The Global B.Com. is the first programme being launched under the India-Australia Global Education Initiative. This programme will offer innovative models of global education, training, and research for students in India. It aims to provide opportunities for Indian students to have an international campus experience.

The Global B.Com. offered in collaboration between JGU and Deakin University promises an education experience that blends the best of both institutions through an industry-relevant education portfolio, world-class faculty, and a dynamic learning environment on the campuses of JGU in India and Deakin University in Australia. The unique portfolio of two undergraduate degrees from both institutions and a master's degree from Deakin will ensure that graduates have an incredible opportunity to learn and grow in two international university systems.

What Makes It Different at JGU?

• The Global B.Com. programme, offered by the Jindal School of Banking & Finance (JSBF) in collaboration with Deakin University, provides a unique educational pathway to students seeking to become future leaders with international skills and a deeper intercultural understanding of the world.

• The programme employs a 2+1+1.5 structure, where students spend the first two years studying foundational and intermediate level courses at JSBF. Upon successful completion, students transfer to Deakin University for one year to complete the requirements for obtaining the Global B.Com. from O.P. Jindal Global University and Bachelor of Business from Deakin University. Students can choose to graduate with two undergraduate degrees or continue to the Master's track.

• Students continuing to the Master's programme will spend another 1.5 years at Deakin University pursuing their postgraduation. At the end of the programme, students will receive the MBA (International Business) degree in addition to the two undergraduate degrees. This programme equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become future leaders in a rapidly changing global environment.

The Global B.Com. programme offered by the Jindal School of Banking & Finance (JSBF) in collaboration with Deakin University, is a unique programme with a 2+1+1.5 structure. In the first two years of the programme, students will study foundational and intermediate level courses at JSBF. Upon successful completion of the first two years, students will transfer to Deakin University to complete the next stages of the programme.

During the third year, students will complete the requirements to obtain the Global B.Com. from O.P. Jindal Global University and Bachelor of Business from Deakin University. Students have the option to continue to the Master’s track or graduate with two undergraduate degrees. Those continuing to the Master’s programme will spend another 1.5 years at Deakin University pursuing their postgraduation, at the end of which they will graduate with the MBA (International Business) degree in addition to the two undergraduate degrees.

The programme curriculum in the first two years includes foundational courses such as Microeconomics, Business Law, Financial Mathematics, and Business Communication & Critical Thinking, as well as advanced courses such as Corporate Finance, Financial Modelling, and Income tax, Corporate Tax, GST, and Customs. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in business and finance, preparing them for a global career.

Duration- 2+1(Years for UG)+1.5(PG Optional)

Degrees

• Upon completion of the first two years at JSBF, students will transfer to Deakin University in Australia to complete their third year of undergraduate courses. Upon successful completion of this year, students will receive the Global B.Com. degree from O.P. Jindal Global University and a Bachelor’s of Business degree from Deakin University.

• For those students who choose to pursue the Master’s track, they will need to complete an additional 1.5 years at Deakin University in order to receive the MBA (International Business) degree, in addition to the two undergraduate degrees.

Imbibing the best practices from international universities, Jindal School of Banking & Finance follows a holistic admission process. An applicant is evaluated on the basis of a combination of Academic and non-academic performance. The selection process of B.Com(Hons.), B.A(Hons.) Finance & Entrepreneurship, B.Com(Hons.) Capital Markets and Global B.Com involves evaluation based on an applicant’s Class X and XII scores, Entrance Exam and faculty interview round.

Round 1 – Application Assessment

To start your application, register with an active email address. Your login details will be sent to this email account after due verification. All relevant information will be communicated to the applicant at this registered email address.

The applicant should provide all the information sought in the application, both in the mandatory and non-mandatory sections, as it will help in better evaluation.

Please keep scanned copies of the following documents at hand for uploading.

• Class X Board Scores or Equivalent and Class XII Board Scores or Equivalent (if completed)
• Passport Size Photograph
• Competitive exam score

X and XII Board Exam Scores

Applicants are required to upload their Grades/Scores of class 10th (or equivalent) and class 12th (or equivalent). If the applicant does not have their Class XII grades/scores at the time of filling an application, he/she may mention ‘Awaited’ in the relevant column. We don’t accept IB certificate course.

Passport Size Photograph

Please upload the recent front-facing picture (2 x 2) with a neutral background. Selfies not permissible.

Qualifying Examination

Mention the relevant score (JSAT/ACT/SAT) in the application form. If an applicant is yet to appear for any qualifying examinations or is awaiting the examination results, he/she may click ‘Awaited’ in the relevant column. Students who have not appeared for SAT / ACT / UGAT / LSAT / CUET are encouraged to apply by selecting JSAT- Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test.

Supported Documents for Extra-Curricular Activities

The applicant can attach relevant documents (certificates, artwork, writing samples, letters of recommendation, etc.) for the extra-curricular section.

An Online Application Number will be displayed upon successful submission of the form by making the payment. The applicant must use the ‘Application Number’ as a reference while communicating with us.

Round 2 – Entrance Examination

Applicants who have advanced to Round 2 will have to follow the below-mentioned steps:

Appearing for Entrance Exam ( JSAT, if not given SAT/ACT/CUET, LSAT and UGAT)

Students qualifying the minimum cutoff requirements in the entrance exam will be notified over call/e-mail and shall move to Round 3.

Round 3 – Faculty Interview

This is the most important part of the application process. Applicants who get to this round will have an interview with a member of the faculty for their respective schools. There is no set format for these interviews, it is an opportunity with the applicant to find out more about a programme from faculty member directly.

Emphasis in these interviews is placed on oral communication, confidence, curiosity, clarity of expression, and nuanced thinking.

Some applicants may be asked to face a second interview*. This does not mean that the applicant is weak. Sometimes faculty members request an additional opinion or want the applicant to speak to a faculty member aligned to the applicant’s interests.

Important Instructions

• Candidates shortlisted after Interview shall receive a Provisional Offer of Admissions over email.
• If an applicant does not respond within the stipulated time their application is declared inactive.
• Candidates willing to enroll are required to pay the registration fee to secure a seat.
• After declaration of Board results students need to forward their transcripts to the Admissions team.

Waitlisted Applicants

Applicants may also be waitlisted depending on their results. Waitlisted applicants are requested to upload their XII results as soon as they are released. Such applicants may also be asked to do an additional interview.

Note:

*The fees are excluding the Accommodation Charges at O.P. Jindal Global University, India & Deakin University, Australia.
**The tuition fees mentioned for Deakin University above are for the year 2025, which may vary for future years.
***The currency conversion in the table assumes an exchange rate of A$1 = INR 56 (Subject to Fluctuation).
****The Tuition fee, accommodation charges and other allied service charges are subject to an annual increase of ten percent (10%).
*****The security deposit will be fully refunded, subject to the completion of studies and/or receipt of a ‘No Dues Certificate’. The security deposit shall not carry any interest.
 

The Global B.Com. Programme at the Jindal School of Banking & Finance (JSBF) and Deakin University provides students with a diverse set of skills and knowledge to pursue various career paths in the fields of finance, business, and management.

With a curriculum that covers foundational and advanced topics, students are prepared to enter a range of industries and professions, including project management/consultancy, corporate & data governance, corporate finance, research/academia, start-up/family run business, Chartered Financial Analyst/CA/CS, banking and financial services industry (BFSI), and Master’s Programmes (e.g. MBA, M.Sc.).