Curriculum: Banking and Finance
Program Duration
3–4 Years (6–8 Semesters)
Program Objectives
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Build strong foundations in banking systems and financial markets
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Develop analytical, quantitative, and decision-making skills
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Prepare students for careers in banking, finance, fintech, investment, and regulation
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Encourage ethical and professional financial practices
Year 1: Foundations
Semester 1
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Principles of Economics (Microeconomics)
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Introduction to Banking
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Financial Accounting I
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Business Mathematics
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Business Communication
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Computer Applications in Business
Semester 2
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Macroeconomics
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Financial Accounting II
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Principles of Management
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Business Statistics
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Introduction to Finance
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Business Law
Year 2: Core Banking & Finance
Semester 3
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Money and Banking
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Corporate Finance I
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Financial Institutions and Markets
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Cost and Management Accounting
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Quantitative Methods for Finance
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Entrepreneurship Studies
Semester 4
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Corporate Finance II
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Commercial Bank Operations
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Investment Analysis
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Taxation Principles
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Research Methods in Finance
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Ethics in Banking and Finance
Year 3: Advanced Applications
Semester 5
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Risk Management in Banking
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International Banking and Finance
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Portfolio Management
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Financial Statement Analysis
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Central Banking and Monetary Policy
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Elective I
Semester 6
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Credit Management
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Financial Derivatives
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Treasury and Fund Management
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Banking Regulations and Compliance
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Elective II
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Internship / Industrial Training
Final Year (Optional / Honors Program)
Semester 7
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Strategic Financial Management
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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FinTech and Digital Banking
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Behavioral Finance
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Elective III
Semester 8
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Project / Thesis in Banking and Finance
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Seminar and Case Studies
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Professional Certification Preparation (CFA/FRM/ACCA – Intro Level)
Electives (Sample Options)
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Islamic Banking and Finance
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Microfinance and Financial Inclusion
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Insurance and Risk Analysis
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Sustainable Finance
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Financial Modeling
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Capital Market Operations
Assessment Methods
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Examinations
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Assignments & Case Studies
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Group Projects
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Internship Reports
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Final Research Project
Career Pathways
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Commercial & Investment Banking
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Financial Analysis
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Risk & Compliance
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Treasury Management
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FinTech & Digital Finance
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Central Banks & Regulatory Bodies
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