Guiding Students ofCommerce Stream
Towards Good Career Options in India
A Visually Enriched Presentation for Commerce
Stream
Presented by: Varun Dubey
Date: 23-Aug-2025
2.
Introduction
• Guide studentsin exploring viable careers
• Understand their challenges
• Equip educators with practical tools
3.
Common Problems Facedby Commerce
Students
• Lack of awareness about career options
• Confusion between interest and aptitude
• Parental and peer pressure
• Overfocus on traditional paths like CA/CS
• Fear of failure in competitive exams
4.
Understanding Student Profiles
•Academic strengths: Math vs. Non-Math
• Interests: Finance, Law, Business, Data
• Personality types: Risk-taker, Creative, Analytical
• Tools: Psychometric tests, counseling sessions
5.
Traditional Career Optionsin Commerce
• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Company Secretary (CS)
• Cost & Management Accountant (CMA)
• Law (B.Com + LLB or integrated LLB)
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
6.
Emerging and LucrativeCareer Paths
• BBA + MBA (Marketing, HR, Finance, IB)
• Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
• Digital Marketing & E-commerce
• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Startups and Entrepreneurship
7.
Government and PublicSector Opportunities
• Civil Services (UPSC)
• Banking (IBPS, RBI, SBI PO)
• SSC CGL, Insurance Sector
• Indian Economic Services (IES)
8.
Professional Courses andCertifications
• Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Public Accountant
• Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Institute of Management
Accountants, Actuarial Science
• Digital Marketing (Google, Meta Certs)
9.
Development Strategies
• Softskills: Communication, Leadership
• Internships & Real-World Exposure
• Business plan contests, debates
• News & financial awareness habits
10.
Role of Students
•Stay aware by researching career options and ask queries
• Indentify your strengths and interests
• Connect with alumni & professionals
• Create a realistic plan for each alternative
Conclusion and ActionPlan
• Start early in Grade 9
• Exploration & self-discovery
• Balance conventional & emerging careers
• Support through structured guidance