Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, [SCAC] Pune

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Pune was established in 1983 and is a constituent of Symbiosis International. It is an autonomous college but is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University. The degree is awarded in the name of the affiliated university. Symbiosis college is regarded as a "College with Potential for Excellence" by the University Grants Commission. It is awarded an 'A+' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council [NAAC]. 

Symbiosis follows the interdisciplinary approach to studies. It offers specific skill development courses as well as many student exchange programs. Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce gives the benefit of belonging to both an internationally renowned institution and also to a multicultural, interdisciplinary, academic student community. The course content is structured based on the needs of employers. 

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce has been imparting quality education across diverse disciplines for more than 35 years. Symbiosis provides a blend of an intense theory foundation with the practical skills required for enhancing the employability of students. 

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Admission is an online process based on merit only and as per the reservation policy of the Government of Maharashtra. The college has provisions for student’s semester abroad and student exchange programs helping them to acquire new skills and realizing their dreams. This college also offers ACCA (The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) to certify students with an international level certification. It also creates a stimulating environment through seminars, conferences, workshops, guest lectures, field visits which further helps the students.

The campus of the institute is a meeting place for diverse cultures and backgrounds. Students learn appreciation and tolerance of different cultures among their friends as they all play together, study together, and live together. Students are encouraged to participate in national and international conferences and competitions to inculcate a healthy spirit of competition and team building. Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce ranking is based on the facilities provided both on the academic and infrastructure side.

The use of technology in the most effective ways has been incorporated to provide students with an effective and efficient learning experience. Self-paced learning, online assessments, continuous evaluation process, virtual library are the few modern technological methods of teaching adopted by the college. These methods help the students have a great learning experience. 

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The information in detail about the college is given below:

• Highlights
• Departments
• Courses
• Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Fee Structure
• Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Placement
• Scholarships
• Infrastructure Facilities
• FAQs
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admission
• Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Cut-Off
• Hostel Facilities

SCAC Highlights:

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce is a private institution established under the Symbiosis banner. The college offers both UG and PG courses for the applicants.

SCAC Departments:

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce offers 'Degree with Honours' Program for the BA/ B.Com students aiming to create a unique educational program that blends intense subject domain knowledge with the practical skills for enhancing the employability of students.

Arts:

• Department of Economics
• Department of English
• Department of Geography
• Department of Hindi
• Department of Political Science
• Department of Psychology

Commerce:

• Department Of Accountancy
• Department of Costing
• Department of Business Laws
• Department of Business Practices
• Department of Business Administration
• Department Of Economics
• Department of Banking
• Department Of English
• Department of Marketing
• Department of Statistics and Computer Applications

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Courses:

The courses are provided in the majority of disciplines in the arts and commerce stream. Each course has its specific eligibility conditions which have to be satisfied by the applicant to be shortlisted.

SCAC B.Com:

The College offers specially modulated 3-year programs in Bachelor of Commerce. There are 7 subjects in the first year which cover all the aspects including general knowledge. It has subjects like General Awareness 1 and 2 which covers Business aspects as well as knowledge about the world. English is divided into two sections, one is Compulsory English and the other is Additional English. The other three are Accountancy, Economics, and Mathematics or Computer. Physical Education Course is a compulsory subject in the second semester.

In the second year, students have the option to opt for specialization in cost accounting, banking, and financial system, marketing management, or business entrepreneurship. For semester-3, Environment Awareness Course is a compulsory graded subject. The subjects for the third year are the same as in the second year.

SCAC BA:

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce offers 3-year programs in Bachelor of Arts. The first-year course curriculum is extensive and compulsory for the students. For the second and third years, students have to choose specializations among Economics, English, and psychology. The subjects offered for the specialization are the same as in Pune University. Students opting for Psychology also require lab work and various other assignments such as lab testing and aptitude. Environment Awareness is again a compulsory graded subject for 3rd-semester students.

SCAC M.Com:

The Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce follows a Semester pattern of examination. Degree course M.Com with a two-year duration is split into 4 semesters. There are two compulsory subjects and two specialization subject group in each semester. The specialization subject group consists of two subjects. The specialization subject group consists of subjects Advanced Accounting and Taxation, and Business Administration. The course covers different disciplines like accounting, actuarial science, corporate governance, business management, human resource management, statistics, economics, finance, marketing or supply chain management. This Post Graduate program offers the students a broad scope of economic and managerial skills. Students acquire practical skills to work as a tax consultant, audit assistant, and other financial supporting services.

SCAC MA:

The program duration is two years in which the specialization is introduced at MA part-2 level. There are a total of four semesters. Each year comprises two semesters. A student has to appear for four papers each semester which will include practicals, practicum, and a research project (research project is assigned purely on merit basis). Specializations offered in Master of Arts are Psychology, English and Economics.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Fees:

SCAC offers courses B.A, B.Com, M.A, M.Com, Liberal Arts and Degree with Honours Program. Also, the curriculum of this institute's courses is flexible and vibrant. The Course fee varies for each course, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce fee structure is mentioned below.

• The B.Com course fee ranges from INR 18,000 to 24,000 per year depending upon the category such as students from the state, other states, SAARC and other countries.
• Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Pune fee structure for B.A ranges between INR 18,000 to 24,313 per year
• The M.Com course fee ranges between INR 20,000 to 55,000 per year.
• The M.A. in English and Economics course fee lies between INR 19,064 to 54,293 for the first year.
• The M.A. Psychology course fee ranges between INR 47,634 to 75663 for the first year and 48,734 to 77,263 for the second year.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Placements:

The companies take students in bulk from this campus. Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Placement happens through the dedicated placement wing of the college.

• Placements at Symbiosis are pretty good considering the competition in those sectors.
• The companies provide attractive packages to the students and also provide the opportunity for further studies.
• College faculty mentor the students on various jobs and future opportunities.

SCAC Scholarships:

The College provides various kinds of scholarships, free ships, and free student scheme. These schemes are regulated during their Educational Tenure by the multiple Central and State Governments, Non-Government Departments for the Students ' Welfare. The Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Scholarship offered to the students are mentioned below.

• The Government of India Post Matric e-Scholarship & Freeship
• Bharat Ratna Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Swadhar Scheme for the hosteller students
• Rajarshree Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme
• State Government Open Merit Scholarship
• Primary Teacher Free-Studentship
• Secondary Teacher Free-studentship
• Minority Scholarship
• Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST children
• Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme
• Physically Handicapped Scholarship
• Arthik Durbal Ghatak Scholarship
• Krantijyoti Savitrimata Phule Scholarship
• Rajarshree Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship
• Eklavya Arthik Sahayy yojana

SCAC Infrastructure Facilities:

Symbiosis College infrastructure facilities are as per the rules issued by the UGC. The college has modern infrastructure facilities coupled with a great campus atmosphere which helps the students study without any hindrances.

• The college has sufficient classrooms with computer labs for the students.
• Symbiosis has an extensive library with access to many online resources, latest informational software and many books on offer.
• It is spread over 3 different locations at the SCAC college campus with computer terminals for students to access e-resources of the library.
• The library has more than 35,000 books and over 70 periodicals and digital resources covering various branches of knowledge as well as CDs, DVDs, databases, and e-journals.
• A gymnasium is provided for the physical development of the student.
• 24/7 Medical and Health Services are provided to the students.
• A Food Court is available serving healthy, tasty food on campus.
• Audio Visual halls and Conference rooms are provided to the students to help them learn more effectively and also to present topics they have prepared.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce FAQs:

1. What is ACCA? 
   - ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a UK based globally recognized professional qualification for a career in accounting, finance, and management.
2. What is the admission procedure for an Indian student for ACCA? 
   - Indian students will have to apply for B. Com with ACCA, as per the merit list based on the 12th standard board results and this usually takes place in June.
3. What are the working hours for the College Library? 
   - The SCAC College Library remains open between 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. on all working days except on Sundays and Govt. holidays.
4. How to apply for Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce?
   - Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Admission process starts after the result declaration of XII std. of H.S.C Maharashtra Board Examinations. Students must register online by filling out the Pre-Merit application form. Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce online application form will be available on the college website. 
5. Are students from other colleges permitted to borrow books from Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Library?
   - No, Only the students of the college are permitted to borrow books. Ex-students and Ex-Faculty members are given special permission to refer the books in the library without borrowing them.

Other Colleges under Symbiosis Society:

• Symbiosis Law School
• Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences
• Symbiosis School of Economics
• Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts
• Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

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