Top colleges to study abroad after 12th commerce

According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Business and Management Studies, the top countries to study business and related courses abroad include:

• The USA
• The UK
• Australia

The USA has 25 universities among the top 100 institutions in the world for business and management studies. The UK has 13 institutions among the top 100, and Australia has 6.

Here are the top 10 universities in the world for studying business and management courses.

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What are the entry requirements for studying abroad after 12th commerce?

• Applicants need to have a good academic score in their Class XII exams with a minimum average score of 60% and above. Some institutions ask for 70% or more.
• An IELTS score of 5.5 is the basic English language requirement for business-related courses. However, some institutions and courses demand a higher score in IELTS.
• It is always advisable to check with the institution for more accurate information. You can also get in touch with our counsellors for up-to-date information on course entry requirements and tuition fees.
• Some universities, like the University of North Carolina Wilmington, ask for a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Some institutions, like Stanley College, require candidates to be at least 18 years old.

Know about Foundation Programmes

Sometimes institutions will recommend students complete a Foundation/Pathways programme to enable them to improve their knowledge of the core subjects, English, Mathematics and Computing skills, before they join the degree programme. 

What is the cost of studying abroad after 12th commerce?

Costs vary based on the duration of the programme and the country of study. Overall costs will range from INR 9 lakhs to INR 30 lakhs.

Can Indian students apply for scholarships to study abroad after 12th commerce?

Apart from scholarships offered by governments and organisations, universities themselves offer multiple scholarships for international students. Several of these scholarships do not require separate applications; you will be automatically considered for the scholarships upon submitting the course application. Most of these scholarships are offered as tuition fee waivers.

Let’s introduce you to some of the scholarships offered by universities abroad:

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Best universities in the UK for commerce courses

In the UK, some of the top-ranking places to study Commerce and related courses are:

1. London Business School
2. The University of Cambridge
3. The University of Oxford
4. London School of Economics and Political Science
5. The University of Warwick

Here are the popular choices among Indian students and the business courses offered by them.

• The University of Warwick, King’s College London, the University of Leeds, and the University of Bristol are some institutions popular among Indian students for Economics-related courses.
• The University of Warwick, Coventry University, the University of Bath, King’s College London, and the University of Greenwich are popular for Accounting and Finance courses.
• Coventry, the University of Hertfordshire, and the University of Essex are famous among Indian students for their Business Administration courses.

The best universities in the USA for commerce courses

The usual front-runners make their presence felt in the USA:

1. Harvard University
2. Stanford University
3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
4. University of Pennsylvania
5. Northwestern University

The universities popular among Indian students and the business courses offered by them:

• For Economics-related courses, Arizona State University, the University of Illinois at Chicago, California State University, Long Beach, and Northeastern University are some of the popular ones. The courses are offered as either Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science programs.
• For accounting-related courses, check out the University of Illinois at Chicago, the University of Alabama Birmingham, Louisiana State University, Shorelight, and the University of Delaware for accounting-related courses.
• The University of Illinois at Chicago, Arizona State University and the University of Idaho are preferred by Indian students for Finance-related courses.
• Western Michigan University, Cleveland State University – Shorelight, Kent State University and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi are some of the popular ones for Business Administration courses.

Universities in Australia for commerce courses

All major universities in Australia are included in the list:

1. The University of Melbourne
2. The University of New South Wales
3. Monash University
4. The University of Sydney
5. The University of Queensland

Universities that are popular among Indian students and the business courses offered by these institutions:

• The University of South Australia, Griffith University, the University of Adelaide, the University of Wollongong, and Deakin University are popular among Indian students for Finance-related courses.
• Study Group Australia offers a Bachelor of Business Studies course. Some of the other institutions preferred by Indian students include Charles Sturt Study Centres and Charles Sturt University.
• Macquarie University, Curtin University, Monash University, and the Australian National University are popular among Indian students for Business Administration courses.
• Melbourne Institute of Technology, the University of South Australia, and Deakin University receive a lot of applications from Indian students for Accounting-related courses. These are mostly provided as Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Commerce courses.
• The University of Sydney, the University of Queensland, the University of Adelaide, and the Australian National University are popular among Indian students for Economics-related courses.

Top universities in Canada for for commerce courses

Here are the top-ranking institutions in Canada for Commerce and Business-related courses:

• The University of Toronto
• The University of British Columbia
• McGill University
• Western University
• The University of Montreal

Canadian institutions preferred by your peers for courses after 12^th commerce include:

• Kwantlen Polytechnic University and the University of Alberta offer diploma and bachelor's courses respectively, in Business Studies.
• Some of the popular choices among Indian students for finance-related courses in Canada include Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Durham College, Carleton University, and the University of Ottawa.
• Canada College, the University of Winnipeg, NorQuest College, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Bow Valley College, and Thompson Rivers University are some of the very popular institutions preferred by Indian students for business administration courses after 12^th commerce.
• Diplomas and Bachelor of Commerce courses in accounting are offered by institutions in Canada. Some of the popular ones based on the number of applications received include the University of Waterloo, Ryerson University, Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, and Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
• For economics-related courses, the University of Waterloo, the University of British Columbia, the University of Winnipeg and Alexander College are some of the popular choices.

Best universities in New Zealand for for commerce courses

New Zealand with its friendly visa policies allowing a one-year extension to secure a job after graduation is gaining in popularity among Indian students. Check out the best universities to study Commerce:

1. The University of Auckland
2. University of Otago
3. Victoria University of Wellington
4. Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
5. Massey University

Here are some of the institutions popular among Indian students for courses after 12^th commerce:

• The University of Auckland, the University of Otago and Victoria University Wellington are famous among Indian students for Finance-related courses. These are mostly available as Bachelor of Commerce – Finance courses.
• Eastern Institute of Technology in New Zealand is preferred for Bachelor in Business Studies courses by Indian students.
• For Economics-related courses, the University of Auckland, the University of Otago, the University of Waikato and Victoria University Wellington are some of the popular courses.
• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting is offered by the University of Canterbury.
• For Business-related courses in New Zealand after 12^th Commerce, some of the institutions you should check out include Auckland University of Technology, Eastern Institute of Technology, Massey University, Unitec New Zealand Limited and the University of Waikato. Most of these are provided as Bachelor of Business courses in topics such as International Business, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Property etc.

Best universities in Ireland for commerce courses

• Trinity College Dublin
• The University College Dublin
• Dublin City University
• The University College Clark
• The University of Galway

Here are some institutions and courses popular among Indians:

• Dublin Business School and Griffith College offer Hons courses in Accounting and Finance.
• Limerick Institute of Technology offers a BA (Hons) in Business Studies.
• The University College Dublin is a popular choice for Economics-related courses after 12^th Commerce, in Ireland.

FAQs

Can I go abroad after 12^th commerce?

Yes, universities abroad provide numerous opportunities and specialisations for students. List down your priorities and pick the right institution and course. You can also get in touch with IDP counsellors for free guidance.

Which country is best for commerce students?

Countries like the USA, UK, and Canada are best for business and related courses, according to the QS Subject Rankings 2023.

Can you study abroad after 12^th in India?

Yes, irrespective of your chosen subject, Indian students can study abroad. In fact, you will find multiple, unique course options at universities abroad. Please go through the course entry requirements before applying. Some institutions might ask for a minimum age of 18 to accept candidates.

You can get in touch with IDP’s dedicated study abroad counsellors to explore your options for studying commerce or a related subject abroad.