B.Com with ACCA

The Bachelor of Commerce (International Accounting and Finance) is a specialized undergraduate program that combines academic study with professional certification from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), a globally recognized body. Offered in partnership with ACCA at St. Claret College (Autonomous) in Bengaluru, the program integrates ACCA-accredited papers with core commerce subjects. Students can take external ACCA exams while pursuing their B.Com degree. This curriculum fosters analytical skills and provides a strong foundation in areas like accounting, taxation, financial reporting, and business ethics, making it a challenging yet rewarding option for ambitious students.

The course includes the following papers:

• Business & Technology
• Management Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Corporate & Business Law
• Performance Management
• Taxation
• Financial Reporting
• Audit & Assurance
• Financial Management
• Strategic Business Leader
• Strategic Business Reporting
• Advanced Financial Management
• Advanced Performance Management
• Advanced Taxation
• Advanced Audit & Assurance

Students are also eligible for the maximum paper exemptions permitted under ACCA guidelines.

What is a ACCA Course?

The ACCA course is a professional program that enables individuals to develop expertise in accounting and finance. The ACCA body administers the certification process, ensuring that candidates meet the required competency levels.

Who is eligible?

Students who have completed two years Pre-University Course of Karnataka or equivalent are eligible to seek admission to ACCA.

Why to Study ACCA?

There are multiple advantages to pursuing the ACCA qualification:

• Global Recognition: ACCA is recognized in over 180 countries, providing career opportunities worldwide.
• Diverse Career Opportunities: ACCA professionals can work in auditing, taxation, consulting, risk management, and financial planning.
• Flexibility: The ACCA qualification allows students to study at their own pace while working or completing their undergraduate degree.
• Industry Demand: ACCA professionals are in demand across multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government bodies.

Levels in ACCA Course

ACCA has 13 papers in all. During B.Com program, students will have to complete the first 9 papers of ACCA. Only after the student clears the first 9 papers (foundation level), the student is eligible to appear for the remaining 4 Professional papers. A student who clears the BCom program is exempted from 5 of the Foundation Level papers. This means that the student should take up exams for the remaining 4 papers to complete the Foundation Level.

About the ACCA course at St. Claret College, Autonomous

• St. Claret College offers coaching for the Foundation Level to all those students who have opted for BCOM with ACCA. SCC does not teach the four professional papers; the students have to study these papers after the completion of BCom and after clearing the Foundation level.
• The fee collected by the college covers only the coaching cost of ACCA Foundation Course. It does not include the Registration/Membership fee and Exam fee which will be prescribed by ACCA.
• Duration of Training - ACCA foundation coaching starts in III semester and goes on until the VI semester.

Benefit

Students will be awarded with Advance Diploma in Accounting and Business on completion of 9 papers; students will become Affiliate Members on completion of 13 papers and will be awarded Full Membership with ACCA as a designation after 3 years of relevant work experience.

About ISDC

ISDC (International Skill Development Corporation) is a leading training institution specializing in professional accountancy and finance courses, including ACCA, CIMA, and CFA. With experienced faculty and industry-relevant training, ISDC provides structured coaching, study materials, and mentorship to help students excel in their ACCA certification journey.
The academy collaborates with leading universities and institutions, ensuring high- quality education and comprehensive preparation for the ACCA exams.