MBA (Global Business)

Pokhara University
2 years
Rs.
Updated December 6, 2025

University

Pokhara University

Duration

2 years

Fee

Rs.

Colleges

1+

Summary

A two-year trimester-based MBA program focused on preparing managers with strong analytical, strategic, and leadership capabilities who can operate effectively in global and regional business environments.

MBA (Global Business) under Pokhara University develops professionals who understand global business dynamics, cross-border management practices, and modern managerial tools. The curriculum balances foundational management knowledge with global business perspectives, covering finance, marketing, HR, operations, analytics, and strategic management. The program maintains the structure of a regular MBA but embeds international exposure through integrative courses, case studies, and global business contexts. Students specialize in a functional area and complete project work during the final term to gain real-world organizational experience. 

Description

Curricular Structure (Table)

Total Credits: 69 | Duration: 2 Years | 6 Trimesters

(Exact internal course names may vary slightly by institution; structure is standardized by Pokhara University.)

Course CategoryDescription
Foundation & Analytical CoursesQuantitative techniques, business economics, managerial communication, statistics
Core & Functional CoursesFinance, marketing, HR, operations, organizational behavior, accounting
Global Business–Focused CoursesInternational business, global strategy, cross-cultural management, global economics
Specialization CoursesFinance / Marketing / Human Resources / Other offered concentrations
Integrative CoursesStrategic management, corporate governance, business environment
ElectivesSector-specific or interest-based advanced subjects
Project WorkOrganizational project during the sixth trimester

 

Term I

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
STT 501Business Statistics3
ECO 511Economic Analysis for Business3
IMS 521Management Information System3
ACC 515Financial Reporting and Analysis3

Term II

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
ACC 516Managerial Accounting2
COM 505Managerial Communication2
STT 502Data Analysis for Decision Modeling3
FIN 531Financial Management2
MKT 561Marketing Management2
MGT 542OB and Leadership2
COM 506Communication Skill Practicum1

Term III

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
ECO 512Macroeconomics and the Global Economy2
MGT 546Operations and Service Management2
MGT 543Human Resource Management2
MGT 545International Business2
RES 611Business Research Methodology2
—Concentration I2

Term IV

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
MGT 546Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation2
MGT 653International Management2
MGT 557Global Business Development Plan: Graduate Seminar2
—Concentration II2
—Concentration III2
—Elective I2
—Elective II2

Term V

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
MGT 655Cross Cultural Communication and Negotiations2
MGT 790Seminar in International Strategic Management2
MGT 651Seminar in Business and Development in South Asia2
—Concentration IV2
MGT 548Internship3

Term VI

Course CodeCourse DescriptionCredit Hours
MGT 549Business Environment Analysis3
MGT 550Strategic Management2
RES 612Graduate Research Project3

Features

Features

  • Six-trimester intensive structure focused on global exposure
  • Integration of contemporary tools, techniques, and managerial frameworks
  • Strong focus on leadership, communication, and decision-making
  • Final-term organizational project for real-world business insights
  • Specialization options in functional areas like Finance, Marketing, HR
  • Curriculum mapped to global and regional business competitiveness
  • Designed for both career acceleration and leadership preparation

Fee (Approximation)

Private colleges under Pokhara University commonly fall within:
NPR 5,50,000 – 8,50,000 for the full MBA (Global Business) program
(SAIM is typically within this range.)

Admission Process

Admission Process (Points)

  • Applicant must have bachelor’s degree with at least 45% or 2.0 CGPA
  • Submit application form and required academic documents
  • Sit for Pokhara University Management Admission Test (PUMAT)
  • Shortlisting based on test scores
  • Attend group discussion and personal interview
  • Final selection based on composite score: academics + PUMAT + GD + PI
  • Complete enrollment and trimester registration

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • Management consultant
  • Business development manager
  • Global operations manager
  • Marketing strategist
  • Financial analyst
  • HR manager
  • International trade officer
  • Entrepreneur or startup founder
  • Supply chain and logistics coordinator
  • Corporate planning and strategy analyst

Colleges Offering This Course

South Asian Institute of Management (SAIM)