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September, 11, 2025
MIT Nepal
The Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) is one of the most popular undergraduate courses in Nepal, mostly chosen by students interested in management, finance, and business.
BBS graduates have a wide range of career options, the traditional ones being in banks, companies, and government offices, with more non-traditional entrepreneurial ventures like startups, freelancing, and consultancy.
Which path should you follow? It depends on your skills, interests, and long-term goals.
Read this blog and find which path is the most suitable one for you.
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About BBS
BBS is a four-year undergraduate course offered by Tribhuvan University, Purbanchal University, Mid-Western and Far-Western University, and Nepal Open University.
The main objective of the program is to provide students with a strong foundation in business, management, and finance, and to develop theoretical and practical knowledge in accounting, economics, marketing, human resource management, and business law.
Here’s a brief overview of the course:
| Year | Focus Area | Subjects Taught |
| First | Foundation of Business & Management | Business English Business Statistics Microeconomics Accounting for Financial Analysis Principles of Management |
| Second | Core Business Functions | Business Communication Macroeconomics Cost & Management Accounting Fundamentals of Financial Management Organizational Behaviour Human Resource Management |
| Third | Advanced Management & Specialization | Business Law Fundamentals of Marketing Business Environment & Strategy Taxation In Nepal Foundation of Financial Systems |
| Fourth | Application & Research | Business Research Methods Entrepreneurship Corporate Finance Fundamentals of Investment Management of Financial Institutions Electives/ Project Work |
Skills BBS students Should Have
These are some of the skills you should learn and have as a BBS student:
Decision-making based on data, critical thinking, and strategic planning.
Building professional relationships, teamwork, and professional ethics.
These skills are important regardless of the route you want to take.
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The Traditional Path
Finding a job in a relevant sector and role is the traditional path for BBS graduates, some of whom are:
Graduates often work in the roles of junior accountant, accounts assistant, and finance officer, managing financial records, preparing balance sheets, handling tax filings, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
BBS graduates also get employed as bank trainees, relationship officers, and loan officers to assist in banking operations, managing customer relationships, processing loans, and promoting banking products.
You can also be a sales officer, marketing executive, or brand manager to develop marketing strategies, conduct market research, promote products and services, and increase sales rates.
You can be an HR assistant, a recruitment officer, and a training coordinator, to manage recruitment processes, organize training sessions, handle employee relations, and ensure labor laws are not violated.
Companies employ BBS graduates for the roles of administrative officers, operations managers, and project coordinators to oversee daily operations, manage office resources, coordinate projects, and improve organizational efficiency.
In this area, you will work as an insurance agent, claims officer, and underwriting assistant, and sell insurance policies, process claims, assess risks, and maintain customer satisfaction.
Another popular sector in which you can work as a school teacher, college teacher, and academic coordinator, and deliver lessons, prepare educational materials, assess student performance, and contribute to curriculum development.
| Career Path | Entry-Level Salary (NPR/month) | Mid-Level Salary (NPR/month) | Senior-Level Salary (NPR/month) |
| Accounting & Finance | 15,000-25,000 | 30,000-50,000 | 60,000-1,00,000 |
| Banking & Financial Services | 22,000-30,000 | 50,000-80,000 | 1,00,000-1,50,000 |
| Sales & Marketing | 18,000-25,000 | 40,000-70,000 | 80,000-1,50,000 |
| Human Resources | 15,000-20,000 | 30,000-50,000 | 60,000-1,00,000 |
| Administration & Management | 15,000-28,000 | 35,000-60,000 | 70,000-1,20,000 |
| Insurance Sector | 15,000-28,000 | 30,000-60,000 | 70,000-1,20,000 |
| Teaching & Academia | 15,000-25,000 | 30,000-50,000 | 60,000-1,00,000 |
Note: These are approximate values and vary based on location, company size, and individual performance.
Pros and Cons of taking the traditional route
| Pros | Cons |
| Work-Life Balance | Limited Income Potential |
| Professional Exposure | Less Creative Freedom |
| Regular Income | Dependence on Employers |
| Structured Career Growth | Routine Nature of Work |
| Job Security | Slower Skill Diversification |
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The Entrepreneurial Path
But if you have a risk-taking mindset, creativity, and leadership skills, you can take the entrepreneurial path.
It offers a more exciting alternative to traditional jobs, being able to start your own business, become a freelancer, or join a startup.
The key opportunities in Entrepreneurship are:
You can start a small or medium-scale business in retail, hospitality, e-commerce, education, or services.
BBS graduates can also work as business consultants, financial advisors, or marketing consultants.
Freelancing gives you flexibility, diverse project experience, and opportunities to work for international clients.
You can also join technology-driven startups and social enterprises in FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, and eco-friendly businesses.
You also have the option to buy and manage a franchise of a well-known brand.
There is also the option of experimenting with emerging opportunities like E-commerce, digital marketing, content creation, and dropshipping.
The Pros and Cons of an Entrepreneurial Path
| Pros | Cons |
| Unlimited Growth Potential for Income | High Failure Risk |
| Creative Freedom | Uncertainty in Income |
| Flexibility | Heavy Workload |
| Opportunity to work on your own ideas | Financial and Mental Pressure |
| Personal Growth | Uncertain Career Path |
| Global Opportunities |
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Which one should you choose?
If you prioritize having stability, structured growth, and predictable income, take the traditional route.
It is a suitable option for you if you like the structure and professional experience you can gain from working in an already established company.
You will have fewer career risks, a stable income, and clear roles with regular working hours.
Conversely, the entrepreneurial route is the greatest choice if you are self-driven, imaginative, and don't mind taking risks.
Follow your passion and pursue an entrepreneurial career if you desire independence, flexibility, adaptability, and the freedom to make your own decisions. A venture into the unknown should also thrill you more than it should frighten you.
You will face uncertainty, invest effort and time, and have to adapt to market challenges to achieve high growth and financial rewards.
Remember, hard work and determination determine your success in whichever path you take.
MIT is the catalyst for obtaining an American degree in Nepal, with a seamless credit transfer process, a spectrum of program choices, and a commitment to fostering international achievement. Through flexible pathways and a strong partnership with the International American University, MIT empowers students to realize their academic and career aspirations on a global stage.
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