Department of Management Science

Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics

The Bachelor of Science (BS) programs in business and management disciplines are designed to provide students with a robust academic foundation and a practical skill set necessary for navigating today’s dynamic business environment. These programs emphasize critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and ethical leadership while fostering a deep understanding of core business functions across diverse sectors. Overall, these programs combine theoretical instruction with practical applications, case studies, and industry exposure. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue successful careers in various sectors or advance to graduate studies in their chosen field of specialization. For those inclined toward innovation, the programs offer a strong focus on entrepreneurial thinking, business planning, and venture creation, encouraging students to launch and manage new business ventures.

The demand for BS Business Analytics graduates in Pakistan is high and growing, driven by the increasing need for data-driven decision-making across all industries, from finance to technology. Graduates are in demand for roles like Data Analyst, Market Research Analyst, and Business Intelligence Analyst, with opportunities in multinational companies, banks, and startups. The field is expected to see significant job growth in the coming years due to advances in technology and the increasing reliance on big data.

Program Structure

The BS business and management programs follow the HEC Undergraduate Education Policy 2023 and subsequent notifications, and span eight regular semesters (four years). Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) may design the program in accordance with the guidelines below, as recommended by the NCRC, ensuring that the total credit load aligns with the program’s learning outcomes.

Eligibility Criteria	The basic eligibility requirement for admission to the BS (Business Analytics) program is a Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC), A-levels, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the IBCC, involving 12 years of schooling with min 50% marks.
NQF Qualification Level	Level 6
Minimum Credit Hours	131
Program Duration	i. Regular/Minimum Duration: 04 Years ii. Maximum Duration: 06 Years (Twelve Regular Semesters) iii. Further extendible for 01 Year (Two Regular Semesters) with the permission of the statutory bodies
Course Load (per semester)	i. 15-21 credit hours for regular semesters ii. Up to 08 credit hours can be offered in summer/winter semesters for failure/repetition/deficiency courses.
Semester Duration	i. 16-18 weeks for regular semesters, including 1-2 weeks for examinations ii. 8-9 weeks for summer semesters, including 1 week for examination
Credit Hours Delivery Options (Theory)	i. 3 classes (1 hour each), OR ii. 2 classes (1.5 hours each), OR iii. 1 class (3 hours)
1 Credit Hours (Practical Work) *	1 Credit Hour of practical work requires three contact hours per week throughout the semester.
General Education Courses	35 Credit Hours (14 courses)
Discipline-Related/Major Courses	Mandatory Core Courses Common for all BS Programs in Business & Management Disciplines: 33 Credit Hours (11 courses)
	Core Courses wherein the BS is offered (to be decided by HEIs): 27 Credit Hours (09 courses)
	Specialization/Electives: 18 Credit Hours (06 courses)
	Total: 78 Credit Hours (26 courses)
Interdisciplinary/Allied Courses	12 Credit Hours (4 courses)
Internship	3 Credit Hours
Capstone Project	3 Credit Hours

Breakup of Courses

Courses Category	No. of Courses	Credit Hours
General Education Courses	14	35
Mandatory Core Courses	11	33
Domain Core Courses	09	27
Electives	06	18
Interdisciplinary/Allied Courses	04	12
Capstone Project	01	03
Internship	01	03
Total	46	131

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