing research and apply these findings to develop competitive and positioning strategies and to select the target audience(s) for the IMC campaign plan.
CLO4: depict an integrated marketing communications campaign plan based on the application of marketing concepts, tools, principles, and practices within an organization.
CLO5: construct the communications effects and results of an IMC campaign to determine its success and that it meets the ethical and regulatory requirements.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Integrated Advertising, Promotion, & Marketing Communications 8th edition by Kenneth E. Clow, Donald Baack, Pearson 2018-2019
2. Guolla, M., Belch, G., & Belch, M. (2020). Advertising & promotion an integrated marketing communications perspective (7th ed.). McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited.
3. Advertising & Promotion: An IMC approach, Terence A. Shimp Pub., Cengage Learning.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The aim of the Digital Marketing Course is to provide students with the knowledge about business advantages of the digital marketing and its importance for marketing success; to develop a digital marketing plan; to make SWOT analysis; to define a target group; to get introduced to various digital channels, their advantages and ways of integration; how to integrate different digital media and create marketing content; how to optimize a Website and SEO optimization; how to create Google AdWords campaigns; social media planning; to get basic knowledge of Google Analytics for measuring effects of digital marketing and getting insight of future trends that will affect the future development of the digital marketing. The application of the gained knowledge, skills and competences will help future managers in forming digital marketing plan to manage a digital marketing performance efficiently.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Digital Marketing: Strategies in Digital Marketing, Aligning Internet with Business Objectives, The digital marketing Landscape.
2. Search Engine Optimization: On & off-page Optimization, Meta Tags, Layout, Content Updates, Inbound Links & Link Building, Keyword Selection.
3. Search Engine Marketing (PPC): How an SEM Auction Works, Display Advertising, Campaign Management, Conversion Tracking, Targeting & Analytics, Conversion Metrics: CPA, CTR.
4. Website Analytics: Intelligence Reporting, Conversions, Bounce Rate, Traffic Sources, Scheduling etc., Web analytics tools to track the specific goals, Examples of goals and conversions
5. Social Media Marketing: What is Social Media Marketing? Overview of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram etc., Building Brand Awareness Using Social-Media, The Social Media Marketing Strategy, Insights and Analytics.
6. Strategic & Action Planning- The Digital Marketing Plan: Situation Analysis, Planning, Budget, Measurement, Information Gathering & Research, Why setting goals and KPIs is so important to online businesses, How to construct a KPI using the SMART framework, How to analyze data gathered to help improve online marketing efforts

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: identify the importance of the digital marketing for marketing success, to manage customer relationships across all digital channels.
CLO2: demonstrate better customer relationships, to create a digital marketing plan, starting from the SWOT analysis and defining a target group.
CLO3: recognize digital channels, their advantages, and limitations, to perceiving ways of their integration taking into consideration the available budget.
CLO4: comprehend knowledge and experience of how to develop an integrated digital marketing strategy from formulation to implementation.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Ryan, D. (2014). Understanding Digital Marketing: Marketing Strategies for Engaging the Digital Generation, Kogan Page Limited.
2. The Beginner's Guide to Digital Marketing (2015). Digital Marketer. Pulizzi,J.(2014) Epic Content Marketing, Mcgraw Hill Education.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

Customer Relationship management is very important in this era of cutthroat competition. This course will help students to understand the organizational need, benefits and process of creating long-term value for individual customers. This course includes topics to disseminate knowledge regarding the concept of e-CRM and e-CRM technologies that enables the students to understand the technological and human issues relating to implementation of Customer Relationship Management in the organizations. The teaching methodology includes PowerPoint lectures, case studies, articles, group discussions, role-plays and presentations. This course will enable students to demonstrate their comprehension of marketing concepts and knowledge by applying those in their written exams, case studies discussions, presentations and projects. Course will enable them to apply the CRM concepts practically and illustrate those through a written report and presentation. The course methodology thus encourages students to explore for themselves the role of a marketing manager and the boundaries of marketing.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to CRM: Definition of CRM, CRM as a business strategy, elements of CRM, History of CRM, Schools of thoughts on CRM, Relationship Pyramid, Dynamics of Customer Supplier Relationships, Nature and context of CRM, Strategy and Organization of CRM: strategy, The relationship-oriented organization: Mission, Culture, Structure, People, Communication & Information Systems.
2. Marketing Aspects of CRM Customer Knowledge: Value of Customer knowledge, The utilization of data as an asset, From Data to Customer Knowledge, Privacy, Personal Data Protection, Information Policy, Communication & Multi-channels, The Individual Customer Proposition: Customization, Individualization of the product offering, Individualized pricing policy. Introduction to Relationship Policy: Relationship Policy Per Segment, Relationship policy by relationship phase, The Relationship Policy Translating the relationship policy into contact moments.
4. Analytical CRM Relationship data management: Customer Identification, Expanding the size of the customer database, Customer profiling. Data analyses & Data mining, Segmentation & Selections, Retention, cross-selling. Evaluating the effect of marketing activities on the customer value, Lifetime value, Alternatives for lifetime value, Balanced scorecard, Reporting Results.
5. Operational CRM: Call center management, Internet and website, Direct mail, Effective direct mail message. CRM Subsystems: Contact Management, Campaign Management, Sales Force Automation Choosing CRM Tools / Software Package: Shortlisting prospective CRM vendors, setting evaluation criteria for the appropriate CRM package, selecting CRM implementation. CRM systems and Implementation, Implementation of CRM systems Applications in various industries: Applications in manufacturing, banking hospitality and telecom Sectors, 6. Ethical issues in CRM

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-
CLO1: outline the basic concepts of customer relationship management.
CLO2: comprehend marketing aspects of customer relationship management
CLO3: interpret basics of analytical customer relationship management
CLO4: recognize basics of operational customer relationship management.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Customer Relationship Management by Peelan, E
2. Customer Relationship Management: The Handbook of Key Customer Relationship Management by Ken, B. (2000).
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

39. HRM 7201 - 0413: Human Resource Information Systems
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides an overview of the integration of human resource management functions and information technologies. The learner should know the reasons of the HRIS transformation and its widely used applications in the field of human resource management practices. This course is structured to enhance the learners’ analytical skills to improve HR functions, fundamental insights of HRIS practices in various industrial establishments to update the professional knowledge.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS): Definition of HRIS, the purpose and nature of an HRIS, differences between eHRM and HRIS, types of HRIS, the evolution of the technology of HRIS, process of the information from an HRIS can assist organizational decision making.
2. Database Management Systems (DBMS) in HRIS : Define Data, difference among data, knowledge, and information, DBMS types and terminologies, DBMS process.
3. HRIS systems: Define the users of HRIS, HRIS architectures, HRIS need analysis, HRIS system life cycle.
4. HRIS transformation: Define change in organization, organization change model in HR, how IS can intervene in the HR transformation process, change implementation.
5. Talent Management in HRIS: HRIS Software usage in HR Planning, recruitment, selection, training needs assessment and performance management.
6. Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence: Define the concept of Blockchain, activities and process of Blockchain, define artificial intelligence, AI wonders in the business world, how Blockchain and AI align HR functions in organizational effectiveness.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon completion of the course the student will be able to
CLO1: describe the concepts and principles of HRIS systems.
CLO2: identify the knowledge of the strategic value of HRIS and how it contributes to organizational success.
CLO3: develop competency on the leading HRIS software available in the field.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Human Resource Information Systems by Michael J. Kavanagh and Richard D. Johnson.
2. Practical Guides to Human Resource Information Systems by Satish M. Badgi.
3. Human Resource Information Systems by Nicholas A. Valcik, Meghna Sabharwal, and Teodoro J. Benavides
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course introduces the process of employees’ training and development through training needs assessment, types, delivery, and evaluation to make the organization sustainable and competitive in the present challenging business world. The learner should know the learning activities through training, development, and knowledge management helps employees strengthen or increase their skills in order to improve or make new products, generate new and innovative ideas, and provide high quality customer service.

Course Contents:

1. The strategic context of Training and Development: Definition of different types of training and development with distinctions, resources of training, forces influencing training and development, alignment of training and development with organizational strategy, contributions of training and development in human resource management, diversity and sustainability consideration in training.
2. Learning and Training theories: learning theories, transfer learning theories, learning process.
3. Training Design: Define training needs assessment (TNA), training needs assessment parties, training needs assessment process, scope of training needs assessment, training needs assessment and competency model.
4. Training program design: Formulating training curriculum, site, and roadmap, choosing trainers and consultants, role of trainers, knowledge management process of training program.
5. Training and development methods: traditional training methods, technology-based training methods, employee development approaches, employee development planning systems, training transfer process.
6. Training evaluation: Reasons of evaluating training, evaluation process overview, training evaluation design, evaluation practices, ethical aspects of training evaluation, determining return on investment of training, measuring human capital and training activity, cost and benefits of training and development.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon completion of the course the student will be able to
CLO1: illustrate the context of training and development in strategic perspectives.
CLO2: comply various training theories applied in the work organization.
CLO3: develop the training design with detailed programs based on employee needs.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Employee Training and Development by Raymond A. Noe
2. Investing in People by W.F. Cascio, J.W. Boudreau and A.A. Fink.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This competency-based, course will provide students with the understanding, knowledge and skills to make HRM decisions more strategically. The course emphasizes practical activities, ranging from assessment of the global economic environment and organizational culture to the analysis of competencies and the implementation of human resource decisions. After successfully completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the contribution that strategic human resource management can make to promoting and achieving the organization’s strategic intent, the complex relationships between business strategy and human resource management and different ways in which HRM can be strategically pursued within organizations and its links with organizational performance.

Course Contents:

1. The Context of Strategic Human Resource Management: An Investment Perspective of Human Resource Management, Social Responsibility and Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, The Evolving/Strategic Role of Human Resource Management, Strategic Workforce Planning, Design and Redesign of Work Systems, Employment Law.
2. Implementation of Strategic Human Resource Management: Staffing, Training and Development, Performance Management and Feedback, Compensation, Labor Relations, Employee Separation and Retention Management, Global Human Resource Management.
3. An investment perspective of human resource management: Adopting an Investment Perspective, Valuation of Assets, Understanding and Measuring Human Capital, HR Metrics 10 Factors Influencing How “Investment Oriented” an Organization Is.
4. Social responsibility and human resource management: Workforce Demographic Changes and Diversity, Ethical Behavior, Corporate Social Responsibility/Sustainability.
5. Strategic management: Models of Strategy, The Process of Strategic Management, Corporate Strategies, Business Unit Strategies.
6. The evolving/strategic role of human resource management: Strategic HR Versus Traditional HR, Barriers to Strategic HR, Outsourcing and Revamping HR. strategic workforce planning, Objectives of Strategic Workforce Planning, Types of Planning, Mentoring.
7. Design and redesign of work systems: Design of Work Systems, Strategic Redesign of Work Systems, Mergers and Acquisitions, Impact of Technology, HR Issues and Challenges Related to Technology, Understanding Change, Managing Change.
8. Employment law: Employment-at-Will, Scope of Laws, Federal Antidiscrimination Laws, Sexual Harassment, Trends in Employment Litigation.
9. Staffing: Recruiting, International Assignments, Documentation of Employment Eligibility, New Trends in Staffing.
10. Training and development: Benefits of Training and Development, Planning and Strategizing Training, Organizational Development, Integrating Training with Performance Management Systems and Compensation.
11. Performance management and feedback: Use of the System, Who Evaluates, What to Evaluate, How to Evaluate, Measures of Evaluation, Other Considerations.
12. Compensation: Equity, Legal Issues in Compensation, Executive Compensation.
13. Labor relations: Why Employees Unionize, The National Labor Relations Act, Collective Bargaining, Failure to Reach Agreement, Unions Today.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to-
CLO1: apply critical thinking skills in analyzing theoretical and applied perspectives of strategic HRM.
CLO2: integrate how HR strategies can be informed by a knowledge of labor markets and product markets locally, nationally and internationally.
CLO3: investigate the professional values of SHRM in HRM professional roles.
CLO4: analyze problems and develop managerial solutions to employment relations problems at both national and workplace level.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Strategic Human Resource Management, Jeffrey A. Mello (Fourth Edition).
2. Strategic Human Resource Management, Michael Armstrong (Third Edition).
3. Strategic Human Resource Management, Second Edition by Charles R. Greer (PEARSON CUSTOM PUBLISHING).
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides the learning insights on the analysis of several components of the performance management process through an examination of approaches to performance measurement, to implementing a performance management system and considering different activities and techniques to improve employee performance. This course identifies the knowledge and skills needed for effective management of individual and team performance and examines the design of performance management systems that aim to transform organizational objectives into performance outcomes. Throughout the course, learning will take place through a combination of semi-formal lectures, in-class exercises and case study analyses.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of performance management: definitions of performance management, performance management aims and characteristics, Developments in performance management, Concerns of performance management, Understanding performance management, Guiding principles of performance management, Performance appraisal and performance management, Views on performance management, Performance management and the psychological contract.
2. Performance management process: The performance management cycle, The performance management sequence, how performance management works, Performance management activities, Performance management in action, performance management administration, performance management roles (Top managers, Line managers, The role of employees, The role of HR).
3. Reviewing performance: The performance review meeting, Performance review difficulties, Performance review issues, Organizational issues, On whom should performance reviews focus?, On what should the performance review meeting focus? Criteria, The impact of management style, Performance review skills, Outcome issues, Dealing with positive and negative elements, Using reviews as a communications channel, Balancing past performance against future potential, When should reviews be held? Performance review problems , Evaluating performance reviews.
4. Assessing performance: Approach to assessment, Factors affecting assessments, Methods of assessment, Overall analysis of performance, Narrative assessment, Rating, Forced distribution, forced ranking, Quota systems, Visual methods of assessment, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), how to set KPI, benefits and pitfalls of KPI.
5. Improving performance: improving performance at the organizational level , The problems at managerial level, Dealing with the problem – overall strategy, Dealing with the problem – human resource improvement, Top management levers for improving performance, Performance management at the organizational level, Improving team performance, Improving individual performance, Managing underperformers.
6. Performance management and learning: helping people to learn through performance management, Learning opportunities, Formal learning, Less formal learning, Personal development planning, Coaching, Performance management and non-financial rewards, Performance management and pay, assessing sustainability in human resources through performance management.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: recognize the purpose and benefits of performance management in organizational perspectives.
CLO2: identify the fundamental components of the performance management process.
CLO3: assess review performance of the human resources using different parameters.
CLO4: illustrate performance improvement process in continuous learning perspectives.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Performance Management by Michael Armstrong
2. Performance Management by Gary Cokins
3. People and Performance by Peter Drucker
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course orients the learner about ethical considerations in human resource management practices in organization aiming to ensure the sustainable development in terms of social, economical and environmental perspectives. This course also provides insight about the necessity of business organizations’ social contributions in different sectors in order to pursue pro-social objectives, in addition to maximizing profits.

Course Contents:

1. Concept of human resource ethics: Definition of ethics in human resource management; application of normative theories in human resource management; ethics and justice in the business world; ethics, trust, accountability and integrity in HRM.
2. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Define CSR, models of CSR, principles of CSR, areas of CSR models of CSR, CSR practices covered in different Bangladeshi organizations, CSR and Sustainable Development, aligning stakeholder management with sustainable development goals.
3. Stakeholder Management: Define stakeholder management, relationship of CSR with stakeholder management, theories of stakeholder management.
4. Ethical economy and equality in sustainability: concept of ethical economy and equality and its application in HR perspectives; equality assurance to achieve sustainability, nonprofit social responsibility and sustainability.
5. Ethical decision making: How HR faces challenges in ethical decision making in the environmental catastrophe, ethical interdependence in HRM for addressing CSR and sustainability.
6. Responsibility management: Concept of responsibility management, Role of HR in assuring responsible management to address SDGs.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: appraise the context of human resource ethics in business perspective.
CLO2: investigate the various CSR aspects and applications in Bangladesh.
CLO3: develop the management philosophy of stakeholders in the light of CSR and sustainability.
CLO4: evaluate the applications of ethical economy and equality.
CLO5: develop a project on addressing a specific sustainability problem and present possible solutions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility By S.S. Khanka
2. Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, and Ethical Public Relations: Strengthening Synergies with Human Resources By Donnalyn Pompper
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course emphasizes the theories and practices of managing change and the Organizational development Process. This course examines the forces that have been driving organizations to change and development, exploring the dimensions of change and the approaches of the developmental process. It will equip students with the skills to contribute positively to organizationally based initiatives through effective diagnosis, planning, management and implementation of organizational change and development interventions. Drivers including economic crisis, structural adjustment, competition, and technical innovation require organizations in developing and transitional economies to change and develop on an ongoing basis. The course also provides students with adequate answers to key questions. Among these questions: why organizational change is difficult? Why people tend to resist this change? And how organizations institutionalize change and make it more effective.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Organization-Management-Organization and Management Development Defined - Short History of Organization Development- Future of Organization Development.
2. Nature of Planned Change in Organization: Theories of Planned Change-General Model of Planned Change- Different Types of Planned Change-Critique of Planned Change.
3. OD Practitioners: Who is the OD practitioner? -Competencies of an Effective OD Practitioner-The Professional OD Practitioner-Professional Values-Professional Ethics.
4. The Process of Organization & Management Development: Entering and Contracting- Diagnosing- Collecting- Analyzing- and Feeding Back Diagnostic Information- Designing Interventions- Managing Change- Evaluating and Institutionalizing Organization Development Interventions- Cases.
5. Human Process Interventions: Interpersonal and Group Process Approaches- Organization Process Approaches- Career Planning and Development Interventions.
6. Techno Structural Interventions: Downsizing-Structural Designs- Employee Involvement- Work Design- Employee involvement- Types of employee involvement intervention.
7. Human Resource Management Interventions: Performance Management- Talent Management- Workforce Diversity and Wellness- Coaching and Mentoring- Employee Stress and Wellness Interventions- Management and Leadership Development Interventions.
8. Strategic Change Interventions: Transformational Change-self Designing Organization-Learning Organization- Continuous Change- Integrated strategic Change- organization Change-Culture Change-Trans organizational change-strategic alliance Intervention-Network Intervention.
9. Evaluating and Institutionalizing Organization Development Interventions: Evaluating Organization Development Interventions-Institutionalizing Organizational Changes.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to-
CLO1: recognize the key concepts, theories, short history and future of organization and management development.
CLO2: analyze the theories of planned change to solve identified problems and to boost managerial performance.
CLO3: evaluate the roles of OD practitioners to get concrete idea of internal and external consultants.
CLO4: express the key steps of organization and management development to implement and stabilize the change in the organization.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Organization Development and Change by Thomas G. Cummings and Christopher G. Worely.
2. Stability and Change as Simultaneous Experiences in Organizational Life. Academy of Management Review- By Leana, C.R. & Barry, B. (2000). Latest edition.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

Compensation is one of the most powerful tools organizations have to influence their employees. Managed well, it can play a major role in organizations successfully executing their strategies through their employees. This course aims to clarify the principles and basic concepts of compensation management in organizations, including the role of human resources management in dealing with employees, and methods used to provide compensation.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Compensation: Concept of Compensation, Elements of Compensation, Factors Influencing Compensation, Concept of Compensation Management, Objectives of Compensation Management, Importance of Compensation System, Characteristics of Compensation Programs, Forms of pay, A pay model.
2. Job Analysis: Objectives of Job Analysis, Concept of Job Description, Concept of Job Specification, Concept of Job Evaluation, Concept of Job Design, Difference between Job Enlargement and Job Enrichment, Difference between Job Description and Job Specification.
3. Types and Components of Compensation: Types of Compensation, Components of Compensation, Incentives, Allowances and Taxability.
4. The totality of Decisions: Similarity and differences in strategy, Strategic Choice, Support Business, Strategy, Support HR Strategy, Development of total compensation strategy.
5. Wage and Salary Structure: Concept of Wage and Salary Structure, Types of Salary Structure, Traditional Vs. Broadband Salary Structure, Wage Determination Process, Essentials of a Sound Wage and Salary Structure.
6. Wage Determination: Pay Commission, Wage Board, Adjudication, Market Rate Analysis, Role of Collective Bargaining in Wage Determination, Sound Wage Policy.
7. Systems of Wage Payment: Time Rate System, Piece Rate System, Merit Pay /Skill Based Pay, Incentive Systems of Payment, Non - Financial and Financial Incentives.
8. Employee Benefits: Concept of Employee Benefits, Characteristic Features of Employee Benefits, Common Employee Benefits, Objectives of Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits in Bangladesh, Fringe Benefits, Perquisites, Difference between Perquisites and Fringe Benefits.
9. Reward Management: Concept of Reward Management, Purposes of Reward Management, Types of Reward, Reward Strategy, Key Reward Management Trends Age Legislation, Minimum Wages Act, Payment of Wages Act, The Payment of Bonus Act.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

After completing this course, students would be able to
CLO1: interpret the design, funding, administration, and communication of compensation programs.
CLO2: categorize general employee compensation management function.
CLO3: investigate how compensation fits within a total rewards strategy.
CLO4: develop a compensation program of a hypothetical organization identify problem areas and make recommendations for improvement to the program.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Compensation; Author: George T. Milkovich (Cornell University), Jerry M. Newman (State University of New York– Buffalo), Barry Gerhart (University of Wisconsin–Madison); 11th Edition.
2. Compensation Management in a Knowledge based World; Author: Richard I. Henderson; 10th Edition.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Course Rationale:

This course aims to develop a critical understanding of the role and functions of the various human resource activities within multinational corporations (MNC) internationally. It provides an overview of the impact of globalization and varieties of capitalism in shaping international human resource management practices in MNCs. In doing so, the course addresses the literature in International Human Resource Management and the strategic management of human resources in MNCs. The field of International HRM is a relatively new area of academic/professional interest and the course will draw on case studies and selected readings. Case studies will be used to expose students to the various human resource management issues in the management of people in MNCs in an international context.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to IHRM: Definition of IHRM, challenges facing IHRM, difference between domestic & international HRM, and detailed model that summarizes the variables that moderates these differences.
2. The Cultural Context of IHRM: Definitions of culture, cultural concepts, results of intercultural management studies like Hofstede and others, discussion of the development of culture.
3. The Organizational Context of IHRM: Organizational factors determining and influencing HR activities, issues of standardization and localization of IHRM practices, structural responses to international growth and roles of HR, control & coordination mechanisms, including cultural control, effect of responses on HRM approaches and activities
4. IHRM in cross-border mergers & acquisitions, international alliances and SMEs: Equity and non-equity based alliances in the global market and the role of HR in this complex process, special case of globalizing small and medium-sized enterprises while looking for attendant HRM responses.
5. Sourcing Human Resources for Global Markets-Staffing, Recruitment & Selection: Issues relating to the various approaches to staffing foreign operations, reasons for using international assignments, various types of international assignments, role of expatriate and non-expatriate in supporting international business activities, reasons of expatriate failure & success, selection criteria and procedure for international assignments, gender in international HRM-dual careers and the female expatriate.
6. International Performance Management: Multinational performance management at the global and local level, performance management at part of a MNE’s control system, factors associated with expatriate performance, performance management of expatriate and non-expatriates, issues related to the performance appraisal of international employees.
7. International Training Development: The role of training in supporting expatriate adjustment and on-assignment performance, components of effective pre-departure training programs, the effectiveness of pre-departure training, the development aspect of international assignments, training and developing international teams, trends in international training & Development, Post-International Assignment Stage And Its Impact On The Careers Of Employees.
8. International Compensation: Complexities relating to moving from domestic to international compensation, components of international compensation program, approaches to international compensation, examine special problem areas of compensation and what are the recent global issues.
9. International Industrial Relations & The Global Institutional Context: Key issues in international industrial relations and the policies and practices of MNEs, potential constraints of trade union on MNEs, recent trends and issues in the global workforce context.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: describe the role of the HR Manager in an International context.
CLO2: assess the issues, opportunities and challenges pertaining to international HRM.
CLO3: integrate the competency in dealing with cross cultural situations and explain the importance of cultural sensitivity in an international assignment.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. International Human Resource Management by Peter J. Dowling, Marion, Festing, Allen D. Engle,
2. The global challenge: international human resource management by Evans, P
3. International human resource management by Harzing, A.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

47. ACT 7201 0411 : Accounting Information Systems
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to provide students the details of Accounting Information Systems especially on basic concepts, conceptual foundation, fundamentals of MIS, AIS in operation control and strategic decision making which will enable the students to apply the core theme of this course to various sectors of their life.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Definition of Accounting Information System (AIS), AIS as Evolving Concepts, Subsystem of AIS.
2. Conceptual Foundation: Concept of Information, System Concept, Human as Information Processor, Decision Making Process.
3. Fundamentals of MIS: Definition of MIS, Transaction Processing System, Office Automation System, Decision Support System, Executive Support System.
4. AIS in Operation Control: Operation and control of Purchases, Operational and Control of Sales, Operation and Control of Cash Transaction, Payroll Accounting, Inventory Control Budgeting and Budgetary Control, Computer Assisted Operating Control Systems.
5. AIS in Management Control: AIS Characteristics and Criteria for Management Control, AIS Data Support for Management Control, AIS-MIS use Mix in management control, Management Control Decision using AlS.
6. Strategic Decision: AIS in Corporate Planning, Decision support System, Artificial Intelligence and Export System.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: apply common internal controls to accounting information systems
CLO2: justify AIS auditing, computer crime, and security techniques
CLO3: exemplify sound data management and effectively use well-designed databases and database management systems
CLO4: appraise the sound accounting information systems and use them in decision making and management support

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Management Information Systems, Conceptual Foundation Structure and Development by G.B.Dvaig
2. Management Information System: Contemporary Approach by K.C.Laudon & J. Laudon
3. Accounting Information System by E.L. Summers
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course

The course expands further on conceptual understanding of the role of management accounting. Topics include relevant costing, capital budgeting, transfer pricing, balanced scorecard, inventory management, variance and profitability analysis, performance measurement and compensation, and the application of management accounting concepts and techniques to support business decision making.

Course Contents

Introduction to CVP analysis: Understand Contribution ratio and variable expense ratio, calculate breakeven point (in units and dollars), explain and calculate margin of safety.
Standard Costing: understand to establish budgets, controlling cost, motivating and measuring efficiencies, promoting possible cost reduction.

Decision making under conditions of risk and uncertainty: Distinction between Risk and Uncertainty, Assessment of Risk and Uncertainty, Understand Risk Assessment Frame Work for Decision Making Process.

Cost Allocation: Identify shared facilities or support services, Identify the costs to be allocated, Determine the allocation factors/methodology to distribute the costs equitably, Allocate the costs, Update and monitor the data and methodology to ensure the allocation remains fair and equitable over time.

Strategic capital budgeting and long-term investment decisions: An understanding of the importance of capital budgeting in marketing decision making, An explanation of the different types of investment project, An introduction to the economic evaluation of investment proposals, The importance of the concept and calculation of net present value and internal rate of return in decision making, The advantages and disadvantages of the payback method as a technique for initial screening of two or more competing projects

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: evaluate many of the seminal contributions in management accounting research.
CLO2: assess evaluate contemporary research in the discipline.
CLO3: identify the role played by management accounting in the modern organization
CLO4: apply the concept of relevant costing in managerial decision

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Managerial Accounting: Tools for Business Decision Making, Donald Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, and Paul D. Kimmel
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is basically included in the program so that the students are skilled at determining exact tax liability using the existing tax laws of Bangladesh because if the students are not skilled at taxation they will not be able to ascertain their exact tax liability and will not take decisions independently regarding personal and organizational perspective.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Taxation: Definition, Characteristics and Objectives of Tax, Canons of Taxation, Classification of Tax, Kinds of Taxes in 1 Bangladesh, Role of Tax in the Economic development of a Country.
2. Income Tax: Definition, Characteristics and Classifications of Income, Definition and Characteristics of Income Tax, Arguments for and against Income Tax, Adverse Impact of Income Tax, Tax Holiday Scheme, Distinction among Non-Assessable, Taxable and Tax Free Income.
3. Income Tax Assessee: Definition, Classification, Residential Status- Meaning and Implications, Definition of Income Year and Assessment Year, Its Importance, Procedure and Determining Tax Rate.
4. Income Tax Authorities in Bangladesh: Types of Income Tax Authorities, Appointment of Income Tax Authorities, Power and Functions of Administrative and Judicial Authorities.
5. Computation of Income: From Salary, Securities, House Property, Agriculture, Business and Profession, Capital Gain and Other Sources.
6. Income Tax Assessment: Assessment Procedure, Provisions of Tax Return, Types of Assessment, Rules for Payment and Collection of Taxes, Tax Deducted at Sources, Advance Payment of Tax.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: recognize the laws and practices of taxation of Bangladesh.
CLO2: determine tax for personal assessee.
CLO3: evaluate the tax for corporation.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Income Tax by Prof. Dr. Monjur Morshed Mahmud Income Tax Ordinance-1984,
2. Bangladesh Income Tax -Theory and Practice by Nikhil Chandra Shil , Mohammad Zakaria Masud , Mohammad Faridul Alam
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is basically included in the program so that the students are skilled at analyzing the contents of financial statements to trace the loopholes of the information communicated through these because if they are not skilled at financial statement analysis they will be faced by window dressing and false representation.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Sources of Financial Information, Financial Statements, Users of Financial Statements, Need for Financial Analysis, Objectives of Financial Statement Analysis, Limitations of Financial Statement Analysis.
2. Basic Analysis Procedures: Types of Analysis, Ratio Analysis: Nature, Limitations and Techniques, Fundamental and Technical Ratios, Percentage Analysis, Horizontal Analysis, Vertical Analysis, Trend Analysis, Common Size Statements.
3. Analytical Mix: Profitability Analysis, Liquidity Analysis, Efficiency Analysis, Solvency Analysis, Productivity, and Dupond Chart.
4. FACT: Financial Accounting Consulting Techniques, Prediction of Business Sickness, Various Models.
5. Analysis and Interpretation for Investors: Share Market and Share Prices, Steps in Investment Decisions, Sources of Information for Investment Decisions, Measures of Risk and Return.
6. Case Studies in Financial Management

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: describe financial statement information
CLO2: apply the basic analysis procedure of financial statements
CLO3: integrate analytical mix for proper analysis of financial statements

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Financial Statement Analysis: A New approach by B. Lev
2. Financial Statement Analysis by G. Foster
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The course is designed to provide in-depth study of auditing principles, concepts, and practices as it applies mainly to business and investors. Further, it will provide the student with a working knowledge of auditing procedures and techniques, standards, ethics and legal environment, statistical audit tools as well as audit reports

Course Contents:

1. Reasons for auditing: The concept of accountability, Economic demand for auditing, Auditing as a monitoring device, The historical development of auditing practices.
2. Principles and postulates of auditing: Conditions for auditing to be possible, The concept of independence.
3. The duties of auditors: The changing responsibilities of auditors for fraud detection and financial statement attestation, The extent of auditors’ duties to primary clients and third parties, The ‘expectations gap’ between what users of financial statements believe the audit provides and what the audit is capable of offering, Auditor liability and the case for and against limiting liability, Different levels of assurance that may be expressed in different assurance engagements.
4. Audit planning: Initial assessment of the client, The engagement letter, Risk-based approaches, Identification of key areas of audits and assurance services, Analytical procedures.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: demonstrate knowledge of different functions of business and appreciation of integrated functional business areas; and make use of adaptive and innovative skills in solving business problems
CLO2: illustrate practical working experience attained through participation in team work and contribution to community and societal causes; and the ability to collect and analyze data to provide business solutions.
CLO3: develop the ability to undertake research on significant auditing issues and to keep up-to-date with developments in auditing theory and practice
CLO4: master of knowledge, skills and values relevant to a career in the selected disciplines; and effective, efficient and ethical leadership.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Gray, I. and S. Manson. The Audit Process. Thomson.
2. Porter, B., J. Simon and D. Hatherly Principles of external auditing. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Vides etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course identifies the conceptual elements of accounting theory and successfully applies those elements to practice. Starting with a historical perspective on accounting standards, this course provides an important overview of accounting and financial issues providing students with a strong conceptual framework.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Accounting Theory and Standards: Definition of Theory; Importance for Accounting Students to Study Accounting Theory; 2. An Overview of Theories of Accounting: Pragmatic Theories, Normative Theories, Positive Theories; The Fundamental Problem of Financial Accounting Theory; Regulations as a Reaction to the Fundamental Problem; The Theories of Regulation Relevant to Accounting: Theory of Efficient Markets, Agency Theory, Theories of Regulation: Public Interest Theory, Regulatory Captures Theory, Private Interest Theory; How Theories of Regulation Apply to Accounting Practice; Regulatory Framework for Financial Reporting.
3. Conceptual Framework for the Preparation and Presentation of Financial Statements: Conceptual Framework of Accounting and its Importance; Brief Overview of the History of the Development of Conceptual Frameworks; Building Blocks of IASB‘s Conceptual Framework; Conceptual Framework to Legitimize Standard-Setting Bodies; Normative vs. Positive Approaches; Development of Conceptual Framework.
4. Theory and Concepts of Measurements in Accounting: Concepts of Measurement; Importance of Measurement; Reliability and Accuracy in Measurement; Issue of Measurements in Accounting; Rationale Behind Double-Entry Accounting; Measurement of Accounting and Economic Income; Accounting Policy and Changes; Earnings Smoothing, Earning Management, Big Bath Accounting vs. Creative Accounting; Fraud in Accounting
5. Capital Maintenance: Concepts and Earnings Measurement; Historical Cost Accounting (HCA) vs. Fair Value Accounting (FVA); Information conveyed by HCA and FVA; Meaning of Price-To-Book Ratio and Price-Earnings Multiple under HCA and FVA; and Fair Valuation and Market Capitalization.
6. Approaches to Fair Value Measurement: (Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (SFAS) 157) and IAS 39; The Present System of Accounting Recognition and Measurement (A Mixed System Involving both HCA and FVA); Measurement of Assets, Liabilities and Owner ‘s Equity; Revenues and Gains: Definition, Recognition, and Measurement; Expenses and Losses: Definition, Recognition and Measurement; Fair Valuation of Non-Current Assets and Intangibles; Problems and Prospects.
7. Accounting and Capital Markets: Effects of Earnings Announcements on the Level and Variability of Stock Prices; Association between Accounting Performance Measures and Stock Returns.
8. A Brief Review of Models of Equity Valuation: Relationship between Fundamental Value and Earnings and/or Free Cash Flows; Financial Statement Analysis and Prediction of Earnings and Growth in Earnings and hence the Fundamental Value of Equities;
9. Positive Accounting Theory; Agency Problem between a Firm‘s Shareholders (Principal) and its Management (Agent); Managerial Incentives and Accounting Numbers; Role of Accounting in Contracts and in the Political Process; Capital Market Effects of Accounting Method Changes and Stock Market Reactions to New Accounting Standards.
10. Financial Disclosure Concepts and Disclosure Regulation in Bangladesh: Financial Disclosure: Costs and Benefits of Disclosure; Arguments for and against Regulation of Financial Disclosure; Mandatory vs. Voluntary Disclosure; Information Needs of Diverse Users; Theories of Financial Disclosures; Financial Reporting Regulations in Bangladesh; A Critical Review of Disclosure Requirements as per the Companies Act, 1994, the Banking Companies Act, 1991; the Securities and Exchange Rules, 1987, Listing Rules of the Stock Exchanges, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) as adopted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh and other Acts and Pronouncements that require Financial Disclosure.
11. Accounting Standards: Perspectives for Setting Accounting Standards; Standards Setting Process; Institutional Structure for Setting Accounting Standards; Role of the IASB to Harmonize Accounting and Reporting Practices across Countries.
12. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS): Issued by IASB; First-Time Adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS-1).

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: apply knowledge of accounting techniques, concepts, principles and theories to solve financial reporting problems.
CLO2: express to communicate contemporary accounting issues
CLO3: demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Bangladeshi and international conceptual frameworks and accounting standards
CLO4: integrate the code of ethics for professional accountants to make sound decisions

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Accounting Theory by Ahmed Riahi Belkaoui.
2. Financial Accounting Theory by C. Deegan.
3. Accounting Theory by J. Godfrey, A. Hodgson, A. Tarca, J. Hamilton and S. Holmes.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will introduce the students to professional guidance that enables accountants to uphold the obligation to act in the public interest while meeting their professional responsibilities to employers and clients. This course will also lay down the foundational knowledge of the moral dimensions of business that are helpful for recognizing and interpreting the ethical issues embedded in situations one will encounter in their career.

Course Contents:

1. Professional Ethics: Nature of the Environment; Self-Regulation by the Public Accounting Profession; The Organizations Involved; Definition of Ethics; Role of Ethical Codes and its Importance for Profession; Difference between Rules Based and Principles Based Ethical Code; The Code of Professional Conduct; IFAC Code of Ethics
2. Ethics & Acceptance of Appointment: Conceptual framework including the threats to the fundamental principles; Safeguards to offset the threats; Auditor’s responsibility with regard to auditor independence, conflict of interest & confidentiality; Preconditions of and other requirements in relation to the acceptance of new audit agreements; The process by which an auditor obtains and audit engagement; Engagement letters and their contents
3. Other Rules of Ethics & Professional Conduct: Quality Controls within Audit Firms; Monitoring and Enforcement; Continuing Professional Education; Issues of Guidance on Professional Matters; Advertising and Publicity; Remuneration; Insider Dealing; Other Matters

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: explain the concepts, framework, and constraints inherent to ethical issues and decision making.
CLO2: identify the moral components and relevant facts in various business situations.
CLO3: demonstrate the ability to apply the critical reasoning process to arrive at specific solutions or actions to various business dilemmas.
CLO4: act on ethical issues in the field of accounting.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. A. Arens and J. K. Loebbecke. Auditing: An Integrated Approach (Prentice Hall).
2. ACCA, Paper F8, Audit & Assurance (Kaplan Publishing)
3. ICAB, Audit & Assurance Study Manual, Professional Stage Application Level
4. ICAB Handbook of Bangladesh Standards on Auditing, Assurance, and Ethics Pronouncements
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course covers advanced financial reporting issues and accounting methods for company accounting. It introduces different types of inter-entity relationships and related accounting issues and accounting treatments. Students will learn how to prepare, read, analyse and evaluate the consolidated financial statements based on the guidelines provided under the relevant Accounting Standards.

Course Contents:

1. Business Combinations: Identify when a transaction is a business combination, Apply the acquisition method of accounting for a business acquisition, recognize how to subsequently account for both goodwill and negative goodwill, Explain how the amount of consideration transferred is determined, including contingent consideration
2. Accounting for investment in subsidiaries and associates: Understand investment in Associates (IAS 28), understand key considerations in consolidated statements of financial position.
3. Related party transactions and operating segments: The objectives of of IAS 24, understand the related party and their transactions, recognize the relationship between parents and subsidiaries
4. Regulations and ethics of financial reporting: Understand ethics and the importance of ethics in business, code of ethics, importance of ethics for professional accountants.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to-
CLO1: identify different types of inter-entity relationships based on relevant Accounting Standards.
CLO2: solve accounting issues that arise from inter-entity relationships.
CLO3: explain the consolidation process and prepare consolidated financial statements based on relevant accounting standards
CLO4: demonstrate the ability to perform complex accounting techniques and methods as required by the relevant accounting standards
CLO5: analyze consolidated financial statements including accounting policies and other information disclosures

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Advanced Financial Accounting (7th Edition) by Richard Lewis & David Pendrill
2. Advanced Financial Accounting: An IAS & IFRS Approach by Lee Tan
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

55. SCM 7201-0413: Operations Management in Supply Chain
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

Through the completion of this course, students will receive a solid foundation in the technical knowledge required in the field of supply chain management. Additionally, students will get the abilities necessary for today's business professionals and also develop a thorough knowledge of supply chain management's critical significance in today's corporate world.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management: Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Important Trends, Agility, Cross-Functional and Inter-organizational Linkages, Employability Skills, Collaboration.
2. Operations and Supply Chain Strategies: Elements of the Business, Strategy, Customer Value, Four Performance Dimensions, Trade-Offs among Performance Dimensions, Order Winners and Order Qualifiers, Stages of Alignment with the Business Strategy, Core Competencies in Operations and Supply Chains.
3. Process Choice and Layout Decisions in Manufacturing and Services: Manufacturing Processes, Production Lines and Continuous Flow, Manufacturing, Job Shops, Batch Manufacturing, Fixed-Position Layout, Hybrid Manufacturing Processes, Linking Manufacturing Processes across the Supply Chain, Selecting Manufacturing Process, The Product-Process Matrix, Product Customization within the Supply Chain, Four Levels of Customization, The Customization Point, Assigning Department Locations in Functional Layouts.
4. Managing Inventory throughout the Supply Chain: The Role of Inventory, Inventory Types, Inventory Drivers, Independent versus Dependent Demand Inventory, Periodic Review Systems, Restocking Levels, Continuous Review Systems, The Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Reorder Points and Safety Stock, Single-Period Inventory Systems, The Bullwhip Effect, Inventory Positioning.
5. Forecasting: Forecast Types, Demand Forecasts, Supply Forecasts, Price Forecasts, Selecting a Forecasting Method, Qualitative Forecasting Methods, Time Series Forecasting Models, Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment.
6. Business Processes: Business Processes, Improving Business Processes, Mapping Business Processes, Process Maps, Swim Lane Process Maps, Managing and Improving Business Processes, Measuring Business Process Performance, Productivity, Efficiency, Cycle Time, Benchmarking, The Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Tools Business Process Challenges, Coordinating Process Management Efforts across the Supply Chain.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: interpret the core ideas of supply chain management and analyze and manage a successful supply chain operation.
CLO2: examine different supply chain strategies.
CLO3: integrate the management of a supply chain with corporate goals and strategies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Introduction To Operations and Supply Chain Management by Cecil C. Bozarth, Robert B. Handfield
2. Supply Chain Management by Sunil Chopra, Peter Meindl
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides students with a wide understanding of the subject knowledge and abilities in the field of warehouse and inventory management by exposing them to the latest methodologies, technology, research, and learning. Graduates will be able to work in a variety of settings regarding logistics and supply chain management, analyze business's cost efficiency, inventory, and minimize operational costs. Also, students will be able to learn about the facets and difficulties of logistics in a long-term supply chain operation.

Course Contents:

1. Overview of Logistics and Inventory Management: Definition, Importance of Logistics, Evolution of Logistics Over Time, Reasons for Storage Inventory, Storage Policies, Warehouse Location, Warehouse Design, Inventory Management, Types of Inventories, Inventory Control.
2. Physical Flows: Transportation System, Transport Modes and Their Characteristics, Physical Nature of the Product, Channels of Distribution, Distribution Channels and Their Types, Physical Distribution Channel, Warehousing Functions.
3. Logistics Philosophies: Lean Logistics, Just-in-Time Philosophy, Lean Principles, Cross Docking, Agile Logistics, Agile versus Lean, Quick Response, Vendor-Managed Inventory.
4. Logistics Future Trends: Globalization, Information Technology, New Technologies, Future Trends for Inventory Management, Global Transportation Issues, Future Trends for Warehousing.
5. Packaging and Material Handling: History, Definition, MH Principles, MH Equipment, Designing MH Systems, Functions of Packaging, Packaging Operations, Packaging Equipment, Protection Packaging, Packaging for Distribution Efficiency.
6. Customer Service: Customer Service as an Organizational Activity, Customer Service as a Process, Customer Service from the Customer’s Perspective, Customer Service and Organization Excellence, Staff Job Satisfaction, Transaction Elements, Post transaction Elements, Developing Customer-Service Policy.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: recognize the fundamentals of logistics, including ideas and exercises of current business practice.
CLO2: explain how to use industrial expertise to decrease logistics expenses to a minimum.
CLO3: comprehend how materials management skills may be beneficial to logistics and supply chain operations.
CLO4: develop an understanding about analyzing and standardizing materials in storage, handling, packing, shipping, and distribution.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Logistics and Operation Management by Reza Zanjirani Farahani, Shabnam Rezapour.
2. Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management by John Mangan, Chandra Lalwani, Agustina Calatayud
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Website Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Contact Hour: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to enrich students with knowledge that helps people or businesses reduce or get rid of flaws in their goods and services. Also, it enables the methods that aid in raising the standard of organization’s work. By fostering strategical thinking abilities, the course will empower the students to apply a variety of analytical methods in the area of business.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Six Sigma: Six Sigma history and application, Lean concepts, Sigma concepts, Considering the core of Six Sigma, principles of Lean thinking.
2. Projects and process: Definition, Quality assessment, Selection of right products, Basic Six sigma team management, DMAIC, DMADV.
Understanding Your Customers’ Needs Taking an outside-in view, Segmentation of the customers, Prioritizing customers, Research and requirement, Focus group analysis, Avoiding bias.
3. Identification of value-added steps and waste: Definition, Analysis, Assessing opportunity, Seven waste, Production control, Waiting management, Transportation management, Inventory control, Customer perspective.
4. Six Sigma in customer facing fields: Six sigma in field service, Six sigma in marketing and sales, Six sigma in customer service, Six sigma in retail industry, Six sigma in E-commerce.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO 1: recognize the fundamental lean principles of business.
CLO2: indicate the practices of Lean Six Sigma program in business organizations.
CLO3: analyze of general and fractional factorial experiments in lean management.
CLO4: develop leadership abilities required to oversee a challenging process improvement project that yields overall lean development.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Turner by James Turner
2. Lean Six Sigma Logistics by Dr. Thomas Goldsby and Robert Martichenko
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course explains the dynamics of inventory management’s principles, concepts, and techniques as they relate to the entire supply chain, including customer demand, distribution, and product transformation processes. The inter-relationships of all functions are examined. Emphasis is placed on the ramifications of inventory management. The methods and techniques for reducing the cost of holding goods while providing an efficient and effective service to their customers are covered.

Course Contents:

1. Basic in risk management: Identification and measurement of interest rate risk, VaR based approaches to risk measurement, Scenario simulation analysis involving stress tests and worst case scenarios, Stochastic interest rate modeling, Pricing and valuation of interest rate derivatives.
2. Risk Management Process: Roles and Responsibilities, Application of interest rate derivatives in interest rate and currency risk management, Interest rate derivatives and Asset/Liability Management (ALM).
3. Risk Management Structure: Structures Involved in the Process in Risk Management.
4. Effective Risk Management Process: Development and Applications.
5. Business Risks Management technique: Identify, Assess Formulate and Treat Tracking Risks and when to Report and Escalate.
6. Risk Strategy: ERM Framework, ERM Road Map, Emerging Trends in ERM, Risk Management Framework, Risk Appetite Statement (RAS), Risk Governance: Risk in The Boardroom, Risk Assurance Functions, The Three Lines Of Defense Model.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: contrast between risk and uncertainty in business cases.
CLO2: investigate the principal types of financial risk – market risk and capital adequacy, credit risk, liquidity risk, operational, legal and compliance risks, reputational risk.
CLO3: assess the notion that risk management should become part of an organization’s culture.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Regina E. Lundgren and Andrea H. McMakin, Risk Communication: A Handbook for Communicating Environmental, Safety, and Heath Risks, 5th Ed.
2. Supply Chains in Action: A Case Study Collection inSupply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Operations Management 1st Ed. by Richard Wilding , Pearson
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 4
Semester/Term: 1

Rationale of the Course:

One of the important drivers of Supply Chain Management is Inventory. To be specialized in the field of SCM depth knowledge of inventory and production is essential. To contribute into building a sustainable supply chain platform with effective Inventory management, this course is introduced as one of the specialized courses in Supply Chain Management discipline.

Course Contents:

1. The role of Operations Management Operations Scheduling: Introduction to the subject Role of operations in services and manufacturing Role of operations managers Purpose of operations scheduling Factors considered while scheduling, Scheduling activity under PPC
2. Operations Scheduling, Demand management theories and techniques: Scheduling Strategies, Scheduling Guidelines, Approaches to Scheduling, Scheduling Methodology Characteristics forecasting Basic approach to demand forecasting, Collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment
3. Process Design and Facility Layout Capacity Requirement Planning: Types of production
processes, Types of line layouts & Assembly line balancing Designing functional layouts Capacity management and planning Types of capacity planning Factors affecting facility and capacity planning
4. Aggregate Production Planning: Requirement of aggregate plan Steps in developing an aggregate plan Advantages of aggregate plan Aggregate planning strategies Planning options Selecting the method in aggregate planning
5. Production Control Strategies, Production Scheduling and Technique: Kanban based Just-In-Time Production, Production Planning & Control: A macro view Sequencing Mixed-model assembly lines Scheduling objectives Job scheduling –Forward/Back scheduling Input / Output control and Critical ratio rule
6. Lean Manufacturing Agile Manufacturing Concepts: Basic elements of lean manufacturing
Lean manufacturing basics Value stream mapping Agile manufacturing strategies and technologies Key to Agility and Flexibility Four Core Concepts and Nuts and Bolts
7. Just-In-Time Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Characteristics of JIT, Key processes to eliminate waste, Implementation of JIT, JIT Inventory and Supply Chains, MRP objectives, Function served by MRP, MRP system and outputs and MRP logic
8. Material Requirements Planning and Production Activity Control: Lot sizing consideration, Manufacturing resource planning, Capacity requirements planning, Framework for production activity control, Review production activity control techniques, Apply production activity control techniques.
9. Managing the inventory and Independent demand inventory systems: Objectives of inventory management and control, General principles of inventory management, Processes used for inventory management, Practical methods for reducing stock, Inventory information systems, Independent demand models, Environments and their effects on inventory management, Order cycles and lead times.
10. Inventory management tools and techniques and Mathematical exercise: Forecasting and determining inventory levels, EOQ and ABC analysis, Determining other costs, Lot size and safety stock, Economic order quantity (EOQ) models, Basic inventory model, Production model.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: enumerate the various aspects of production planning and inventory management like product and service design, production scheduling, inventory control, and warehouse planning.
CLO2: explain how to implement capacity requirement planning works.
CLO3: compile the characteristics of JIT.
CLO4: explain the objectives of inventory management and control general principles of inventory management.
CLO5: express research inventory management issues with the help of problem solving skills.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Inventory Management and Production Planning and Scheduling Edward A. Silver, ‎David F. Pyke, ‎Rein Peterson
2. Production planning and inventory control Dennis W. McLeavey, ‎Seetharama L. Narasimhan
3. Fundamentals of Production Planning and Control Chapman
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

The course provides learning insights of the distribution of goods and services throughout a trans-national companies' global network to maximize profit and minimize waste and being impacted by several factors who impose policies that regulate certain aspects of supply chains. Governmental and non-governmental organizations play a key role in the field as they create and enforce laws or regulations which companies must abide by. These regulatory policies often regulate social issues that pertain to the implementation and operation of a global supply chain (e.g. labour, environmental, etc.). These regulatory policies force companies to obey the regulations set in place which often impact a company's profit.

Course Contents:

1. Logistics, the supply chain and competitive strategy: The supply chain becomes the value chain, The mission of logistics management, The supply chain and competitive performance, The changing competitive environment.
2. Delivering customer value: The marketing and logistics interface, Delivering customer value, The impact of out-of-stock, Customer service and customer retention, Market-driven supply chains, Defining customer service objectives, Setting customer service priorities, Setting service standards.
3. Measuring logistics costs and performance: Logistics and the bottom line, Logistics and shareholder value, Logistics cost analysis, The concept of total cost analysis, Understanding the cost-to-serve, Customer profitability analysis, Direct product profitability, Cost drivers and activity-based costing.
4. Strategic lead-time management: Time-based competition, The concept of lead-time, Logistics pipeline management, Reducing logistics lead-time, ‘Quick response’ logistics, Production strategies for QR, Logistics systems dynamics.
5. The era of network competition: The new organizational paradigm, Collaboration and trust in the supply chain, Reducing costs through collaborative working, ‘Co-opetition’ – co-operating with competitors, Managing the supply chain as a network, Supply chain orchestration, From 3PL to 4PL™.
6. Managing the global pipeline: The trend towards globalization in the supply chain, Gaining visibility in the global pipeline, Financing global supply chains, Organizing for global logistics, Thinking global, acting local, The future of global sourcing.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: explain the core concepts and analytical tools of global logistics management in evaluating a company's competitive environment.
CLO2: describe the process of delivering customer value in the international markets in terms of logistics costs and performance.
CLO3: illustrate the process of enhancing the capacity of global logistics operations in lead time management.
CLO4: integrate the global logistics network and global pipeline affects logistics performance.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Global Supply Chain Management: Leveraging Processes, Measurements, and Tools for Strategic Corporate Advantage by G. Tomas M. Hult, David Closs, David Frayer.
2. Global Logistics: New Directions in Supply Chain Management by Edward Sweeney, Donald Waters
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides an understanding of fundamental concepts of supply chain management
principles and is designed for a wide range of professionals already in the supply chain profession as well as learners seeking to enter the field. All functional areas of supply chain management are explored in an integrated view of demand planning, procurement, warehousing operations, inventory management, manufacturing and service operations,
transportation and customer service operations. Topics also cover supply chain strategy and metrics, network design, collaboration and performance measurement. Gain a solid foundation in the basics of supply chain management principles and their roles within organizations and learn how the supply chain supports your organization's strategic and financial goals.

Course Contents:

1. Basic Supply Chain Management Principles and Demand Planning: Understanding market, Demand Management, Categorize the different types of demand patterns.
2. Supply Management and Procurement Overview: Understand the concept of strategic sourcing, Recognize the steps in the procurement process, Understand the various types of buyer-supplier relationships.
3. Warehousing Operations Overview: Communicate the characteristics of a warehouse
and a DC Understand the importance of the total cost of ownership when making purchases.
4. Inventory Management Overview: Understand inventory turns, Articulate some of the key
operations of a warehouse, Identify several key performance indicators for successful inventory management.
5. Service Operations Overview: Understand the significance of M&SO in the supply chain process, Understand how different areas of product transportation affect the overall success of companies.
6. Transportation Operations Overview and Customer Service Operations Overview: Identify the challenges in establishing efficient and effective transportation processes within industries, Demonstrate metrics used to measure transportation service quality and efficiency, Recognize the four elements of supply chain customer service.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: assess the strategic role and impact of supply chain integration.
CLO2: identify supply chains influence competitiveness, profitability and sustainability.
CLO3: act on the role procurement, warehousing, inventory management, manufacturing, transportation and customer service play in the integrated supply chain.
CLO4: exemplify critical thinking skills in SCM, in structuring and analyzing practical problems.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Sustainable Supply Chain Management (2015) Edited by Evelin Krmac
2. Peter Bell and Gregory Zaric. Analytics for Managers with Excel. Routledge, 2012
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to help students develop skills and integrate knowledge on strategic supply chain networks is a critical determinant of success in today’s competitive environment. This course introduces the key concepts and techniques that will allow the learners to analyze, manage, and improve supply chain processes for different industries and markets. At completion of this course, the students will have the skills to assess supply chain performance and make recommendations to increase supply chain competitiveness.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Strategic Supply Chain Management (SCM): Definition of Supply Chain Management, Information Systems and Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management Across the Supply Chain, Supply Chain Relationship, Types of Relationship, Improving Supply Chain Relationship, Challenges Faced by Supply Chain Managers.
2. Evolution of Supply Chain Management: Supply Chain Evolution, Early Days, The 1990s and Supply Chain Management, The Emergence of a Supply Network, Theories of Supply Chain Management, Just-In-Time (JIT), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), E-Procurement Shifting the Supply Chain Focus.
3. Supply Chain Important Components: Components of Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, The Product Life Cycle, Demand Uncertainty and Inventory, Logistics, Role of Logistics, Activities of Logistics.
4. Developing Strategic Alliances in Supply Chain: Strategic Alliance, Benefits of The Strategic Alliances, Conceptual Model for Alliance Development, Strategic Planning of Supply Chain, The Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR) Model.
5. Developing Trust in a Supply Chain Relationship: Components of Trust and the Importance of Trust in a Supply Chain, Developing a Trusting Relationship Between Partners in a Supply Chain, Resolving Conflicts in a Supply Chain Relation.
6. Managing Flow of Materials Across the Supply Chain: Reengineering Supply Chain Logistics, What to Reengineer?, Importance of Time, Performance Measurement, Measuring Supply Chain Performance, The Bullwhip Effect in Supply Chain.
7. Supply Chain to Supply Network: Moving from a Supply Chain to a Supply Network, Evolution of Collaborative Group, Room for Improvement on the IT Front, Enterprise Resource Planning, Evolving Web Business Model, Combating E-Commerce Fraud.
The E-Dimension of Supply Chain Management: E-Transport, E-Logistics, E-Sourcing, E- Procurement, Evolving the Supply Chain into a Supply Network.
8. The Global Dimension of Supply Chain Management: Cultural and Language Barriers, Social and Cultural Barriers, Import and Export Compliance, Standards and Testing Practices, Advanced Technology, Information Management.
9. Future Challenges in SCM: Sharing Risk in Inter-Organizational Relationship, The Greening of The Supply Chain, Designs for Supply Chain Management, Intelligent Information Systems.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
CLO1: recognize supply chain management strategies with generic strategies and implementation.
CLO2: assess strategic management techniques and concepts to coordinate and implement these plans that could help a firm achieve its goals and objectives.
CLO3: evaluate the levers of the logistics strategy to redefine the points necessary to make this harmonization.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Supply Chain Management by Dr Nitty Hirawaty Kamarulzaman \
2. Strategic Supply Chain Management: The Five Core Disciplines for Top Performance by Shoshanah Cohen and Joseph Roussel
3. Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and Operations by Sunil Chopra and Peter Meindl.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

63. IBI 7201 -0412: Islamic Banking
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides the basic concepts of Islamic banking and it’s operational procedures. Starting from the evolution of Islamic banking, this course covers a range of important topics like banking deposit products, functions of different deposits and operations, money market, profit calculations, trade financing, digital banking etc to make the students skilled on Islamic banking operations.

Contents:

1. Concepts of Islamic Banking: Evolution of Islamic banking, structure of islamic banking, function of deposit in Islamic Banking business, profit calculations in Islamic Banking.
2. Consumer Financing Products: core deposit products and operations, other consumer financing products,
3. Islamic Money Market: Define Islamic money market, Anti-Money Launderings and Counter Financing of Terrorism (Aml/Cft)
4. Major Islamic Banking facilities: Pricing Concept of Financing Facility, Fixed Assets and Contract Financing Products, Working Capital Financing, Trade Financing Facility, Sustainable banking (focus on Global Alliance for Banking on Values and Value-based intermediation from Bank Negara Malaysia), Digital Islamic Banking
5. Corporate and Shari’ah Governance for Islamic Banks: difference between traditional and Shariah governance, Financial Stability and Resilience of Islamic Banking.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the concepts and structural framework of Islamic Banking.
CLO2: Explain different types of deposit products, their functions and operations, consumer financing products, trade financing and other relevant services.
CLO3: Choose and apply the appropriate type of pricing for financing products and facilities.
CLO4: Prepare a sustainable banking model integrated with digital banking services.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Modern Islamic Banking by Natalie Schoon
2. Fundamentals of Islamic Finance and Banking by Syeda Fahmida Habib
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course bears the objective to fulfill conceptual and application gap in the field of Islamic Insurance. It covers a broad range of topics including takaful and its concepts, business models, takaful products, valuation, financial and capital management, re-takaful arrangements etc. This course will enable the learners to apply their skills in the field of insurance as per Islamic Shariah.

Contents:

1. Concept of Islamic Insurance: define takaful, relationship between risk, insurance and Takaful, Shariah and Regulatory Framework, Risk Management of Takaful Operation, Value-based Takaful Intermediation (based on Bank Negara Malaysia).
2. Takaful Business Models: Takaful products, underwriting and claims management, distribution and servicing actuarial Concepts and Actuarial Control Cycle
3. Product Design and Pricing: types of products, Valuation of Liabilities, Surplus Distribution, Financial and Capital Management
4. Re-takaful Arrangements: Concepts of re-takaful, actors of re-takaful.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –
CLO1: Identify takaful business model and use of takaful products in financial services.
CLO2: Prepare and explain takaful products and design pricing.
CLO3: Apply risk mitigation techniques in takaful operations.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Takaful Islamic Insurance: Concepts and Regulatory Issues by Simon Archer, Rifaat Ahmed Abdel Karim, Volker Nienhaus
2. Introduction To Takaful: Theory and Practice by Adnan Malik, Karim Ullah
3. Takaful: Realities & Challenges by INCEIF
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course provides fundamental concepts on Islamic capital market, different types of market and market infrastructure, shariah and regulatory framework. So, this course will make the students skilled and eligible for different operations in the field of capital market and related concerns.

Contents:

1. Islamic Capital Market Infrastructure: concept of Islamic capital market, Bond and Sukuk Markets, Islamic Interbank Money Markets, Forex Markets,
2. Frameworks of Islamic Capital Market: Shariah Framework, Regulatory Framework, Capital Mobilization, Stocks and Equity Markets, Shariah Stocks Screening, Islamic Venture Capital and Private Equity, Islamic Unit Trust/Mutual Fund, Islamic Reits, Islamic Derivatives.
3. Structure and Operation of Sukuk: define Sukuk, difference between Sukuk and conventional bond, Rating and Issuance Process of Sukuk Rating.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –
CLO1: define Islamic capital market, its infrastructure and framework.
CLO2: explain money market, commodity market, forex market, bond and sukuk markets.
CLO3: apply Sukuk and its derivatives as financial offerings.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Islamic Capital Markets: A Comparative Approach by Obiyathulla Ismath Bacha
2. Sukuk securities: new ways of debt contracting by Ariff, Mohamed, Mohamad, Shamsher, Safari, Meysam
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides an in-depth overview of Islamic banking products and services. The course is designed with the objective to impart skills among the students on structuring Islamic banking transactions, operations, credit analysis and lend management, product or service evaluation and pricing, trade financing.

Contents:

1. Concepts of Islamic Banking products: Overview of Islamic banking Products, understanding the requirements of retail customers, understanding business customer’s requirements and funding.
2. Trade Financing for Business: Risk analysis, providing solutions and pricing a package, the financing process,
3. Financing/Credit Evaluation (Qualitative and Quantitative): Project-based financing, , collateral and documentation, financing rescue plans.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the portfolio of Islamic banking products and services.
CLO2: Recognize customer requirements and funding mechanisms.
CLO3: Develop project-based financial plans and policies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Structuring Islamic Finance Transactions by Abdulkader Thomas, Stella Cox and Bryan Kraty
2. Islamic Financial System: Principles and Operations by Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki
3. Credit Analysis and Lending Management by Milith Sathye, James Bartle and James W. Kolari
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 4th
Semester/Term: 1st

Rationale of the course:

This course provides in-depth concepts of liquidity and capital management in Islamic banks. It explains the liquidity market and instruments in banks, capital management of Islamic banks.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Definition of liquidity, liquidity in banks, why liquidity is important for banks, liquidity management, prudential requirements on bank’s liquidity- cash reserve requirement (CRR), Statutory Liquidity Reserve (SLR).
2. Liquidity in Islamic banks: Importance of liquidity in Islamic banks, Tradeoff between liquidity and profitability, liquidity gap, Asset Liability Management (ALM), Asset Liability Mismatch and consequences.
3. Liquidity market and Instruments: Liquidity market and participants, why liquidity market is important for efficient bank management, Liquidity Instruments- Mudarabah Interbank Placement, Musharakah Certificate, Wakalah Interbank Investment, Wadiah Acceptance, Islamic Negotiable Certificates, Tawarruq, Sukuk, Islamic Repo, Interbank Islamic Fund Market, Bangladesh Government Islamic Investment Bond (BGIIB), Sukuk, Islamic Commercial Papers, Profit Rate SWAP, Interbank financing, Syndication financing, Securitization, Case studies.
4. Islami bank’s capital management Capital structure of Islamic banks, Base capital, Regulatory capital, ideal capital structure for banks, why capital is highly regulated in banks, prudential regulations on bank’s capital.
5. Bank’s capital and BASEL Regime Risk Based Capital Adequacy, Risk Weighted Assets, Basel I-II-III, Objectives of Basel-III, Capital Adequacy Structure, Common Equity, Conservation buffer, Liquidity Coverage Ratio, Net stable funding ratio, Leverage ratio, Countercyclical capital buffer, Basel-III Requirements-Tier 1: going-concern basis, Tier 2: gone concern, Additional Tier I instruments, Tier II instruments, IFSB-15 for AT-1 and T-2 Capital, Capital Requirements- Basel-3 Vs IFSB-15, Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP), ICAAP components-Senior management oversight, Sound capital assessment and planning, Comprehensive assessment of risks, Stress testing, Monitoring and reporting, Internal control review, Case Studies.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the concept of capital management in Banks.
CLO2: Identify the liquidity market, instruments, associated tools and techniques.
CLO3: Prepare capital management strategies and policies for Islamic banks and insurances.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Bank and Insurance Capital Management, By Frans de Weert
2. Managing Bank Capital: Capital Allocation and Performance Measurement, by Chris Matten
3. Working Capital Management: Applications and Case Studies, By James Sagner
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will be helpful to realize trade governance, local and international trade policies and practices, import services and financing, export services and financing, Shariah requirements which is very essential for the practitioners of Islamic banking and insurance industry.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction International Trade, International Modes of Trade Payment, Letter of Credit, Types of LC, parities in LC operations, Open Account, Cash in Advance, Documentary collection, Factoring.
2. Trade Governance Framework (International) International commercial terms, Uniform Customs and Practices for Documentary Credit, Uniform Rules for Reimbursement, Uniform Rules for Collection, Uniform Rules for Demand Guarantee
3. Trade Governance Framework (Local) Import Policy Order, Export Policy, Guidelines for Foreign Exchange Transactions, Statutory Revenue Order.
4. Shariah Requirements in LC Operation AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 14 on Letter of Credit
5. Import Services and Financing LC issuance, advising, confirmation, nomination, Shipping Guarantee, LC against LCAF, Import Financing, Modes of import Financing- Murabahah Import Bills, Murabahah Post Import, Import under Musharakah
6. Export Services and Financing LC advising, transferring, negotiation, collection of export bills, export against contract, export against advance payment, Pre shipment finance-BB LC, Bai Salam, Istisna, Post shipment finance- Musharakah Documentary Bill, Bai as Sarf.
7. Shariah Requirements for Trade Settlement AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 1 on Trading in Currencies, Currency Hedging

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the local and international trade governance.
CLO2: Identify the export and import services and financing with associated Shariah guidelines.
CLO3: Develop trade settlements policies and procedures.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. The Fundamentals of Trade Finance: The Ins and Outs of Import-export Financing, Jane Kingman-Brundage, Susan A. Schulz; Wiley
2. International Trade Finance: A Pragmatic Approach, By Tarsem Bhogal, Arun Trivedi
3. Developing Islamic Finance Opportunities for Trade Financing: Essays on Islamic Trade Vis-à-vis the OIC Ten-year Programme of Action, Ahmet Suayb Gundogdu, Durham University
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to impart risk management ability among the graduates. Assessing risk factors and actions towards risk management is a very important part of organizational survival. This course primarily covers the risk management framework with associated risks in Islamic financial institutions

Course Contents:

1. Financial Framework: Risk Management Framework,
2. Risk Analysis: Shariah and Risk behaviour, Business Risk in Islamic Banking, Credit Risk in Islamic Banking, Market Risk in Islamic Banking, Liquidity Risk in Islamic Banking, Operation Risk (Shariah non-Compliance Risk)
3. Financial Performance Analysis: Analysis of Islamic Banking performance in relation to Risk, Cost Capital: Capital Requirement of Islamic Banks,

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the risk factors of the organization.
CLO2: Recognize the framework of risk management
CLO3: Analyze risks associated with financial enterprises and design solutions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Risk Management for Islamic Financial Institutions (Book by INCEIF)
2. Financial Risk Management for Islamic Banking and Finance by Akkizidis, S. Khandelwal
3. Risk Management in Islamic Financial Institutions by Khadijah Iskander
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to build financial models to forecast business. The course primarily focuses on models used for valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital and portfolio models.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction to Excel: Basic Financial Calculations in Excel, Relevant Advanced Excel Functions
2. Financial Statement Analysis: The Basic Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis Tools
3. Asset Allocation Strategy: The Time Value of Money, Common Stock Valuation Sukuk & Bond Valuation
4. Budgeting: . The Cost of Capital ,Capital Budgeting
5. Portfolio Analysis: Portfolio Statistics and Diversification

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the basic and advanced level applications of excel in financial modelling.
CLO2: Apply Excel to build financial models.
CLO3: Develop portfolio optimization models for the companies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Financial Analysis with Microsoft Excel, 7th edition, Timothy R. Mayes and Todd M. Shank, South-Western Cengage Learning, 2012, ISBN: 978-1-285- 43227-4
2. Financial Modeling, fourth edition, By Simon Benninga
3. Financial Modeling in Excel For Dummies, By Danielle Stein Fairhurst.
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

A clear concept on the role and functions of central bank is at the centre of Islamic banking operations. This course provides an overview on the role of central bank, monetary policy, public finance, Islamic instruments and Shariah compliant central bank pratices around the world

Course Contents:

1. Introduction Concept and evolution of central banking, objectives and functions of a central bank, Islamic financial system.
2. Monetary Policy Framework Conventional and Islamic approaches towards money, the fractional reserve system, the role of money in an Islamic economy and how Islamic central banking system can materialize its broad objectives. The role of central bank in a mixed banking system.
3. Islamic Monetary Policy and Instruments. Money demand, money supply, money circulation, monetary targets, attaining targeted growth in M. Legal reserve, shariah compliant monetary instruments.
4. Public Finance Management of public debt and foreign exchange in an Islamic central banking framework. Scope of foreign investment/finance from multilateral agencies e.g., World Bank, IMF, Islamic Development Bank.
5. Central Banking Practices The case studies on Bangladesh, Malaysia, Iran, Sudan and Saudi Arabia

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the role, responsibilities and functions of central banks.
CLO2: Explain and showcase monetary policy framework.
CLO3: Apply Islamic prescriptions on monetary policies and procedures.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. The Evolution of Central Banking and Monetary Policy in the Asia-Pacific, By Akhand Akhtar Hossain
2. Monetary Policy and Central Banking: New Directions in Post-Keynesian Theory, edited by Louis-Philippe Rochon, S. Y. Olawoye
3. Central Banking and Monetary Policy in Muslim-Majority Countries, By Akhand Akhtar Hossain
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will be helpful for learners who like to develop their skills in auditing Islamic financial enterprises. It covers Shariah auditor attributes, audit governance, risk and control, framework and communication etc.

Course Contents:

1. Fundamentals of Auditing and Auditor: Audit, Audit methodologies, Sampling considerations, Quality assurance review, key skills required for an auditor.
2. Accounting and Reporting for Islamic Banks and Insurances: Accounting and reporting for Islamic financial institutions according to IFRS and AAOIFI standards.
3. Shariah Risk Management and Internal Control: Significance of risk management in IFIs, Shariah risk identification and how to manage the identified risk.
4. Shariah Audit Planning and Program: Shariah audit program on the operations of the IFIs, Shariah audit process that represents Islamic banking, Islamic insurance and Islamic capital market.
5. Shariah Audit Fieldwork and Communication: Methods and Principles in performing shariah audit fieldworks, audit operations, and communicating the audit results to the company management and board.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Apply the technical review of banking and insurance operations to determine shariah compliance.
CLO2: Identify the gaps in shariah compliance and suggest accordingly.
CLO3: Assess and communicate audit findings to concerned stakeholders effectively.
CLO4: Develop the control mechanisms to ensure shariah compliance in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Shariah audit and assurance: process and programme, by Zurina Shafii, USIM Press, 2016
2. Auditing and assurance: theory and practice, By CLIFFORD GOMEZ, PHI publications
3. Contemporary issues in financial reporting of islamic financial institutions, By Zulkarnain Bin Muhamad Sori, Sazali Bin Abdul Wahab, Mahmoud Al Homsi, UMK Malaysia
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

73. IF 7201-0412: Financial Products and Services
Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course provides an in-depth overview of Islamic financial products and services. The course is designed with the objective to impart skills among the students on structuring Islamic finance transactions, operations, credit analysis and lend management, product or service evaluation and pricing, trade financing.

Contents:

1. Overview of Islamic Financial Products
2. Understanding the Requirements of Retail Customers
3. Understanding Business Customer’s Requirements and Funding
4. Trade Financing for Business
5. Risk Analysis,
6. Providing Solutions and Pricing a Package,
7. The Financing Process,
8. Financing/Credit Evaluation (Qualitative and Quantitative)
9. Project-based Financing,
10. Collateral and Documentation,
11. Financing Rescue Plans.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the portfolio of Islamic financial products and services.
CLO2: Recognize customer requirements and funding mechanisms.
CLO3: Develop project-based financial plans and policies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. INCEIF Structuring Financial Requirements Course Book
2. Abdulkader Thomas, Stella Cox and Bryan Kraty (Ed.), (2005), “Structuring Islamic Finance Transactions”, Euromoney Books
3. Milith Sathye, James Bartle and James W. Kolari,(2008), “Credit Analysis and Lending Management”, John Wiley & Sons Australia
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This core course is supposed to provide a comprehensive understanding on the concepts of Fiqh relevant to different forms of trade and transactions. It will enable the learners to explain and apply different forms of Halal contracts in business.

Contents:

1. Introduction to Fiqh
2. Introduction to fiqh ul Muamalat
3. Concepts of Riba
4. Contemporary perspectives of Riba: Time value of money in Islam, Interest Rate as Benchmark, Determination of Profit Rate
5. Major prohibitions on Islamic Finance
6. Basic Islamic Contracts (Sales, Partnerships / Musharaqa, Mudaraba etc)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –
CLO1: Relate Fiqh ul Muamalat in different financial practices to resolve Shariah problems.
CLO2: Explain the concepts of Riba and other prohibited forms of contracts.
CLO3: Classify the permissible forms of business contracts.
CLO4: Apply the principles of Fiqh in appropriate situations to take right decisions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. INCEIF Structuring Financial Requirements Course Book
2. Abdulkader Thomas, Stella Cox and Bryan Kraty (Ed.), (2005), “Structuring Islamic Finance Transactions”, Euromoney Books
3. Milith Sathye, James Bartle and James W. Kolari,(2008), “Credit Analysis and Lending Management”, John Wiley & Sons Australia
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is designed to convey a comprehensive idea on different types of financial contracts popularly used in Islamic finance. Students are expected to learn and analyze different types of contracts, terms and conditions, validity, breach of contracts, shariah compliant contracts which would be helpful in the business dealings of their personal and professional life.

Contents:

1. Types of financial Contracts
2. Conditions and Validity of Contracts in Islam
3. Legal Capacity of Contracting Parties
4. Formation of Contract,
5. Subject Matter of Contract,
6. Purchase Price and Consideration,
7. Term And Condition of Contracts,
8. Options and consumer rights
9. Breach Of Contracts and Remedies,
10. Termination, Discharge and Dissolution of Contracts
11. Major Classification of Islamic Contracts,
12. Laws of Contracts of BD vs Shariah Contracts
13. Companies Act - BD
14. Islamic Contract and Modern Legislation
15. Contemporary shariah Framework for Islamic Contract (Example from Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan Etc.)
16. The contract of sale (Al Bai), types and classifications of sales, the contract of lease and borrowing, the contract of agency (Wakalah), the contract of loan (Al Qard), the contract of safe keeping (Al Wadiah), partnership (Al sharikat), silent partnership (mudarabah), pledge/ mortgage (Al rahn), guarantee (Al kafalah), transfer of debt (Al Hawalah).

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the student will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize different types financial contracts and identify the Shariah compliant contracts.
CLO2: Prepare and explain the principles, terms and conditions for a contract.
CLO3: Choose and apply the appropriate type of contract in a suitable situation complying with the existing laws and acts of the country.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. AAOFI Shariah Standards
2. Wahbah Zuhaili. (2003). Financial Transactions in Islamic Jurisprudence, translated into English by Mahmoud A. El-Gamal, vols. 1-2, Damascus: Dar al-Fikr al-Muaasir. (Also, the original Arabic- Al-Fiqh al-Islami wa Adillatu, Vol 1 & 2)
3. Islamic Commercial Law by Yusuf Selim
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the program:

This course provides comprehensive knowledge on Islamic social finance and Islamic social finance institutions. The course primarily illustrates about the significance and social contributions of Islamic social finance and shows how Islamic social finance enterprises works in practice.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Concepts of Islamic Social Finance
2. The imperative of Islamic Social Finance for Muslims: The comprehensiveness of the Qur’an and in the Sunnah as a life guidance for Muslims, The purpose and the significance of Islamic Social Finance, Conceptual differences between Islamic Social Finance and Conventional Social Finance, Zakat and Waqf
3. Islamic Social Finance Institutions: Baitul Maal, Baznas, LAZ, BWI, Individual Waqf Institution, Masjid Fund, BPKH (Hajj Fund), Arisan (Rotating Saving & Credit Association), Cooperative, Hisbah

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the concept of Islamic social finance and its significance in poverty alleviation.
CLO2: Identify the conceptual difference between Islamic social finance and conventional social finance.
CLO3: Prepare working plan and operational procedures for Islamic financial institutions

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. AAOFI Shariah Standards
2. Contemporary Issues in Islamic Social Finance (Islamic Business and Finance Series), Routledge; 1st edition (August 12, 2021) Edited by Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri and M. Ishaq Bhatti
3. Islamic Social Finance Entrepreneurship, Cooperation and the Sharing Economy Edited by Valentino Cattelan
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course gives an overview of financial management in Islam. Zakat is a fundamental issue of Islam and Shariah prescribes clear guidance on Zakat to balance the wealth of every eligible individual, whether as an employer or employee. The contents of this course will enable the students to manage their personal and organizational wealth accurately and effectively as per the prescription of Shariah.

Contents:

1. Financial Planning and Wealth Management in Islam
2. Risk Management in Takaful Planning
3. Islamic Investment Planning and Portfolio Management
4. Assessment and Management of Zakah
5. Tax system: planning and management
6. Islamic Estate Management
7. Management of Retirement schemes and Waqf

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the process, tools and techniques of financial management.
CLO2: Identify the appropriate assessment method and portfolio management.
CLO3: Design Islamic financial management for any kind institution including waqf.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Islamic Wealth Management: Theory and Practice edited by Mohamed Ariff, Shamsher Mohamad, Edward Elgar Publishing
2. Wealth Management in Islam, by Zuriah Abdul Rahman; Pusat Penerbitan Universiti, Universiti Teknologi Mara, 2009
3. Islamic Wealth Management: Theory and Practice edited by Mohamed Ariff, Shamsher Mohamad, Edward Elgar Publishing
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course is offered to demonstrate the present and future potential application of new technologies in Islamic financial industries. It shows the current practices of technical applications in financial sectors with future prospects. It also gives ideas on green and sustainable financing to the learners.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Maqasid al-Shari’ah of Islamic fintech, Green and Sustainable Financing, Financial Inclusion
Designing Digital Model: Islamic Digital Banking, Islamic Social Financing
2. The emergence of Islamic Fintech & Development: Islamic fintech and venture capital, Islamic Fintech and crowdfunding, Islamic fintech and Takaful
3. Social & Ethical Issues in Islamic Fintech: Islamic fintech and ethical & responsible financing, Islamic Fintech as disruptor, Sandbox and Islamic fintech

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the Islamic concept of integrating emerging technologies in Business.
CLO2: Identify the merits, demerits and applications of digital financial products and services.
CLO3: Develop new ideas of Fintech for different financial industries.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Islamic Fintech by Sara Sánchez Fernández, Taylor & Francis
2. Fintech in Islamic Finance: Theory and Practice, Umar A. Oseni, S. Nazim Ali; Routledge
3. Fintech, Digital Currency and the Future of Islamic Finance, edited by Nafis Alam, Syed Nazim Ali
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course is designed to impart risk management ability among the graduates. Assessing risk factors and actions towards risk management is a very important part of organizational survival. This course primarily covers the risk management framework with associated risks in Islamic financial institutions.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Risk Management Framework, Shariah and Risk behaviour, Analysis of Islamic Banking performance in relation to Risk
2. Capital and Management: Capital Requirement of Islamic Banks, Business Risk in Islamic Banking, Credit Risk in Islamic Banking
3. Risk Analysis: Market Risk in Islamic Banking, Liquidity Risk in Islamic Banking, Operation Risk (Shariah Non-Compliance Risk)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the risk factors of the organization.
CLO2: Recognize the framework of risk management
CLO3: Analyze risks associated with financial enterprises and design solutions.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Risk Management for Islamic Financial Institutions (Book by INCEIF)
2. Financial Risk Management for Islamic Banking and Finance by Akkizidis, S. Khandelwal
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to build financial models to forecast business. The course primarily focuses on models used for valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital and portfolio models.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: Introduction to Excel and Basic Financial Calculations, The Basic Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis Tools
2. Financial Analysis: The Time Value of Money, Common Stock Valuation, Sukuk & Bond Valuation
3. Financial Modeling: The Cost of Capital, Capital Budgeting, Portfolio Statistics and Diversification, Advanced Excel Functions

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Identify the basic and advanced level applications of excel in financial modelling.
CLO2: Apply Excel to build financial models.
CLO3: Develop portfolio optimization models for the companies.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Financial Analysis with Microsoft Excel, 7th edition, Timothy R. Mayes and Todd M. Shank, South-Western Cengage Learning
2. Financial Modeling, fourth edition, By Simon Benninga
3. Financial Modeling in Excel For Dummies, By Danielle Stein Fairhurst
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the course:

This course will be helpful to realize trade governance, local and international trade policies and practices, import services and financing, export services and financing, Shariah requirements which is very essential for the practitioners of Islamic banking and insurance industry.

Course Contents:

1. Introduction: International Trade, International Modes of Trade Payment, Letter of Credit, Types of LC, parities in LC operations, Open Account, Cash in Advance, Documentary collection, Factoring.
2. Trade Governance Framework (International): International commercial terms, Uniform Customs and Practices for Documentary Credit, Uniform Rules for Reimbursement, Uniform Rules for Collection, Uniform Rules for Demand Guarantee
3. Trade Governance Framework (Local): Import Policy Order, Export Policy, Guidelines for Foreign Exchange Transactions, Statutory Revenue Order.
4. Shariah Requirements in LC Operation: AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 14 on Letter of Credit
5. Import Services and Financing: LC issuance, advising, confirmation, nomination, Shipping Guarantee, LC against LCAF, Import Financing, Modes of import Financing- Murabahah Import Bills, Murabahah Post Import, Import under Musharakah
6. Export Services and Financing: LC advising, transferring, negotiation, collection of export bills, export against contract, export against advance payment, Pre shipment finance-BB LC, Bai Salam, Istisna, Post shipment finance- Musharakah Documentary Bill, Bai as Sarf.
7. Shariah Requirements for Trade Settlement: AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 1 on Trading in Currencies, Currency Hedging.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Recognize the local and international trade governance.
CLO2: Identify the export and import services and financing with associated Shariah guidelines.
CLO3: Develop trade settlements policies and procedures.

References

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. The Fundamentals of Trade Finance: The Ins and Outs of Import-export Financing, Jane Kingman-Brundage, Susan A. Schulz; Wiley
2. International Trade Finance: A Pragmatic Approach, By Tarsem Bhogal, Arun Trivedi
3. Shari'ah and Regulatory Issues of Islamic Trade Finance in Malaysia, by Sharifah Faigah Syed Alwi
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Theory
Prerequisite: N/A
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 42
Total Marks: 100
Year/Level: 7
Semester/Term: 2

Rationale of the Course:

This course will be helpful for learners who like to develop their skills in auditing Islamic financial enterprises. It covers Shariah auditor attributes, audit governance, risk and control, framework and communication etc.

Course Contents:

1. Fundamentals of Auditing and Auditor: Audit, Audit methodologies, Sampling considerations, Quality assurance review, key skills required for an auditor.
2. Accounting and Reporting for Islamic Financial Transactions: Accounting and reporting for Islamic financial institutions according to IFRS and AAOIFI standards.
3. Shariah Risk Management and Internal Control: Significance of risk management in IFIs, Shariah risk identification and how to manage the identified risk.
4. Shariah Audit Planning and Program: Shariah audit program on the operations of the IFIs, Shariah audit process that represents Islamic banking, Islamic insurance and Islamic capital market.
5. Shariah Audit Fieldwork and Communication: Methods and Principles in performing shariah audit fieldworks, audit operations, and communicating the audit results to the company management and board.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

At the end of the course, the students will be able to –
CLO1: Apply the technical review of banking and financial operations to determine shariah compliance.
CLO2: Identify the gaps in shariah compliance and suggest accordingly.
CLO3: Assess and communicate audit findings to concerned stakeholders effectively.
CLO4: Develop the control mechanisms to ensure shariah compliance in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.

References:

Learning Materials:
Text Books:

1. Shariah audit and assurance: process and programme, by Zurina Shafii By S.S. Khanka
2. Auditing and assurance: theory and practice, By CLIFFORD GOMEZ
3. Contemporary issues in financial reporting of islamic financial institutions, By Zulkarnain Bin Muhamad Sori, Sazali Bin Abdul Wahab, Mahmoud Al Homsi
Other Learning Materials: Journals, Web Materials, YouTube Videos etc.

Course Type: Thesis
Prerequisite: Business Research Methods
Credits: 6
Class Hours: N/A
Total Marks: 200
Year/Level: Final
Semester/Term: Final

After completing all the theoretical courses, each student will be required to complete an internship/ project work in the relevant field of their specialization. For such a work the students will be guided by a faculty member of the concerned area of specialization. After completion, they will have to submit a thesis to the department. The marks and credits distribution for this course would be as follows: i) Double examination of the thesis (3 credits) - 100 marks, and ii) Defense of the thesis ( 3 credits) – 100 marks.

Alternatively, students can take action-based projects in industrial establishments worth 100 marks (3 credits) and a viva on the project work worth 100 marks (3 credits).

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24. FIN 7202-0412 : International Financial Management

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26. FIN 7204-0412: International Banking

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30. FIN 7208-0412: Corporate Finance

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32. MKT 7202-0414: International Marketing

33. MKT 7203-0414: Consumer Behavior

34. MKT 7204: Brand Management

35. MKT 7205-0414: Strategic Marketing

36. MKT 7206-0414: Integrated Marketing Communications

37. MKT 7207 - 0414: Digital Marketing

38. MKT 7208-0414: Customer Relationship Management

MAJOR COURSES - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

40. HRM 7202 - 0413: Human Resource Training and Development

41. HRM 7203-0413: Strategic Human Resource Management

42. HRM 7204-0413: Performance Management

43. HRM 7205 - 0413: Human Resource Ethics and Sustainability

44. HRM 7206 - 0413: Organizational Change and Development

45. HRM 7207 - 0413: Compensation Management

46. HRM 7208 -0413: International Human Resource Management

MAJOR COURSES - ACCOUNTING

48. ACT 7202-0411: Advanced Management Accounting

49. ACT-7203 -0414: Taxation

50. ACT 7204- 0411: Financial Statement Analysis

51. ACT 7205- 0411: Auditing and Assurance

52. ACT 7206- 0411: Accounting Theory & Practices

53. ACT 7207 - 0411: Accounting Ethics & Professionalism

54. ACT 7208-0411: Advanced Financial Accounting

MAJOR COURSES - Supply Chain Management

56. SCM 7202-0413: Inventory and Logistics Operations

57. SCM 7203-0413: Six Sigma and Lean Management

58. SCM 7204-0413: Managing Risks in Supply Chain Management

59. SCM 7205-0413: Materials and Inventory Management

60. SCM 7206- 0413: Global Logistics Management

61. SCM 7207- 0413: Performance Measurement and Sustainability in Supply Chain Management

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64. IBI 7202 -0412: Islamic Insurance

65. IBI 7203-0412: Islamic Capital Market

66. IBI 7204-0412: Banking Products and Services

67. IBI 7205-0412: Capital Management in Islamic Banks and Insurances

68. IBI 7206-0412: Islamic Trade Finance

69. IBI 7207-0412: Risk Management in Banking & Insurance

70. IBI 7208-0412: Financial Modelling and Business Forecasting

71. IBI 7209-0412: Islamic Central Banking

72. IBI 7210-0412: Audit and Assurance for Banks and Insurances

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74. IF 7202-0412: Islamic Laws of trade and transactions

75. IF 7203-0412: Financial Contracts

76. IF 7204-0412: Islamic Social Finance