BS Business Analytics

Program Overview:

The BS Business Analytics program offers a cutting-edge, four-year education designed to equip students with the tools, technologies, and methodologies to transform data into actionable business strategies. This program emphasizes the integration of data analytics with core business principles, enabling students to address complex challenges in today's rapidly evolving digital economy.

During their studies, students will delve into subjects that blend technology and business, such as Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, and Predictive Analytics. They will also gain exposure to critical skills in Marketing Analytics, Financial Modeling, and Operations Research. A key feature of the program is its strong emphasis on experiential learning through real-world projects, internships, and case studies.

In addition to rigorous academic training, students are encouraged to develop essential soft skills like communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, preparing them to excel in collaborative and cross-functional environments. By the time they graduate, students will be ready to pursue careers in dynamic fields such as data science, business strategy, and digital transformation.

Eligibility Criteria:

For eligibility criteria and average point system, please visit the following link: https://admissions.iba.edu.pk/OfferedPrograms.php

Program Structure:

Time to completion 4 years
Semesters 8
Core courses 33 (93 Credit Hours)
Elective courses 11 (33 Credit Hours)
Experiential Learning Project (Capstone Project + Corporate internship 6-8 weeks) 1 (6 Credit Hours)
Total courses 44+ELP
Total Credit Hours 132
Responsible Citizen Initiative (RCI) 1
Personal effectiveness program 10 hrs.

Breakdown of Credit Hours:

Course Category Courses / Credit Hours
General Education Courses 12 Courses / 30 Credit Hours
Allied Courses 4 Courses / 12 Credit Hours
Business Core Courses 17 Courses / 51 Credit Hours
Business Elective Courses 8 Courses / 24 Credit Hours
Free Electives 3 Courses / 9 Credit Hours
Total Required Coursework 44 Courses / 126 Credit Hours
Experiential Learning Project + Corporate Internship 1 Course / 6 Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours 132

Courses:

Semester – 1
(Freshman year, Fall)		 Semester – 2
(Freshman year, Spring)		 Semester – 3
(Sophomore year, Fall)		 Semester – 4
(Sophomore year, Spring)
Microeconomics Macroeconomics Islamic Studies / Ethics Foundation of Sustainable Development
Psychology of Business Introduction to Business Finance Introduction to Business Analytics Business Process Reengineering and Data-Driven Transformation
Calculus 1/College Algebra* Financial Accounting Production and Operations Management AI in Business
Principles of Accounting Pakistan History Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation Methods in Business Research
Speech Communication Introduction to Computer Application Principles of Marketing Business Communication
Introduction to Statistics Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship Management and Organizational Behaviour
Principles of Philosophy Business, Ethics and Society
  Responsible Citizen Initiative (RCI) internship (6-8 weeks in Summer)**   Responsible Citizen Initiative (RCI) internship (6-8 weeks in Summer)**
Semester – 5
(Junior year, Fall)		 Semester – 6
(Junior year, Spring)		 Semester – 7
(Senior year, Fall)		 Semester – 8
(Senior year, Spring)
Digital Innovation & Design Thinking Program Elective 1 Program Elective 4 Program Elective 7
Advanced Business Analytics Human Resource Management Change Management & Digital Transformation Program Elective 8
Data Visualization Program Elective 2 Program Elective 5 Free Elective 3
Business Applications of Database Systems Program Elective 3 Free Elective 2 Experiential Learning Project (ELP)
Financial Management Free Elective 1 Program Elective 6
Management Accounting
Corporate internship (6-8 weeks in Summer)

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