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School of Commerce & ManagementDiploma ProgrammeUGC-DEB Pending

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

The PGDBA is a one-year postgraduate diploma in business administration ideal for professionals seeking to move into management roles without committing to a full 2-year MBA.

1 Year
2 Semesters
Online
120 Seats
EligibilityAny Bachelor's degree with minimum 45% marks
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Programme Overview

The PGDBA is a one-year postgraduate diploma in business administration ideal for professionals seeking to move into management roles without committing to a full 2-year MBA. The programme covers the core management pillars — marketing, finance, HR, operations, and strategy — with a practical orientation through case studies and a live industry project.

Key Highlights

  • Equivalent to MBA first year — smooth pathway to full MBA
  • Core management curriculum — Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations
  • Live industry project with corporate partner in semester II
  • Ideal for working professionals wanting management skills fast
  • Weekend and evening online delivery
  • Placement support from MSDU placement cell

Semester-wise Syllabus

1
Semester I
Management Principles & Organisational Behaviour
Financial Accounting & Analysis
Marketing Management
Human Resource Management
Business Communication & Presentation Skills
Business Economics
2
Semester II
Corporate Finance & Investment
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Strategic Management
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Business Research & Analytics
Industry Live Project & Viva

Career Prospects

Management Trainee
Business Development Executive
Operations Coordinator
HR Associate
Marketing Executive
MBA (lateral entry pathway)

Eligibility Criteria

Any Bachelor's degree with minimum 45% marks

Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per UGC norms. Refer to the Admission Prospectus for exact eligibility and cut-offs.

Pre-Registration Open

PGDBA

Commerce & Management

Total Fee₹24,000
Fee₹12,000 per semester
Duration1 Year
ModeOnline
Intake120 seats
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Topics Covered

PGDBAManagementBusiness AdministrationMBA PrepCorporate