Vision

• To build competent professionals of Company Secretaries with Quality education, relevant knowledge, skills and training of corporate Secretaryship.
• To expose our students to practical situations in companies for the purpose of imparting employability skills with emphasis on the professional ethics and values.
• To enable the students in carrying out action-oriented research in corporate sector.
  

Mission

• Corporate secretary ship is a prestigious and a rewarding career in the branch of commerce.
• The branch of commerce gives insight knowledge about corporate world and equips the students with various talented like Entrepreneurial, Business professional, Secretarial and managerial skills.
• The field of study includes corporate law, Accounting, statistical Analysis; cost analysis, leadership, Tax planning and many more which revolves around the theme of commerce and focus like a compass towards the direction of corporate environment.
• To be a Leader in the development of professionals in corporate governance.
• To explore and develop the entrepreneurial and leadership potential of the students.
• To motivate and nurture co-operation, tolerance and mutual respect in our
  nation of diversity.
  
  

  Programme Educational Objectives

  Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

  • Students will demonstrate a general tax consciousness, including an  understanding of the role of taxation in society and the development of skills  related to the recognition of the tax problems.
  • To familiarize with communication motivation and leadership towards  directing and to analyze the process of controlling system.  
  • Formulating business problems and provide innovative solutions and  molding the students into future visionaries and Management leaders. 
  • Students will learn relevant Advanced accounting career skills, applying both  quantitative and qualitative knowledge to their future careers in corporates.  
  • Students will be able to pursue research in their chosen field of finance, CSR  and HR 

     

  Programme Outcomes (PO) & Programme Specific Outcome (PSO)

  Programme Outcomes (PO)

  • To provide knowledge in the various areas of corporate secretary ship and  laws relating to companies.  
  • Effective Communication: Communicate effectively on complex  corporate activities in association with corporate community and with  society at large.  
  • Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to corporate ethics,  responsibilities and norms of the corporate practices.  
  • Environment: Manage personnel to meet changing organizational needs  in a business environment. 
  • Evaluate the implications of changing environmental factors on  organizational choices within a global environment.  
  • Students can get thorough knowledge of Secretarial Practice and  Corporate governance in Corporate field. 

  Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)

  • To prepare learners to face modern day challenges in the corporate world by  providing practical exposure.  
  • To acquire an in – depth grounding in the fundamentals of Accounts,  Commerce, Finance, Management, Secretarial Practice, Corporate  governance ,Law, Entrepreneurial Development and Income Tax.  
  • Develop skills to excel in Corporate management. 

   

  Curriculum & Syllabus

  CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS

  MINIMUM CREDITS TO BE EARNED

  B.Com(Hons) - Corporate Secretaryship Minimum Credits to be earned :176
  B.Com(Hons) - Corporate Secretaryship Minimum Credits to be earned: 132
  SEMESTER 1
  Hours/Week Maximum Marks
  Category	Code	Course	L	T	p	0	c	CIA	SEE	Total
  LANG	24LTAM11 /24LHIN11/ 24LFRE11	Tamil I / Hindi I/ French I	2	0	0	I	2	40	60	100
  ENG / AECC	24LENG11	English I	2	0	0	I	2	40	60	100
  DSC I	24CBCO11	Financial Accounting - I	3	0	2	2	4	40	60	100
  DSC 2	24CBCO12	Principles of Management	4	0	0	2	4	40	60	100
  MDC I	24MBCO11	Managerial Economics	3	0	0	2	3	40	60	100
  DSE I/ IDC I / Minor I	24DBCO11	Computing Essentials	4	0	0	2	4	40	60	100
  VAC I	24DVAC12	Communication Skills	2	0	0	2	2	40	60	100
  SEC I	24SSKU11	Son Skills I	2	0	0	I	2	40	60	100
  SEC l	24SBCO12	Orientation programme / Industrial Visit	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
  			22	0	2	-	23	-	-	-

   

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  Alumni Testimonials

  Alumni Testimonial – S. Rishik Kumar
  B.Com Corporate Secretaryship, Vels University | Batch of 2020–2023

  “My academic journey at Vels University, pursuing B.Com in Corporate Secretaryship, was a truly enriching experience that laid a strong foundation for my professional growth. The course structure was thoughtfully designed to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world applications, especially in the areas of corporate law, accounting, and governance. The faculty members were not just educators but mentors who consistently motivated and guided me. The vibrant campus culture, combined with opportunities to participate in seminars, projects, and events, helped me build leadership qualities, communication skills, and a confident outlook. I’m proud to be an alumni of Vels University, and I carry forward the values and knowledge gained here in every step of my career.”

  — Rishik Kumar, B.Com Corporate Secretaryship | Batch of 2020–2023 Vels University

  Alumni Testimonial – Lingaraj G
  B.Com Corporate Secretaryship, Batch of 2021–2024

  “My three years in the B.Com Corporate Secretaryship program provided me with a solid academic foundation and the skills necessary to navigate the professional
  world with confidence. The program emphasized not only theoretical knowledge but also practical application, which played a key role in preparing me for real-world challenges. Today, as an Accounts and Commercial Operation Assistant (Admin) at Arudra Engineerings Pvt Ltd, Thiruvanmayur, I find myself regularly applying what I learned during my time at college—be it in managing accounts, handling commercial operations, or executing administrative tasks. The curriculum, combined with the support of dedicated faculty, helped me develop a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset. I am grateful for the academic guidance and the opportunities I received, which shaped me into a confident professional ready to contribute effectively in a corporate environment.”

  — Lingaraj G, Accounts and Commercial Operation Assistant (Admin) Arudra Engineerings Pvt Ltd, Thiruvanmayur B.Com Corporate Secretaryship | Batch of 2021–2024

  Career Prospects

   

  CAREER PROSPECTS:

  With the Indian economy witnessing a sea change in terms of increased scope of manufacturing  and exports across the primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors along with emerging avenues  of scalable entrepreneurial possibilities, and with the public policy geared up to breach USD 5  trillion by the end of the decade, a Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) with a specialization in  Corporate Secretaryship offers lucrative career opportunities in corporate governance and  advocacy, legal compliance, and administrative roles. The ever-increasing penetration of  Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the everyday running of the business can further boost the  opportunities for graduates to specialize in independent consulting. Some of the exquisite and  potential career paths for graduates in B. Com (Corporate Secretaryship) are as follows: 

  Company Secretary: 

  1. Com. (Corporate Secretaryship) graduates are best suited and ably fit to pursue highly  instrumental careers as Company Secretaries. The increasing role of technology may throw  many surprises for the companies to handle several legal and regulatory requirements that may  keep changing from time to time. This is where the Company Secretaries can chip in and  manage corporate governance matters, ensuring that the relevant guidelines are adhered to by  the company. With their background, it will be easy for the graduates to clear the Company  Secretary course and find higher positions in public and private sector organizations. 

  Legal Compliance Officers: 

  This is yet another opportunity wherein the B. Com. (CS) graduates can leave their indelible  mark. Across industries, the demand for legal compliance is mounting. The round-the-clock  presence of social media has ensured that organizations complying with the laws and  regulations may get further mileage in leveraging their business forward. Keeping abreast of  the changes in laws and legal frameworks, legal compliance specialists can draft effective  compliance policies and carry out internal audits efficiently to sustain the growth of the  organizations. 

  Corporate Governance Analysts: 

  With the expansion of the global economy on the cards and the participation of domestic and  foreign players with heavy investments in sectors often unheard of in the past, such as AI-based  office solutions, the demand for corporate governance analysts will increase. The B. Com. (CS)  graduates equipping themselves with the skill sets required for such a position can deliver  outstandingly to improve the governance practices with their high-traction contributions to  board structures, disclosure mechanisms, and overall compliance with governance guidelines  and practices. 

  Administrative Officers: 

  This is yet another coveted position that the B. Com. (CS) graduates can aspire to achieve.  Right from managing administrative functions to coordinating meetings, the role of  Administrative Officers is immense in ensuring the smooth run of everyday business in  organizations. The rise of YouTube creators in India and elsewhere in the world offers exciting  opportunities for graduates to play administrative roles with full compliance with the existing  laws that vary from one country to the other. Tax consultation and wealth management are also 

  lucrative roles for the administrative officers to contribute to the organic growth of companies  and high net-worth individuals alike. 

  Legal Assistants and Advisors: 

  With a bit of patience and tons of practice, B. Com. (CS) graduates can earn their place as legal  assistants and move up the ladder as legal advisors, too. The positions are highly sought after  in law firms and corporate legal departments. Graduates with a passion for research will find it  easy to draft documents and ensure legal compliance for the companies to maintain their  positions over the competitors. 

  Financial Analysts: 

  The role of financial institutions is increasing day in and out. The TV commercials are replete  with investment firms proclaiming the benefits of gold loans even to middle-income households. With the increasing presence of such financial companies even in tier-II and tier III cities, the requirement of financial analysts will always increase. Graduates with financial  expertise and a knack for legal compliance will not only be able to help companies manage  their market presence but also will be of great service to the consumers in coming up with the  right plans and products. 

  Risk Management Analysts: 

  Tweaking the famous saying ‘with great power comes greater responsibilities’ a bit, one can  also understand that ‘with higher risks come greater returns.’ Organizations or companies that  shy away from risks will stay away from their growth. It is here B. Com. (CS) graduates can  pitch in with their complete understanding of the existing and future legal and regulatory risks.  By their impartial assessments of the risks in the ongoing and proposed investments, the  graduates will also be able to contribute by advocating the ways to mitigate such risks within  the legal framework. In this way, risk managers can be of help to sustaining the growth and  development of the organizations they engage in. 

  Human Resource Specialists: 

  The rise of AI and frontier technologies, including machine learning, are set to raise the number  of highly skilled and technical employees, and their effective management will be the  resounding factor for future companies. The B. Com. (CS) graduates can easily find themselves  relevant in HR departments of the corporate world, ensuring the upholding of the employment  laws and, at the same time supporting companies to maintain employee relations efficiently. 

  Consultancy Roles and Entrepreneurship: 

  There are limitless opportunities for industrious candidates in consulting firms dealing with  corporate governance, legal compliance, and business advisory in India and abroad. The rise  of internet technology has further widened many remote opportunities, enabling consultants to  work right from the comforts of their homes for their offshore clients. The opportunities for  short and long-term projects will also increase in the public sector firms, giving ample  opportunities for the B. Com. (CS) graduates to hone their skills and earn competitive  salaries. Over the years, with sufficient experience and necessary exposure, aspirational B.  Com. (CS) graduates can launch their business firms providing corporate service, compliance  consulting, and company secretarial services and become job-makers instead of job-seekers.