What should I do after 12th- B.Com or BBA. Which course is better?

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heena agrawal · Answer

Hi. B.Com is a more specific course whereas BBA is a better choice for students who want to pursue a management course later on and wish to develop their managerial skills. Therefore, it is always preferable to scan your aptitude, skills and interest before you choose any of the two.

Manindra Tr · Answer

Dear Student For any of the course choice you may want to apply for the BBA programme at IILM University Gurugram by registering yourself at iilm. Edu. In and appear for the online application process for the same. IILM University invites students from any stream and background with a minimum of 50% aggregate in 10+2. The IILM University Gurugram offers the programme imparts students with contemporary skill Sets such as analytical, decision-making, technical, interpersonal skills and is meant for students who desire to build their professional competence with higher knowledge and develop a holistic personality. Apart from this, an internationally benchmarked curriculum, academically and professionally qualified faculty members along with a strong connection with the industry for live projects, internships, and final placements, makes it the preferred choice for many. Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA): You get to explore different functional areas of a business environment. So, f you are interested in getting an exposure to the various business aspects and get a hold of the concepts of business administration, this course might be your choice. In addition to academic learning, if you pursue BBA from a good university, you get well versed with business insights and real-world business skills. Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com): This is the general degree that spans over a period of 3 years that you can pursue after completing your 12th commerce. Having a normal B.Com. Degree proves quite handy even if you are pursuing any of the professional courses. It is always beneficial to complete your graduation that may help you later on if you go for higher studies. The Bachelor of Commerce degree is designed to provide students with a wide range of managerial skills, while building competence in a particular area of business. Students are exposed to general business principles, taking courses in accounting, finance, business management, human resources, marketing, and economics; some programs also require (business) statistics, (introductory) calculus and information systems.

Neetu Singh · Answer

Both BBA and B.Com offer similar career Opportunity. If students are willing to do an MBA, then BBA might be the better option. But if the students interested to become a CA CS or CFA then B.Com will be a better option for students. BBA is a 3 year undergraduate degree level course. I have recently completed BBA from LPU and I would like to state that it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I have learnt a lot throughout this journey and whatever I have achieved in my academic as well as professional life, I owe it all to LPU. On that note, I would like to tell you about all the features that contributed to quality education and above all, an impeccable college life. Keeping all these points in mind, I would say LPU is the best choice for doing BBA:- No doubt LPU adopts new technologies faster than others they update their curriculum after each semester by taking feedback from the students and also to meet the latest standards. The scope of this particular courses is growing day by day. You will have a great job opportunity in the industrial world. In the management sector in the small span of time you can reach at the top designation. They have Industrial Tie-ups with various reputed companies that give students the opportunity for pursuing live projects/ professional certifications. Entrepreneurship projects are an essential piece of the educational programs and help students build up themselves as fruitful business individuals. Collaboration/ Tie up with companies like NSE, Safe Educate, ICICI Direct, IDFC, etc. For pursuing live projects and/ or professional certifications like NCCMP, NCFM, etc. This course will give you an exposure in management field. After completing BBA you can go for MBA. MBA will provide highly challenging job for you. Different specializations are there in MBA. If you are looking for a career in marketing, then MBA in Marketing is a good option, Because now a days mostly companies recruited students for marketing jobs. BBA students of LPU got placed not only at great salary packages but also with top brands like Amazon, Trident, KPMG, Hindustan Unilever Ltd. L'Real India, Federal Bank, Colgate Palmolive, HDFC Bank, Elgi Equipments, Reliance Industries, ITC Ltd. , Tata AIG, Kent Healthcare Systems Ltd. , MRF Ltd. , etc. Mostly students opt for higher education after completing BBA.

Ashish Sharma · Answer

Hi Venkatesh, BBA is a very career oriented programme. All you need to opt an Institute with good potential. LPU curates quality education where salient features are as follows: Curriculum : If at all the curriculum is continuously upgraded and developed with consultations and feedback of industry. Since management is a highly dynamic field, you cant afford a programme which is stuck in obsolete technologies and syllabi. Pedagogy : The teaching pedagogy formal the backbone of how the programme is delivered, more the practical, better it is. Maximum exposure to practicals and internships more chances of becoming a well-rounded professional. Technology: The businesses and the business functions are now highly tech driven, the tech programme must have the exposure and training of the same. The world leading technologies like SAP, GitHub, Advance excel, etc. Are must for any professional to succeed in career. Industry interface: Ultimately its the industry which is going to immerse the students in the placements, the regular industrial talks, interactions, lectures, visits and internships are must have in any tech programme. Professional etiquette: It is the most important part these days, the personality, ethics, virtuous, speech, body language, interpersonal skills, etc. Diversity: As he world shrinks into a aligned economy, the professionals will be required to work in cross cultural teams having entirely different work culture and ethos, the national and international diversity of students in a college is helpful in enabling the students develop right sensibilities for such work atmosphere. Entrepreneurship : Even though most of the students go for jobs, the exposure to entrepreneurship is required. This helps the professionals know how the other departments and the profit center heads work, what are the expectations etc. The college must have innovation labs, design thinking and business incubator. Community service: A bit of community projects in between the course are very important to develop the humane side of the person as well as learn the organizing skills. Placements : The programme is only means to the end and desired end of such course is a placement. You must check if the college/university has sold track record of placements or not. In all the parameters mentioned, LPU has done exceptionally well, its unmatched placement record speaks for itself with over 600 companies coming to campus for recruiting students. All the best.

Urvashi · Answer

Dear Venkatesh, A lot of students get confused while choosing between BBA and B.Com (Hons). Let me give you some insights to help you get clarity, While the BBA course has a blend of papers from varied areas such as management, economics, marketing, human resources, finance & accounting, operations, international business, entrepreneurship, the B.Com (Hons) course delves deep into the world of finance and accounting with specific papers in Strategic Cost Control, Income Tax Law and Practice etc. to get you ready to face the industry. If you plan to also complete Chartered Accountancy, B.Com (Hons) course is usually the better choice. Further, after a B.Com (Hons) course you can pursue an M.Com or look at international accounting certifications to better carve and strengthen your career. After BBA, you can choose to get into the corporate world or go for an MBA since you would have an understanding over a diverse range of disciplines to help you decide your interest (business development, HR, Sales & Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Research Analyst etc. ). Of course, the option of starting your own entrepreneurial venture stays common for careers after both courses. At IILM University, both BBA and B.Com (Hons) programs are aligned to IILM University's ethos of giving the students freedom of choice whereby they can pick up disciplines from multiple verticals. This in-process helps them specialise in two areas of their choice (major and minor) adding to their employability quotient and making them capable to handle any challenges they face during their careers (www.iilm.edu.in). Students must check out the curriculum, faculty, industry connect opportunities at their chosen universities as this will help get them closer to achieving heights in their career as a theoretical as well as practical understanding of the concepts and make you industry-ready. Hope this helps!

Dharamveer Dheer · Answer

The Bachelor of Commerce is designed to enhance the ability to learn as the students study variety of subjects: accountancy, business administration, finance, economics and industrial policies. This course equips one with the analytical, communication and problem-solving skills to effectively identify issues, source information and to find efficient and practical solutions. After B.Com the students can avail exciting and diverse post graduate opportunities like MBA, law, international studies, designing/merchandising, MBE, M.Com finance, economics, etc. Which will set them apart from the crowd and prepare them for success in the global marketplace. The industry takes them at par with the students having professional degree like BBA hotel management, etc. And sometimes at higher platform if someone is from reputed college. All most all universities and colleges in India offer B.Com degree, therefore, chances of getting into the course is higher. Bachelor of Business Administration, on the other hand, is a professional course, and it is offered by a few universities and of these, only a handful of colleges / institutes offer quality course. Choosing the right institute is key to landing up in a good job. The BBA course is tailored in consultation with representatives from leading organisations, ensuring that you graduate with an industry-relevant degree. Students get practical experience, read assigned materials, attend seminars, and prepare an internship report. Students are encouraged to attend leadership training workshops and conferences; including, but not limited to, public speaking, group dynamics, and problem solving, and evaluating techniques. These skills not only help to fetch a good job, but also, the students remain at an edge over others while studying MBA. However, all this happens only when the students get into a reputed college. After BBA the students can get into marketing, human resource, general management, finance, etc. But the most pertinent question is to do these courses from only the colleges of the country like SRCC, RAMJAS, Xaviers, SD College Chandigarh, LPU, Symbiosis etc. Hope this helps DVD.

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