The BBA (Hons.) - Family Business Degree programme at Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) is designed to groom students for professional success in family businesses. The curriculum is delivered by highly qualified faculties through a unique mix of pedagogy, including case studies, experiential exercises, and simulations.

With a global and industry focus, the programme equips students with both relevant conceptual knowledge and practical skills necessary for the challenges of professionalization and transformation of family businesses. Students also have access to a significant range of electives tailored for family business topics, including experiential learning projects and international immersions.

The four-year fully residential programme is specifically designed for students with a clear upfront desire to pursue a career in their family business, providing them with the necessary tools and skills to succeed.

What Makes It Different at JGU?

• Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) offers a world-class learning experience through its exceptional faculty that includes internationally-qualified teaching and research professionals from top universities such as IITs, IIMs, XLRI, ISB, Oxford, and Harvard. The faculty-student ratio of 1:9 ensures personalized attention and support for students to achieve their academic and professional goals.

• JGBS is committed to providing a unique interdisciplinary curriculum that blends business education with law, public policy, and various other subjects from different schools. This approach is aimed at developing a comprehensive and holistic understanding of the business environment among students. JGBS has partnerships with renowned institutions in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, and Singapore for student mobility, enabling students to gain a global perspective and add to their international credentials.

• The programme also emphasizes practical skills development, such as leadership, communication, and negotiation, which are essential for success in family businesses. By the end of the programme, students are well-equipped to take on various roles and responsibilities in their family businesses or start their ventures with the knowledge and skills to succeed.
   

The BBA (Hons.) Family Business Programme at Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) is a four-year fully residential course that is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and grow a family business. The curriculum is delivered through a mix of theoretical and practical training, including case studies, experiential exercises, and simulations. The programme is taught by highly qualified faculty members who have earned their PhDs from top management schools in India and around the world.

The course covers a wide range of topics related to family business, including family dynamics, governance, succession planning, and strategic management. Students will also learn about financial management, marketing, and human resource management, which are essential skills for running a successful business. The programme is designed to provide students with a global and industry-focused perspective, and they will have the opportunity to take a range of electives tailored to family business topics.

In addition to classroom learning, students will also have the opportunity to participate in action learning projects and international immersions, which will give them hands-on experience working in a family business setting. The programme also includes a mandatory family business internship, which will provide students with real-world experience and the opportunity to apply what they have learned in the classroom. The BBA (Hons.) Family Business Programme at JGBS is an excellent choice for students who want to pursue a career in their family business or start their own business.

Duration- 4 years

Successful completion of Class XII or equivalent examination in any stream from an Indian or International Board (CBSE | ISC | State Board | NIOS | CAIE* | IB**) recognized by AIU – Association of Indian Universities.

* CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education)
(The candidate must have passed the Examination equivalent to the Grade 10 with a Minimum of 5 subjects including English & the candidate must have passed the A Level examination with 2/3 subjects at Advanced Level)

** IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma / Course (Certificate) students must secure a minimum of 24 Credits with 3 HL (Higher Learning) & 3 SL (Standard Learning) subjects.

Applicants are selected through a holistic admission process conducted over three rounds based on X and XII grades, Supplementary Questions, Entrance Exam (SAT ≥ 1100 Score | ACT ≥ 27 Points | UGAT/ CUET ≥ 60 Percentile or Online JSAT (Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test) ≥ 50 Percentage, conducted by JGU.

Imbibing the best practices from international universities, Jindal Global Business School follows a holistic admission process. An applicant is evaluated on the basis of a combination of Academic and non-academic performance scores.

The online admission process for JGBS undergraduate programmes for the academic year 2026 is open. Please find the details of the selection process below.

Round 1- Application Assessment

• To start your application register with an active email address. Your login details will be sent to this email account after due verification. All relevant information will be communicated to the applicant at this registered email address.

• The applicant should provide all the information sought in the application, both in the mandatory and non-mandatory sections, as it will help in better evaluation.

• Please keep scanned copies of the following documents handy for uploading:
  • Class X Board Scores or Equivalent and Class XII Board Scores or Equivalent (if completed)
  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Competitive exam score

X and XII Board Exam Scores

• Applicants are required to upload their Grades/Scores for class 10th (or equivalent) and class 12th (or equivalent). If the applicant does not have their Class XII grades/scores at the time of applying, he/she may mention ‘Awaited’ in the relevant column. Please note that the candidature of the application is decided taking broader patterns into consideration.

Supplementary Questions

• For each programme, applicants will be asked to answer 2 mandatory questions.

• Note: If you apply for multiple programmes, you have a different set of supplemental questions for each programme.

Passport Size Photograph

• Please upload the recent front-facing picture with a neutral background. Selfies not permissible. 

Qualifying Competitive Examination Score

• Mention the relevant score (JSAT / ACT / SAT / UGAT / CUET - 2026) in the application form.

• If an applicant is yet to appear for any qualifying examinations or is awaiting the examination results, he/she may click ‘Awaited’ in the relevant column. 

• Students who have not appeared for SAT / ACT / UGAT / CUET – 2026 are encouraged to apply through JSAT – Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test.

Supported Documents for Extra-Curricular Activities

• The applicant can attach relevant documents (certificates, artwork, writing samples, letters of recommendation, etc.) for the extra-curricular section to substantiate the listed activities.

• Click Submit at the end, after you pay the application fee and complete the form.

• An Online Application Number will be displayed upon successful submission of the form by making the payment. The applicant must use the ‘Application Number’ as a reference while communicating with us.

Round 2- Online Entrance Examination

• Applicants who have advanced to Round 2 will have to follow the below mentioned steps

Appearing for Entrance Exam (JSAT)

• Students qualifying the minimum cut-off requirements in the entrance will be notified over call/e-mail and shall move to Round 3.

Round 3- Online Faculty Interview

• Applicants will be interviewed by a panel of JGBS faculty members. They are evaluated based on their communication skills, confidence, curiosity, clarity of expression, nuanced thinking, and subject knowledge.

Important Notes:

• Candidates shortlisted after Interview shall receive a Provisional Offer of Admissions over email.
• If an applicant does not respond within the stipulated time their application is declared inactive.
• Candidates who are willing to enroll are required to pay the registration fee of Rs. 1,25,000 to secure a seat.
• After the declaration of Board results, students need to forward their transcripts to the Admission Staff.
• Students qualifying for the Scholarship will be notified separately over email and their respective amount is adjusted in their 2nd Semester fee.

Waitlisted Applicants

• Applicants may also be waitlisted depending on their results. Waitlisted applicants are requested to upload their XII results as soon as they are released. Such applicants may also be asked to do an additional interview.

Apply Now - https://admissions.jgu.edu.in

Tuition Fees*: 5,00,000/- (INR per annum)

*The Tuition fee, accommodation charges and other allied service charges are subject to an annual increase of ten percent (10%).

**The security deposit will be fully refunded, subject to the completion of studies and/or receipt of a ‘No Dues Certificate’. The security deposit shall not carry any interest.

Graduates of the BBA (Hons.) Family Business Programme at JGBS are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to take on leadership roles in their family businesses, as well as pursue careers in related fields. Some of the career opportunities available to graduates of this programme include:

• Family Business Management: Graduates can take on leadership roles in their family businesses, managing day-to-day operations, and driving growth and innovation.

• Entrepreneurship: Graduates can start their own businesses and use the skills and knowledge gained from the programme to build successful ventures.

• Consulting: Graduates can work as family business consultants, providing advice and guidance to help other family businesses overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

• Finance: Graduates can pursue careers in finance, including roles in investment banking, wealth management, and private equity.

• Marketing: Graduates can work in marketing and sales roles, developing strategies to promote and grow family businesses.

• Non-profit sector: Graduates can work in non profit organisations focused on supporting family businesses and their communities.

• Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management
• Sales and Distribution Management
• Responsibility for the Digital age
• Change Leadership
• HR Analytics
• Personal Tax Planning
• Pricing Strategy
• HR Value Proposition
• Brand Management
• Corporate Valuation
• Cyber Security and Management
• Developing & Engaging the Multigenerational Workforce
• Diversity & Inclusion Management
• Financial Analytics with R
• Financial markets of the European Union
• International Finance
• Sustainable HRM
• The EU Foreign Trade Policy: an Asian perspective
• Understanding Financial Statements
• Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice
• Entrepreneurship & Opportunity
• RISE: Research & Innovation Semesters for Entrepreneurs
• Blue Ocean Strategy
• Impact Investing
• Compensation Management
• Consumer Behaviour
• Credit Appraisal & Finance
• Group Dynamics
• Introduction to Derivatives Market
• Personal & Interpersonal Effectiveness
• Services Marketing
• Tourism & Hospitality Marketing
• Business Calculus and Applications
• Data Visualization
• Predictive Analytics and Data Mining
• Financial Statement Analytics
• Private Equity and Venture Capital
• Workplace Wellness: Ensuring Mental Health
• Strategic Marketing

• The scholarships will be awarded on a merit-cum-means basis, following a transparent and holistic admissions process. We maintain a robust review system where the Scholarship Committee evaluates each application with equality and transparency.
• The Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship covers the tuition fee only.
• Students are not eligible to receive multiple scholarships or fee concessions.
• All scholarships and fellowships are subject to review.
• Education Loan Support: JGU has established tie-ups with AVANSE (ICICI), Dena Bank, Axis Bank, and Credila (HDFC) to facilitate educational loans for admitted students at the university. Learn more about education loan support here.
• Scholarships are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Rules and regulations related to scholarships are reviewed annually to adapt to external changes and uncertainties, ensuring maximum benefit for students.

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