Bengaluru: Students planning to pursue an MBA in the 2026-27 academic session can explore the Bangalore University MBA programme at GIBS Business School, which combines university-level management education with practical learning through projects, internships, presentations, case studies and business simulations.

The two-year MBA programme is divided into four semesters, covering foundational management concepts, core business functions, strategic management, specialisation subjects and project work. The programme is open to students from different academic backgrounds, including Commerce, Management, Engineering, Science and Humanities.

GIBS MBA Course Structure

The first semester focuses on the fundamentals of management and business. Major areas include Organisational Behaviour, Managerial Accounting, Economics for Managers, Business Statistics and Business Environment and Public Policy.

The second semester covers key functional areas of business, including Marketing Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Business Research Methods, Entrepreneurship and Ethics, Quantitative Techniques and Management Information Systems.

In the third semester, students move towards strategic management and specialisation. The curriculum may include areas such as  Strategic Management and Corporate Governance, Projects and Operations Management, Business Valuation, Value-Based Management, Applied Business Research and specialisation electives. Students may also undertake internship reports, case analyses and specialisation projects.

The fourth semester focuses on advanced studies, international business, specialisation electives and practical application. Students are also required to complete project or dissertation work followed by a viva voce and project presentation.

MBA Specialisations at GIBS

Students can explore specialisation areas including Finance Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, BFSI, Business Analytics, Healthcare Management, Start-ups and SME Management, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Each specialisation focuses on different career areas. For instance, Finance and BFSI are suited to students interested in financial services, while Business Analytics focuses on data-driven decision-making. Marketing covers areas such as branding, sales and digital marketing, whereas HR focuses on recruitment, employee development and organisational management.

Practical Learning and Career Preparation

At GIBS, the programme also emphasises industry sessions, internships, projects, case studies, simulations and group activities to develop communication, leadership, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

Students planning to pursue the Bangalore University MBA at GIBS for 2026-27 should check the latest eligibility requirements, specialisation availability, syllabus and admission dates before applying, as programme details may be subject to change.