CAREER GUIDANCE
Dr.C.Sahila
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Commerce, SRM IST

why commerce
 Wide Range of Career Options: Commerce graduates have the option to choose
from a wide range of career options like accountancy, finance, marketing, banking,
taxation, law, and many more. This enables them to explore and identify their areas
of interest and pursue a career in a field that aligns with their goals.
 High Demand for Commerce Graduates: The business world is constantly
evolving, and the demand for commerce graduates is on the rise. Companies
across all sectors require commerce graduates to handle their finances, manage
their operations, and develop marketing strategies. This creates a plethora of job
opportunities for commerce graduates.
 Lucrative Pay Scale: Commerce graduates can expect a handsome pay package
right from the start of their career. Due to the high demand for skilled commerce
professionals, the pay scale for commerce jobs is usually higher than other fields.
 Flexibility: Commerce offers a lot of flexibility in terms of job roles and work
schedules. Depending on the role, one can choose to work part-time, full-time, or
even freelance. This makes it easier for individuals to maintain a healthy work-life
balance.

 Self-Assessment: The first step in career counseling is self-assessment. Encourage the
graduates to identify their skills, strengths, weaknesses, and interests. This will help them
narrow down their career options and identify the right path for themselves.
 Networking: Networking is an important aspect of career counseling. Encourage the
graduates to attend job fairs, connect with alumni, and join professional organizations.
This will help them build relationships and gain insights into the industry.
 Skill Development: Advise the graduates to focus on skill development. Encourage them
to take up internships, participate in workshops, and enroll in certification courses. This
will help them build their skill sets and make them more attractive to potential employers.
 Resume Building: A well-crafted resume is essential for any job application. Guide the
graduates on how to create an impressive resume that highlights their skills and
experiences. Encourage them to customize their resume for each job application.
 Interview Preparation: The interview is the final step in the job application process.
Provide the graduates with tips and suggestions on how to prepare for an interview. This
can include practicing common interview questions, dressing appropriately, and
researching the company.

Best practices apart from the college
 First Year
Time Management
Building Relationships
Goal Setting
 Second Year
Exploring Opportunities
Getting Involved
Time Management
 Third Year:
Building a Professional Network:
Internships:
Career Planning:
Maintaining Balance:

Club Membership
Association with local business club
Visiting industries/factories/ companies
Part time work

Study through Media / Learning Process
apart from class room
News paper
Face Bok
Whatsapp
You tube
Insta
Twitter

P e r s o n a l R e s o u r c e s
 SKILL, TALENT, ABILITY
 STRENGTH AND WEAKNESS HELPS TO TARGET
THE AREA OF POSSIBLE JOB OPPORTUNITIES

SPECIALIZED SKILLS
LANGUAGE
PROFICIENCY IS
EQUALLY IMPORTANT
COMPUTER
PROFICIENCY IS AN
ADDED ADVANTAGE

Opportunities
 CIVIL SERVICES(INCLUDING,
INDIAN ECONOMIC SERVICE,
INDIAN STATISTICAL SERVICE)
 MANAGEMENT/FINANCE-
 RELATED CAREERS
 BANKING,
 CHARTED
ACCOUNTANCY,
 COMPANY SECRETARY,
 COST & ACCOUNTANCY,
 FINANCIAL ANALYSIS)
 FOREIGN TRADE
 OTHER FIELDS
 LAW
 PLANNING/SOCIAL
 DEVELOPMENT
 ORGANIZATIONS
 ADVERTISING &
TEACHING
 ECONOMICS SERVICE,
 INDIAN STATISTICAL
SEVICE,
 INDIAN AUDITS &
ACCOUNTS,RAILWAY/
 DEFENCE ACCOUNTS
SEVICE )
 LIBRARY SCIENCE
 HOTEL MANAGEMENT
 JOURNALISM
 TEACHING, PUBLIC
RELATIONS

Career Options in Commerce Without Maths
 Stock Broker
 Statistician
 Lawyer
 Journalism and Mass
Communication
 Digital Marketing
 Relationship Manager
 Budget Analyst
 Sales Manager
 Cost Management
Accountant (CMA)
 Retail Management
 Certified Public Accountant
(CPA)
 Human Resource
Management
 Entrepreneurship
 Marketing

International courses for commerce students
 Business administration
 Business law
 Accounting
 Finance
 Marketing
 HR
 Management
 Economics
 Mathematical research
 International business
 Business analytics, and more!

Choosing the right university
 There are several factors you need to consider
when choosing a university.
 Like the course requirements, curriculum, faculty,
career opportunities, etc.
 You also need to consider the subject you’re
interested in. Because one university might rank
well for its Finance program, another might be
better known for its course in International
Relations.
 So let’s take a look at some of the top
universities to study abroad after 12th
commerce and B.Com, course-wise –

Accounting and Finance
 Harvard University, USA
 MIT, USA
 Stanford University, USA
 The London School of Economics and
Political Science, UK
 University of Oxford, UK
 University of Pennsylvania, USA
 The University of Cambridge, UK
 University of California, Berkeley, USA
 The University of Chicago, USA
 New York University, USA

Economics
 MIT, USA
 Harvard University, USA
 Stanford University, USA
 Princeton University, USA
 University of California, Berkeley, USA
 The London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
 University of Chicago, USA
 Yale University, USA
 University of Oxford, UK
 University of Cambridge, UK

How to study abroad after UG
 Studying abroad after finishing UG is not as easy as you might think. The entire process can take
as long as 12 months and a lot of your dedication and efforts.
 To start with, you have to pick a course – a step we have already covered in this blog.
 Next, it’s time to choose the right study abroad destination and shortlist universities that fit your
profile.
 Once that’s done, you’ll need to start preparing for 2 study abroad tests – SAT/ACT (for
undergrad courses) or GMAT/GRE (for grad courses), and IELTS or TOEFL.
While you’re studying for these exams, you need to target the scores that are required by the
universities you have shortlisted. If you don’t get the desired results, you might have to re-
evaluate your university list.
 After you have the scores in your hand, it’s time to collect all the documents needed for your
application. These include-

 High school diploma/College transcripts
 College essay/Statement of Purpose
 Letters of Recommendation
 Test score cards for aptitude and English proficiency, and
 Resume
 With these documents in hand, you can now head to the university website and send in an
application.
 As you wait for your results to come back, you can start working on your finances. Apply
for scholarships, get an education loan, and start collecting all your financial documents.
 After you get an admit (fingers crossed), you can apply for a student visa.
 The process of applying for a visa is different for each country. And we recommend you
check out our visa blogs to learn about the visa application process of the country you
wish to fly to.
 After the visa is in your hand, it’s time to arrange for your accommodation abroad.
 Now, all that’s left to do is pack up, book your flight tickets, and hop on to a plane that
takes you to your dream university!

Thank you