BCom has always been a popular course among commerce students. And according to recent research, only 60% of BCom graduates are employed. And to ensure your career in the future, you should be aware of the career opportunities available after this course.
And if you are looking for different career paths this course has to offer. Well, you have landed on the right page. This blog talks about the BCom general careers and the opportunities available for commerce graduates.
BCom is an undergraduate program for commerce students. This course prepares students for corporate jobs as well as for entrepreneurship. This course also sets a strong foundation to pursue higher education courses in commerce/management this is the reason it is a very popular course. Colleges in India offer numerous field of study for BCom such as computer applications, corporate secretaryship, finance, business administration, etc.
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Duration of the course | 3 years |
| Specialization available | computer applications, corporate secretaryship, Professional Accounting |
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To make a fruitful career in the corporate/business world, a B Com degree is not sufficient, and that is why some BCom graduates prefer to go for higher education whereas some graduates opt for job opportunities.
M.Com- Students who want to have a deeper understanding of concepts studied in BCom such as economics, finance, international business, and finance, etc. can opt for this course. You can also select specialization in M.Com such as computer application, finance, accounting, business studies, etc.
MBA- Choosing BCom then MBA is a popular choice among commerce graduates, you can opt for MBA in finance if you want to make a career in the financial sector, or you can choose other specializations such as information systems, human resource management, or marketing. An MBA degree will help you take up managerial job positions in the organization.
CA- Chartered Accountant is a professional course that you can pursue after BCom or start giving CA exams simultaneously with your BCom course. A chartered accountant is a reputed profession that helps individuals or organizations in filing tax returns, auditing financial statements, maintaining investment and other financial records of the company, etc.
CS- Company secretary is another popular course, you can pursue after BCom if you are interested in handling the legal aspects of an organization. As a CS you will play a key role in a company’s strategy, and decision-making, and looking after that all operations adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Certification courses- Apart from the above-mentioned long-term courses, you can also pursue short-term courses such as Business accounting and taxation, a certificate in investment banking, digital marketing, ACCA, and other courses to widen your career options and better employment opportunities.
As a BCom graduate, you can choose to work in the private/public sector. BCom general careers option available for BCom graduates –
Job options available in the private sector are as follows-
Source- PayScale (Self-created)
Among various options after BCom, You can also join government organizations. And to secure a job in Government companies you need to give competitive examinations such as SBI PO, UPSC, RBI grade B officer, SBI clerk, and other examinations.
Hopefully, this blog helped you identify different career paths available for B Com graduates and the necessary information about them. Now, you can choose your career path based on your skill and interest area. And always choose a prestigious college where you will be guided right to reach your career goals.
1. Which courses are best for banking after BCom degrees?
MBA in finance/ banking & finance and MCom in banking are the best courses after a BCom degree.
2. What is the future of BCom general graduates in India?
You can find BCom general career opportunities in industries such as investment banking, capital management, marketing, accounting, consultancies, banks, etc.
3. Which is best, BCom General or B.com Honours?
BCom honors have more value than B.com general, as the course will make you specialized in one subject, you should go for BCom honors if you are sure about the specialization you want to choose. However, if you are unsure about the specialization, you can join BCom General and explore the options.
4. What is the course fee for BCom at Cheran College for women?
At Cheran College for women, the course fee for a BCom course is 15,000 per annum.
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