St. Francis College for Women

Overview of the Course

B.Com Honors

A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) Honours degree is a rigorous, specialized undergraduate program that provides in-depth knowledge of commerce-related subjects like accounting, finance, taxation, and business law. While a general B.Com offers broad commerce education, the Honours version offers a more advanced, specialized curriculum, often including a research component, to prepare students for specific career paths in fields like finance, consulting, or analytics. B.Com Hons offers a deeper dive into core subjects, sometimes with specialization options in areas like Accounting, Finance, Economics, or International Business. The curriculum is more intensive than a general B.Com, with a greater focus on theoretical and analytical aspects and often including a research-driven final year. The program aims to develop analytical, intellectual, communication, and entrepreneurial skills, preparing students for complex business environments.

What will you Learn?

Acquire a thorough conceptual knowledge of subjects relating to Accounts, Finance, Banking, Insurance, Marketing, Law and Economics.

Have worked on application oriented cases and problems in the above mentioned subjects; be capable of working in groups and understanding interpersonal & team dynamics.

Complete a research project in Finance, Marketing or HR

Be equipped with latest trends in business automation, a basic knowledge of statistical tools required for business & skill sets required for leadership & management.

To develop a sense of responsibility through self monitoring, self motivation and self management through self directed learning.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities in complex business environments and organizational challenges.

Career Prospects

Chartered Accountant (CA) - One of the most prestigious roles, requiring further certification and training.
Certified Management Accountant (CMA) - Focuses on management accounting and financial management.
Company Secretary (CS) - Involves managing legal and regulatory compliance for companies.
Cost Accountant - Specializes in cost management, budgeting, and pricing strategies.
Financial Analyst - Analyzing financial data to provide investment recommendations.
Tax Consultant - Providing tax planning and advisory services to individuals and businesses.
Investment Banking - Working with banks and financial institutions to raise capital, provide advisory, etc.
Retail Banking - Involves working with personal banking products and services like loans, deposits, and insurance.
Corporate Banking - Providing banking solutions to businesses.
Insurance Sector Jobs - Roles in underwriting, claims, sales, and risk management.
Management Trainee - Starting as a trainee in a company and gradually moving into leadership roles.
Human Resources (HR) Manager - Managing recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development.
Operations Manager - Overseeing day-to-day business operations.
Sales Manager - Leading sales teams and strategizing business growth.
Business Consultant - Helping businesses optimize their operations, strategy, and profitability.
Marketing Executive - Managing marketing campaigns, advertising, and public relations.
Digital Marketing Specialist - Focusing on SEO, social media marketing, content creation, and online advertising.
Brand Manager - Overseeing the brand strategy and customer perception.
Market Research Analyst - Studying consumer behavior, market trends, and providing insights for marketing campaigns.
Starting Your Own Business - With a B.Com Honours degree, students can also venture into entrepreneurship, starting their own company or online business.
Start-Up Consultant - Helping new businesses launch, strategize, and grow.

Program Structure

Semester 1 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
CC	English	U24/ENG/CC/101	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
AECC	Environmental Studies	U24/EVS/AECC/101	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
NCGPA	Human Values and Professional Ethics	-	1	-	1	-	25	25	-
DSC-1	Financial Accounting -I	U24/COM/DSC/101	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-2	Business Organisation and Management	U24/COM/DSC/102	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-3	Basics of International Business	U24/COM/DSC/103	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-4	Business Economics	U24/COM/DSC/104	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

Semester 2 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
CC	English	U24/ENG/CC/201	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
AECC	Basic Computer Skills	U24/CSC/AECC/201	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
NCGPA	Indian Knowledge System	U24/IKS/CC/201	1	-	1	-	25	25	-
DSC-5	Financial Accounting -II	U24/COM/DSC/201	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-6	Business Laws	U24/COM/DSC/202	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-7	Banking and Financial Institutions	U24/COM/DSC/203	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-8	Principles of Marketing	U24/CHN/DSC/201	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

Semester 3 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
CC	English	U24/ENG/CC/301	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
SEC-1	Digital Marketing	U24/CHN/SEC/301	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
DSC-9	Advanced Accounting	U24/COM/DSC/301	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-10	Corporate Laws	U24/COM/DSC/302	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-11	Business Statistics	U24/COM/DSC/303	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-12	Cost Accounting	U24./COM/DSC/304	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

Semester 4 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
CC	English	U24/ENG/CC/401	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
SEC-2	Data Analysis and Visualisation	U24/COM/SEC/401	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
DSC-13	Corporate Accounting	U24/COM/DSC/401	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-14	Taxation	U24/COM/DSC/402	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-15	Financial Markets and Services	U24/COM/DSC/403	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSC-16	Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Research	U24/CHN/DSC/401	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

Semester 5 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
DSC-17	Human Resource Management	U24/CHN/DSC/501	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
SEC-3	Self Directed Learning	U24/CHN/SEC/501	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
GE	Research Methodology	U24/CHN/GE/501	4	-	4	40	60	100	2
GE	Indirect and Customs Taxes	U24/COM/GE/502	4	-	4	40	60	100	2
DSE-1	Global Marketing Management	U24/CHN/DSE/501	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-1	Services Marketing	U24/COM/DSE/503	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-2	Management Accounting	U24/COM/DSE/504	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-2	Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management	U24/COM/DSE/506	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-3	Financial Reporting	U24/COM/DSE/507	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-3	Strategic Management	U24/COM/DSE/509	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

Semester 6 ▼

Course Type	Course Title	Course Code	Hours/Week (L)	Hours/Week (P)	Credits	Max Marks (CIA)	Max Marks (Sem end)	Total Marks	Duration of Sem end Exam (Hrs)
DSC-18	Financial Management	U24/COM/DSC/601	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
SEC-4	Leadership and Management Skills	U24/COM/SEC/601	2	-	2	20	30	50	1
PRJ Work	Project	U24/COM/PRJ/601	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-4	Mergers and Acquisitions	U24/COM/DSE/601	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-4	International Financial Management	U24/COM/DSE/602	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-5	Auditing	U24/COM/DSE/603	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-5	Indian Accounting Standards	U24/COM/DSE/604	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-6	Business Analytics	U24/COM/DSE/605	5	-	5	40	60	100	2
DSE-6	Corporate Governance and Business Ethics	U24/COM/DSE/606	5	-	5	40	60	100	2

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