This course, previously offered by S K Somaiya College, will now be offered by Dr. Shantilal K. Somaiya School of Commerce and Business Studies.

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance)

Bachelor of Commerce Accounting & Finance | B.Com.(A & F)

Programme Overview

In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP), our program offers flexible academic pathways tailored to your unique professional and higher education goals. Students can graduate with a robust 3-Year Degree built for immediate corporate success, with an option to choose the 4th Year Honours Degree or 4th Year Honours with Research Degree.

  • The Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (BAF) programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required to succeed in the dynamic world of accounting, finance, taxation, and business management.
  • The curriculum has been thoughtfully developed in consultation with industry requirements and emerging professional trends, ensuring that students acquire both strong conceptual foundations and practical, job-ready skills. The programme offers a comprehensive blend of courses in Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Taxation, Auditing, Cost and Management Accounting, Corporate Law, Financial Markets and Data Analytics.
  • Learning extends beyond the classroom through hands-on training in industry-relevant tools such as Advanced Microsoft Excel and Tally, case studies, simulations, projects, and experiential learning activities. Students also benefit from regular interactions with industry experts, corporate leaders, and alumni through guest lectures, workshops, seminars, and mentoring sessions. Students also have the opportunity to participate in International Semester exchange programmes with international partner institutions, enabling them to gain exposure to diverse academic environments, broaden their global outlook, and enhance their learning experience through interdisciplinary and cross-cultural engagement.
  • To enhance professional readiness, the programme includes value-added certifications such as NISM certifications within the curriculum, providing students with industry-recognised credentials. Supported by an experienced faculty team comprising academicians and industry practitioners, the programme prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities in accounting, finance, banking, taxation, consulting, and corporate sectors, while also laying a strong foundation for professional qualifications and higher studies.

Key Information

Duration
4 Years
Programme Code
ST4605
Mode of study
Full time
Campus
Vidyavihar - Mumbai
Institute
Dr. Shantilal K Somaiya School of Commerce and Business Studies
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Minor Courses
Programme Objectives
Pedagogy
Career Paths
Curriculum
Graduate Attributes

Minor Courses

At Somaiya Vidyavihar University, minor courses allow students to customize their academic journey. These programs complement your major degree, giving you interdisciplinary skills and opening doors to diverse career opportunities.

  • Psychology – Learn the foundations of human behavior, cognition, and mental health.

    Career Path: Counseling, clinical psychology, human resources, organizational behavior research.

  • Nanotechnology & IPR – Explore nanoscale science alongside intellectual property rights.

    Career Path: R&D in nanomaterials, patent law, innovation policy, technology transfer.

  • Bioinformatics & Omics – Integrate biology with computational analysis.

    Career Path: Genomics research, pharmaceutical data analysis, biotech startups.

  • Biotechnology – Study genetic engineering, molecular biology, and applied sciences.

    Career Path: Biotech firms, healthcare innovation, agricultural technology.

  • Banking – Principles of banking, financial institutions, and regulatory frameworks.

    Career Path: Retail banking, fintech, compliance, investment banking.

  • Economics – Micro and macroeconomic theories with practical applications.

    Career Path: Policy analysis, economic consulting, corporate strategy.

  • Financial Markets – Stock markets, trading, and investment strategies.

    Career Path: Equity research, portfolio management, trading desks.

  • Taxation – Indian tax laws, compliance, and accounting practices.

    Career Path: Chartered accountancy, tax advisory, corporate compliance.

  • Finance – Corporate finance, investment analysis, and risk management.

    Career Path: Financial analyst, corporate treasurer, risk consultant.

  • Accounting – Core principles of bookkeeping, auditing, and financial reporting.

    Career Path: Auditing firms, corporate accounting, forensic accounting.

  • Embedded Systems & IoT – Hardware-software integration for smart devices.

    Career Path: IoT product development, robotics, embedded systems engineering.

  • UI/UX – Human-centered design for digital interfaces.

    Career Path: UX designer, product design, digital innovation labs.

  • Cyber Security – Safeguarding digital systems against threats.

    Career Path: Security analyst, ethical hacker, IT governance specialist.

  • Data Science & Analytics – Statistical modeling, machine learning, and big data.

    Career Path: Data scientist, business intelligence analyst, AI researcher.

  • Management – Leadership, organizational behavior, and strategic planning.

    Career Path: Business consulting, project management, entrepreneurship.

  • Marketing – Consumer behavior, branding, and digital marketing.

    Career Path: Brand manager, digital strategist, advertising executive.

  • Mass Communication – Media studies, journalism, and public relations.

    Career Path: Journalist, media producer, PR consultant, corporate communications.

Programme Objectives

  • Detailed knowledge in the field of accounts, management, taxation, law, etc. Demonstrate effective communication skills through development of listening and writing skills.
  • Develop critical thinking capacity to interpret various accounting, management general practices and use it for the process for improvement and knowledge enhancement.
  • Develop problem solving skills by understanding the practical problem, using the relevant analytical skills and give an appropriate solution.
  • Develop scientific reasoning ability with the help appropriate technology in the field of accounts, management, taxation, etc.
  • Learn to be part of a team, develop reflective thinking along with sensitivity towards group members, leading to development of leadership and team management skills.
  • Develop an understanding of ethical awareness in all fields accounting and finance along with a conscious call towards sustainability of corporate accounting and taxation etc related issues.

Pedagogy

A combination of innovative teaching methods, guest speakers, hands-on experience of new technology, interaction with subject experts provide the student with an ambience that help them flourish their talents in subject specific areas. It encourages team building activities and gives a glimpse of the real world. It helps the student to get a perspective and encourages logical thinking with flexibility of execution.

pedagogy

Career Paths

After successful completion of the course, student can opt for further education like:

  • CA(Chartered Accountant)
  • CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
  • CFP (Certified Financial Planner)
  • CS (Company Secretary)
  • CPA( Certified Public Accountant)
  • FRM (Financial Risk Management)
  • ICMA (Cost Accountant)
  • M.Com
  • MAF (Masters in Accounting and Finance)

Job options after completing the B.Com (A&F):

 

Programme graduates can seek jobs in banks, business consultancies, foreign trade centers, investment firms, wealth management firms, accounting and finance roles in organisations, accounting and taxation firms, policy planning bodies, educational institutes, import export firms, etc. The course also encourages self-employment and entrepreneurship among students and inspires them to turn an emerging idea into viable start up.

Specializations Offered

  • Accounts
  • Taxation
  • Law
  • Quantitative method
  • Professional communication skills

Curriculum

Semester I Semester II
Core Courses Core Courses

Financial Accounting I

Corporate Accounting I

Cost Accounting

Management Accounting

Fundamental of Economics - Arthshastra

Corporate Finance II

Corporate Finance I

Minor Programme

Minor Programme

 Skill Enhancement Course
Skill Enhancement Course

Computer Applications (Data Management using Spreadsheets and Tally ERP)

Statistical Techniques and Logical Reasoning

 Ability Enhancement Course
Ability Enhancement Course

Professional Communication Skill II

Professional Communication Skill I

 Value Added Course
 

IKS
  Multidisciplinary/ Generic Course
 

Business Law
Semester III Semester IV
Core Courses Core Courses

Financial Accounting II

Corporate Accounting II

Taxation I

Taxation II

Cost and Management Accounting

Corporate and Allied Law
Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC) Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Professional Communication Skills III

Professional Communication Skills IV
Skill Enhancement Course Multidisciplinary Course

Equity and Debt Markets

Research Methodology
Value Added Course Value Added Course

Strategic Management

NISM certification courses/ Compliance Course/Seminar/ Workshops/ Events attended
Minor Minor
Semester V Semester VI
Core Courses Core Courses

Corporate Accounting III

Advanced Financial Accounting

Taxation III

Taxation IV
Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Advanced Costing Techniques

Basics of International Taxation

Introduction to International Finance

Basics of Financial Management

Management Theories & Application
Research Project/ Internship Minor

Research Project/ Internship

Minor
Semester I Semester II

Core Courses(CC)

Core Courses(CC)

Financial Accounting I

Corporate Accounting I

Cost Accounting

Management Accounting

Corporate Finance I

Corporate Finance II

Multidisciplinary/ Generic Course

Multidisciplinary/ Generic Course

Fundamental of Economics

Business Law I

Minor

Minor

Minor Programme

Minor Programme

Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)

Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)

Statistical Techniques and Logical Reasoning

Computer Application (Data Management using Spreadsheets and Tally ERP)

Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Professional Communication Skill I

Professional Communication Skills II

Indian Knowledge System (IKS)

Environmental Studies and Sustainability
 

Value Added Courses (VAC)
 

Sports
Semester III Semester IV

Core Courses(CC)

Core Courses(CC)

Corporate Accounting I

Corporate Accounting II

Taxation I

Taxation II

Cost and Management Accounting

Corporate and Allied Law

Minor

Multidisciplinary/ Generic Course

Minor Programme

Research Methodology

Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)

Minor

Equity And Debt Market

Minor Programme

Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)

Professional Communication Skill III/ All languages

Professional Communication Skill IV/ All languages

Value Added Courses (VAC)

Value Added Courses (VAC)

Strategic Management

NISM certification courses/ Compliance Course Seminar/ Workshops/ Events attended
Semester V Semester VI

Core Courses(CC)

Core Courses(CC)

Corporate Accounting III

Advanced Financial Accounting

Taxation III

Taxation IV

Auditing Techniques

Advanced Costing Techniques

Introduction to International Taxation or Financial Management

Introduction to International Finance

Minor

Minor

Minor Programme

Minor Programme

Graduate Attributes

  • Academic excellence
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creativity and originality
  • Engagement with the Society
  • Environmental Sensitivity
  • Leadership and team spirit
  • Professional Efficiency
  • Strong presentation & communication skills
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