Guiding Students of Commerce Stream Towards Good Career Options in India A Visually Enriched Presentation for Commerce S t r e a m Presented by: V a r u n Dubey Date: 2 3 - A u g - 2 2 5
Introduction Guide students in exploring viable careers Understand their challenges Equip educators with practical tools
Common Problems Faced by 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
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
Traditional Career Options in Commerce Chartered Accountant (CA) Company Secretary (CS) Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) Law (B.Com + LLB or integrated LLB) Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Emerging and Lucrative Career Paths BBA + MBA (Marketing, HR, Finance, IB) Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Digital Marketing & E-commerce Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Startups and Entrepreneurship
Government and Public Sector Opportunities Civil Services (UPSC) Banking (IBPS, RBI, SBI PO) SSC CGL, Insurance Sector Indian Economic Services (IES)
Professional Courses and Certifications C h a r t e r e d F i n a n c i a l A n a l y s t , C e r t i f i e d P u b l i c A c c o u n t a n t C e r t i f i e d F i n a n cial P l a n n er , C har te red I nstitute of Management A cco untant s , Actuarial Science Digital Marketing (Google, Meta Certs)
Development S t r a teg i e s Soft skills: Communication, Leadership Internships & Real-World Exposure Business plan contests, debates News & financial awareness habits
Role of S t u dent s S t a y aware b y r e s e arch i n g c a r e e r o p t ions a n d a s k q u e r ies I n d e n t i fy y o u r s trengths and interests Connect with alumni & professionals C r e a t e a realistic p l a n f o r e a c h a l t e r native
Conclusion and Action Plan Start early in Grade 9 Exploration & self-discovery Balance conventional & emerging careers Support through structured guidance