The document discusses various career options after completing a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree. It outlines that some of the best options include pursuing a Master of Commerce (M.Com), Master of Business Administration (MBA), becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA), Company Secretary (CS), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Other options mentioned are becoming a teacher/lecturer, entering banking careers like IBPS PO, or pursuing civil service exams like UPSC or KPSC. The document provides details on the course duration and eligibility for each option to help B.Com students choose a career path.

1. Why Commerce?
Presented by
Mr. Basavaraj M. Naik M.Com, UGC NET, KSET
Assistant Professor
P.G. Department of Studies in Commerce
KLE Society’s SCPArts, Science and D.D. S. Commerce College,
Mahalingpur.
Mail: basunaik221@gmail.com

2. Commerce is a trail to predict the future

3. Importance of Money
•Money can't buy happiness, but it can buy security
and safety for you and your loved ones. Human
beings need money to pay for all the things that make
your life possible, such as shelter, food, healthcare
bills, and a good education.

4. Why Commerce?
•Commerce is one of the popular streams that a
student choose after completing their Class
10th board exam. Commerce streams offer
students a wide range of career options after
completing Class 12th, that will give them a
sense of financial security and make them
successful.

5. What is Commerce?
• Commerce as a medium of instruction can be interpreted as a
study of business and marketing activities such as the exchange
of commodities and services from the manufacturer to the final
customer.
• The principal subjects that are taught in the Commerce stream
for CBSE Class 11 and 12 comprise of – Accountancy,
Business Studies, and Economics. Students can choose this
field if they have a real interest in these subjects and have an
association for the economy, business, and numbers.

6. Importance of Commerce
Commerce and its education have become the backbone of
every nation.
• The level of growth and the standard of living of the
citizens are associated with the state of commerce in
every distinct country.
• No nation can grow without the growth of commerce.
The demands of the people are not limited to the goods
manufactured in their countries only. They demand
goods produced in other nations also.

7. Why should you pursue B.Com?
There are several B.Com courses available in various
streams to cater to the diverse interests of candidates.
Let us now look at the positive aspects of pursuing
B.Com courses over other undergraduate degrees.

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• B.Com prepares candidates to become future entrepreneurs.
Unlike BBA which focuses primarily on coaching students for
managerial positions, the B.Com degree prepares the candidates
for both the corporate world and entrepreneurship.
• Candidates gain great knowledge in business and finance that can
be leveraged to advance in their careers or business ventures.
• B.Com degree and short term courses after B.Com list have a vast
domain compared to other degrees and B.Com degree holders can
work in a range of sectors like marketing, accounting,
consultancies, investment banking, banks, capital management,
etc.

9. • The entry-level package of B.Com holders is much higher than
other degree holders.
• Many short-term courses are specifically designed to help B.Com
graduates gain advanced and industry-relevant skills.

10. What next after B. Com?

11. Best Career Options After B.Com
1. MASTER OF COMMERCE (M.COM):
• M.Com is the master’s course in commerce. This degree
is 2 years long in duration and can be attained through
any government recognized university or college in
India. This course helps you master the concepts you
learned as a B.Com student and apply it in the
professional world. ( NEP 2020 is set to bring drastic
changes in the Higher Education System in India.
Through NEP 4 year Bachelor's degree, one year
Master’s degree exit options and multidisciplinary
education students can enjoy)

12. • 2. Master of Business Administration (MBA):
• MBA is the most popular course available for students & one
of the best courses after B.Com, not just graduating from
commerce but any other field. In this course, you learn to
manage all the aspects of a business based on the
specialization you choose.
• For MBA, you need to clear CAT or Common Admission
Test. Your CAT score determines which college you get into.
It is one of the best career options after B.Com. It’s
recommended to do MBA after completing 2-3 years of
work.

14. 3. CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT (CA)
• The first course that generally comes to the mind of a commerce student as a
career option is CA. CA is one of the best career options after B.Com. Unlike
an MBA, students can enrol for CA right after completing high school.
• CA comprises three stages, namely CPT(Common Proficiency Test),
IPCC(Integrated Professional Competence Course.), and CA Finals. Clearing
all three stages along with an internship of 2.5 years makes you a certified
chartered accountant.
• The duration of this course is three years, and this course can also land you
jobs in multinational companies like EY or Deloitte. You can also open your
own CA firm and practice your degree thus it is one of the best courses after
B.Com.

15. 4. COMPANY SECRETARY (CS)
If you are wondering what to do after B.Com, Company Secretary (CS) is
one of the many pivotal job roles from the B.Com courses list, in an
organization.
• A CS is responsible for managing all the legal aspects of a
firm/organization. Company Secretaries usually take care of a company’s
tax returns, maintain tax records, and ensure that all the legal and
statutory regulations are met with one of the best courses after B.Com.

16. Job Opportunities after M.Com:
• Assistant Accountant/Accountant/Cashier
• Senior Account Executive
• Personal Finance Consultant
• Business Consultant

17. • Teachers/Lecturer
• Financial Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Corporate Analyst
• Marketing Manager
• Finance Manager
• Operations Manager

18. 5. Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• CMA is the answer if you are thinking about a career after
B.Com in abroad. In this course, you will have to clear two
stages of examination along with a work experience of 2 years.
• After obtaining the CMA certification, you can find employment
opportunities in organizations of all sizes and across all
industries. From public and private enterprises and not-for-profit
organizations to academic institutions, Government entities
(USA), and MNCs – CFA-certified professionals are always in-
demand.

19. 6. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
• A very simple but beneficial course you can opt for after
B.Com is B.Ed. The knowledge that you have acquired
as a B.Com can be used in your profession as a lecturer.
• If you secure around 50-55% in your graduation from a
recognized university in India, you are eligible for this
course.

20. 7. IBPS PO (Bank Probationary Officer)
• IBPS PO is conducted by the Institute of Banking and
Personnel selection to fill the vacancies of manager scale in
20+ nationalized banks.

21. 8. UPSC
• You need to be a graduate in any discipline to be
eligible for UPSC.
• You can choose and I will actually advice you to
choose Commerce and Accountancy as your optional
in UPSC .

22. 9. KPSC
• Karnataka Public Service Commission, chiefly known as
KPSC is a government agency of Karnataka state, aimed to
make recruitments to various civil services through
competitive and departmental examinations
• AC SAAD
• Audit/Accounts Officer

23. Summary
B.Com Skill Development Programmes/ Courses Entrepreneur
B.Com UPSC/ KPSC Administrator, Civil Servant, AC-SAAD
M.Com may try to become Recognised company’s Manager,
Accountant etc,
B.Com Try for Any Desired competitive examinations

26. Any Doubts?