Bachelor of Commerce (Retail Management)

The Bachelor of Commerce in Retail Management (B.Com) program at KES Shroff College is tailored to meet the evolving needs of the retail industry. This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, providing students with a solid foundation in retail management principles and practices. Launched to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the retail sector, our B.Com Retail Management program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to excel in this dynamic industry.

Program Highlights:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: The curriculum covers a broad range of subjects including retail marketing, supply chain management, consumer behavior, merchandising, retail operations, and e-commerce. This comprehensive approach ensures students gain a thorough understanding of the retail industry.
  • Industry-Relevant Skills: The program focuses on developing essential skills such as customer service, inventory management, visual merchandising, and strategic planning, which are crucial for success in the retail sector.
  • Practical Exposure: Students gain hands-on experience through internships, industry projects, case studies, and field visits, ensuring they are well-prepared for real-world retail challenges.

1. Expert Faculty: Our faculty comprises experienced academicians and industry professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the classroom. They are dedicated to mentoring students and providing personalized guidance.

2. Modern Learning Environment: Our state-of-the-art classrooms are equipped with Interactive Display Panels (Smartboards) and air conditioning, creating an engaging and comfortable learning atmosphere. Students also have access to digital resources and e-learning platforms.

3. Industry Integration: We maintain strong ties with the retail industry, facilitating regular interactions with industry leaders through guest lectures, workshops, and seminars. These engagements help students stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.

4. Practical Learning Opportunities: We emphasize experiential learning through internships, live projects, and industry visits, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This practical exposure is invaluable in preparing students for their future careers.

5. Career Support: Our dedicated career counseling and placement cell provides comprehensive support to students, helping them explore various career options, prepare for job interviews, and connect with potential employers. We boast an impressive track record of successful placements in reputed retail companies.

6. Holistic Development: In addition to academic excellence, we focus on the overall development of our students. Through extracurricular activities, leadership programs, and soft skills training, we ensure our students are well-rounded individuals ready to take on the challenges of the retail industry.

  • PEO1: Understand and apply retail management tools and techniques to interact with   stakeholders
  • PEO2: To develop decision making skills and competencies required for effective retail management in modern business
  • PEO3: Apply research knowledge to analyze global retailing scenario
  • PEO4: Know the emerging global trends in retail management

PO1: Gain theoretical and practical exposure in the field of Commerce, Account, Finance, Marketing, Management, Economics, Environment, Mathematics and statistics, Business Law and Business Communication.

PO2: Develop communication skills and build confidence to face the challenges of practical circumstances also enhances the capacity of decision making at personal and professional level.

PO3: Be industry ready and develop various managerial and accounting skills by strengthening their capacities in varied areas of commerce for holistic development.

PO4: Develop managerial and analytical skills to meet the challenges of the dynamic business environment, industry and economy at Local, Regional, National and Global Levels

PO5: Improve competency to make themselves eligible and employable by understanding the multidisciplinary connections that links the world economies and people

PO6: Indulge in reflective and collaborative thinking by understanding the concepts in the field of Commerce and Business.

PO7: Refrain from unethical behaviour, falsification, and manipulation of information

PO8: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern ICT tools for exploring, analysing, and using the business information

PO9: Be Self-paced and self-directed Lifelong learners aimed at personal development, skill development and reskilling in the field of Commerce

PO10: Be engaged with socio-cultural framework concerning them to understand the issues of Sustainable Development Goals

A Bachelor of Commerce in Retail Management (B.Com) degree from KES Shroff College opens up a multitude of career opportunities across various sectors. Our graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers in:

  • Retail Operations: Positions such as store manager, retail operations manager, and district manager in retail chains and stores.
  • Merchandising: Roles in visual merchandising, merchandise planning, and buying for retail brands and stores.
  • Supply Chain Management: Careers in logistics, inventory management, and supply chain coordination within retail organizations.
  • E-Commerce: Opportunities in online retail management, digital marketing, and e-commerce operations.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Roles in customer service management, loyalty program management, and customer experience enhancement.
  • Retail Marketing: Positions in retail marketing strategy, sales promotion, and brand management within the retail sector.

SEMESTER 1


Major

  • In Store Cashiering & Merchandising Operations-I
  • Introduction to Retail Operations

Minor

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Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Retail Associate cum Cashier-Lower Level(RAS/Q0108)

Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Retail Associate cum Cashier-II Level(RAS/Q0108)
  • Retail Associate cum Cashier-III Level(RAS/Q0108)


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Professional Communication Skills

Value Education Courses

  • Foundation Course

Indian Knowledge System

  • Indian Management Thoughts and Practices
  • Chanakya Neeti

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • National Service Scheme Studies – I
  • National Cadet Corp Studies – I
  • Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension Studies – I
  • Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – I
  • Yoga Education – I
  • Sports and Fitness Studies – I
  • Green Credit – I

SEMESTER 2


Major

  • In Store Cashiering & Merchandising Operations-II
  • Marketing Management in Retail

Minor

  • Basics of Business Management

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Retail Associate cum Cashier Higher Level (RAS/Q0108) –IV

Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Retail Associate cum Cashier Level (RAS/Q0108) -V
  • Retail Associate cum Cashier Level (RAS/Q0108) -VI

Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Group Communication

Value Education Courses

  • Environment Studies II

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • National Service Scheme Studies – II
  • National Cadet Corp Studies – II
  • Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension Studies – II
  • Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – II
  • Yoga Education – II
  • Sports and Fitness Studies – II
  • Green Credit – II

Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 40-44 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor

SEMESTER 3


Major(Finance/Marketing/Human Resource)

  • Sales Management
  • Customer Relationship Management

Minor(Finance/Marketing/Human Resource)

  • Retail Sales Associate -III Level(RAS/Q0104) – VII

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Retail Sales Associate -Lower Level(RAS/Q0104)

Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Retail Sales Associate -III Level(RAS/Q0104) – VIII

Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Madhyakalin Evam Adhunik Hindi
  • Marathi- I 
  • Gujarati- I 

Field Projects

  • Field project on Discipline specific elective

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • National Service Scheme Studies – III
  • National Cadet Corp Studies – III
  • Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension Studies – III
  • Cultural Activities (Fine/ Applied/ Visual/ Performing Arts)
  • Yoga Education: Spiritual and Scientific Personality
  • Sports and Fitness Studies – III

SEMESTER 4


Major(Finance/Marketing/Human Resource)

  • Non Store Retailing
  • FMCG/FMCD Sales and Distribution

Minor(Finance/Marketing/Human Resource)

  • Fundamental of Financials & Cost Accounting

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Swayam Courses

Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Retail Sales Associate -IV Level(RAS/Q0104) – IX

Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Vyavharik Hindi 
  • Marathi- II
  • Gujarati- II 

Community Engagement Program

  • Project (10hr+20hrs of practical)

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • National Service Scheme Studies – IV
  • National Cadet Corp Studies – IV
  • Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension Studies – IV
  • Cultural Activities (Fine/ Applied/ Visual/ Performing Arts)
  • Yoga Education: Science of Living and Health
  • Sports and Fitness Studies – IV

Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 80-88 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor

SEMESTER 5(Non NEP)


Major Mandatoy

  • Retail Team Leader-I- Lower Level  (RAS/ Q0105)
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Electives

  • Team Management- I

SEMESTER 6(Non NEP)


Major Mandatory
Retail Team Leader-II (RAS/Q0105) (900 Hours)

SEMESTER 7


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Minor

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Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

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Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

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Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

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Field Projects

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SEMESTER 8


Major

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Minor

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Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

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Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

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Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

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Community Engagement Program

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The admission procedure usually starts in June after the results of class X/XII/Degree college are declared.

  • Fill the Pre-enrollment form of the University of Mumbai through the University portal https://muugadmission.samarth.edu.in/
  • Choose the Autonomous option for your desired program to secure admission at KES Shroff College.
  • Fill College online admission form on www.kessc.edu.in
  • Upload a copy of the pre-enrollment form, HSC mark sheet/digital result, caste/reservation certificate if applicable, and E-Suvidha ticket.
  • On the declaration of merit list (first then second and then third if required), pay the fees along with submission of the documents such as Undertaking regarding admission confirmation, SSC(X mark sheet), HSC, Leaving Certificate, Adhar card, scanned copy of Cheque book leaflet/bank account details and transfer certificate in case the student is from outside Maharashtra.
  • For Programmes running under AICTE the MH-CET scorecard is a must.
  • For further details and to know more about the college visit www.kessc.edu.in

Eligibility Criteria:

  • A candidate for being eligible for admission to the three -year degree course leading to the Bachelor of Commerce – Retail Management must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) examination conducted by the different Divisional Boards of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education. OR Must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) examination with vocational subjects/minimum competency based vocational course conducted by the different Divisional Boards of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education.
    • OR
  • Must have passed and examination of another University or Body recognized as equivalent to Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) Examination

Eligibility for SYBRM

A candidate with all papers is allowed to keep terms for admission in second year.

Eligibility for TYBRM

A candidate is allowed to keep terms in not more than two papers of previous semester, but needs to clear at least one year i.e. FY or SY.

A student shall not be allowed to keep term (ATKT) in Third Year only if he/she fails in not more than two subjects in each of semester III and semester IV of Second year. Student he/she must have passed First year semester I & II in full.

Total no. of Seats: 60

Reservation of Seats: Reservations are as per the Government policy.

Fees: As prescribed by the University of Mumbai. The details have been mentioned on the college Notice board and the College website http://www. www.kessc.edu.in

Duration of Programme: 8 Semesters spread over 4 years.

Enforcement of Attendance:

Our college is a pioneer institute in introducing the computerized attendance system. The computerized defaulters’ lists are displayed division wise regularly at the end of every month on the Students Notice Board. The students failing to fulfill the required attendance shall be DETAINED and shall not be permitted to take the Annual / Board examination. Warning letters from the Principal are sent to parents of the defaulting students. The letters are given to the concerned students by the class teachers in the classrooms. The students must hand over these warning letters to the parents. Students should note that fulfilling the attendance requirement alone will not qualify them to appear for the examination. Their academic performance should also be to the satisfaction of the principal.

General Rules & Regulations:

  1. Every student should obtain an ID card and show at the entry
  2. Students should not loiter in the corridors when the lectures are engaged
  3. Giving proxy attendance is a serious act of indiscipline
  4. Students applying for certificates/testimonials and attestation should first contact the college office
  5. Ragging is strictly prohibited on the college premises
  6. The use of mobile phones inside the college is strictly prohibited. If caught using a cell phone it is confiscated for a period of 1 year

Punitive Measures:

  1. Warning
  2. Cancellation of admission
  3. Refusal to grant admission in future
  4. Withholding or withdrawing of University exam form
  5. Expulsion / rustication from college
  6. Fine not exceeding Rs. 300
  7. Non-refund of fees and deposits
  8. Suspension for a specified period