BCom in Finance, Accounting, Audit and Taxation

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours / Honours with Research) with Global Qualification

Finance, Accounting, Audit and Taxation with KPMG Certified Accounting Professional (KCAP)


Eligibility

The minimum qualification required to apply is a pass in the 10+2 examination in Science or Commerce from PUC / ISC / CBSE or an equivalent board. A course recognised as equivalent thereto by the University.

Overview

Accounting plays a key role in communicating information to interested parties, enabling them to assess the company's financial position. The Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree programme in Accounting, Audit and Taxation aims at producing accounting professionals who can provide the necessary information to make informed business decisions. The programme has been focused on the systematic study of finance, accounting, auditing and taxation. Geared towards Honours qualification, specifically in B.Com honours in Accounting and Finance, equipping the students with comprehensive knowledge and specialised skills in these domains.

Description

3 years Degree programme

4 years Honours / Honours with Research programme

Award

Bachelor of Commerce in  Financial Accounting.

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours / Honours with Research) in Financial Accounting.

No. of Credits

120 minimum and as specified

160 minimum and as specified

Eligibility

PUC or (+2) or 12th or any equivalent degree

For Honours with Research, minimum GPA eligibility will apply

KCAP - KPMG Certified Accounting Programme

In 147 countries, KPMG is an international cooperative of the Big Four accounting firms offering financial audit, tax and advisory services. A 3-year classroom-based course for B. Com (Honors) students at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), provided by KPMG India LLP. The programme shall ensure that the industry is ready by the end of the 3rd year, in three volumes:

  • Volume-1: Basics of accounting (Semesters 1 and 2)
  • Volume-2: Accounting Standards (Semesters 3 and 4)
  • Volume-3: Preparation of financial statements (Semesters 5 and 6)

Certificates are issued to the students as below:

Completion Certificate: Awarded to students clearing all yearly assessments.

Participation Certificate: Awarded to students attending KCAP sessions but not clearing more than two exams.

Program code: 002C
Course code : 2C11
Course Commencement : Aug 2025

Study Campus

School of Commerce
# 44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 5600 69

P : + 91 80 46501738
P : + 91 80 46650100


Admissions Office

JAIN Knowledge Campus
# 44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 560069

P : + 91 7899759344
P : + 91 7899090958

Curriculum Structure
  • English – 1
  • Language – 1
  • Basic Accounting- I (K-Cap)
  • People Management
  • Trends In Commerce
  • Banking Insurance Operations
  • Fundamentals Of Trading In Stock And Currencies
  • Mmhv – I
  • English – II
  • Language – II
  • Basic Accounting- II (K-Cap)
  • Research Methodology
  • Financial Service And Capital Market
  • Contemporary Marketing
  • Mmhv – II
  • Project / Dissertation
  • Principles Of Auditing
  • Taxation – I
  • Quantitative Techniques
  • Accounting Standards -I(K-Cap)
  • Marketing / Entrepreneurship / HR
  • Environmental Studies
  • Financial Statement Analysis / Business Documentation And Legalities
  • Open Elective
  • Taxation – II
  • Accounting Standards - II(K-Cap)
  • Managerial Finance
  • Marketing / Entrepreneurship / HR
  • Indian Constitution
  • E-Filing & Returns
  • Open Elective
  • Project / Dissertation
  • Business Law
  • International Accounting Standards -I (K-Cap)
  • Advanced Auditing
  • Advanced Accounting
  • Marketing / Entrepreneurship / HR
  • Open Elective – 3
  • Managing Digital Platforms /Co-Curricular & Extension Activities
  • Cost & Management Accounting
  • Strategic Financial Management
  • International Accounting Standards -II (K-Cap)
  • International Taxation
  • Marketing / Entrepreneurship / HR
  • Open Elective -4
  • Project / Dissertation
Career Enhancement Programs

A holistic initiative by JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), aimed at empowering students with vital skills for career advancement. This Bachelor of Commerce course strategically addresses the disparity between existing skills and the dynamic job market, promoting a culture of ongoing learning and development. The initiative includes college resources suited for Financial Accounting aimed at boosting students' skills and preparing them for the professional world. Key components of the initiative comprise

Comprehensive Skills Development: Integrated workshops led by industry experts, covering technical proficiencies, project management, and emerging technologies, focusing on the practical application of B.Com honours in Accounting and Finance.

Holistic Soft Skills Training: Emphasis on communication, interpersonal skills, leadership, problem-solving, effective networking, conflict resolution, and time management through targeted workshops.

Real-world exposure and networking: Industry immersion facilitated by visits, guest lectures or professional interactions, promoting connections with industry leaders and fellow professionals in support of an expanded professional network.

Practical Internship Experience: Invaluable hands-on experience providing networking opportunities and practical insights into chosen fields, enhancing overall professional development.

Alumni-Driven Career Enhancement: Leveraging alumni connections for networking events, mentorship, and informational interviews to support career growth and development. 

Career guidance and empowerment: Enabling students to make informed career choices and adapt to the market's demands by offering individual career advice, mapping programmes or certification courses in combination with resources for training.

Career Outcomes

Exploring Opportunities after Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Accounting & KCAP

  • Apply relevant knowledge and skills in employment and entrepreneurship.
  • Use analytical reasoning to make business decisions that are based on data in different situations. 
  • Showcase efficient communication in trade and commercial activities aligning with the comprehensive curriculum of the Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree.
  • Understand business operations to embrace emerging technologies and  IT tools.
  • Demonstrate ethical commitment, lifelong learning and advanced competence in self-directed learning for personal and professional growth.