Course Overview:
The MBA (Work-Linked Degree) at Guru Kashi University is designed for ambitious graduates who want to gain real-world business experience while pursuing their master's. This program integrates academic learning with on-the-job training in corporate environments, helping students apply their knowledge in areas like marketing, finance, HR, and operations. With a focus on leadership, strategy, and decision-making, students graduate with a degree, 2 years of work experience, and the practical skills needed to excel in today’s job market.
Key Highlights :
Earn While You Learn: Gain paid industry experience through internships or corporate roles.
Industry-Focused Curriculum: Study core MBA subjects while working in business functions like sales, finance, and HR.
Leadership Development: Build strong communication, strategy, and people management skills.
On-the-Job Learning: Apply business theories to solve real organizational problems.
Flexible Online Learning: Learn from anywhere through live classes and recorded lectures while managing your job.
Faster Career Growth: Graduate with a master’s degree and 2 years of work experience—making you stand out in interviews.
Course Objectives :
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Develop Business Acumen: Train students in business fundamentals across all major domains—marketing, finance, HR, and operations.
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Blend Theory with Practice: Encourage the application of academic concepts in live work environments.
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Enhance Decision-Making Skills: Strengthen analytical thinking and business judgment through real-time exposure.
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Promote Professional Growth: Help students gain industry insights, work ethics, and corporate etiquette.
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Prepare for Managerial Roles: Shape future team leads and business strategists with hands-on experience.
Learning Outcomes :
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Gain Real-World Experience: Students complete their degree with 2–3 years of relevant work experience.
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Apply Business Knowledge Practically: Demonstrate the ability to connect academic concepts to everyday business functions.
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Strengthen Soft Skills: Build strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills essential for corporate success.
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Understand Business Functions: Get a working knowledge of finance, HR, marketing, and operations.
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Be Career-Ready: Transition smoothly into full-time roles or pursue higher studies with a practical advantage.
Course Structure
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
|---|---|---|
| OMBA101 | Accounting for Management | Core |
| OMBA121 | Management Processes and Organizational Behavior | Core |
| OMBA103 | Managerial Economics | Core |
| OMBA104 | Integrated Business Administration | Compulsory Foundation |
| OMBA132 | Soft Skills Training and Development | VAC |
| OMBA135 | Tax Structure & Filing | MD |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA223 | Strategic Management | Core | ||
| MBA224 | Quantitative Techniques and Operation Research | Core | ||
| MBA226 | Production and Operation Management | Core | ||
| MBA239 | Entrepreneurship Development | Entrepreneurship Based | ||
| MBA240 | Business Communication for Managerial Effectiveness | Compulsory Foundation | ||
| MBA227 | Information Technology | Skill Based | ||
| Specialization I: Marketing Research | ||||
| MBA209 | Marketing Research | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA228 | Logistics and Supply Management | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization II: Human Resource Management | ||||
| MBA211 | Training & Development | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA212 | Organization Change & Development | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization III: Finance | ||||
| MBA229 | Financial Management | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA230 | Management Control System | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization IV: International Business | ||||
| MBA221 | Export-Import Documentation | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA222 | International Marketing | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization V: Information Technology | ||||
| MBA216 | E-Commerce and IT enabled services | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA231 | Data Warehousing and Data Mining | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization VI: Hospital Administration | ||||
| MBA218 | Risk and Disaster Management | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA232 | Hospital Waste Management | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization VII: Artificial Intelligence | ||||
| MBA241 | AI Ethics and Governance | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA234 | Machine Learning and Deep Learning | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| MBA244 | Machine Learning and Deep Learning (Lab) | |||
| Specialization VIII: Digital Marketing | ||||
| MBA235 | Web Design and Analytics | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA245 | Web Design and Analytics (Lab) | |||
| MBA236 | Digital Marketing Strategy | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Specialization IX: Business Analytics | ||||
| MBA237 | Data Exploration and Preparation | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA242 | Data Exploration and Preparation (Lab) | |||
| MBA238 | Marketing and Finance Analytics | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| MBA243 | Marketing and Finance Analytics (Lab) | |||
| Specialization X: Shipping and Logistics Management | ||||
| MBA239 | Port and Terminal Management | Disciplinary Elective III | ||
| MBA240 | Supply Chain Management | Disciplinary Elective IV | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA321 | Research Methodology | Research Skill | ||
| MBA322 | Research Proposal | Research skill | ||
| MBA334 | Research Proposal (Lab) | |||
| MBA323 | Ethics & IPR | VAC | ||
| MBA324 | Proficiency in Teaching | Skill Based | ||
| MBA325 | Service Learning | Community Outreach/Skill Based | ||
| MBA332 | Computer Applications in Research | Skill Based | ||
| MBA327 | Business Environment | EF | ||
| MBA304 | Internship (4 weeks) | Training | ||
| MBA399 | XXX | MOOC | ||
| Open Elective (For Other Departments) | ||||
| MBA328 | Accounting for Everyone | OE | ||
| MBA329 | Event Management | |||
| MBA330 | Retail Banking | |||
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
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| MBA401 | Dissertation | Research skill |
| MBA402 | Logical Reasoning | Ability Enhancement |
| MBA403 | Behavioural Finance | MD |
Fee Structure
| MBA | Semester I | Semester II | Semester III | Semester IV | ||
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| Application Fee (One Time) | ₹ 500/- | - | - | - | ||
| Registration | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ||
| Program Fee | ₹ 25,000/- | ₹ 25,000/- | ₹ 25,000/- | ₹ 25,000/- | ||
| Examination Fee | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ||
| Apprenticeship fees | ₹ 12,000/- | - | ₹ 12,000/- | - | ||
| Total Semester Fee | ₹ 39,500/- | ₹ 27,000/- | ₹ 39,000/- | ₹ 27,000/- | ||
| Total Fees | ₹ 1,32,500/- | |||||
Career Opportunities:
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Business
Development
Executive -
Marketing
Analyst -
Sales
Manager -
Operations
Coordinator -
HR
Assistant -
Entrepreneur /
Startup
Associate
Frequently Asked Questions
This degree allows students to study and gain work experience simultaneously, making them job-ready by graduation.
Yes, the internship for MBA students will include a work aspect that needs to be balanced with their academic commitments.
Absolutely. The course is designed for freshers and first-generation learners interested in business careers.
Yes, depending on your role and company, students typically earn a monthly stipend during the program.
You can go for an MBA, start your own business, or secure a full-time job with 2–3 years of experience already in hand.