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Department of

Commerce with Professional Accounting

About the Department

The Commerce with Professional Accounting program, started in 2012 with 50 students, has grown steadily and earned a strong reputation for academic excellence and co-curricular achievements. Supported by dedicated and experienced faculty, the department emphasizes innovative teaching methods, research, workshops, and industrial exposure. It focuses on holistic student development, nurturing professional competence, leadership skills, and ethical values to prepare students for successful careers in accounting and finance.

The Department’s undergraduate curriculum combines strong conceptual foundations with practical, industry-oriented learning. Through application-based coursework, value-added certifications, strategic industry exposure, and skill-focused training, the Department develops analytical thinking, ethical responsibility, and professional competence relevant to both the corporate sector and academic pathways.

At a Glance

Established
2012
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Student Intake
120
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Faculty Strength
10
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Campus Placements

Maryam S

GEP WORLDWIDE

Process Associate

₹ 2.25 LPA

B.Com PA 2026
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Adhilakshmi S

GEP WORLDWIDE

Process Associate

₹ 2.25 LPA

B.Com PA 2026
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Madhumitha R K

GEP WORLDWIDE

Process Associate

₹ 2.25 LPA

B.Com PA 2026
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Sangamithra B

GEP WORLDWIDE

Process Associate

₹ 2.25 LPA

B.Com PA 2026
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Shabareesh R P

GEP WORLDWIDE

Process Associate

₹ 2.25 LPA

B.Com PA 2026
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From the HoD's Desk

Department of B.Com. (Professional Accounting), where we transform students into competent, ethical, and forward-thinking accounting professionals. We provide a balanced blend of strong theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and industry exposure to prepare students for the corporate world. Our focus is on building accounting expertise, financial acumen, managerial skills, and analytical abilities. Through experiential learning, mentorship, and innovative teaching, students are equipped to handle real-world business challenges with confidence. We nurture leadership, critical thinking, and holistic development to empower students for higher studies, professional certifications, and career excellence. Our ultimate goal is to create responsible professionals who contribute meaningfully to society.

Dr. Kanchana R

Head & Associate Professor

Department of Commerce with Professional Accounting
Member, Admission Cell and Discipline Committee

Dr. Kanchana R brings 19 years of distinguished experience in teaching, research, and academic administration. She holds a Doctorate in Commerce, a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Applications, and has served as a Senate Member of Bharathiar University. She has published extensively in UGC CARE, national, international, and Scopus-indexed journals. Recognized with the Teacher of Excellence Award (KG Foundation), the Global Innovative Educationist Award (Malaysia), and a World Record for Innovative Teaching Methods, she is actively involved in research supervision, curriculum development, and academic leadership. She also serves as a Ph.D. supervisor, Board of Studies member, and conference organizer.

Vision

To evolve into a center of academic excellence with utmost commitment to quality commerce education, thereby producing successful professionals with requisite skills, by imbibing professional ethics to meet the challenges of an ever–changing global business environment.

Mission

To march towards academic excellence to provide quality education
To prepare the graduates to pursue a successful career with commendable accounting knowledge
To build professional integrity among the graduates for a rewarding career
To impart the values of social and ethical responsibility in professional practice
To inculcate professional behaviour to meet the challenges of the contemporary business scenario

Programs Offered

The Department offers an undergraduate commerce program designed to build professional competence in professional accounting, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to perform effectively in accounting, banking, taxation, and corporate finance roles.

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Program

Industry Academia Collaboration

Finance is being rewritten by technology. Learn to write it.

Industry Academia Domain: FinTech Domain Lab
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About the Industry Partner — Board Infinity

Board Infinity is a career intelligence platform that designs every curriculum backwards from employment — starting with what the industry needs and building to what students must learn. Their FinTech trainers combine financial domain expertise across banking, insurance, and investment with hands-on knowledge of digital payment systems, cloud accounting tools, and regulatory frameworks. Through their partnership with the Department of Commerce PA at KGCAS, they deliver the full FinTech Domain Lab curriculum across four active semesters, followed by internship and placement support.

About the FinTech Domain Lab

A specialised, industry-powered lab at KGCAS for B.Com PA students, run entirely by Board Infinity professionals. Students progress through Advanced Excel, financial modelling, digital finance, and emerging FinTech applications — with hands-on training on cloud accounting platforms and digital payment systems — culminating in an industry internship and dedicated placement support.

Faculty Directory

The Faculty and Research division of the Department brings together experienced academicians and dedicated researchers committed to academic excellence and continuous knowledge advancement. Through research activities, publications, and academic collaborations, the department actively promotes a culture of inquiry, critical thinking, and professional growth.

Research & Publications

Recent research and publications from the faculty at the Department of Commerce with Accounting and Finance.

Facilities

The Department boasts dedicated infrastructure designed to support both theoretical and hands-on practical learning.

Lab System Configuration

S.No. Specification Details
1 Model HP Pro Tower 280 G9
2 Processor (CPU) Intel Core i5 – 12500 (6 Cores, up to 3.0 GHz)
3 Chip-Set H670
4 Memory (RAM) 8 GB DDR4
5 Storage 512 GB NVMe M.2 SSD
6 Operating System Windows 11 Pro
7 Monitor 18” LED Display

Laboratories

Advanced Excel and Financial Modelling Lab
Fintech and Digital Finance Innovation - Lab
Financial Technologies in Business Operations Lab
Fintech Advanced Applications and Emerging Trends Lab
GST Applications with Tally Lab
Business Analytics Lab