Accounting & Commerce Subjects List 2026: Check Semester-wise Subjects & Syllabus

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Commerce is a popular field of study among students after Class 12. Those who have an interest in financial information/transactions, trading of economic value, etc. often consider studying Commerce subjects after Class 12. The Commerce course can be pursued at the undergraduate as well as postgraduate level. UG level Commerce courses offered to aspirants include BCom, BBA, CA, CS, BBA LLB, BBM, BSc, etc. At the PG level, popular Commerce programs are MCom, MBA, MPhil, MSc, etc. Generally speaking, UG courses in Commerce are of three years duration whereas; PG and Doctoral programmes are of two years duration.
The Commerce subjects broadly cover various facets of Accounting, Business, Management, Finance, and Banking domains whilst equipping the students with managerial skills, thus enhancing employment opportunities. In this article, Shiksha brings you a detailed account on the Commerce subjects, specialisations and colleges.
List of Commerce Subjects
As mentioned above, the commerce course can be pursued at various levels such as undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. The courses are available in full-time, part-time and online modes of education.
List of Commerce Subjects: UG-Level
The undergraduate Commerce syllabus is spread across six semesters. Each semester has various Commerce subjects which deal with management studies. Check out the table below to know a few of the Commerce subjects offered at the undergraduate degree level:
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Commerce Course |
Commerce Subjects |
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1. Financial Accounting 2. Company Law 3. Indirect Tax Laws 4. Auditing and Corporate Governance 5. Fundamentals of Financial Management 6. Business Organisation and Management 7. Elective Courses such as Macroeconomics, Foreign Exchange Markets, etc. 8. Language: English/Hindi/Modern Language |
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1. Environmental Studies 2. Financial Accounting 3. Business Laws 4. Corporate Laws 5. Corporate Accounting 6. Business Mathematics 7. Auditing and Corporate Governance 8. Indirect Tax Laws 9. Principles of Marketing 10. Income Tax Law and Practice 11. Computer Applications in Business 12. Human Resource Management |
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1. Introduction to Business Studies 2. Business Accounting 3. Principles of Macroeconomics 4. Business Communication 5. Business Mathematics 6. Organization Behaviour 7. Management Accounting 8. Elements of IT 9. Operations Research 10. Business Law 11. Fundamentals of Quality Management |
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BA in Business Economics |
1. Economics of Firm Strategy 2. Economics of Money and Banking 3. Managerial Economics 4. Basic Financial Accounting 5. Entrepreneurial Development 6. Marketing 7. Statistics for Business Analytics 8. Macroeconomics 9. Fiscal Economics 10. International Economics 11. Financial Markets 12. Indian Economics and Economic Reforms |
List of Commerce Subjects: PG-Level
Commerce syllabus for post-graduation programmes is spread across four semesters. Every semester has various Commerce subjects based on the course and programme. Check out the table below to know a few of the Commerce subjects for PG-level courses:
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Commerce Course |
Commerce Subjects |
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1. Business Statistics 2. Managerial Economics 3. Managerial Accounting 4. Financial Planning 5. Organisational Theory and Behaviour 6. Quantitative Techniques for Business 7. Financial Management and Policy 8. Marketing Management 9. Legal Aspects of Business 10. Global Strategic Management 11. Entrepreneurship 12. Corporate Governance, Ethics and Social Responsibility of Business |
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MA (Hons) in Economics |
1. Economic History of India 2. Principles of Economics 3. Sociology 4. Indian Economy Since Independence 5. Micro Economics 6. Development Economics 7. Accounting and Financial Management 8. Statistics for Economic Analysis 9. Data Base of Indian Economy and Computer Analysis of Data 10. Economics of Public Finance 11. Economics of Agriculture 12. Basics of Financial Markets |
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1. Organizational Behaviour 2. Economics 3. Marketing Management 4. Information Technology 5. Business Communication 6. Behavorial Science 7. Foreign Business Language 8. Research Methodology 9. Company Report 10. Productions and Operations Management 11. Accounting and Finance 12. Human Resource Management |
Top Commerce Specialisations
The Commerce course is offered across various specialisations, wherein the students can learn different Commerce subjects. The most popular Commerce specialisations are Accounting, Finance and Banking. Check out the table below to know the Commerce specialisations offered by various Commerce colleges in India:
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Top Commerce Specialisations |
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Accounting and Finance |
Banking and Finance |
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Banking and Insurance |
Accounting and Taxation |
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Actuarial Science |
Business Administration |
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Applied Economics |
Financial Accounting |
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Human Resources |
Entrepreneurship |
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Auditing |
Investment Banking |
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Vijetha Degree College fees is not available for BCom. Aspirants are advised to contact the admission team to get the complete fee structure for BCom.
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Aspirants after completing BCom degree from Vijetha Degree College are open to career in Chartered Accountancy, Finance, Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship. BCom is a three-year UG level course of Vijetha Degree College.
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Guide-Level 15
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Yes, almost all the best commerce colleges in Kolkata provide excellent support to the CA/CS/CMA candidates, along with regular BCom course. This is why many students dream of joining a bright stream in Kolkata for the certification with the course.
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Answered 3 days ago
B.Com general and B.Com honours 3.6 Lacs 7.2 Lacs for the full course B.Com 4.58 lacs total tuition fees 4.08 lacs other freezes 50000 first year payment 1.5 lakhs
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, the GIBS Business School has separate hostelling facilities for girls and boys. The hostels provide a safe living environment for students from all over the country, the hostel being equipped with all modern facilities for the comfort and well-being of the students.
The various hostelling facili
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, switching to an MBA after B.Com is a common and smooth path in India. However, studying at a reputed Mumbai commerce college can help build a stronger CAT or entrance exam profile, thanks to better mentorship and peer competition. Your undergrad college matters more for network and guidance tha
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Answered a week ago
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a week ago
No, you can not get admission to B.Com (Hons.) with 71.40% (Normal 5) and 79.20% (Best 5) in Rajdhani College, because the college takes admission through CUET score, and your marks do not fall under the eligibility criteria.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
No, candidate who has secured less than 50% marks is not eligible for admission in MCA at National Institute of Engineering. Because, it is clearly mentioned on the official website of the institute, that it is mandatory to have at least 50% marks in aggregate to be eligible for admission.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
SDHR Degree and PG College offers a three-year BCom course at the UG level. The college offers BCom in Computer Applications and CA with Business Analytics. Aspirants must complete Class 12 with a minimum of 45%-55% aggregate to apply.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 3 weeks ago
Aspirants need to score at least 45%-55% aggregate in Class 12 to apply for BCom at SDHR Degree and PG College. Candidates must also have studied English. Hence, aspirants with 65% in Class 12 can apply for BCom provided they also meet other criteria.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates must fill in the application form and pay the CUET UG registration fee for BCom admission in Shri Ram College of Commerce which is as follows:
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General | 650 |
OBC-NCL and EWS | 600 |
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | 550 |
Outside India | 3,000 |
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Answered 3 weeks ago
No, CUET is not required to get admission in BCom at Jai Hind College. Admission is given by considering: 50% merit (Class 12 marks) and 50% entrance-based (Jai Hind College Common Entrance Exam - CEE).
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, candidates can get admission in BCom at Jai Hind College with 60% marks in Class 12. Applicants should have passed Class 12 with minimum 45% marks for general category (40% for reserved category) students to be eligible to apply for admission.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
BCom graduates from Mumbai have a very wide range of career options available to them. One of the most popular paths is pursuing CA (Chartered Accountancy) through the ICAI, which when combined with a BCom degree gives students a very powerful and high-earning qualification. Other professional cour
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Answered 3 weeks ago
In most of the Bcom colleges affiliated with the University of Mumbai in Mumbai, entrance exam is not conducted. Admission is based solely on Class 12 marks. The merit list is made on the basis of HSC percentage and the available seats are allotted accordingly. However, there are some cases with aut
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Answered 3 weeks ago
According as a college student there is extra time given to acca students to study about acca and also bcom exams preparation is taken on another lecture as compare to acca exams.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
The Akis Poona College is located in camp, and there is admission in B.Com for many students, and after 6 july the books have been given according to the subjects: business communication, corporate accounting, business economics, management, and also marketing, auditing, and taxation. According to m
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce is Commerce specific college. It provides BCom in different specialisations. The official website mentions placement in big companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, Google, South Indian Bank, etc.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 weeks ago
There is common criteria for BCom Investment Management admission at K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce. It involves clearing Class 12 from the Maharashtra State Board of Higher Education or its equivalent. Candidate must secure atleast 45% marks in aggregate. For reserved category, it is 40 %.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidate must have done Class 12 from Maharashtra Board of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent for BCom (Banking and Insurance) admission at K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce. Candidate must secure at least 45% marks in aggregate at first attempt. For reserved category candidate must secur
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidate willing to take admission in BCom (Financial Markets) at K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce need to secure at least 45% marks in aggregate in first attempt. There is no entrance exam for this course. The selection is done on the basis of merit. Candidate must register themselves on the offi
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates must complete a four-year BCom (Hons)/ BCom (Hons. with Research) course or one-year PG Diploma in Commerce with at least 50% aggregate to apply for one-year MCom at Kuruskshetra University. The minimum aggregate is 47.5% for SC/ ST/ Differently-Abled aspirants.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 3 weeks ago
Degree Type: You must hold a B.Com (Honours) degree from a recognized university. A general/pass B.Com degree is not accepted.
Minimum Marks: You need a minimum of 55% aggregate marks at the undergraduate level.
Gender: JDBI's postgraduate commerce courses are strictly for female candidates only.
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Answered 4 weeks ago
Candidate can expect salary of approximately 5.38 Lacs per annum. This is the median salary, so it differs with skills and experience. Candidate can pair it with the right certificate courses as per the market requirements. Pairing them with the right certificate courses will increase the annual pac
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, aspirants can consider MCom from BESC. The cost is decent and aspirants will get good exposure of college life and academics both. There are scholarship programmes and quota admissions also, which you can check from the official website of BESC.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, candidate can explore opportunity abroad with additional certificates like CFA or ACCA. Also, they can go ahead with higher studies like PhD, MBA, etc. There are opportunities in the field of research and finance after MCom.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 weeks ago
The total tuition fee of MCom at BESC is approximately INR 1.38 lakh. Candidate can pay the fees via any of the online payment modes. Candidate must keep the fee receipt for future references.
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