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

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Commerce syllabus is designed in a way to give a thorough understanding of business, finance, and economics, adapting across diverse educational stages from secondary to PG levels.
At the foundational secondary school level which are class 11 and 12, the students are introduced to core subjects like accounting, business studies, economics and english, with optional subjects such as maths, informatics practices, and physical education.
Progressing to undergraduate studies like BCom, BBA, the students engage in more specialised learning with B.Com courses covering Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Business Law, Economics including the Micro and Macro, Financial Management, and Marketing Management, while BBA majorly focuses on management principles. Postgraduate courses such as M.Com, MBA offers advanced knowledge in specialised areas, with MCom delving into Advanced Accounting, Financial Management, Economics, and Taxation, and MBA providing diverse specializations like Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Operations also.
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Commerce Syllabus 2025
Bachelor of Commerce or BCom is the most popular course among Commerce subjects. Students who studied Commerce subjects with Mathematics in Class 11th and 12th can opt for BCom Honours while those who studied Commerce subjects without Mathematics can opt for BCom General.
Students can go through the table below to learn a general outline of Commerce subjects for UG courses:
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BCom |
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Financial Accounting |
Company Law |
Indirect Tax Laws |
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BCom in Finance and Accountancy |
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Business Management |
Human Resource Management |
Management Accounting |
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BCom (H) |
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Environmental Studies |
Financial Accounting |
Business Laws |
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BBA |
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Principles of Microeconomics |
Business Entrepreneurship |
Organisational Behavior |
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BCom in Banking and Insurance |
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Auditing |
Business Communication |
Equity Debt |
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Entrepreneurship Management |
Environmental Studies |
Financial Services Management |
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BCom in Accounting and Taxation |
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Financial Accounting |
Business Mathematics |
Law of Contract |
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Microeconomics |
E-Commerce |
Operations Research |
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BA in Business Economics |
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Economics of Firm Strategy |
Entrepreneurial Development |
Statistics for Business Analysis |
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Marketing |
Macroeconomics |
Indian Economy and Economic Reforms |
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Commerce Syllabus 2025- Core Subjects
The content and emphasis of these subjects can differ based on the educational board e.g., CBSE, state boards or university. UG programs often include more specialized subjects like financial management, auditing and taxation. Here is the list of the core subjects that is taught in Commerce:
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Subject |
Key Focus Areas |
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Accountancy |
Financial accounting principles and practices Preparation of financial statements Partnership and company accounts Analysis of financial statements |
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Business Studies |
Principles of business management Organizational structure and functions Marketing and sales management Business environment. Finance Management. |
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Economics |
Microeconomics- Supply and demand, consumer behavior Macroeconomics- National income, monetary and fiscal policy Indian economic development |
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Mathematics/Quantitative Aptitude |
Basic mathematical concepts relevant to commerce Statistical analysis Quantitative reasoning |
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English Language |
Communication skill which are written and verbal Reading comprehensions Vocabulary and grammar also |
Note- This info is taken from the official website and may vary.
Commerce Syllabus 2025- Specialisations Subjects
When discussing Commerce syllabus specializations, it is very much essential to differentiate between general core subjects and the specialized areas that a students can delve into particularly at the UG and PG levels. Here are some of them:
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Specialisation |
Key Subject Areas |
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Accounting & Finance |
Financial Accounting- Advanced techniques, reporting Cost Accounting- Cost control, analysis Management Accounting- Financial planning, decision making Auditing- Financial statement verification Taxation- Income tax, GST, corporate tax Financial Management- Investment analysis, risk management Financial markets and institutions |
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Banking & Insurance |
Banking Operations- Retail, corporate banking Insurance Principles- Life, health, general insurance Financial Regulations- RBI guidelines, insurance laws Risk assessment Financial product |
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Marketing |
Consumer Behavior- Market research, analysis. Marketing Management- Strategies, planning. Advertising & Sales- Promotion, distribution. Digital Marketing- Online platforms, social media. Brand Management. |
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Human Resource Management also known as HRM |
Organizational Behavior- Employee relations, motivation Recruitment & Selection- Hiring strategies, training Compensation & Benefits- Payroll, employee welfare Industrial relations Labour laws |
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Economics |
Microeconomics- Advanced theories, market structures Macroeconomics- Economic policies, global trends Econometrics- Statistical analysis of economic data International Economics Development Economic |
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Information Systems |
Management information systems E-commerce Database management Cyber security IT for financial service |
Commerce Syllabus- Popular Books and Authors
When considering popular books and authors for a Commerce syllabus at the graduation level like a B.Com it is very much important to focus on those books that provide a deeper and more analytical understanding of subjects. Here are some of them:
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Book Title |
Author(s) |
Description |
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Financial Accounting |
J.R. Monga |
Widely used in Indian universities which helps in providing a comprehensive understanding of financial accounting principles. |
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Cost Accounting- Principles and Practice |
M.N. Arora |
A standard text for cost accounting, covering concepts and practical applications. |
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Business Economics |
H.L. Ahuja |
A popular choice for Indian university students, covering both micro and macroeconomics with a business perspective. |
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Principles of Microeconomics |
T.R. Jain |
Common for Indian undergraduate study that provides a solid base in microeconomic theory. |
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Business Law |
M.C. Kuchhal |
This book baically covers various aspects of business law including contract law, company law, and other relevant legislation. |
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Principles of Financial Management |
Lawrence J Gitman, Chad J Zutter |
A widely recognized text providing a strong foundation in financial management. |
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Marketing Management |
Philip Kotler, Kevin Lane Keller |
Often considered the "bible" of marketing, providing in depth coverage of marketing concepts and strategies. |
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Fundamentals of Statistics |
S.C. Gupta |
Provides fundamental knowledge of statistical methods used in business. |
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Auditing and Assurance |
Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley. |
Internationally recognized auditing textbook. |
Note- This info is taken from the official website and may vary.
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Yes, Adamas University does offer scholarships to BCom students. Majorly, the university offers the scholarships to the students on the basis of the merit. The fee concession given on the scholarship is as follows:
| Marks (Equivalent CGPA) in Qualifying Examination | Scholarship |
| 95% and above | 100% of the 1st Semester Fee |
| 90.% to 94.99 .% | 50% of the 1st Semester Fee |
| 85% to 89.99% | 25% of the 1st Semester Fee |
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After completing a BCom from Adamas University, Kolkata graduates have access to diff. career paths across corporate, government, and entrepreneurial sectors. The institute's rely on industry readiness that leads to roles in management and specialised business functions. The names of the roles are:
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No, the entrance test for admissions into BCom course at Adamas University is not imp. The HSC scores is a also a parameter to get selected by the university.
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Answered Yesterday
There are number of factors that one can consider for comparing the institutions, while comparing the Adamas University, Kolkata BCom course. These factors can not be predecided, because it can change according to the students' prefrences. The names of the imp. considered factors are, seats, placeme
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To get a direct seat in Adamas University Kolkata for BCom course, students should consider these points
- Any UG candidate with more than 80% marks in aggregate in their 12th standard board examinations (CBSE & ISC) or 70% in Higher Secondary (HS), is eligible for direct admission and does not require
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The BCom course at Adamas University Kolkata is given through the School of Business. The number of seats allocated to this course is 40. The university offers very limited number of allocation to the Bachelor of Commerce course.
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The minor courses given at Adamas Univeristy BCom syllabus are as follows:
- Principles of Accounting (COM105) – sem. I
- Cost and Management Accounting (COM106) – sem. II
- Introduction to Financial Management (COM206) – sem. III.
- Direct Tax (COM207) – sem. IV.
- Financial Management (COM309) – sem. V.
- Corporate
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The AUAT syllabus for admissions into BCom course at Adamas University is releated to the subjects that students have studied in their Class 12 only. AUAT examination is held online and can be taken by the candidates from any location. The exam duration is 60 minutes and has 60 questions. There are
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There are no. of components for fees in Adamas University BCom course. The components are need to be paid at different intervals. The names of some of the fee components can be:
- Tuition Fees
- Development Fees
- Caution Money/Deposit
- Hostel Fees, etc.
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Answered Yesterday
The tuition fee for the BCom at Adamas University is INR 3.9 lakh. This fee structure is sourced from the authorised body. But, this fee structure is can shift/ changes that may be made by the university from time to time.
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One can say that the application fee for the BCom course at Adamas University is both merit and entrance based. Students can get admission after securing a good score in the AUAT examination. Also, if they have secured more than 80% in HSC, they can easily get admissions into the BCom course.
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The application charges or the amount that students need to pay after the application submission of BCom course at Adamas University Kolkata is Rs. 1,000. Once this amount is paid, it can not be reversed in any circumstances.
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AUAT at Adamas Univeristy, Kolkata is an online proctored exam. Students can appear for this examination after qualifying the minimum eligibility criteria and completing the application form. The results of the exam are announced after 48 hours and will be communicated to the candidates by the Admis
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Students can apply for the BCom course at Adamas University, Kolkata now. As the admission portal is open. They can go to the website register for the course along with the entrance exam and can enroll in the course.
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The name of the accepted entrance exam for admissions into BCom course at Adamas University is the AUAT examination, which is an university-in-house entrance exam. Students should know that it is not important to pass the AUAT exam. But, they can also enroll directly if they have secured more than 8
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University offers four-year BCom (Hons) course in one specialisation. It is available in Accounting and Finance. The course admission is offered based on scores in AU CET/ CUET. It is also important that the students meet the eligibility criteria. The appl
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The confusion about college selection is common among students during admission season. SoMS, Apeejay Stya University offers BCom (H) course of four-year duration with an exit option. It is recognised by UGC and NAAC accredited with 'A' grade. Students wanting to explore other options can consider b
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Answered 2 days ago
Apeejay School of Mangement Sciences BCom (H) total fee is INR 15.43 lakh. The BCom and BCom (H) courses total fee range from INR 3.7 Lacs to INR 6.26 Lacs at Geeta University. Thus, the latter is offering the UG course at more economical price. However, students can consider other factors as well d
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SoMS, Apeejay Stya University BCom (H) students opting for hostel facility need to pay the prescribed charges. This can include the accommodation and mess charges. SoMS hostel fee is INR 4.18 lakh. It is as per official sources, but is still subject to changes. Hence, is indicative.
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University BCom (H) tuition fee amounts to INR 10.4 lakh. This fee component is charged annually or semester-wise by the school. It is as per official sources, but is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University BCom (H) fee structure includes eight other fee components. These are charged annually, semester-wise, or onetime. Check below the fee components along with amount are mentioned below as per the official website:
| Fee Component | Amount |
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| Application fee | INR 1,000 |
| Development fee | INR 10,000 |
| Alumni Fund | INR 3,000 |
| Online library fee | INR 2,000 |
| Insurance | INR 500 |
| Activity fee | INR 2,000 |
| Caution money | INR 5,000 |
| Examination fee | INR 2,000 |
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, ASU does not offer direct admission to its BCom (H) course. Candidates are selected for admission based on fulfillment of eligibility and selection criteria. For admission, the scores of CUET/ AU CET can be considered.
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Answered 2 days ago
Students applying for BCom (H) course of SoMS, ASU need to pay an application fee. The form fee is INR 1,000 as per the official website. Candidates can pay the fee via credit card/ debit card/ net banking, etc. The fee payment receipt should also be kept safe for future references.
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University accept application forms in online mode. It is advised to check eligibility criteria before applying for the BCom (Hons) course. The steps to be followed for form submission are mentioned below:
- Online Registration
- Email verification
- Application fo
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Answered 2 days ago
The application link is active for BCom (H) admission in SoMS, Apeejay Stya University. Eligible students can visit the website to register and apply. The application need to be submitted on or before the application end date.
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University collaborates with different universities/ organisations. This helps students gain more experience in the BCom (Hons) course. Some of the collaborators are named below:
- ORACLE
- University of Pennsylvania
- ACCA
- Saint Josephs' University
- National Universi
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Answered 2 days ago
Apeejay School of Management Sciences offer four-year long BCom (H) programme. It is offered in Accounting and Finance. Candidates passing the course get a certificate from Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Check below some key features of the course:
- Availability of six paper exemption
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Answered 2 days ago
Candidates wanting to get a seat in BCom (H) at Apeejay School of Management Sciences need to be Class 12 pass with at least 50% aggregate. The students should have the documents as a proof of eligibility during admission. It should also be noted that meeting eligibility criteria does not confirm se
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Answered 2 days ago
School of Management Sciences, Apeejay Stya University offers four-year BCom (H) course with exit option in the third year. The course curriculum is divided into semester pattern. Check below the topics covered in the first semester:
- Business Context of Accounting
- Company Accounts
- Principles and Practi
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Answered 2 days ago
New Horizon College Kasturinagar BCom fees is INR 3 lakh. The college offers 200 seats for the course. Students can go to the official site of the college to know more.
Note: This is taken from official sources and can change.
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