About the Programme
Bachelor of Commerce Honours (B. Com) is a four-year undergraduate programme. The courses included in the B. Com programme impart analytical skills, financial literacy, business acumen, business laws, taxation knowledge, etc., with an aim to make the student ready for job opportunities in the fields of accounting, banking, finance, and insurance.
During the 3 years of the B. Com degree programme, the aspirants will learn about general business principles, and at the same time study core commerce subjects such as Accounting, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Income Tax, and Marketing.
Specialisation Offered
University of Calicut offers six specializations for the B. Com degree programme, namely Finance, Banking and Insurance, Co-operation, Computer Applications, Travel and Tourism, and Islamic Finance. Our college offers the B. Com programme with Computer Application specialisation.
Why Should You Study B.Com?
- Prepares students for Entrepreneurship and Employment by providing business and financial knowledge suitable for the professional world.
- Offers vast job domains in sectors such as Banks, Capital Management, Accounting Firms, Investment Banking, and Budget Planning.
- Ensures higher salary packages — average salary ranges from INR 2.5 to 4 lakh per annum (as per PayScale India).
- Provides a base for higher studies like CA, CS, CMA, and MBA, leading to better career growth opportunities.
Who Should Study B.Com?
- Students aiming to build a career in Management or Commerce fields.
- Aspirants who plan to pursue M.Com or other advanced commerce-related studies.
- Candidates looking for strong job prospects in both government and private sectors.
Programme Details
| Duration of the Programme | 4 Years (8 Semesters) with an option to exit after 3 years. |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 30 15 seats – University Quota 15 seats – IHRD Quota |
| Core Courses | Business Management, Managerial Economics, Financial Accounting, Marketing Management, Business Regulations, Corporate Accounting, Human Resources Management, Banking and Insurance, Cost Accounting, Corporate Regulations, Accounting for Management, Business Research Methods, Income Tax Law and Accounts, Income Tax and GST, Auditing and Corporate Governance. |
| Specialisation Courses | Computer Applications in Business, Business Information Systems, Office Automation Tools, Computerised Accounting with Tally. |
Eligibility for Admission
Those candidates who are Eligible for Higher Studies as per the Higher Secondary Examination or a pass in the equivalent examination is the minimum criteria for admission to degree programmes, unless otherwise specified. However, candidates who have qualified the HSE and VHSE of the Government of Kerala under ‘SAY’ scheme and Compartmental Examination of CBSE are also eligible for admission to first year degree programmes in the same academic year. (U.O.No GAI /A2/ 5753/2000 dated 14.05.2004).
A pass (eligible for higher studies) in the Higher Secondary Exam or its equivalent, with at least one Commerce subject, is the eligibility for admission to B.Com. Degree. Candidates who have not taken at least one Commerce subject for Higher Secondary or an equivalent exam should get at least 45% (in 6 subjects) in that exam to become eligible to seek admission to B.Com. A concession of 5% will be given to OBC/ OEC candidates. The SC/ST candidates need get only a pass (eligible for higher studies). (U.O.No.GA1/A2/1658/2007 dtd 28.2.2008)
Syllabus
The college is affiliated to the University of Calicut, and the regulations and syllabus of the programme are formulated by the University. The syllabus was revised by the Board of Studies in the year 2024 as part of the introduction of the new FYUG programmes in the state. The syllabus can be downloaded from the website of the University of Calicut using the following links:
Fee Structure
- First Semester - ₹ 19315/- + University Examination Fee
- Second Semester - ₹ 13035/- + University Examination Fee
- Third Semester - ₹ 13885/- + University Examination Fee
- Fourth Semester - ₹ 13035/- + University Examination Fee
- Fifth Semester - ₹ 13885/- + University Examination Fee
- Sixth Semester - ₹ 13035/- + University Examination Fee