Siddhartha International College Butwal , Kalikapath, Butwal

BBA Finance

Affiliated To: Pokhara University

course

BBA

Course Level

Bachelor Degree

Duration

4 Years

Study Mode

Full Time

Total Seats

48

Medium

English

Recognition

Pokhara University

Overview

Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) at Siddhartha International College Butwal

The Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance), or BBA (Finance), at Siddhartha International College in Butwal is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Pokhara University. The program has 48 seats and follows an eight-semester, 120-credit curriculum.

BBA (Finance) was previously named Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Insurance (BBA-BI). Its academic scope covers business management together with finance, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets.

BBA (Finance) Quick Highlights

Particular	Details
Course	Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance)
Short Name	BBA (Finance)
College	Siddhartha International College
Affiliation	Pokhara University
Level	Bachelor
Duration	4 years
Academic Structure	8 semesters
Total Credits	120 credit hours
Seats	48
Previous Name	BBA-BI
Location	Butwal, Rupandehi, Lumbini Province

Academic Focus

BBA (Finance) combines general management education with a focused study of financial activities. The curriculum develops a foundation in mathematics, economics, accounting, statistics, information technology, communication, management, and research before moving further into corporate finance, financial institutions, investment management, and concentration courses.

The program specifically covers corporate financial management, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets. It also incorporates analytical work, communication, computing, teamwork, and the study of ethical and organizational factors affecting business decisions.

Students take concentration courses from two areas offered by the college. Pokhara University's curriculum provides concentration areas in Corporate Finance, Banking, Insurance, and Investment and Capital Markets. Students select three courses from one major area and two courses from another minor area, for five concentration courses in total.

Semester-Wise BBA (Finance) Curriculum

Semester	Main Courses	Credits
I	English, Basic Mathematics, IT for Business, Behavioral Science, Principles of Management, Software Skills Practicum	16
II	Business Communication, Business Mathematics, Introduction to Microeconomics, Fundamentals of Organizational Behavior, Financial Accounting, Soft Skills Practicum	16
III	Business Statistics, Introduction to Macroeconomics, Cost and Management Accounting, Essentials of Finance, Principles of Marketing, Digital Marketing Practicum	16
IV	Data Analysis and Modeling, Business Research Methods, Human Resource Management, Management Information System, Corporate Finance, Academic Writing	16
V	Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Fundamentals of Operations Management, Financial Institutions and Market, Concentration I, Concentration II, Fintech Practicum	16
VI	Essentials of e-Business, Fundamentals of Investment Management, Project Work, Concentration III, Concentration IV, Elective I	18
VII	Strategic Management, Business Environment, Financial Law, Concentration V, Elective II, Community Engagement Project	16
VIII	Internship	6

The semester totals add up to 120 credit hours. The curriculum progresses from general business and quantitative foundations to finance-focused courses, concentration study, project work, electives, and internship.

Practical and Applied Components

The program includes practicum courses in software skills, soft skills, digital marketing, fintech, and academic writing. Project Work and a Community Engagement Project are also included.

Students complete a six-credit internship in Semester VIII. The internship is designed for six to eight weeks in a business organization and provides an opportunity to apply academic concepts in a workplace setting. The program also includes independent project work involving fieldwork, analysis, and report preparation.

Teaching methods across the program include:

Lectures and classroom discussion
Case studies
Group discussions
Individual and group presentations
Project assignments
Field visits
Practical coursework
Research and report writing

At Siddhartha International College, these academic components are supported by seminars, workshops, guest lectures, educational tours, industry interaction, library resources, laboratories, and internship-related assistance.

Eligibility for BBA (Finance)

Applicants must have completed Intermediate, Higher Secondary Level (10+2), Grade 12, Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL), or an equivalent qualification recognized by Pokhara University.

The academic requirement for Pokhara University management programs includes:

At least D+ grade in each subject in 10+2; or
At least 45% marks in aggregate; or
At least 1.8 CGPA on a 4.0 scale.

Applicants must also pass the entrance test conducted by the concerned college. The college may conduct an interview as part of the final selection process.

Admission Documents and Process

Applicants are required to complete the prescribed application process and submit the necessary academic records. The required documentation includes:

Completed and signed application form
Official transcripts from previously attended academic institutions
Photocopies of academic certificates with proper attestation

Eligible applicants are informed about the entrance test after their applications are reviewed. Final selection may also involve an interview. Enrollment follows completion of the required admission formalities.

Attendance and Evaluation

Students are required to maintain at least 80% attendance. Academic performance is evaluated through internal assessment and semester-end examinations.

For courses following the regular evaluation structure, internal assessment carries 50% and the semester-end examination carries 50%. Students must secure at least 45% in each component independently. A student who does not meet the internal evaluation requirement receives Not Qualified (NQ) status for that course and cannot appear in its semester-end examination.

To complete the degree, students must pass each required course, complete the internship with a Pass grade, finish the required coursework, project work and internship within the permitted study period, and maintain at least a 2.0 CGPA.

Scholarships and Student Support

Siddhartha International College provides merit-based scholarships and need-based financial assistance under its scholarship policy.

Academic and student support relevant to BBA (Finance) includes:

Library and laboratory resources
Collaborative learning spaces
Industry interaction
Internship assistance
Career-related support
Seminars and workshops
Guest lectures and educational tours

Who May Consider BBA (Finance)?

The course may be relevant to students whose academic interests include finance, banking, insurance, investment, capital markets, accounting, and business management.

Compared with the college's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), BBA (Finance) places additional academic emphasis on financial institutions, corporate finance, investment management, financial law, and finance-related concentration study.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seats are available for BBA (Finance) at Siddhartha International College?

Siddhartha International College has 48 seats for the BBA (Finance) program.

How long is the BBA (Finance) program?

The normal duration is four years, divided into eight semesters. The curriculum carries 120 credit hours.

Was BBA (Finance) previously called BBA-BI?

Yes. Pokhara University's BBA (Finance) program was previously named Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Insurance (BBA-BI).

What subjects are emphasized in BBA (Finance)?

The curriculum covers management along with corporate finance, financial institutions and markets, investment management, banking, insurance, investment, capital markets, accounting, economics, statistics, and research.