BBA Finance

Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) at Excel Business College

The Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance), or BBA (Finance), at Excel Business College, Kathmandu is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Pokhara University. It is structured across eight semesters and requires 120 credit hours for graduation. Excel Business College has 48 seats for the program.

BBA (Finance) was previously named Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Insurance (BBA-BI) by Pokhara University. The current curriculum keeps a broad business-management base while giving greater academic attention to corporate finance, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets.

Quick highlights

Course overview

BBA (Finance) combines general business administration with focused study of financial activities. The program covers management, economics, accounting, statistics, information technology, research, marketing, human resource management, entrepreneurship, operations, finance, financial law, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets.

The curriculum also includes practical coursework, concentration study, electives, project work, community engagement, and internship. Students are expected to develop analytical, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, technology-use, and management-related abilities through the academic components of the program.

Curriculum structure

The 120-credit curriculum is distributed across several academic components.

Foundation study covers communication, mathematics, economics, statistics, information technology, behavioral science, and financial law. Management core study includes accounting, marketing, finance, research, human resource management, entrepreneurship, operations management, management information systems, strategic management, and business environment.

Finance core courses include Corporate Finance, Financial Institutions and Market, and Fundamentals of Investment Management.

Semester-wise BBA Finance curriculum

The first four semesters carry 16 credits each. Semester V carries 16 credits, Semester VI carries 18 credits, Semester VII carries 16 credits, and Semester VIII consists of a six-credit internship.

Finance concentration areas

Students complete five concentration courses worth 15 credits. The structure requires three courses from one major concentration area and two courses from another concentration area.

The concentration areas are:

• Corporate Finance

• Banking

• Insurance

• Investment and Capital Markets

Corporate Finance options include Emerging Concepts in Corporate Financial Management, Financial Management of SMEs and Social Enterprises, International Finance, Behavioural Finance, and Municipal Finance.

Banking includes courses such as Emerging Concepts in Banking, Treasury Management, Investment Banking, Management of Commercial Banks, Central Banking and Monetary Policy, Sustainable Banking, Microfinance, and Credit Risk Management.

Insurance options include Risk Management and Insurance, Life and Health Insurance, Property and Liability Insurance, Reinsurance and Broking, Management of Insurance Companies, and Fundamental Concept of Actuarial Science.

Investment and Capital Markets includes subjects such as Securities Market and Portfolio Analysis, Mutual Fund and Pension Fund, Private Equity and Venture Capital, Assets Management, and Investment and Merchant Banking.

Practicum, project work, and internship

Five one-credit practicum courses are included across the program:

• Software Skills Practicum

• Soft Skills Practicum

• Digital Marketing Practicum

• Fintech Practicum

• Academic Writing

Project and experiential components account for 11 credits: three credits for Project Work, two credits for the Community Engagement Project, and six credits for internship.

The independent project involves fieldwork, empirical analysis, data collection, processing, analysis, and report writing. Internship placement takes the student’s interests and intended concentration area into consideration and is designed to connect theoretical study with workplace exposure.

Eligibility and admission

Eligibility: Applicants must have completed Intermediate, Higher Secondary Level (10+2), Grade 12, PCL, or an equivalent qualification recognized by Pokhara University. They must also pass the entrance test conducted by the concerned college.

Excel Business College also uses an interview as part of its undergraduate selection procedure. The college-level final selection structure allocates 20% to previous academic results, 70% to the entrance score, and 10% to the interview.

Applicants are required to submit:

• Completed application form

• Academic transcripts

• Character certificates

• Mark sheet and character certificate of SLC or equivalent

• Transcript and character certificate of 10+2 or equivalent

• Two recent passport-size photographs

• Citizenship certificate or passport

Attendance and evaluation

Students are required to maintain at least 80% attendance in classes. The normal duration of the program is four years across eight semesters, while the maximum duration allowed for completion is eight years.

Academic evaluation is divided equally between internal and external assessment:

• Internal evaluation: 50%

• Semester-end examination: 50%

Internal assessment may include quizzes, tutorials, assignments, class tests, participation, term papers, practical work, and formal internal examinations. Semester-end examinations are conducted under Pokhara University’s examination system. Students must obtain at least 45% separately in internal and external evaluation.

Pokhara University uses a four-point letter grading system ranging from A with a grade point of 4.0 to F with a grade point of 0.

For graduation, students must complete all required courses, project work, and internship, earn at least a D in each course, obtain a Pass grade in internship, and maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.0.

Scholarships at Excel Business College

BBA Finance students are covered by the college’s undergraduate scholarship structure. First-semester scholarships are linked to previous academic results.

From the second through eighth semesters, scholarship decisions are based on the previous semester’s academic performance. First, second, and third rank holders may receive tuition-fee waivers of 100%, 50%, and 25%, respectively. A minimum CGPA of 3.70 applies, and a student may receive only one scholarship at a time.

Learning environment at Excel Business College

BBA Finance students study within the same academic environment described for Excel Business College, including access to the library, computer laboratory, technology-supported classrooms, internet facilities, seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and field visits.

Teaching activities include case studies, group discussions, assignments, presentations, project work, and collaborative learning. The college also provides non-credit activities in areas including leadership, digital marketing, business data analytics, and entrepreneurship.

A research and placement cell supports research activities, internships, career counseling, and placement-related assistance.

Academic direction after BBA Finance

The curriculum gives students academic exposure to corporate financial management, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets. It also provides a foundation for higher study in management and related areas.

Professional opportunities after graduation depend on the student’s concentration, academic performance, practical abilities, additional qualifications, experience, and the requirements of individual employers. The program itself does not guarantee a particular job or career outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BBA Finance at Excel Business College?

BBA Finance is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Pokhara University. It combines business administration with focused study in finance, banking, insurance, investment, and capital markets.

Was BBA Finance previously called BBA-BI?

Yes. Pokhara University previously named the program Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Insurance (BBA-BI). Its current name is Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance).

How long is the BBA Finance program?

The normal duration is four years divided into eight semesters. Students must complete 120 credit hours.

How many seats are available for BBA Finance at Excel Business College?

Excel Business College has 48 seats for BBA Finance.

What is the eligibility for BBA Finance admission?

Applicants must have completed Intermediate, 10+2, Grade 12, PCL, or an equivalent qualification recognized by Pokhara University and must pass the required entrance test.

What concentration areas are available in BBA Finance?

The concentration areas are Corporate Finance, Banking, Insurance, and Investment and Capital Markets.

Does BBA Finance include an internship?

Yes. The eighth semester contains a six-credit internship. Project Work and a Community Engagement Project are also included in the curriculum.

What CGPA is required to complete BBA Finance?

Students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.0 and complete all required courses, project work, and internship to graduate.