Top courses to pursue after Bachelor of Commerce

Top courses to pursue after Bachelor of Commerce Most of the students after B.Com wonder what to do after completing it. B.Com is one of the most pursued commerce course. However, to tackle with the competition in the market, some apply for other professional courses to be ahead of potential candidates. Below are some of the courses pursued by Commerce Undergraduates:

Masters of Commerce (M.Com)

The Master of Commerce (M.Com) is a 2-year postgraduate or master's degree course offered in commerce colleges across India, designed to enhance one's skill and knowledge on commerce, finance, management, accounting and economics, and other related areas. It opens career doors for Market Researcher/ Economists/Lecturer/ Analyst.

• Eligibility: Com is a must.
• Duration: 2 years
• Average Salary: 3LPA to 6LPA

Master of Business Administration

A Master of Business Administration, or MBA, is a general graduate business degree that teaches students technical, managerial, and leadership skills. It’s not only an opportunity to gain valuable business acumen, but also to expand your professional network and create new opportunities. Whether you’re looking to accelerate your career, transition to a new industry, or become an entrepreneur, an MBA can help you get there.

• Eligibility: Graduation with a valid score in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT or any other relevant test score.
• Duration: 2 years
• Average Salary: 6LPA to 10 LPA

Chartered Accountant (CA)

CA is one of the most promising career options after B.Com. Unlike an MBA, you can opt for CA right after completing 10+2. CA has three stages, namely CPT, IPCC, and CA Finals. Clearing all three stages along with an internship of 2.5 years makes you a certified chartered accountant.

• Eligibility: Graduation + 2.5 years of professional experience
• Duration: 3 years
• Average Salary: 8 LPA to 22 LPA

Company Secretary:

This is a corporate professional course. The Company Secretary Foundation course includes subjects like business environment, entrepreneurship, management, communication, ethics, economics, and accounting. The Company Secretary Executive syllabus comprises company law, commercial law, tax law, general law, securities law, and accounts & audit practice. It involves three stages- Foundation, Intermediate, and Finals

• Eligibility: Graduation or Class 12^th degree
• Duration: 3 years
• Average salary: 4.5 LPA to Rs. 10LPA

Chartered Financial Analyst:

CFA comprises three levels and is offered by CFA institute in America. It is considered the highest standard and can become a financial analyst, a statistician, or a market research analyst after doing this course. Right after completing your B.Com you can consider this as a career option if it matches your interest.

• Eligibility: Graduation/Final year of graduation
• Duration: 5 years
• Average Salary: 10 LPA to 25 LPA

Business Accounting and Taxation (BAT):

Business Accounting and Taxation course aims to impart students with the fundamental knowledge of Accounting concepts, taxation, payroll policies, as well as the integral disciplines of Economics. Pursuing a BAT course can equip you with the essential knowledge and skills of managing an organization encompassing across varied departments of Sales, Accounting and Taxation.

• Eligibility: Com degree and above
• Duration: 8 to 12 weeks
• Average Salary: 5 LPA to 11 LPA

Certified Management Accountant (CMA):

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is a certification in financial accounting and strategic management. The certification signifies that the person possesses knowledge in the areas of financial planning, analysis, control, decision support, and professional ethics. It is a two part program divided into different sections that mainly focuses on Financial Planning and Decision Making.

• Eligibility: Graduation + 2 years of experience
• Duration: 6 months
• Average Salary: 8 LPA to 14 LPA

Actuarial Science:

Actuarial science is a discipline that assesses financial risks in the insurance and finance fields, using mathematical and statistical methods. Actuarial science applies the mathematics of probability and statistics to define, analyze, and solve the financial implications of uncertain future events.

• Eligibility: Graduation
• Duration: 2 years
• Average Salary: 3 LPA to 10 LPA