Commerce education provides knowledge and skills related to trade, commerce, and industry. It began in India in 1886 with the establishment of the first commerce school in Chennai. Commerce education ranges from classes 11-12 at the higher secondary level to professional degrees like B.Com, M.Com, and Ph.D. Subjects include accounting, economics, marketing, taxation, statistics, e-commerce, and business communication. Commerce education is important as it satisfies human wants, increases standards of living, links producers and consumers, generates employment, and increases national income and wealth. General skills required for commerce students include soft skills, computer skills, and English proficiency.