B.Com (Accounting and Finance)
Introduction
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) is a three-year full time degree programme. It is affiliated to University of Mumbai. The course is divided into six semesters. The course helps the students in getting a specialized knowledge in the area of Accounts, Cost Accounting, Financial Management and Taxation. The teaching methods includes lectures, presentations and case studies. There are various guest lectures and seminars conducted in order to give practical experience to the students by the professionals.
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) degree makes the openings for work in the field of Accounts & Finance Consultant, Accounts Assistant with a Chartered Accountant, Accounts Executive, Accounts Officer, Assistant Controller, Business Analyst, Equity Research Analyst, Finance Executive, Finance Officer, Internal Auditor, Personal Financial Adviser, Research Analyst, Tax Assistant, Treasurer.
Syllabus
1• Financial Accounting (Elements of Financial Accounting)-I
2• Cost Accounting (Introduction and Elements of Cost)-I
3• Financial Management (Introduction to Financial Management) - I
4• Business Communication -I
5• Foundation Course -I
6• Commerce (Business Environment) – I
7• Business Economics - I
1• Financial Accounting (Special Accounting Areas) -II
2• Auditing (Introduction and Planning)- I
3• Innovative Financial Services
4• Business Communication –II
5• Foundation Course – II
6• Business Law - I (Business Regulatory Framework)
7• Business Mathematics
1• Financial Accounting – III (Special Accounting Areas)
2• Cost Accounting – II (Methods of Costing)
3• Taxation Paper – II (Direct Taxes - I)
4• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN ACCOUNTANCY – I
5• Foundation Course in commerce - III (FInancial Market Operation)
6• Business lAw - II (Business Regulatory Framework)
7• Business Economic – II
1• Financial Accounting Paper – IV (Special Accounting Areas)
2• Management Accounting – I (Introduction of Management Accounting)
3• Taxation – III (Indirect Taxes)
4• Information Technology in Accountancy– II
5• Foundation Course in Management (Introduction to Management - IV) (Company Law)
6• Information Technology Paper – II (Applications in Business)
7• Foundation Course Paper &ndas
1• Cost Accounting – III
2• Financial Management–III
3• Taxation – IV
4• Management – II(Management Application)
5• Financial Accounting – V
6• Financial Accounting – VI
1• Cost Accounting – IV
2• Financial Management–III
3• Taxation – V (Indirect Taxes)
4• Economics – III (Indian Economy)
5• Financial Accounting – V
6• Project Work
Eligibility
A candidate for being eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) Degree course shall have passed XII std. examination of the Maharashtra State Board of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent and secured not less than 45% marks in aggregate at first attempt (40% in case of reserved category). Every candidate admitted to the degree Course shall have to register himself/herself with the University of Mumbai.
Admission
Admission to the course offered by the rules framed by the University of Mumbai from time to time and will be given at the commencement of the first semester.
Candidates seeking admission other than Maharashtra board and colleges affiliated other than University of Mumbai must produce a Transfer Certificate from the board/college last attended.
Programme Outcome
This Programme is dedicated to the study of Accountancy and Finance. It offers an in-depth study of Financial Accounting, Auditing, Cost Accounting and Taxation, while also touching business related communication, mathematics and law. It also provides instruction in research methodology and enhancing the general knowledge and social consciousness of students. The Programme is ideal for those aspiring to become CA, CFA, CMA and similarly qualified.
Scheme of Examination
The Examination is divided in two parts:
1. Internal Assessment – 25 Marks whish is further divided into:
a) One class tests of 20 marks.
b) 5 marks for Class Participation and Attendance.
2. Semester End Examination – 75 Marks
Highlights
- A briefing session on add on courses was organised for B.Com (Accounting and Finance) students on January 15, 2021. Mr. Vishal Gada and Mr. Zaheer Sayed from Financial Planning Academy gave insights to the students about the various certification courses that can be pursued along with BAF.
- A BOOTCAMP by ISME was organised for T.Y.B.Com (Accounting and Finance) on January 21, 2021. Prof. Omkar Pandharkame was the guest speaker for the session. The topic covered was Entrepreneurship Post Pandemic.
- A workshop on “Financial Literacy” was organised for B.Com (Accounting and Finance) students on January 27, 2021. Dr. Ms Ranu Jain was the guest speaker for the session. Awareness about the financial literacy was created among the youth.
- Guest Lecture on “Introduction to Transfer Pricing” – International Taxation was organised on January 30, 2021. Mr. Karnik Kansara – Senior Manager KPMG was invited as a guest speaker.
- FINCOUNTS – BAF INITIATIVE two days departmental activity was organised on February 05 – 06, 2021. Events like Quizzards of Oz, The Defender’s Court, Be an Entrepreneur and The Fab Performer was organised. Students participated enthusiastically in the events and it helped them build self-confidence. Students made valuable contributions by effectively presenting their topics given for the activity. Students also learned various management skills.
- Guest Lecture on “Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code” was organized for the students on February 27, 2021. Mr. Mayank Sanghvi – Manager Deloitte was a guest speaker for the session. The session covered holistically about the process of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
- A Practical Training Session on “E-Filing of Income Tax Returns” was organised for the students on March 13, 2021. Ms. Minal Jaisinghani - Visiting Faculty, Advocate and Income Tax Consultant conducted an online training session with the students. Online demonstration of Income Tax Websites was given to the students. Students learned about how to create an account for E-Filing of ITR and the steps to be followed further for the e-submission of ITR.
Placement
- ICCI
- Infosys
- BDO
- VITTO
Faculty
- Dr. Samira Sayed (Course Co-ordinator)
- Ms. Shehnaaz Nazkani
- Mr. Piyush Agarwal
Contact Person
- Dr. Samira Sayed (Course Co-ordinator)