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About the Course

Starting a business enterprise is similar to any other human effort in which resources are employed to achieve certain objectives. Successful results in business depend largely upon the ability of the entrepreneurs or the starters of a new business to anticipate problems and solve them with minimum cost. This is especially true of the modern business world where competition is very tough and risks are high. Some of the problems, which business firms encounter, are of basic nature. For example, to start a factory, plans must be made about the location of the business, the possible number of customers, the kind of equipment required and the amount of money needed to procure them, the shop layout, purchasing and financing needs, and hiring of workers for its effective implementation. These problems become more complex in a big business. One can flounce to start the business who studies the business formalities like selection of line of business, size of the firm, form of ownership, location of business enterprise, getting financial resources, physical facilities, plant layout, competent and committed work force, tax planning and launching the enterprise.

Course Layout

Chapter No.Module No.Module Name
Chapter 1Module 1Business, Trade and Commerce – Part 1
Module 2Business, Trade and Commerce – Part 2
Module 3Business, Trade and Commerce – Part 3
Chapter 2Module 4Forms of Business Organisation – Part 1
Module 5Forms of Business Organisation – Part 2
Module 6Forms of Business Organisation – Part 3
Module 7Forms of Business Organisation – Part 4
Module 8Forms of Business Organisation – Part 5
Module 9Forms of Business Organisation – Part 6
Module 10Forms of Business Organisation – Part 7
Chapter 3Module 11Private and Public Sector Enterprises
Module 12Statutory Corporation and Government Company
Module 13Changing Role of Public Sector Enterprises and Global Enterprises
Chapter 4Module 14Business Services: Part – 1
Module 15Business Services: Part – 2
Module 16Business Services: Part – 3
Module 17Business Services: Part – 4
Module 18Business Services: Part – 5
Chapter 5Module 19Emerging Modes of Business: Part – 1
Module 20Emerging Modes of Business: Part – 2
Module 21Emerging Modes of Business: Part – 3
Chapter 6Module 22Social Responsibilities of Business and Business Ethics: Part – 1
Module 23Social Responsibilities of Business and Business Ethics: Part – 2
Final Assessment

Books and References

NCERT  Business Studies XI- Part 1

Instructor Bio

Dr. Rashmi, DESS, NCERT, New Delhi

Dr. Rashmi is a distinguished professional with a robust academic and corporate background. Holding an MBA, UGC-NET certification in Management and Commerce, and a PhD in Management, she currently serves as an Associate Professor in Commerce (Business Studies) at the Department of Education in Social Science, NCERT under the Ministry of Education. Her journey encompasses enriching experiences at prestigious institutions like JC Bose University of Science and Technology (YMCA) Faridabad, Gurugram University, Gurugram, and several other renowned organizations where she has contributed significantly as faculty. Beyond academia, Dr. Rashmi has seamlessly navigated the corporate landscape, lending her expertise to top-tier multinational corporations such as Alcatel Lucent and Royal Bank of Scotland, particularly in HR/Learning and Development roles. Her academic achievements are complemented by over 12 years of extensive experience in learning & development, HR operations & talent management, and interdisciplinary research. Dr. Rashmi’s scholarly contributions are noteworthy, with approximately 25 research papers published in prestigious journals listed in WoS/UGC CARE, reflecting her commitment to rigorous academic standards. She is a familiar face at national and international conferences and seminars, where her insightful presentations have garnered acclaim. Additionally, her involvement as an Editorial Board Member for international journals underscores her standing in academic circles. An educator at heart, Dr. Rashmi’s impact extends beyond research and publication. She has authored and edited books, sharing her knowledge with a broader audience, and has been instrumental in training professionals and students through expert lectures across various educational institutions. Her multifaceted career exemplifies a blend of academic excellence, corporate acumen, and a deep commitment to advancing education and research.

Dr. Punnam Veeraiah, RIE Campus, Shyamla Hills, Bhopal

Prof. Punnam Veeraiah is currently working in Department of Business and Commerce, PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (a constituent unit of NCERT under MHRD, Government of India) RIE Campus, Shyamla Hills, Bhopal – 462013 (M.P.) He worked as Coordinator in the Research Programme “Development of District Vocational Education and Training Plan for Warangal District of Andhra Pradesh”, PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (NCERT), Bhopal.

Course Certificate

  • The final assessment will be conducted in the last week of the course i.e. from 10th September 2025 to 15th September 2025.
  • The participants will get completion certificate if they score 60% and above in the final assessment.

Summary

Course Status :Upcoming
Course Type :Core
Language for course content :English
Duration :24 weeks
Category :School
Level :School
Start Date :16 Apr 2025
End Date :15 Sep 2025
Enrollment Ends :01 Sep 2025
Exam Registration Ends :07 Sep 2025
Exam Date :10 Sep 2025 IST

Note: This exam date is subject to change based on seat availability. You can check final exam date on your hall ticket.

How to Register?

Interested participants can register through this link.

Deadline

The deadline for registration is September 1, 2025.

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