byGaganDeep
Updated on - 23 May, 2024
International Business is one of the major fields of study offered under the Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) program and which prepares students in fields dealing with international trade, operation in foreign markets. This is a full-time program that spans three years and covers areas such as import-export management, cross cultural communication, international marketing, international financial and taxation control, international logistics and global strategic management.
The tests that are recognized as the basis for admission to the B.Com International Business programs include the CET, SAT, ATMA, XAT, NPAT tests at the state or nationwide levels. Most of the colleges also prefer going by the marks scored in class 12th for the award of merit seats. The exam notification is generally issued in the months of January- February and the exams are conducted from April-July. Exam forms are generally issued 1-2 months before the exams and the deadlines are mostly in March-April.
| Column Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) |
| Duration | 3 Years (Full-time) |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with a minimum percentage (varies by college) in Commerce/Business Studies stream or equivalent. Some colleges might accept other streams with Mathematics |
| Top Colleges (India) | Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) Delhi, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Pune, Christ (Deemed University) Bangalore, St. Xavier's College Kolkata, Amity University |
| Entrance Exam | Merit-based selection or entrance exams like CUET, IPU CET |
1. The applicant should be an aggregate pass in 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board or university with a minimum 50% pass marks.
2. Mathematics or Business Mathematics is compulsory in 10+2 for some bachelors of technology or some other colleges.
3. For the NRI/foreign students, some English language proficiency may be needed in form of IELTS or TOEFL scores.
4. There is no upper age bar with regard to enrolment for B.Com (International Business) course.
5. While some of the colleges have their own entrance examination for admitting candidates in their college, some of the colleges admit students on merit basis.
6. This implied that some of the colleges may offer some special priority or extra weightage to work experience in some related fields.
1. CAT - The Common Admission Test carried out by IIMs to select candidates for its management courses including international business.
2. XAT Examination: Xavier Aptitude Test, conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur for the management degree courses.
3. CMAT: Common Management Admission Test is organized by AICTE for admissions to management programs.
4. NMIMS: NPAT or Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Entrance Test for getting into the NMIMS university.
5. SNAP – Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is held for admitting the students to the institutes of symbiosis for management programs.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| International Business Environment | Global Trade Theories, International Trade Organizations (WTO, IMF, etc.), Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Internationalization Strategies |
| International Marketing | Global Marketing Mix for International Markets, Market Research in International Business, International Market Segmentation & Targeting, Export Marketing Strategies |
| International Finance | Foreign Exchange Markets, International Monetary System, Balance of Payments, Foreign Exchange Risk Management, International Investment Decisions |
| International Trade Law | International Trade Agreements, GATT/WTO Rules, International Sale of Goods Contract (CISG), Trade Regulation & Dispute Settlement |
| International Logistics & Supply Chain Management | Global Logistics Systems, Modes of International Transportation (Sea, Air, Land), Incoterms (International Commercial Terms), Supply Chain Management in International Business |
| International Business Communication | Cross-cultural Communication Skills, Business Etiquette in International Trade, Negotiation Skills in International Business, Effective Communication for Global Markets |
| Business Accounting | Accounting for International Transactions, Foreign Currency Translation, Financial Statement Analysis for International Business |
| International Economics | International Trade Theories in Depth, Balance of Payments Analysis, Global Economic Integration, International Monetary System |
| International Business Research | Research Methods in International Business, Data Analysis Techniques, Research Paper Writing on International Business Topics |
1. Student should have completed 12th standard in commerce stream with minimum of 50 % marks.
2. To apply for the B.Com (International Business) course, use application forms available at the following colleges
3. Take entrance examination if required or else admission will be made as per 12th marks.
4. Counselling can be called by the college, then it is expected that one must attend the session.
5. 12th Marksheet, School Leaving Certificate etc. documents required to be submitted.
6. Tinker with your admission fees to be sure of your seat and to go through the admission process.
| College Name | Location | Specialization | Estimated Fee Range (INR/Year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi School of Economics (DSE) | Delhi | International Business Operations (offered under M.Com) | 20,000 - 40,000 |
| University of Madras | Chennai | Commerce (Specialization in International Business) | 10,000 - 20,000 |
| Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda | Vadodara | B.Com (Hons.) with specialization in International Business | 15,000 - 25,000 |
| Hansraj College | Delhi | B.Com (Hons.) with specialization in Foreign Trade | 5,000 - 15,000 |
| The Presidency College | Chennai | Commerce (Specialization in International Trade) | 25,000 - 45,000 |
| Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) | Andhra Pradesh | B.Sc. (Hons.) International Business Management | 10,000 - 20,000 |
| Government College of Commerce, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda | Vadodara | B.Com (Hons.) with specialization in Global Business Management | 15,000 - 25,000 |
| Ramnarain Ruia College | Mumbai | B.Com (Hons.) with specialization in International Finance | 20,000 - 40,000 |
| Sri Venkateswara College | Delhi | B.Com (Hons.) with specialization in International Finance and Banking | 8,000 - 18,000 |
| Loyola College | Chennai | B.Com (International Business) (offered through Self-Financing stream) | 30,000 - 50,000 |
| College Name | Location | Estimated Fee Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce | Pune | 50,000 - 1,00,000 |
| Christ (Deemed University), Bangalore | Bangalore | 40,000 - 80,000 |
| St. Xavier's College, Mumbai | Mumbai | 30,000 - 60,000 |
| Shiv Nadar University | Noida | 80,000 - 1,20,000 |
| Jain (Deemed-to- be University) | Bangalore | 45,000 - 90,000 |
| Amity University | Noida | 40,000 - 80,000 |
| Balaji Institute of Management (BIMTECH) | Greater Noida | 65,000 - 1,15,000 |
| NMIMS School of Business Management | Mumbai | 75,000 - 1,50,000 |
| SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) | Mumbai | 80,000 - 1,30,000 |
| KJ Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce | Mumbai | 60,000 - 1,00,000 |
| College Name | Location | Placement Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) Delhi (M.Com - International Business Operations) | Delhi | Placements in top consulting firms, MNCs involved in international trade (placement data for M.Com program) |
| Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce | Pune | Placements in international trading companies, logistics firms, export-oriented businesses |
| Christ (Deemed University) Bangalore | Bangalore | Placements in global corporations, international consulting firms |
| St. Xavier's College, Mumbai | Mumbai | Placements in international banking, shipping companies, export houses |
| Amity University | Noida | Placements in MNCs with international operations, global consulting firms |