Bangalore Central Campus

Bachelor of Commerce (Applied Finance and
Analytics/Honours/Honours with Research)

Open from: 08-Dec-2025 | Open until: 31-Mar-2026

Finance Meets Analytics Future-Ready FinTech Learning Data-Driven Business Decisions Investment & Wealth Management Skills Industry Immersion & Corporate Exposure Global Careers in Finance & Analytics
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Programme Overview

About the Programme

The BCom (Applied Finance and Analytics) programme is designed with a dual focus on Finance and Analytics. This programme is specially designed to develop students' analytical skills and enable them to think critically when making financial decisions. The curriculum focuses on combining the knowledge of Finance, Economics, and Statistics using Machine Learning Algorithms. The students will be able to further boost their abilities in analysing financial data, given the backdrop of economic trends, and also build invaluable skills. Students learn advanced courses across finance, catering to careers in Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation and Modelling, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Planning, Private Equity, Wealth Management, and Management Consulting. On the Analytics front, students will learn to code and handle complex data sets with algorithms. They’ll learn to use tools such as Python R, VBA, Power BI, SQL, and will develop skills to interpret and convert data into valuable insights and use them to create business strategies and drive business decisions. They will also learn a few courses pertaining to data science techniques, such as predictive modelling, optimization techniques, advanced statistics, and machine learning. In the end, students learn about visualization and presentation of insights. The course is systematically designed with capstone projects specifically to cater to analytics-based courses in various domains such as Retail Web and social media, Supply chain and logistics, Health care, Banking Insurance Finance and Accounting, and start-ups, where industry partners mentor and evaluate the projects along with faculty mentors. At the end of the programme, the student is ready to face the futuristic world with two powerful skill sets pertaining to a highly growing field of Finance and Analytics.

 

The Programme BCom(Applied Finance and Analytics Honours) is designed in line with the requirements of the National Education Policy (NEP) spanning across eight semesters comprising of Skill Enhancement Courses and Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses, Internships and Project work and Value-Added Courses. Students who complete three years (six semesters) with the necessary credits may exit and be conferred the B.Com. (Applied Finance and Analytics) degree.

Those who complete two years (four semesters) with the required credits and opt to exit will receive a UG Diploma in Accountancy and Taxation. Upon completion of one year (two semesters) with the prescribed credits, students may choose to exit the programme and will be awarded a Certificate.

BCom (Applied Finance and Analytics Honours)
The fourth year will focus on the advanced level of knowledge in the field of Applied Finance and Analytics. The students will have capstone project work in the final semester. The students who complete the fourth year/eighth semester and satisfy the minimum credit requirement as per NEP guidelines will be awarded with a BCom (Applied Finance and Analytics Honours) degree. 

BCom (Applied Finance and Analytics with Research) 
Students who secure 75% marks and above in the first six semesters and wish to undertake research at the undergraduate level can choose a research stream in the fourth year. They should do a research project or dissertation under the guidance of a faculty member of the
University. The research project/dissertation will be in the major discipline. The students who secure 160 credits including 12 credits from a research project/dissertation will be awarded the BCom (Applied Finance and Analytics Honours with Research) degree.

 

International Dual Degree Programme with Macquarie University , Australia 

Students may opt for the dual degree programme offered in collaboration with Macquarie University, Australia. Under this arrangement, students will complete two years of study at Christ University and the subsequent two years at Macquarie University. Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded degrees from both institutions. Participants will gain valuable international exposure through their academic experience in Australia.

Financial Analytics

The programme develops strong analytical and quantitative skills using finance, statistics, and data-driven tools for modern business decision-making.

Investment & Wealth Management

Students gain practical experience in investment analysis, portfolio management, equity research, and wealth-creation strategies

Industry Exposure

Internships, live projects, certifications, and industry interactions provide real-world exposure to corporate and financial markets.

Corporate & Research Skills

The programme enhances communication, problem-solving, research aptitude, and professional skills essential for careers in finance and analytics.

Why at Bangalore Central Campus

Why Choose This Programme?

Industry-Oriented Curriculum

The programme integrates finance, analytics, and technology to match the evolving demands of the global business and financial ecosystem.

Hands-on Learning Experience

Students gain practical exposure through case studies, simulations, financial tools, research projects, and data-driven problem solving.

FinTech & Analytics Integration

The curriculum combines finance with analytics, visualization tools, and emerging FinTech applications to build future-ready professionals.

Internship & Corporate Exposure

Structured internships, industry interactions, workshops, and live projects enhance practical understanding and corporate readiness.

Professional Skill Development

The programme develops analytical thinking, communication, leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills essential for finance careers.

Diverse Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for careers in investment banking, financial analytics, consulting, FinTech, wealth management, and business intelligence.

Areas of Specialisation

Choose Your Track

Financial Analytics

Focuses on financial data interpretation, forecasting, risk analysis, and analytical decision-making using modern business tools and techniques.

Investment & Wealth Management

Introduces portfolio management, equity research, financial planning, and investment strategies used in banking and financial markets.

FinTech & Business Intelligence

Covers digital finance, financial technologies, business intelligence, data visualization, and emerging trends shaping the future of commerce.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn

A comprehensive understanding of finance, accounting, analytics, and data-driven business decision-making
Knowledge of financial markets, investment analysis, portfolio management, and wealth creation strategies.
Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills essential for corporate success.
Practical exposure to business analytics, visualization tools, financial modelling, and emerging FinTech applications.
Industry-oriented learning through internships, live projects, certifications, and corporate interactions.
A future-ready education that combines finance expertise, technological skills, and professional development.
Academic Curriculum

Programme Structure

The programme structure outlines the academic curriculum designed to provide a systematic progression of learning through core subjects, electives, and practical components across semesters, ensuring both theoretical understanding and skill development.

Semester 1 — Semester 1
COREFINANCIAL ACCOUNTING4 Credits
CORESPREADSHEET FOR BUSINESS3 Credits
COREBUSINESS LAW4 Credits
COREBUSINESS ECONOMICS4 Credits
VACESSENTIAL SKILLS - I1 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 2 — Semester 2
SECBUSINESS DATA VISUALIZATION3 Credits
CORECORPORATE ACCOUNTING4 Credits
CORECORPORATE LAW AND ADMINISTRATION4 Credits
COREPRACTICES OF BANKING AND INSURANCE4 Credits
VACESSENTIAL SKILLS - II1 Credits
Semester 3 — Semester 3
COREPYTHON FOR ANALYTICS4 Credits
COREBUSINESS STATISTICS AND MATHEMATICS4 Credits
CORECOST ACCOUNTING4 Credits
SECSERVICE LEARNING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT3 Credits
VACESSENTIAL SKILLS - III1 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 4 — Semester 4
COREFINANCIAL SYSTEM AND SERVICES4 Credits
CORECORPORATE FINANCE4 Credits
COREINTRODUCTION TO MACHINE LEARNING4 Credits
COREACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING4 Credits
VACESSENTIAL SKILLS - IV1 Credits
VACFOUNDATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION, PRODUCTION AND CLIMATE ACTION1 Credits
VACSTRATEGIC M&A AND FINANCIAL ANALYSIS: VALUATION, INTEGRATION, AND INDUSTRY INSIGHTS1 Credits
COREENTREPRENEURSHIP4 Credits
Semester 5 — Semester 5
COREDATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE4 Credits
CORETAXATION LAWS - I4 Credits
COREINVESTMENT MANAGEMENT4 Credits
CORERESEARCH METHODOLOGY4 Credits
COREINTERNSHIP8 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 6 — Semester 6
COREDIGITAL MARKETING AND HUMAN RESOURCES APPLICATIONS4 Credits
COREDEEP LEARNING AND NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING4 Credits
CORERISK MANAGEMENT & DERIVATIVES4 Credits
CORETAXATION LAWS -II4 Credits
COREBEHAVIOURAL FINANCE4 Credits
Semester 7 — Semester 7
COREClimatonomics4 Credits
COREBusiness Policy and Strategic Management4 Credits
ELECFinancial modeling4 Credits
ELECInternational Finance and Global Markets4 Credits
ELECAlternative investments4 Credits
SPECFinancial Risk Analytics4 Credits
SPECSpecialization Project4 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 8 — Semester 8
COREOrganisational Behaviour4 Credits
SPECFinancial Sentiment analytics4 Credits
ELECAlgorithmic Trading and Quantitative Finance4 Credits
ELECFinancial Econometrics4 Credits
ELECQuantitative Risk and Portfolio Management4 Credits
SPECInternship8 Credits
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Eligibility & Fee Structure

Eligibility Criteria
Fee Structure (Indicative)
After Graduation

Career Paths

Financial Analyst
Data Analytics Associate
Machine Learning Analyst
Data Scientist
Investment Banking Associate
Equity Research Analyst
Wealth Management Advisor
Business Analyst
Risk & Credit Analyst
FinTech Consultant
Portfolio Management Associate
Corporate Finance Executive
Personalised Path

Your Career Roadmap

Select a specialisation track to explore the learning journey and career outcomes tailored to your chosen domain.

Foundation Phase

Foundation Phase

Principles of Accounting, Business Statistics, Financial Markets, Economics, Communication Skills. Build strong analytical and financial foundations.

 

Core Specialisation

Financial Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Financial Modelling. Develop data-driven decision-making skills.

 

Advanced & Application

Predictive Analytics, FinTech Applications, Research Projects, Internship, Corporate Case Studies. Prepare for analytics and finance leadership roles

Foundation Phase
Financial Analytics Track — Career Outcomes
Financial Analyst Machine learning Analyst Data Scientist Investment Banking Associate Equity Research Analyst Business Analyst Wealth Manager FinTech Consultant Risk Analyst Corporate Finance Executive
Average Starting Package: ₹ 6–12 LPA
Investment & Wealth Management Track — Career Outcomes
FinTech & Business Intelligence Track — Career Outcomes
From the Department

Message from the HOD

HOD Name
Amalanathan S. PhD
Commerce)
Bangalore Central Campus

We at the department of commerce believe in nurturing not just students, but future leaders who are equipped with both excellence and a deep sense of service. We strive to provide a holistic education that goes beyond the confines of textbooks and classrooms. We have designed our curriculum to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ethical leadership qualities. We intend to empower our students to become agents of positive change in the world, both in their professional careers and in their communities. It is our unwavering commitment to excellence and service to society that keeps us apart from the rest. Our faculty members are not just educators but mentors who are deeply interested in the success and well-being of our s

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Message from the HOD

We at the department of commerce believe in nurturing not just students, but future leaders who are equipped with both excellence and a deep sense of service. We strive to provide a holistic education that goes beyond the confines of textbooks and classrooms. We have designed our curriculum to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ethical leadership qualities. We intend to empower our students to become agents of positive change in the world, both in their professional careers and in their communities. It is our unwavering commitment to excellence and service to society that keeps us apart from the rest. Our faculty members are not just educators but mentors who are deeply interested in the success and well-being of our students. Our department will provide you with the opportunity to explore your interests, hone your skills, and realise your full potential.

Moreover, our vibrant campus life offers a multitude of opportunities for personal and professional development. From guest lectures by industry experts to hands-on projects and internships, there is no shortage of avenues for you to gain real-world experience and broaden your horizons. As you consider your options for higher education, we invite you to become a part of the CHRIST University family and join us in our mission to create compassionate and competent leaders who make a difference in the world. Together, let us strive for excellence and service in all that we do.

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  • If selected, Offer Letter attached
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Applications for the 2026 batch are open. Deadline: 31-Mar-2026.

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