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An M.Com doesn't lock you into just one path — it actually opens up more options than most people realise. What you choose depends on whether you want stability, growth, entrepreneurship, or academics.

Here's how it usually plays out in real life.

If you're inclined towards finance and numbers, you can work as an Accountant, Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, Tax Consultant, or Auditor. Many M.Com graduates join CA firms to gain practical exposure. Some move into corporate finance roles in banks, NBFCs, or private companies. With experience, roles like Finance Manager or Accounts Head are very achievable.

If you're interested in banking, you can prepare for government bank exams (IBPS, SBI) or even aim for roles in private banks. An M.Com gives you a strong base for positions like Probationary Officer, Credit Analyst, Relationship Manager, or Risk Analyst.

If taxation interests you, you can work in GST consultancy, income tax advisory, or corporate compliance. A lot of M.Com graduates build very stable careers in tax practice — some even open their own consultancy later.

If you enjoy research or academics, you can go for UGC-NET and move into lecturership. Teaching in colleges, pursuing a PhD, or working in research projects becomes an option. Many people choose this route for long-term stability and respect in the profession.

If corporate life attracts you, roles in HR, operations, business development, payroll management, compliance, or administration are also common. Companies value M.Com graduates for their understanding of business systems and financial processes.

Some people use M.Com as a stepping stone. They combine it with professional courses like CA, CS, CMA, CFA, or even an MBA to strengthen their profile. That combination significantly boosts salary and growth.

And honestly, some graduates realise during M.Com that they want to start something of their own — accounting firms, tax consultancy, coaching centres, online finance services, etc.

Salary-wise, freshers usually start anywhere between ₹2.5 to ₹6 Lacs per annum depending on skills, city, and internships. Growth depends less on the degree and more on practical exposure, certifications, and communication skills.

In simple words, M.Com gives you a strong foundation. What really shapes your career after that is the direction you choose and how much practical experience you build alongside it.