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 B.Com Semester 1 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

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 Financial Accounting:
 
 
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 Introduction to Accounting: Principles, concepts, and conventions.
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 Accounting Process: Journal, ledger, trial balance, and final accounts.
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 Depreciation Accounting: Methods and their applications.
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 Inventory Valuation: FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average methods.
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 Business Economics:
 
 
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 Introduction to Economics: Basic concepts and principles.
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 Demand and Supply Analysis: Elasticity, market equilibrium.
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 Production and Cost Analysis: Short-run and long-run costs.
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 Market Structures: Perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly.
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 Business Law:
 
 
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 Indian Contract Act, 1872: Essential elements of a contract.
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 Sale of Goods Act, 1930: Transfer of ownership, rights of buyer and seller.
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 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881: Promissory notes, bills of exchange, and cheques.
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 Elective Subjects (Choose One):
 

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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Business Mathematics:
 
 
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 Matrices and Determinants: Basic operations and applications.
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 Calculus: Differentiation and integration.
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 Statistics: Measures of central tendency and dispersion.
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 Principles of Management:
 
 
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 Introduction to Management: Functions and principles.
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 Planning and Decision Making: Types of plans, decision-making process.
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 Organizing: Structure, authority, and responsibility.
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 Staffing and Directing: Recruitment, selection, and motivation.
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 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

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 English Communication:
 
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 Basic Grammar and Vocabulary.
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 Writing Skills: Paragraphs, essays, and reports.
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 Communication Skills: Verbal and non-verbal communication.
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 </ul>
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</ul>

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 B.Com Semester 2 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Corporate Accounting:
 
 
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 Accounting for Share Capital: Issue, forfeiture, and reissue of shares.
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 Debentures: Issue and redemption.
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 Final Accounts of Companies: Preparation and presentation.
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 Cash Flow Statement: AS-3.
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 Business Statistics:
 
 
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 Correlation and Regression Analysis: Measuring relationships between variables.
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 Time Series Analysis: Trend, seasonal, and cyclical variations.
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 Probability and Probability Distributions: Basic concepts and applications.
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 Index Numbers: Construction and uses.
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 Company Law:
 
 
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 Companies Act, 2013: Formation, management, and winding up of companies.
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 Memorandum and Articles of Association: Contents and alteration.
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 Directors: Appointment, powers, and duties.
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 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Elective Subjects (Choose One):
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Cost Accounting:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Cost Accounting: Concepts and classification of costs.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Material Costing: Inventory control and valuation.
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 Labor Costing: Wage payment methods and incentive schemes.
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 Overhead Costing: Allocation and apportionment.
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 Human Resource Management:
 
 
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 Introduction to HRM: Functions and importance.
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 Human Resource Planning: Recruitment, selection, and training.
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 Performance Appraisal: Methods and techniques.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Compensation Management: Wage and salary administration.
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 </ul>
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Environmental Studies:
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Environmental Science: Ecosystems and biodiversity.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Environmental Pollution: Causes, effects, and control measures.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Natural Resources: Conservation and management.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Environmental Laws and Policies: National and international initiatives.
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 </ul>
 </li>
</ul>

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 B.Com Semester 3 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

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 Income Tax Law and Practice:
 
 
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 Basic Concepts: Definitions, residential status, and heads of income.
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 Income from Salaries: Allowances, perquisites, and deductions.
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 Income from House Property: Computation of annual value and deductions.
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 Profits and Gains of Business or Profession: Allowable and disallowable expenses.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Corporate Law:
 
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Securities Law: SEBI Act, listing agreement, and insider trading.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Competition Law: Anti-competitive agreements and abuse of dominant position.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Intellectual Property Law: Patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Financial Management:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Financial Management: Objectives and functions.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Time Value of Money: Present value and future value.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Capital Budgeting: Techniques for evaluating investment proposals.
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 Working Capital Management: Inventory, receivables, and cash management.
 </li>
 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 E-Commerce:
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to E-Commerce: Models and technologies.
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 Online Marketing: SEO, social media, and email marketing.
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 E-Payment Systems: Credit cards, debit cards, and net banking.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 E-Commerce Security: Threats and security measures.
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 </ul>
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</ul>

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 B.Com Semester 4 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Indirect Tax Law and Practice:
 
 
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 Goods and Services Tax (GST): Concepts, rates, and registration.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Input Tax Credit: Eligibility and utilization.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 GST Returns: Filing procedures and compliance.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Customs Law: Basic concepts and procedures.
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Auditing and Assurance:
 
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Auditing: Principles and objectives.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Audit Planning and Documentation: Audit program and working papers.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Internal Control: Evaluation and testing.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Audit Evidence: Types and methods of obtaining evidence.
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Management Accounting:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Management Accounting: Concepts and techniques.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Marginal Costing: Cost-volume-profit analysis.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Budgetary Control: Preparation and monitoring of budgets.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Standard Costing: Variance analysis.
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 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Entrepreneurship Development:
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Concepts and characteristics.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Business Plan: Preparation and evaluation.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Sources of Finance: Venture capital, angel investors, and bank loans.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Legal and Regulatory Framework: Licenses, permits, and registrations.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
</ul>

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 B.Com Semester 5 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Cost Accounting:
 
 
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 Process Costing: Accounting for continuous production processes.
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 Joint Products and By-Products: Allocation of costs.
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 Contract Costing: Accounting for long-term contracts.
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 Activity-Based Costing (ABC): Identifying and allocating costs based on activities.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Principles of Marketing:
 
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Marketing: Concepts and functions.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Marketing Environment: Micro and macro environment.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Marketing Mix: Product, price, place, and promotion.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Market Segmentation: Targeting and positioning.
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Financial Markets and Institutions:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Financial Markets: Types and functions.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Money Market: Instruments and participants.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Capital Market: Primary and secondary markets.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Financial Institutions: Banks, insurance companies, and mutual funds.
 </li>
 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Discipline Specific Elective (Choose One):
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Investment Management:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Investment: Objectives and types.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Risk and Return: Measurement and management.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Portfolio Management: Diversification and asset allocation.
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 International Business:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to International Business: Concepts and environment.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 International Trade: Theories and policies.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Foreign Exchange Market: Exchange rates and risk management.
 </li>
 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Goods and Services Tax (GST):
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 GST Concepts and Application
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 GST Returns and Payment
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
</ul>

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 B.Com Semester 6 Syllabus
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 Core Subjects:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Auditing and Corporate Governance:
 
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Corporate Governance: Principles and practices.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Audit Committee: Role and responsibilities.
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 Internal Audit: Functions and scope.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Forensic Audit: Techniques and procedures.
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 International Finance:
 
 
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Foreign Exchange Exposure: Types and management.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 International Capital Budgeting: Evaluating foreign investment projects.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 International Financial Markets: Eurocurrency and Eurobond markets.
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Business Ethics:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Business Ethics: Concepts and principles.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Ethical Dilemmas: Identifying and resolving ethical issues.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Concepts and practices.
 </li>
 </ul>
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</ul>

 
 Discipline Specific Elective (Choose One):
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Banking and Insurance:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Banking System: Structure and functions.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Insurance: Principles and types.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Risk Management: Identification and mitigation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 
 Tax Planning:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Tax Planning for Individuals: Investments and deductions.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Tax Planning for Corporates: Tax incentives and exemptions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Skill Enhancement Course:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Tally ERP 9:
 
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Accounting Software
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Inventory Management
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 GST Implementation
 </li>
 </ul>
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</ul>

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Choosing the right undergraduate degree in commerce can be a pivotal decision for Indian students. Two popular options are the Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). While both fall under the commerce umbrella, they cater to different career aspirations and learning styles.


 
 B.Com: The Foundation in Commerce
 


 The B.Com is a broad-based degree that provides a strong foundation in accounting, finance, economics, and business law. It's ideal for students who want a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical aspects of commerce.


 
 Key Features of B.Com:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Theoretical knowledge and analytical skills.
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 Subjects:
 
 Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Income Tax, Business Law, Economics, Auditing.
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 Career Paths:
 
 Accountant, Auditor, Tax Consultant, Finance Officer, Bank Teller, Government Jobs.
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 Further Studies:
 
 M.Com, MBA (Finance), Chartered Accountancy (CA), Company Secretary (CS).
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</ul>

 
 BBA: The Practical Business Approach
 


 The BBA is a more practical and management-oriented degree. It focuses on developing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, preparing students for managerial roles in various industries.


 
 Key Features of BBA:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Practical application of business principles and management skills.
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 Subjects:
 
 Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Operations Management, Business Communication, Organizational Behavior.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Career Paths:
 
 Marketing Executive, HR Manager, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Operations Manager.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Further Studies:
 
 MBA (General Management), MBA (Marketing), MBA (HR).
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</ul>

 
 B.Com vs. BBA: A Detailed Comparison
 

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 Focus
 
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 Theoretical, Analytical
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 Practical, Managerial
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 Curriculum
 
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 Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law
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 Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations
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 Career Goals
 
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 Accounting, Finance, Government Jobs
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 Management, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Roles
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 Skills
 
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 Analytical, Problem-Solving, Accounting
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 Leadership, Communication, Decision-Making
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 Which Degree is Right for You?
 

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 Choose B.Com if:
 
 You enjoy numbers, analysis, and aspire to be an accountant, auditor, or finance professional.
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 Choose BBA if:
 
 You are interested in management, leadership, and want to work in marketing, HR, or operations.
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</ul>

 Ultimately, the best choice depends on your interests, skills, and career goals. Consider your strengths and what you enjoy learning to make an informed decision.

B.Com vs. BBA: Which Commerce Degree is Right for You?

For Indian students interested in commerce and economics, choosing between a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics can be a challenging decision. Both degrees offer valuable knowledge and skills, but they differ significantly in their focus and career paths.


 
 B.Com: The Commerce Specialist
 


 The B.Com is a specialized degree focused on the principles and practices of commerce, accounting, finance, and business law. It provides a strong foundation for careers in the financial sector and related fields.


 
 Key Aspects of B.Com:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Accounting, Finance, Business Law, Taxation.
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 Core Subjects:
 
 Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Corporate Law, Income Tax, Auditing.
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 Career Opportunities:
 
 Accountant, Auditor, Tax Consultant, Finance Officer, Bank Manager.
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 Further Education:
 
 M.Com, MBA (Finance), Chartered Accountancy (CA), Company Secretary (CS).
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 BA Economics: The Economic Analyst
 


 The BA Economics is a broader degree that explores economic theories, models, and policies. It provides a strong understanding of how economies function and how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions.


 
 Key Aspects of BA Economics:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Economic Theory, Econometrics, Public Policy, Development Economics.
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 Core Subjects:
 
 Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics, Econometrics, Indian Economy.
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 Career Opportunities:
 
 Economist, Market Research Analyst, Financial Analyst, Policy Analyst, Investment Banker.
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 Further Education:
 
 MA Economics, MBA, PhD Economics.
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 B.Com vs. BA Economics: A Comparative Analysis
 

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 Focus
 
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 Commerce, Accounting, Finance
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 Economic Theory, Policy Analysis
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 Financial Accounting, Business Law
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 Accounting, Finance, Banking
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 Accounting, Auditing, Financial Analysis
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 Analytical, Research, Problem-Solving
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 Making the Right Choice
 

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 Choose B.Com if:
 
 You are passionate about accounting, finance, and want a career in the financial sector.
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 Choose BA Economics if:
 
 You are interested in economic theory, policy analysis, and want a career in research, government, or international organizations.
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 Consider your interests, strengths, and career aspirations to make the best decision for your future. Both degrees offer excellent opportunities, but they cater to different skill sets and career paths.

B.Com vs. BA Economics: Understanding the Differences for Indian Students

B.Com is a 3-year undergraduate degree focusing on accounting, finance, economics, and business law. Ideal for students seeking careers in finance and management.

Course Comparision

Curriculum