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3-Year Program

BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business

Chitkara Business School’s BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business is designed for next-generation family business leaders, aspiring founders and changemakers. The program combines business management fundamentals with focused learning in venture creation, business model innovation and family business management, preparing students to launch new ventures or grow established enterprises.

About the Program

The BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business at Chitkara University is designed for students who want to build, manage or expand businesses. With family enterprises playing an important role in the Indian economy, the program addresses the growing need for professional management, business innovation and effective succession planning. It helps students understand how businesses operate, how opportunities can be identified and how family enterprises can balance traditional values with modern business practices.

The curriculum combines foundational business subjects with specialised learning in entrepreneurship, venture creation and family business management. Students explore areas such as business planning, business model innovation, entrepreneurial finance, market research, business law, family business governance and succession planning. Through case studies, business simulations, founder interactions, investor sessions and live projects, students gain practical insights into developing business ideas, testing models, building products and raising funds. The Founder’s Capstone further provides an opportunity to pitch a venture idea to a real investor, preparing students to pursue entrepreneurial ventures or contribute to the growth of established family businesses.

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About Chitkara Business School

Chitkara Business School approaches management education through applied learning, industry engagement and interdisciplinary thinking. Students work across business, technology, entrepreneurship and emerging markets within a curriculum shaped by contemporary industry realities and global economic change. Guided by faculty, researchers and industry practitioners, they develop the analytical, strategic and leadership capabilities required for complex organisational environments. Through collaborative projects, experiential learning and exposure to real‑world business ecosystems, students gain the perspective and adaptability needed to navigate evolving industries and lead responsibly in increasingly interconnected global economies.

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BBA (Hons.) in Entrepreneurship & Family Business

The 3-Year BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business offers students the option to extend their studies by one additional year and graduate with a BBA (Honours) degree. This provides an opportunity to pursue further academic learning and build on the knowledge gained during the first three years.

Why Study BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business

Top Reasons
  • Develop the skills required to start and manage a business.
  • Learn how to professionalise and expand family-owned enterprises.
  • Gain practical exposure through business simulations, case studies and live projects.
  • Learn the Lean Startup methodology, business model innovation and venture creation.
  • Interact with entrepreneurs, investors and family business leaders.
  • Explore startup funding, entrepreneurial finance and investor pitching.
  • Develop an understanding of business governance and succession planning.
Learning Outcomes
  • Develop a strong foundation in business management, accounting, economics and marketing.
  • Identify business opportunities and evaluate their commercial potential.
  • Design business models, test ideas and develop products based on customer feedback.
  • Understand entrepreneurial finance, fundraising and business planning.
  • Apply professional management practices to family-owned enterprises.
  • Develop knowledge of succession planning, family business governance and wealth preservation.
  • Build skills in strategic management, business growth and digital transformation.

Curriculum

The BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business curriculum is spread across six semesters, moving from foundational business concepts to specialised entrepreneurial and family business learning.

The early semesters cover management, accounting, economics, marketing, organisational behaviour and business communication, along with an introduction to entrepreneurship, innovation and family enterprises. Students then progress to specialised subjects such as new venture creation, design thinking, business planning, business model innovation, entrepreneurial finance, market research and business law. They learn to evaluate business opportunities, test concepts, develop prototypes and build Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).

The later semesters focus on family business governance, succession planning, wealth preservation, strategic management, scaling, diversification, digital transformation, change management and leadership. Founder interactions, investor feedback, pitch presentations, practical projects and a summer internship help students apply their learning to real business situations.

Career Opportunities

A BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business prepares students for opportunities in family enterprises, startups, business development and strategic management. Graduates can apply their knowledge to build new ventures, strengthen existing businesses or pursue professional roles across different industries.

  • Enterprise Leader
  • Entrepreneur / Startup Founder
  • Business Development Manager
  • Growth Manager
  • Startup Operations Manager
  • Family Business Consultant
  • Corporate Strategy Associate
  • Venture Development Associate
  • Social Entrepreneur
  • E-commerce Professional
  • Business Modernisation Specialist
  • Venture Capital Analyst

How to Apply

In order to pursue BBA in Entrepreneurship & Family Business, students can start their application by:

  • Download the admission form from the Chitkara University website, or getting it from the nearest bookstore to your place.
  • Duly filling in the admission form, attaching the required certificates and sending it to the Chief Admissions Officer at Chitkara University.
  • Getting the details and certificates submitted with the form verified.
  • Receiving a message from the assigned Relationship Manager for further assistance after successful verification.

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About Chitkara University

Chitkara University brings together research, technology, creativity and industry to shape an education aligned with a rapidly changing world. Recognised among India’s leading universities and located near Chandigarh, Chitkara University nurtures interdisciplinary learning, applied thinking and meaningful industry engagement across disciplines. Students learn in environments driven by innovation, collaboration and real-world problem solving, supported by accomplished faculty, advanced infrastructure and global exposure. With strong academic foundations and access to 2,000+ recruiters, the University prepares graduates to contribute thoughtfully and lead confidently across industries, organisations and emerging global sectors.

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Building Futures through Meaningful Experiences

Chitkara University combines academic learning with research, entrepreneurship, global exposure and industry engagement to create transformative student experiences. Supported by experiential learning, collaboration and innovation-driven opportunities, students strengthen problem‑solving abilities, leadership capabilities and real‑world skills needed for rapidly changing professional and global environments across diverse industries and emerging sectors.

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Led by distinguished academicians Chancellor Dr. Ashok K Chitkara and President & Co-Founder Dr. Madhu Chitkara, our institution reflects four decades of educational excellence. These passionate educators maintain hands‑on involvement in campus life, actively engaging with academic communities while building strategic partnerships.

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