Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) in Computer Application
Commerce is essential to the global economy. It encompasses everything related to the buying and selling of goods and services at both the wholesale and retail levels.
- Commerce involves the exchange of goods and services, often for a profit
- There are two branches of commerce – trade, and aids to trade.
- Trade can be either internal (within a country’s borders) or external (between countries).
- Aids to trade include transport, warehousing, distribution, advertising, insurance and banking.
- There are seven primary commerce business models: B2C (Business to Customers) , B2B (Business to Business), B2A (Business to Administration), C2A (Customers to Administration), C2C (Customers to Customers), C2B(Customers to Business) and DTC (Direct to Customers).
Commerce is defined as the exchange of goods and services between two or more entities. It typically involves buying and selling things of value. Commerce can take place between businesses, between consumers, or between businesses and consumers. Commerce involves an exchange of value and often generates a profit for one of the parties involved. It also includes services provided by companies and other organizations that facilitate the commerce exchange. Commerce is important to society in five essential ways:
- Commerce satisfies individual wants and needs
- Commerce links producers and consumers
- Commerce increases the standard of living
- Commerce creates employment opportunities
- Commerce generates profits
B.Com Computer Applications is a three-year full-time undergraduate program that deals with studying various aspects of computer science along with Commerce. It is a combination of Commerce and computer applications for commerce disciplines that require knowledge of computers. This course is designed to equip students with integrated knowledge of commerce and computer systems. In addition, this course offers ample job opportunities in the IT and Commerce industry. Upon completing the course, students can work as Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Auditor, Computer Programmer, App Developer, etc.
Students will be conversant with computer programming, input/output devices, hardware/software, and the ideas of commerce after finishing the course. This programme is designed to educate students to all of the major features of computer applications while also preparing them for careers in the IT and commerce sectors.
For those interested in commerce and computers, Computer Applications can be a very rewarding professional path. As the world becomes Digital , there are more chances in the IT field for computer application graduates. Students can get work with prominent companies in well-paying positions. A higher degree in computer application might also lead to more lucrative opportunities. This training opens up many potential employment opportunities in IT firms, software firms, online marketing firms, management firms, the baking industry, and so on.
Computer Science jobs will grow by 13% by 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Opportunities for B.Com graduates in Computer Application will grow as the demand for more efficient accounting and commerce systems grows. Graduates are offered competitive pay by leading multinational corporations.
Curriculum Focus:
| Tamil/Other Languages | English through Literature II |
| Communicative English I | Corporate Accounting II |
| Financial Accounting I | Object Oriented Programming in C++ |
| Business Organisation | Cost Accounting |
| Communicative English II | Income Tax Law & Practice |
| Financial Accounting II | Entrepreneurial Development |
| Computer Application in Business | Management Accounting |
| English through Literature I | Human Resource Management |
| Corporate Accounting – I | Customs, Excise and Goods and Service Tax |
| Database Management System |
Career Pathways:
| Taxation | Software Architect |
| Accountant | Trainee |
| Account Executive | Associate |
| Chartered accountant | Business Analyst |
| Audit | Commerce |
| Banking & Insurance | Financial Analyst |
| Financial advisor | Stockbroker |
| Government | Retail Store Manager |
| HR Assistant | Web Developer |
Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO1: Disciplinary knowledge: Capable of demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and understanding of one or more disciplines that form a part of an undergraduate Programme of study
PO2: Communication Skills: Ability to express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally; Communicate with others using appropriate media; confidently share one’s views and express herself/himself; demonstrate the ability to listen carefully, read and write analytically, and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to different groups.
PO3: Critical thinking: Capability to apply analytic thought to a body of knowledge; analyse and evaluate evidence, arguments, claims, beliefs on the basis of empirical evidence; identify relevant assumptions or implications; formulate coherent arguments; critically evaluate practices, policies and theories by following scientific approach to knowledge development.
PO4: Problem solving: Capacity to extrapolate from what one has learned and apply their competencies to solve different kinds of non-familiar problems, rather than replicate curriculum content knowledge; and apply one’s learning to real life situations.
PO5: Analytical reasoning: Ability to evaluate the reliability and relevance of evidence; identify logical flaws and holes in the arguments of others; analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources; draw valid conclusions and support them with evidence and examples, and addressing opposing viewpoints.
PO6: Research-related skills: A sense of inquiry and capability for asking relevant/appropriate questions, problem arising, synthesizing and articulating; Ability to recognise cause-and-effect relationships, define problems, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses, analyse, interpret and draw conclusions from data, establish hypotheses, predict cause-and-effect relationships; ability to plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or investigation
PO7: Cooperation/Team work: Ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams; facilitate cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group, and act together as a group or a team in the interests of a common cause and work efficiently as a member of a team.
PO8: Scientific reasoning: Ability to analyse interprets and draws conclusions from quantitative/qualitative data; and critically evaluates ideas, evidence and experiences from an open-minded and reasoned perspective.
PO9: Reflective thinking: Critical sensibility to lived experiences, with self awareness and reflexivity of both self and society.
PO10: Information/digital literacy: Capability to use ICT in a variety of learning situations, demonstrate ability to access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources; and use appropriate software for analysis of data.
PO11: Self-directed learning: Ability to work independently, identify appropriate resources required for a project, and manage a project through to completion.
PO12: Multicultural competence: Possess knowledge of the values and beliefs of multiple cultures and a global perspective; and capability to effectively engage in a multicultural society and interact respectfully with diverse groups.
PO13: Moral and ethical awareness/reasoning: Ability to embrace moral/ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, and use ethical practices in all work. Capable of demonstrating the ability to identify ethical issues related to one‟s work, avoid unethical behaviour such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data or committing plagiarism, not adhering to intellectual property rights; appreciating environmental and sustainability issues; and adopting objective, unbiased and truthful actions in all aspects of work.
PO14: Leadership readiness/qualities: Capability for mapping out the tasks of a team or an organization, and setting direction, formulating an inspiring vision, building a team who can help achieve the vision, motivating and inspiring team members to engage with that vision, and using management skills to guide people to the right destination, in a smooth and efficient way.
PO15: Lifelong learning: Ability to acquire knowledge and skills, including „learning how to learn‟, that are necessary for participating in learning activities throughout life, through self-paced and self-directed learning aimed at personal development, meeting economic, social and cultural objectives, and adapting to changing trades and demands of work place through knowledge/skill development/reskilling
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
PSO1 – Placement:
To prepare the students who will demonstrate respectful engagement with others’ ideas, behaviors, beliefs and apply diverse frames of reference to decisions and actions.
PSO 2 – Entrepreneur:
To create effective entrepreneurs by enhancing their critical thinking, problem solving, decision making and leadership skill that will facilitate startups and high potential organizations
PSO3 – Research and Development:
Design and implement HR systems and practices grounded in research that comply with employment laws, leading the organization towards growth and development.
PSO4 – Contribution to Business World:
To produce employable, ethical and innovative professionals to sustain in the dynamic business world.
PSO 5 – Contribution to the Society:
To contribute to the development of the society by collaborating with stakeholders for mutual benefit