By Navya Kalra
One very common dilemma that every student with a commerce background faces after graduating 12th is, what now? Which career should I choose? What stream should I enter? Which competitive exams should I sit for? Well, we just want you to know that you are not alone in this and it's not the end of the world if you haven't been able to back a great percentage of 96 or 99%. The world will still be the same and there will be so many different opportunities open for you all. So don't worry just sit back and indulge in good research before you panic and make hasty decisions. We have especially put together this blog to help you out with almost all the potential courses that a student with commerce subject can look into after graduating from class 12th.
In Commerce, you learn all about accounting, economics, and gain knowledge about different business aspects, also along with all of these, students in the commerce stream have the advantage of switching to the Arts stream for more opportunities. One thing to keep in mind is that if you make good choices in this field they can prove to be beneficial as careers in the future. We hope that we can help you a little in exploring different courses in the field of Commerce after Class 12th through this blog.
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1. Management Courses (BBA/BMS/BBE/BFM/BBM)
A very popular choice of students with commerce subject is the Management Course, it is mostly a three-year undergraduate degree where students obtain knowledge and insight about the different methodologies and aspects of not only business but also cover a wide horizon that covers subjects and highlights about psychology, social work, law, media, management, and computer application. This course is suitable for students who aim to start working in companies or pursue their own business after graduation. Management Courses provide a lot of conceptual clarity, analytical understanding, critical thinking skills and communication skills. This program is perfect to prepare one for the managerial challenges of the 21st century.
Top Career Options after pursuing Management Course:
Product Manager
Marketing and Brand Management
Human Resource Manager (HR)
Finance and Insurance
Top College Options for Management Course:
Shaheed Sukhdev College Of Business Studies, Delhi
IIM, Indore
Christ University, Bangalore
Symbiosis, Pune
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
St. Xaviers College, Mumbai
2. B.Com (Bachelors Of Commerce)
Bachelors of Commerce very popularly known as B.Com is an undergraduate course usually of a duration of three years. B.Com is the most preferred choice amongst the 12th Class students with commerce and is vastly offered in many colleges and universities. In this course, you gain further detailed knowledge on subjects like accountancy, taxation, finance, business law, human resources, economics, and so on. A student can develop and gain massive knowledge related to accounting, finance, banking, insurance and will also be able to enhance real-time experience and employability in various fields. Admission to this course is usually done based on your Class 12th percentage and one might have to take an entrance exam based on the curriculum of different colleges or universities.
Top Careers Options after pursuing B.Com:
Company Secretary (CS)
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Certified Financial Planner
Banking
Top College options for B.Com:
Shri Ram College Of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi
Lady Shri Ram College (LSR), Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
St. Xaviers College (SXC), Mumbai
Hindu College, New Delhi
Narsee Monjee College Of Commerce And Economics (NMCCE), Mumbai
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3. Bachelors Of Economics (BBE or BSc Economics or BA (Hons.) Eco):
The Bachelors Of Economics is a three-year undergraduate course that focuses mainly on economic theory, econometrics, applied economics, and quantitative and qualitative aspects of economics as a whole. The curriculum of this course revolves around theoretical and mathematical aspects mainly. To be able to pursue this degree, it is preferable to have Math as a subject in class 12th. Once you finish your course you can easily apply for jobs in the banking, finance, commerce-related fields and will also be eligible to apply for Indian Economic Services (post-Masters degree) such as Officers in Planning Commission, Planning Board, Ministry of Economic Affairs and so on. Also if you feel along with the knowledge in economics you even have an interest and a good hand in writing one might as well try their hands in Finance Journalism.
Top Career Options after pursuing Bachelors In Economics:
Market Analyst
Banker
Finance and Budget Analyst
Economist
Investment Administrator
Research Analyst
Top College Options for Bachelors Of Economics:
Lady Shri Ram College (LSR), Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Jai Hind College, Mumbai
Hindu College, Delhi
Christ University, Bangalore
4. Journalism and Mass Communication:
If you feel that your interest lies a little above all the finance and accounting then there is not a better and a knowledge-packed course than Journalism and Mass Communication for you. Bachelors in Journalism and Mass Communication is a three-year-long undergraduate program that is offered by varied colleges and universities covering a different curriculum. However, it usually consists of advertising, understanding the new age media, writing, event management, PR, photography, design, and graphics which is taught during this course as it helps best in the practical part of the course as well. A course in Journalism helps the students to become trained in communication skills, understanding the deeply rooted reality of things, and also improving their overall research skills.
Top Career options after pursuing Journalism and Mass Communication:
Radio Jockey (RJ)
Advertising
Event Manager
Public Relations
Social Media Executive
Digital Marketing
Top Colleges Options for Bachelors In Journalism and Mass Communication:
Symbiosis Institute For Media & Communication, Pune
Xavier’s Institute of Communication, Mumbai
Christ University, Bangalore
Delhi College of Art and Commerce, Delhi
Lady Shri Ram College (LSR), Delhi
Indraprastha College For Women (IP College), New Delhi
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5. Bachelors of Science in Statistics
Another interesting yet upcoming course to opt for is a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics. Statistics is a study related to the analysis, collection, presentation and organization of numerical data. It is a very well known branch of mathematics and can be used in the field of marketing, economics, sports, medical, biology, psychology, advertising and so on. Statistics are coming into use by the great insurance companies, banks, political parties and also in quite a lot of social works. Keep in mind that it's compulsory to have mathematics as a subject in grade 12th to pursue any degree in statistics. After completing a course in statistics one can be eligible to apply to the Indian Statistical Services and Indian Economic Services exams.
Top Career options after pursuing Statistics:
Statisticians
Business Analyst
Data Analyst
Mathematician
Professor
Risk Analyst
Top College Options for a course in Statistics:
Indian Statistical Institute, Chennai
Ramjas College, New Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Christ University, Bangalore
Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai
6. Hotel Management:
A course that's got its gates open for anyone from any stream so there are no issues if you are from science, arts or the commerce background, you can easily opt for a course in Hotel Management. What makes this course unique and suitable is that after this course a wide variety of opportunities are open in the hospitality industry in India and Abroad as well for the aspirants. However, due to the increasing no. of applicants in this course, it can be a little competitive to get into a good college. The basic qualification to pursue Hotel Management is the completion of class 12th but to get into a good college one might have to clear the entrance tests which include a personal interview and group discussions. To get into a government recognized institute for the same a student is required to clear the (NCHM JEE) National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination which is held every year in April and consists of basic tests on English, aptitude, general science and general knowledge.
Top Career options after pursuing Hotel Management :
Head Chef
Food And Beverage Manager
Event Manager
Catering Manager
Front Office Manager
Hotel Manager
Top College Options For Hotel Management
Institute of Hotel Management And Nutrition (IHM), PUSA, New Delhi
Welcomgroup Graduate School Of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), Manipal
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bangalore
Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, (IHM), Mumbai
Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, (IHM), Chennai
Institute Of Hotel Management (IHM), Gandhinagar
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7. Mathematics (BA Mathematics/BSc Mathematics)
The Bachelors in Mathematics or BSc Mathematics is a three-year-long undergraduate course. In this particular course, one will be able to acquire knowledge about a range of theorems, problem-solving methodologies, principles, techniques, and various equations related to mathematics. It can also help students to learn about different ways to integrate mathematics in arts and humanities. To be able to qualify for the course of Bachelors in Mathematics, a student is required to have cleared grade 12th with an aggregate of 45-50% in mathematics. In India, students from all streams and backgrounds are eligible to pursue a Bachelors in Mathematics after completion of grade 12th.
Top Career Options After BA in Mathematics:
Data Analyst
Banker
Statistician
Researcher
Insurance Office
Professor
Top College Options For BA in Mathematics:
Chennai Mathematical Institute
ISI, Bangalore
IISc, Bangalore
Ramjas College, New Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
St Xaviers College, Mumbai and Kolkata
8. Travel and Tourism Management
A perfectly suitable course for those who love the idea of traveling and are good with managing people and events. A course in Travel and Tourism will focus on teaching the candidates management of hospitality, travel management, travel journalism, tourist assistance along with human resources, project management and cross-cultural awareness. Students from any stream and subject background are eligible to enroll themselves in this course. The minimum requirement to pursue a graduation course in Travel and Tourism is to clear grade 12 from a recognized board of education. Many colleges offer diploma courses in this field, however, a full-fledged graduation course is always more preferable as it gives the candidates enough knowledge and experience to pursue this as a career further.
Top Career Options after Travel And Tourism Management:
Travel Agent
Tourism Manager
Travel Officer
Tourist Guide
Transport Officer
Airline Staff
Top College Options For Travel And Tourism:
Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Chennai
IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University, Delhi
IIHM-International Institute for Hotel Management, Delhi
Delhi University, Delhi
I.T.T.I- India Travel & Tourism Institute, New Delhi
The Institute Of Travel and Tourism, Pune
9. LLB - Bachelors Of Legislative Law
Students from any stream and subject backgrounds can fulfill their dreams of becoming a Lawyer. To be able to pursue your career as a lawyer you can start right after your 12th grade and get started with your 5 years long integrated course of LLB. To be able to enter this field of LAW, the candidate is required to clear an entrance test of CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) and can be further required to sit for other states wise and university entrance tests to start their course. Some other known entrance tests for LLB are AILET, LSAT, SLAT, MH-CET, and others. After the completion of your course, you will be required to get a Certificate of Practise from the Bar Council of India so you can practice your study as a lawyer officially.
Top Career Options After LLB:
Advocate
Public Prosecutor
Legal Officer
LPO
Corporate Lawyer
Legal Analyst
Top College Options For LLB
National Law School Of India University (NLSIU) - Bangalore
National Law University (NLU) - Delhi
NALSAR University of Law - Hyderabad
Symbiosis Law School (SLS)- Noida
ILS Law College, Pune
National Law Institute University (NLIU)-Bhopal
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10. BCA (Bachelors in Computer Application)
Another really interesting course choice available to students from all backgrounds is the BCA which offers the student to learn vastly about the different software, languages, and programming related to the IT sector. It is a three-year-long undergraduate course and no additional entrance test is required to be able to pursue this. Due to the rising popularity of the IT sector, the demand for more and more IT professionals is coming in and therefore this is a good career choice for everyone who has an interest in computer applications.
Top Career Options After BCA:
Graphic Designer
Data Scientist
UI/UX Designer
Cyber Security Expert
Software Engineer
System Analyst
Top College Options For BCA:
Christ University, Bangalore
St. Xaviers, Ahmedabad
D.A.V College, Chandigarh
Vellore Institute Of Technology (VIT), Vellore
Birla Institute Of Technology (BIT MESRA), Ranchi
Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research
11. Chartered Accountancy (CA):
Yet another very popular course amongst the students from commerce background is the CA. The total duration of this course after grade 12th can be estimated to be around 4.5 years however it completely varies from person to person as the number of attempts that it takes to clear the exam can be different for all. An entrance exam named CPT (Common Proficiency Test) should be cleared to be able to enter this course. CPT is followed by an Exam at the Intermediate level, followed by articleship and final exams. One needs to have an inclination towards subjects like taxation, economics, law, finance, auditing, and accounting. Chartered Accountancy is amongst the most prestigious and valued courses that can be pursued after school by students of the Commerce stream. CA course however does not require you to have mathematics as a compulsory subject in class 12th. It is ideal to pursue an Undergraduate degree like BCom/BBA along with CA.
Top Career Options after CA:
Finance controller
Taxation Advisory
CA in a Pvt. Firm/BIG 4s
Accounting and Finance
Budget Advisory
CA tutor
Top College Options for CA:
ICAI- Institute Of Chartered Accountants Of India, Delhi is the national professional accounting body of India which regulates the examination as well
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12. Company Secretary (CS)
A company secretary is responsible for the efficient administration of a company, particularly for ensuring compliance with regulatory and statutory bodies. Any student who aspires to be a Company Secretary must clear three stages after completing grade 12th. The foundation level, the intermediate level, and the final level. The good part is that students from any stream and subject background are eligible to take up CS (Company Secretary) as a career. Training is a very crucial part of becoming a CS and therefore all should enroll in a training program to be able to understand and get an insight into the job role well.
Top Career Options After Clearing CS:
Company Registrar
Legal Advisor
Chief Administrative Officer
Corporate Planner
Principal Secretary
Corporate Policy Maker
Institution For Pursuing the CS:
ICSI- Institution Of Company Secretaries In India.
13. Actuarial Sciences
A course in actuarial sciences has been gaining popularity in India. Actuarial sciences involve the application of mathematics, statistical knowledge, skill in risk assessment, and evaluation of financial products such as insurance policies and investment. The main job of a person with experience in actuarial sciences is to analyze risk in various financial and non-financial fields. To become a professional in this field a student should have a background in mathematics and can pursue a graduation course in either mathematics, statistics, B.Com or Actuarial Sciences. Later the student will be required to sit for an ACET (Actuarial Common Entrance Test) and clear all 15 stages of the actuarial science test.
Top Career Options After Actuarial Sciences:
Financial Services
Investment Consultant
Life Insurance
Business Consultant
Risk Analyst
Researcher
Top College Options For Actuarial Science
Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore
Chennai Mathematical Institute, Chennai
National Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhubaneshwar
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai
Delhi University, Delhi
Xavier’s College, Mumbai & Kolkata
Institute Of Actuarial Sciences Of India (IAI) - This is the officially recognized institute for Actuarial Sciences.
14. ACCA
The Association Of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) is an association offering Certified Chartered Accountant Degree which is accepted globally. Students can easily pursue this along with their graduation. The most attractive thing about this course is the flexibility of the examinations that it offers. It is accepted in more than 78 finance markets and the degree of this allows you to practice as a CA and also prepares you to perform strategic roles at senior management levels. Overall you will be required to clear all 14 exams of the ACCA to be able to achieve the final goal as a globally recognized CA.
Top Career Options After ACCA:
Accountant
Internal Auditor
Chief Financial Officer
Tax Accountant
Financial Analyst
Credit Control Manager
There is always a way and there is always something in store for everyone, all that we need is the right direction and the right career guidance. There are so many opportunities open for one and all despite your percentage or stream. While we are at it, let’s not miss out on the fact that a student from Commerce stream can also pursue courses that Humanities stream students can pursue. To name a few, Psychology, Fine Arts, Design, Teaching, Social Work, Public Administration and many more.
To explore more options in the field of humanities, check out our blog on Humanities and Arts, and other video resources.
Other interesting courses to look into are some of the master's courses that one can pursue after completing their graduation. Famous of all is the MBA, a business management course and other options are CFA, CFP, CMA , and MA in subjects of your choice.
There is a vast world out there to be discovered so don't fear anything. Having said that, it is important to understand which course fits best with your interest, personality, skills and abilities.
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