Which course shall I pursue after 12th (commerce) amongst B.Com, BBA and BMS?

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Kajal Kumari · Answer

All three courses, B.Com BBA and BMS, are excellent options to pursue after 12th commerce, but they differ in their focus and career opportunities. B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) is a traditional undergraduate degree that provides a broad understanding of commerce-related subjects such as Accounting, Economics, and Business Law. This course is suitable for students who wish to specialize in a particular area of commerce after graduation, such as Chartered Accountancy, Company Secretaryship, or Cost Accountancy. BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) is an undergraduate degree that focuses on the overall management of an organisation. This course covers various areas of management such as Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and Operations. It is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in management or start their own business. BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies) is an undergraduate degree that focuses on developing management skills and providing a broad understanding of management concepts. This course covers various areas of management such as Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and Operations. It is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in management or start their own business. Ultimately, the choice between these three courses depends on your interests, career goals, and personal strengths. You can research each course's curriculum and career opportunities to decide which one aligns best with your aspirations. You can also speak with your teachers, career counsellors, and professionals working in your preferred industry to gain more insights and make an informed decision.

Ahana Sharma · Answer

Both the courses are good, which course you want to pursue totally depends upon your area of interest. B.Com and BBA have been the topmost choices for students who wish to make a career in the field of management or commerce. Bachelor of Commerce B.Com is one of the oldest courses which continues to be extremely popular among students even today. Whereas Bachelor in Business Administration BBA falls in the category of courses that have seen a massive increase in demand in recent years. With various options available, it is difficult to choose the right career path after class 12. B.Com and BBA are some of the most popular choices of students who want to pursue a career in the field of management and business. There are many courses in the filed of commerce that open new opportunities for students. Similarly, the specialisations in a BBA programme are also quite diverse and have their own benefits. I did BBA from Lovely Professional University and my experience was phenomenal. LPU is helping me grow professionally and personally with its career-oriented programs and support. LPUs business school is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and programme (ACBSP). Recently Ministry of Human Resource Government of India Ranked Lovely Professional University No. 2 in India in Management. 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. Every year Around 550+ companies visit every year for such activities and campus-recruitment of students from LPU. Companies likes Colgate Palmolive, Hindustan Unilever, Godrej Consumer, SAP Labs, Asian Paints, Bajaj Allianz, Federal Bank, Moodys Analytics, Blue Star, Zomato, Berger Paints, Marico etc. Also, in my view, I think you should not worry about the placements. If you work hard in the course and learn as much as you can, any company visiting the campus would be happy to hire you. However, you must not neglect polishing your communication skills as well, because companies will check that in their interviews. LPU provides plenty of opportunities to its students to take part in events, competitions, fests in order to let them grow their personality and give them a chance to polish their skills.

Dharamveer Dheer · Answer

The Bachelor of Commerce is designed to enhance the ability of the students to study a 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. It will set them apart from the crowd, and prepare them for success in the global marketplace. Bachelor of Business Administration, on the other hand, is a professional course, and it is offered at few universities and only a handful of colleges / institutes offer the quality course. Choosing the right institute is key to landing 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 have an edge over others while studying MBA. However, all this happens only when the students get admission in a reputed college. After BBA the students can get into marketing, human resource, general management, finance, etc. This course, however, restricts the students from other postgraduate study opportunities. I hope this helps.

Urvashi · Answer

Dear Sourav, While you may have found your choice of course, but for the benefit of many, sharing a few details. On the one hand, the BBA course has a blend of papers from varied areas such as management, economics, marketing, human resources, finance & accounting, operations, international business, entrepreneurship; on the other, 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 the curriculum, faculty, industry connect opportunities at their chosen universities as this will help them get closer to achieving heights in their career - through a theoretical and practical understanding of concepts, thus making you industry-ready. Hope this helps!

DISHA RANI · Answer

All 3 courses are good after class 12th according to me you can go either for BBA or B.Com as it also depends on your interest as BBA & BMS courses are more focused on managerial knowledge, whereas B.Com is more focused on accountancy.

Namrata Sharma · Answer

BBA is the best option out of the three as BBA helps you to be an entrepreneur or be in the field of Marketing, Sales and Finance. BBA with a specialisation is the best course to pursue after class 12th as it opens up various career options after graduation. BBA courses enhance your knowledge, skills set and give an exposure to the changing trends in the economy. Also, if you wish to be working in a private sector then BBA with specialisation would help you in achieving your goals of a skilled Manager in the field of Finance, Marketing & Sales. B.Com on the other hand gives you limited options to explore after graduation. There are various colleges offering BBA with specialisation, noteworthy is IILM-Lodhi road. IILM offers the best BBA courses with specialisation, namely: BBA in Entrepreneurship BBA in International Management BBA with Psychology BBA with Communication. For more information, contact the Admissions team or visit the website.

Ankit Kumar · Answer

All 3 courses are good after class 12th. According to me you can go either for BBA or B.Com as it also depends on your interest as BBA & BMS courses are more focused on managerial knowledge, whereas B.Com is more focused on accountancy.

Muskan Marodia · Answer

All 3 courses are good after class 12th according to me you can go either for BBA or B.Com, as it also depends on your interest as BBA & BMS courses are more focused on managerial knowledge, whereas B.Com is more focused on accountancy.

pasha asif · Answer

BMS. I don't know much about that but apart from BMS, the remaining two have good scope and equal opportunities. So, if you want to choose between theses two, better to choose on the basis of your interests.

Manjeet Jakhar · Answer

Firstly, it totally depend on your interest in which field you want to go. You have more options BBA and B.Com, and BBA is related to management skills.

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