Shaping future business leaders

In 1994, the American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) launched its Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program with a major in Management Information Systems (MIS). Over the past three decades, FBA has produced more than 18,146 graduates. Over 2,681 BBA students are currently enrolled in the Faculty, which is supported by a 24:1 approximate student-to-faculty ratio. With an annual first-year seat capacity of 30-40 students per major, the Faculty ensures selectivity while remaining inclusive and diverse.

A balanced teaching methodology integrating theoretical foundation, industry relevance, and experiential learning defines the FBA, BBA Department's academic identity. Guided by the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) model, all teaching, learning, and assessments align with defined Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), and Graduate Attributes.

Business education at FBA is deeply interactive. Courses are complemented by dynamic academic platforms such as Business Week, HR Carnival, Biz-Tech, Research Colloquiums, the highly anticipated Business Plan Competitions, and the iconic THM Culinary Fair.

Corporate partnerships

FBA's strong corporate partnerships play an equally vital role in shaping student experience. Collaborations with organizations such as the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI), Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF), City Alo, Bangladesh Society for Human Resource Management (BSHRM), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB), Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB), Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB), Huawei ICT Academy, and others.

Global exposure

Through academic linkages and faculty-student exchange programs with institutions such as the University of Gävle in Sweden, along with South Asian partner universities, students gain valuable insight into international perspectives on business and governance. Participation in the AIUB International Conference on Business and Management (AICBM) further connects students with global scholars and practitioners, strengthening research capacity and networking.

Beyond Classroom

BBA, FBA program cultivates entrepreneurship and leadership. Its impactful Business Plan Competition helps students develop concepts into prototypes and startups. The AIUB Business Club further enhances this through events like the Business Idea Competition, Corporate Insight, and Youth Leadership Summit.

BBA, AIUB is expanding its curriculum to include future-focused skills like AI in business, digital supply chain, ethics, and sustainability. Recent and planned infrastructural enhancements, such as the new THM Lab and upcoming Business Analytics and Supply Chain Simulation Studios, will boost hands-on and simulation-based learning. The program is also actively refining its quality assurance, pursuing accreditation with PAASCU and the Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC)-BBA. Faculty of Business Administration is an Educational Member of AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) & ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs).