Bachelor in Commerce (BCom) is a three year undergraduate course divided into six semesters. This is one of the most popular courses pursued by students after higher secondary education. It is imparted as a regular course as well as distance learning course. In this course students are taught about the topics like corporate tax, financial accounting, company law, auditing, business management, economics, etc. and B.Com has several specializations like economics, management studies, computer applications, foreign trade management, taxation, accountancy, e-commerce, banking, etc.

Candidates seeking admission in this course must have passed 10+2 with a minimum aggregate score of 45% from either science or commerce stream from a recognized university. Admission can be taken directly or on merit basis.

After completing BCom, individuals can work in Private as well as Public hospitals or organization. For getting a government job candidates must qualify a competitive exam such as IBPS clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS SO, SSC CHSL, SSC CGL etc. On the other hand, Graduates can work in sectors such as marketing, banking, public accounting etc.

The Bachelor in Commerce (BCom)  eligibility criteria is mentioned below:

• • Candidates must have acquired a minimum of 45% in 10+2 from commerce or science stream.
  • The minimum age for admission is 17years.
  • Students waiting for their Intermediate result can also apply for this course.

BCom graduates get ample of job opportunities in various sectors. Graduates can work in banks, marketing companies, tax department, etc. The job opportunities for graduates of commerce course are immense. They can either join public sector by qualifying a competitive exam or join a private sector by cracking interview. Graduates can work as accountant, clerk, tax assistant, business analyst etc. and earn a good amount of salary. Students can also pursue Masters degree after completing B.com.

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Listed below are some of the profiles in which candidates get recruited:

• Accountant
• Tax Assistant
• Banker
• Chartered Accountant
• Company Secretary
• Finance Officer
• Cost Estimator
• Tax Accountant

Career opportunity are available in no. of areas in the Private and Government sectors, such as :

• • ICICI Bank
  • Tata Consultancy Services
  • Punjab National Bank
  • Kotak Life
  • Life Insurance Corporation
  • Max Bupa

Salary offered to BCom, Commerce graduates is very attractive. They earn salary ranging from Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per annum. Salaries also increase as per their profile and experience in the same field.