Business Studies

Duration

3 Years - Minor

4 Years - Minor

Programme overview

Business studies minor at Krea introduces a student to the basics of business operations and entrepreneurship. Building on the guiding principles of Interwoven philosophy, this minor particularly addresses real world concerns and problem solving. Leveraging learnings from Krea undergraduate general education courses i.e., core and skills courses, it seeks to transcend disciplinary silos and inculcate functional knowledge through immersive learning of entrepreneurship and strategy. 

What makes

Business Studies at Krea Unique

Courses in the Business Studies Minor cover all the critical business functions so that the students who take this minor are well-prepared to face the challenges of the business world. Required and elective courses in this minor address the demands of today’s workplace: strong analytical skills to make sense of data (Information Systems and Business Analytics, Finance and Accounting as well as Supply Chain Management), and soft skills to engage employees and customers (Human Resource Management and Marketing).

By design, all of the Business minor courses are research-based and writing-intensive. These courses also place an emphasis on ethics, with an intention to prepare students to be comfortable with uncertainty and also to face the challenges of decision making. Faculty from diverse disciplines will offer these specialized courses that blend and extend the functional areas of business to provide interwoven learning.

Programme Structure

Learning Outcomes

The Business Studies Minor at Krea aims to develop students who can understand business concepts, think analytically, and apply knowledge ethically across fields.

 The programme will enable the students to: 

  • Understand and use proper technological tools and concepts to analyze data, interpret results, and effectively communicate their findings.
  • Demonstrate awareness of how organizations operate, make decisions, and respond to external forces.
  • Explain the nature of creativity and innovation and translate insights into opportunities and action.
  • Demonstrate the ability to responsibly collaborate with others to effectively disseminate project outcomes.
  • Evaluate issues related to corporate social responsibility, sustainability, equity, and leadership.

Assessment Methods

The students are holistically assessed based on quizzes, case analyses, group projects, business presentations, assignments and written exams.

Graduation Requirements

Business Studies graduation requirements for the three-year and four-year programmes:
Credits needed to earn a Minor
in Business Studies
Credits needed to earn a Concentration
in Business Studies
3-Year Programme 24 16
4-Year Programme 32 16
Business Studies graduation requirements for the three-year and four-year programmes:
Minor Concentration
Required Elective Required Elective
3-Year Programme 20 4 16 0
4-Year Programme 20 12 16 0
To earn a Business Studies Minor, or Concentration, students must complete the required and elective credits in Business Studies courses as indicated above.

Career and Study Opportunities

A minor in Business Studies will effectively contribute through professional roles in the corporate sector or start-ups, in academia, public policy or think tanks, in government, and in the non- government and non- profit sectors.

Partnerships

Krea University has partnerships with leading universities in India and abroad that offer students pathways for higher education and research. These collaborations create opportunities for postgraduate study, academic exchange, and continued learning across disciplines. Know more

Job roles: Business analyst, Communications specialist, Economic consultant, Government policy adviser, Management consultant, Market research analyst, Policy analyst, Trade manager and more.

Faculty

Dr Kumaravel S

Assistant Professor, Operations Management

Dr Swayam Sampurna Panigrahi

Assistant Professor, Operations

Dr Pallavi Pandey

Assistant Professor, HR & OB & Area Chair – OB & HR

Dr Sesha Sai Ram Meka

Assistant Professor, Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance

Dr Suresh G

Assistant Professor of Economics

Professor K V Easwaran

Professor of Practice of Finance

Dr Debasish Mishra

Assistant Professor, Data Science & Information Systems

Dr Sumit Mishra

Assistant Professor, Economics

Dr Ravi Thilagan

Adjunct Associate Professor in OB & HR

Dr Debankur Saha

Assistant Professor of Marketing

“Coming from a Science background, I was completely new to the field of Business Studies. Until I opted for a Business Studies minor at Krea, my knowledge and imagination of myself in this field were quite limited. However, after attending various courses taught by our very friendly faculty, I developed an interest in Business Studies. The courses were well-structured to ensure they contributed to developing the ability to identify and solve various problems, which I believe is a crucial quality for an entrepreneur. I learnt the important lesson that a single topic can be interpreted in multiple ways, and it is always better to choose the most effective approach. The group discussions and the practical aspects of the courses, including developing an idea for a startup, equipped me with entrepreneurial skills I had not previously recognised in myself and helped me stay updated with various business trends. I am truly thankful to Krea for helping me identify these skills, which are aiding me in building a successful career.”

Divya V

Cohort of 2021-24, SIAS