Bachelor In Information Management (BIM)

Vision of BIM Program

A Bachelor's degree in Information Management equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate this digital landscape. From understanding IT fundamentals to mastering data analysis techniques and ensuring information security, students gain a comprehensive foundation to thrive in diverse roles across industries where information is key to success. BIM provides and exposure to the challenges of doing business in a global context.

The Bachelor of Information Management (BIM) is a four year eight semester program of the Faculty of Management, Tribhuvan University offering integrated Information Technology and Management courses. This course is envisioned to enable students to develop skills in information technology, and then apply the theories and concepts of a broad, integrated curriculum covering computing, informatics, business fundamentals, and critical and analytical decision-making.

Objective of BIM Program

MISSION

The mission of FOM's Bachelor of Information Management (BIM) program is to develop socially responsive, creative, and result oriented information technology (IT) professionals. The BIM program is designed to equip graduates with the skills and attributes required to be effective and efficient information technology professionals.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAM

Prepare IT professionals proficient in the use of computers and computational techniques in order to develop effective information systems to solve real life problems in the organizational milieu. Develop students' skill in object-oriented software design methods and data management systems. Provide professional training to students by combining information technology with managerial skills. Prepare students to proceed on to postgraduate level study in information management within and outside the country.

Course Duration

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Written Test:

Eligible applicants are required to appear in the entrance test commonly known as Central Management Admission Test (CMAT) conducted by the Faculty of Management. The test will follow the international testing pattern and standards.

It includes the areas like:

Verbal ability

Quantitative ability

Logical reasoning

General awareness

There shall be altogether one hundred (100) objective questions in the CMAT containing twenty (25) questions in each section with a total weight of 100 marks. Student must secure a minimum of 40% in the CMAT in order to qualify for the interview.

Interview

Applicants securing above cut off point marks in the CMAT will be short-listed. Only short listed candidates will be interviewed and selected for admission.

Teaching Pedagogy

The general teaching pedagogy includes class lectures, group discussions, case studies, guest lectures, role play, research work, project work (individual and group), assignments (theoretical and practical), and term papers. The teaching faculty will determine the choice of teaching pedagogy as per the need of the course. The concerned faculty shall develop a detailed course outline and work plan at the beginning of each semester and also recommends the basic text and other reference materials for effective teaching-learning of the course modules.

Internship

In the final semester, students shall be attached to organizations where they have to work for a period of eight weeks. Each student shall prepare an individual project report in the prescribed format based on his / her work in the respective organization assigned to him / her. Evaluation of the internship shall be based on the confidential report by the organization, project report and presentation of the report. The report must be submitted by the end of the eighth semester. Students must secure a minimum grade of "C" in the internship. The internship carries a weight equivalent to 3 credit hours.

Examination, Evaluation and Grading System

The BIM program will be executed through the semester system. The regular program shall be completed in eight semesters. The internal (ongoing) evaluation and the external (end of semester) examination shall carry 40 percent and 60 percent weightage respectively. The semester examinations shall be conducted by FOM. The final grade of the student shall be determined on the overall performance in the internal and external examinations.

Passing Grade and Grading System

The final evaluation of students is done through the examination conducted by Tribhuvan University. Students must secure a minimum of grade ‘B’ or Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 in the internal evaluation in order to qualify to appear in the semester examination. In order to pass the semester examination the student must secure a minimum of grade ‘B’ or the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00. The grading system shall be as follows:

Letter Grade Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) Marks Obtained in Percent Divisions / Remarks

A 4.00 90 - 100 Distinction

A- 3.70 - 3.99 80 - 89.9 Very Good

B+ 3.30 - 3.69 70 - 79.9 First Division

B 3.00 - 3.29 60 - 69.9 Second Division

B- 2.70 - 2.99 50 - 59.9 Pass in Individual

Subject F Below 2.70 Below 50 Fail

 Make up/Retake Exam

Make up/Retake examination shall be conducted as per the semester guidelines.

ATTENDANCE

Students are required to attend regularly all theory and practical classes, assignments, study tour, field trip, seminars and presentations as required by the course. A student is required to attend at least 80 percent of such activities in order to qualify for the semester examination.

CREDIT TRANSFERS AND WITHDRAWL

The program allows students to transfer the credits earned by them in similar program of other universities recognized by Tribhuvan University. A student who has partially completed the BIMprogram and would like to discontinue his / her studies shall also be allowed to withdraw from the program. In such cases, a certificate specifying the credit earned by the student in the program shall be provided.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The BIM program extends over eight semesters (four academic years). The BIM degree is awarded upon its successful completion of all the following requirements specified by the curriculum. The successful completion of 126 credit hours as prescribed with a minimum of passing grade in all courses with an aggregate CGPA of 3.00. A minimum of grade ‘B’ obtained in the Industrial Attachment Project. Completion of courses for the fulfillment of the requirements of the BIM program must occur within seven years from the time of registration.

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE

The BIM program requires the students to study a total of 126 credit hours. The curricular structure of the program comprises of the following four separate course components.

I. Management Courses 30 Cr

II. Analytical and Support Courses 21 Cr

III. Information Technology and Computing Courses 63Cr

IV. Elective Courses 06 Cr

V. Project 03 Cr

VI. Internship 03 Cr

Total 126

Admission Requirements

ELIGIBILITY

Students applying for admission to the BIM program must have

10+2 or Equivalent discipline recognized by TU with minimum score of second division Students must pass Entrance Exam conducted by IOST, TU

 Successfully completed twelve-year schooling or its equivalent from any university, board or institution recognized by Tribhuvan University.

 Minimum D+ grade in each subject of grade 11 and 12 with CGPA 1.80 or more / Secured at least second division in the 10+2, PCL or equivalent program; 

Students must pass CMAT conducted by Faculty Of Management (FOM), TU

 Complied with all the application procedure.

Syllabus:

• FIRST SEMESTER
• SECOND SEMESTER
• THIRD SEMESTER
• FOURTH SEMESTER
• FIFTH SEMESTER
• SIXTH SEMESTER
• SEVENTH SEMESTER
• EIGHTH SEMESTER

Fee Structure: