BBA – Banking & Insurance
The BBA – Banking & Insurance (BBA-BI) is a specialized 4-year undergraduate program affiliated with Pokhara University, offered at NTHMC's Center for Business Management in Gairapatan, Pokhara-4. This program is tailor-made for students who aspire to build careers in Nepal's growing banking, insurance, and financial services sectors.
The curriculum combines core business administration subjects with in-depth modules in banking operations, insurance principles, financial markets, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Students gain practical exposure through bank visits, insurance company attachments, and industry internships.
Program Highlights
- Specialized Banking Curriculum — In-depth coverage of banking operations, credit management, and commercial banking practice.
- Insurance Expertise — Comprehensive study of life & non-life insurance, underwriting, and claims management.
- Financial Markets Knowledge — Capital markets, investment portfolio management, and digital banking curriculum.
- Digital Banking & Fintech — Modern fintech, mobile banking, and digital payment systems for a digital economy.
- Regulatory Knowledge — NRB regulations, SEBON policies, and compliance frameworks covered in depth.
- Industry Partnerships — Strong links with commercial banks and insurance companies for internship placements.
Eligibility Criteria
- Completion of 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized board or university
- Minimum second division or equivalent CGPA
- Must pass the Pokhara University Entrance Examination (PUEE)
- Basic numeracy and analytical skills preferred
- Nepali citizen or foreign national with valid NOC from Ministry of Education
Career Prospects
- Bank Officer / Branch Manager
- Insurance Underwriter / Claims Officer
- Credit Analyst / Loan Officer
- Financial Analyst / Investment Advisor
- Risk Management Officer
- Compliance Officer (NRB entities)
- Treasury Officer
- Financial Planner / Wealth Manager
- Fintech Specialist
Curriculum Overview
(4 Semesters — click to expand)
Semesters I & II – Business Foundation
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- Principles of Management
- Financial Accounting I & II
- Business Mathematics & Statistics
- Microeconomics & Macroeconomics
- Introduction to Banking & Insurance
- Business Communication
Semesters III & IV – Core Finance & Banking
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- Banking Operations & Management
- Principles of Insurance
- Financial Management
- Business Law & Banking Regulations
- Credit & Lending Management
- Life & Non-Life Insurance Products
Semesters V & VI – Advanced Banking & Insurance
Internship I
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- Risk Management in Banking & Insurance
- Investment Banking & Capital Markets
- Insurance Claims & Underwriting
- Central Banking & Monetary Policy
- Digital Banking & Fintech
- Internship I
Semesters VII & VIII – Specialization & Project
Final Internship & Viva
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- Corporate Governance & Compliance
- International Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Internship II / Final Placement
- Research Project / Thesis
- Comprehensive Viva Voce
