byGaganDeep
Updated on - 20 Jul, 2024
Bachelor of Arts (BA) (Accountancy) is an undergraduate degree program on the teaching of accountancy and allied subjects. It is a 3-year full time course that offers a solid foundation of accountancy knowledge and current practices such as the financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing and accounting software. It also comprises other more general areas of study such as economics, business law and statistics and management in general. The courses offered in the universities enable students to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills for the accounting and finance professions.
Any candidates seeking admissions to BA (Accountancy) must have passed 10+2 examination recognized by the University in commerce group with Accountancy, Economics, Mathematics. Some of the entrance tests accepted are NPAT-Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies and studies, GDAP by Galgotias University, BBA Entrance Test by Chandigarh University, SET by Symbiosis and some of the state level tests included are Odisha JEE and TS EAMCET.
| Highlight | Description |
|---|---|
| Program Name | Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Accountancy |
| Duration | Typically 3 years (6 semesters) |
| Specialization | Focus on Accountancy |
| Curriculum | Core courses in accounting principles, financial management, taxation, auditing, and business law |
| Practical Training | Opportunities for internships, projects, and practical experience in accounting firms or companies |
| Electives | Choice of elective courses in related areas such as finance, economics, or business management |
1. 10+2 passed or equivalent from a recognized board with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category students)
2. Mathematics as one of the subjects in 10+2
3. Some universities may have additional criteria like:
4. Entrance test performance - Universities may conduct their own entrance tests
5. Personal interview performance
6. Academic record and marks in relevant subjects
7. Some universities offer direct 2nd year admission for those with a 3 year diploma.
DU JAT: The DU JAT (Delhi University Joint Admission Test) conducts test on the topics like Quantitative Ability, Reasoning & Analytical Ability, General English, and Business & General Awareness.
IPU CET: IPU CET assesses students' knowledge in subjects such as General Awareness, Financial Accounting, English Language & Comprehension, and Logical and Analytical Ability.
SET: The Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) gauges candidates performance in Basic English, Mathematics and Aptitude, and General Knowledge.
NPAT: NMIMS Program After 12th (NPAT) tests the aptitude of candidates in subjects like Quantitative & Numerical Ability, Logic & General Intelligence, and Proficiency in English Language by the end of the program.
AMU Entrance Exam: Entrance tests would be conducted by Aligarh Muslim University for admissions to its undergraduate courses such as Degree in Accountancy, to assess potential students' strength areas in subjects pertinent to the program.
1. Submit the application accompanied by high school transcript and test results.
2. Interview admissions office and fill out an essay if necessary.
3. Go through the application process on the basis of marks, test scores, and other documents.
4. Select accountancy as your specialize area of study.
5. It is necessary to pay the enrollment deposit to guarantee the student’s position in the program.
6. Sign up for First Semester subjects in accountancy and general education
| College | Placement Percentage |
|---|---|
| Christ University | 95% |
| Loyola College | 90% |
| St. Joseph's College of Commerce | 85% |
| Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics | 80% |
| Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce | 75% |
| Xavier's Institute of Management | 98% |
| Xavier's Institute of Management | 97% |
| Xavier's Institute of Management | 96% |
| Amity University | 90% |
| Jain University | 85% |