Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, [SCAC] Pune

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Pune was established in 1983 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 with 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 on the basis of the needs of employers. 

It is one of the leading institutions in the country and India Today ranks it among the Top 10 colleges in India. It has been imparting quality education across diverse disciplines for more than 40 years. Symbiosis aims at creating a unique educational programme which blends intense subject domain knowledge along with the practical skills required for enhancing employability of students. It provides intense theory foundation with the practical skills required for enhancing employability of students.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce admission process is online and it is on the basis of merit only and as per the reservation policy of Government of Maharashtra. This college also offers ACCA (The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) to empower 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 college has provisions for student’s semester abroad and student exchange programs helping them to acquire new skills and realising their dreams.

Symbiosis College has students from over 35 Afro-Asian countries and from almost all the states of India. The campus is a meeting place for diverse cultures and backgrounds. Students learn appreciation and tolerance of different cultures among their friends as they all study together, play 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.

It provides education using technology which is the most effective way of teaching the students. Self-paced learning, online assessments, continuous evaluation processes, e-learning modules, technology enabled classrooms, virtual library etc. make for an unparalleled learning experience. These methods help the students have a great learning experience. 

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Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Highlights:

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Departments:

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

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Placements:

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

• Placements at Symbiosis are pretty good considering the competition in those sectors.
• The companies provide attractive packages to the students and also provide them opportunity for further studies.
• College faculty mentor the students on various job and future opportunities.
• Deloitte, Google, KPMG, Ey are some of the companies for placements.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Scholarships:

The Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Scholarships offered to the students is mentioned below.

• The government of India Post Matric e-Scholarship & Freeship.
• State 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
• Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Scholarship
• Eklavya Arthik sahayy yojana
• ICCR Scholarship
• Bhutan scholarship

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce Infrastructure Facilities:

Symbiosis College infrastructure facilities are as per the rules issued by the UGC. The college has modern infrastructure facilities coupled with 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.
• Gymnasium is provided for the physical development of the student.
• 24/7 Medical and Health Services are provided to the students.
• A Food Court serving healthy and tasty food on the campus.

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce FAQs:

What is ACCA?

ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a UK based globally recognized professional qualification for a career in finance, accounting and management.

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 on the basis of the 12th standard board results and this usually takes place in June.

What are the working hours for the Library?

The SCAC College Library remains open between 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. on all working days except Sundays and Govt. holidays.

What is the process of cancellation of Admission?

In case the student wants to cancel his or her admission, he / she is required to take the admission cancellation form from the Students’ Help desk, take Principal/ Registrar’s signature, then get No Dues remarks from library and College Account Section and submit the form to the Registrar.

Other Colleges under Symbiosis society:

• Symbiosis Law School, Pune (SLS - Pune)
• Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS)
• Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE)
• Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts (SSLA)

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