Bachelor of Banking & Insurance (BBI) - Course Overview

About Bachelor of Banking & Insurance (BBI)

Bachelor of Banking & Insurance (BBI) is a three-year undergraduate course divided into six semesters. It is structured in such a way that it provides training in the field of finance, banking, accounting, insurance law, insurance regulations, among others.

BBI not only covers the subjects from the banking field but also covers various subjects of commerce, and communication skills. It also helps train candidates how to efficiently handle technologies used in the field of banking and insurance. The main aim of BBI course is to provide students with a deep insight into the real world of banking and insurance through theory and practical sessions.

Bachelor of Banking & Insurance is a great career choice for those who wish to pursue their career in the banking field. It not only provides you with theoretical knowledge but also helps in its practical application and to provide ample exposure to students with market reforms, new banking policies and regulations. Students are trained with the help of different presentations, projects and assignments to understand the dynamics of finance in a better way. 

Bachelor of Banking & Insurance (BBI) Eligiblity Criteria

• Minimum Qualification Required: 10+2 or its equivalent examination
• Minimum Marks Required (Aggregate): 50% to 60%; varies from college to college

Note: It is mandatory to present all necessary original, mark sheet, and certificates at the time of admission.

BBI Admission Process

• Admission to the BBL course is on the basis of entrance test, some universities also conduct group discussions and personal interview.
• Some government colleges and universities conduct their own entrance examination.

Here’s a list of popular BBL Entrance Exams:

• Chandigarh University Entrance Test
• Naree Monjee College of Commerce & Economics Entrance Exam
• Mumbai University Entrance Test (more than 50 colleges in Mumbai offer the course )

Bachelor of Banking & Insurance (BBI) Syllabus

First Year:

Principles of Management	Micro Economics 1	Effective Communication 1 & 2
Management of Financial Services	Financial Accounting	Macro Economics 1
Effective Communication 1	Effective Communication 2	Quantitative Methods 1
Business Law	Principles of Banking & Insurance	Introduction to Computer Systems

 

Second Year:

Financial Management 1 & 2	Universal Banking	Management Accounting
Customer Relationship	Financial Market	Entrepreneurship Management
Taxation of Financial Services	Cost Accounting, Insurance & Banking	Financial Reporting & Analysis

 

Third Year:

Central Banking	Auditing	International Business
International Banking	Portfolio Management	Business Ethics
Banking Project	Strategic Management	Turnaround Management

Career Options and Job Prospects

After successfully completing Bachelors of Banking & Insurance, candidates can go for higher studies or can start a job in banking, insurance, financing, auditing, and accounting sector as per their interests.

To further diversify their knowledge candidates can go for certifications such as CFP, CA, CS after few years of professional experience in the respective field.

An average Banking & Insurance fresher can get a salary package of Rs. 3 lakh to Rs. 4 lakh annually. However, one can start working with reputed and nationalised banks, MNCs, finance sector for better employment opportunties and salary packages.