After 12th puc

10 Best Courses after 12th Commerce:

1. Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com):

This is the general degree that spans over a period of 3 years that you can pursue after completing your 12th commerce. Having a normal B.com degree proves quite handy even if you are pursuing any of the professional courses. It is always beneficial to complete your graduation that may help you later on if you go for higher studies.

2. Bachelors of Commerce (Honours) or B.com (Hons):

This is similar to B.com but in an extensive form with specialisation in a particular subject or field like Accountancy, management or economics etc. The industry demand for B.com (Honours) is somewhat better than normal B.com.

3. Bachelors in Economics:

This is yet another option for commerce students to pursue after their higher secondary education. You will get to experience practical knowledge on various economic concepts, economic policies, analytical methods and programs etc

4. Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA):

This is a 3 year Business administration course helping to build a base in core business disciplines. You get to explore different functional areas of a business environment. So, if you are interested in getting an exposure to the various business aspects and get a hold of the concepts of business administration, this course might be your choice.

5. Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS):

Another undergraduate programme designed to prepare students in the field of management. This is a 3 year course that provides theoretical and practical training which helps to inculcate leadership and managerial skills. A good understanding of managerial practices and concepts can guide you to explore ample of opportunities in the business world.

Professional Courses after 12th Commerce:

6. Chartered Accountancy (CA): 

This is the best professional course for building a successful career in commerce. Becoming a Chartered Accountant opens the various doors to exciting career opportunities in diversified sectors. You can act as a Tax Consultant, an auditor, an advisor, a financial officer and so. This entirely depends upon whether you go in your own independent practice or you settle for a corporate job.

7. Company Secretary (CS):

This is another professional course that is opted by students after 12th commerce. This course is provided by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India. A Company Secretary is basically responsible for all the regulatory compliance of the company and acts as an in-house legal expert. After doing CS, 

8. Cost and Management Accountant (CMA):

This course is provided by The Institute of Cost Accountants of India or ICWAI. Certified Cost Accountants maintain cost accounting records, do cost auditing, helps in planning, controlling and costing of products.

9. Certified Financial Planner (CFP):

Are you are interested in building a career in areas of Personal finance, wealth management, insurance planning, mutual fund investing? If yes, then this might be a great fit for you. So, if you want to enter the financial planning world, then you need to get this certification as a Certified Financial Planner or CFP.

Financial Planning Standard Board India or FPSB India is the principal licensing body that grants CFP license.

10. Bachelor of Law (LLB):

LLB is also a common degree that students pursue after their 12th standard. You might already know who a “lawyer” or “advocate” is and what are his duties.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) is the main regulatory body of Law Education in India. BCI provides certificate of practice after completion of LLB. In order to practice you need to clear the All India Bar Examination.