Project

Bachelor of Commerce in Financial

Markets Programme
Guidelines

Project Work

Third Year
Semester VI
Under Choice Based Credit, Grading
and
Semester System
 Introduction

Inclusion of project work in the course curriculum of the Bachelor of Commerce in

Financial Markets Programme is one of the ambitious aspects in the programme structure.
The main objective of inclusion of project work is to inculcate an element of research
analysis and scientific temperament thereby challenging the potential of the learner in
relation to his/ her eagerness to inquire and the ability to interpret particular aspects of the
study subject. It is expected that the guiding teacher should undertake guidance sessions
with the learners and bring awareness among the learners about the methodology of
formulation, preparation and evaluation pattern of the project work.

There are two modes for preparation of project work:

1. Project work based on research methodology in the study area, and
2. Project work based on internship in the study area

Guidelines for preparation of Project

Work

1. General guidelines for preparation of project work based on

Research Methodology

● The project topic may be undertaken in any area of the Elective Courses.
● University/college shall allot a guiding teacher for guidance to the students based on
her /his specialization.
● Each learner has to undertake a Project individually under the supervision of a teacher-
guide.
● The learner shall decide the topic and title which should be specific, clear and with
definite scope in consultation with the teacher-guide concerned.
● The project report shall be prepared as per the broad guidelines given below:

● Font type: Times New Roman

● Font size: 12-For content, 14-for Title
● Line Space : 1.5-for content and 1-for in table work
● Paper Size: A4
● Margin : in Left-1.5, Up-Down-Right-1
● The project report shall be bound
● The project report should be 80 to 100 pages

Forma
t
1st page (Main Page)

Title of the problem of the Project

A Project Submitted to
Somaiya Vidyavihar University for partial completion of the
degree of Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Markets
Under the Faculty of Commerce & Business Studies

By

Name of the Learner

Under the Guidance of

Name of the Guiding Teacher

Name and address of the College

 Month and Year

2nd Page
This page to be repeated on 2nd page (i.e. inside after main page)
On separate page

Index

Chapter No. 1

(sub point 1.1, 1.1.1, .... And so on)

Title of the Chapter Page No.

Chapter No. 2 Title of the Chapter

Chapter No. 3 Title of the Chapter

Chapter No. 4 Title of the Chapter

Chapter No. 5 Title of the Chapter

List of tables, if any, with page numbers.

List of Graphs, if any, with page numbers.

List of Appendix, if any, with page numbers.

Abbreviations used:
Structure to be followed to maintain the uniformity in formulation and
presentation of Project Work
(Model Structure of the Project Work)

● Chapter No. 1: Introduction

In this chapter, selection and relevance of the problem, historical background of the
problem, brief profile of the study area, definition/s of related aspects, characteristics,
different concepts pertaining to the problem etc can be incorporated by the learner.

● Chapter No. 2: Literature Review

This chapter will provide information about studies done on the respective issue.
This would specify how the study undertaken is relevant and how it contributes
towards value addition in information/ knowledge/ application of study area
which ultimately helps the learner to undertake further study on the same issue.

● Chapter No. 3: Research Methodology

This chapter will include objectives, hypothesis, scope of the study, limitations of the
study, significance of the study, selection of the problem, sample size, data
collection, tabulation of data, techniques and tools to be used, etc can be
incorporated by the learner.

● Chapter No. 4: Data Analysis, Interpretation and Presentation

This chapter is the core part of the study. The analysis pertaining to collected data
will be done by the learner. The application of selected tools or techniques will be
used to arrive at findings. In this, table of information, presentation of graphs etc. can
be provided with interpretation by the learner.

● Chapter No. 5: Conclusions and Suggestions

In this chapter of project work, findings of work done will be covered and
suggestions would be listed to validate the objectives and hypotheses.

Note: If required more chapters of data analysis can be added.

● Bibliography
● Appendix
 On separate
page

Name and address of the

college

Certificate

This is to certify that Ms/Mr ______________________________________ has worked and

duly completed her/his Project Work for the degree of Bachelor of Commerce in Financial
Markets under the Faculty of Commerce & Business Studies in the subject of and
her/his project is entitled, “ Title of the Project ” under my
supervision.

I further certify that the entire work has been done by the learner under my guidance and that
no part of it has been submitted previously for any Degree or Diploma of any University.

It is her/ his own work and facts reported by her/his personal findings and
investigations.

Name and Signature of

Guiding Teacher

Date of Submission
 On separate
page

Declaration by learner

I, the undersigned, Miss / Mr. Name of the learner hereby, declares

that the work embodied in this project work titled “ Title of the Project
”, forms my own contribution to the research work carried out under the guidance of Name
of the guiding teacher and is a result of my own research work. This work has not been
previously submitted to any other University for any other Degree/ Diploma to this or any
other University.

Wherever reference has been made to previous works of others, it has been clearly indicated
as such and included in the bibliography. I, hereby further declare that all information of
this document has been obtained and presented in accordance with academic rules and
ethical conduct.

Name and Signature of the learner

Certified by

Name and signature of the Guiding Teacher

On separate page
 Acknowledgment
(Model structure of the acknowledgement)

To list who all have helped me is difficult because they are so numerous and the depth is so
enormous.

I would like to acknowledge the following as being idealistic channels and fresh
dimensions in the completion of this project.
I take this opportunity to thank Somaiya Vidyavihar University for giving me the

opportunity to do this project.

I would like to thank our Director, ____________ for providing the necessary facilities

required for completion of this project.

I take this opportunity to thank our Coordinator, _____________ , for his/ her moral

support and guidance.

I would also like to express my sincere gratitude towards my project guide

_____________ whose guidance and care made the project successful.

I would like to thank my College Library, for having provided various reference books and

magazines related to my project.

Lastly, I would like to thank each and every person who directly or indirectly helped me in

the completion of the project especially my Parents and Peers who supported me

throughout my project.

2. Guidelines for Internship based project work

● Minimum 20 days/ 100 hours of Internship with an Organization/ NGO/
Charitable Organization/ Private firm.
● The theme of the internship should be based on any study area of the elective courses

● Experience Certificate is Mandatory

● A project report has to be brief in content and must include the following aspects:
 ● Executive Summary:

A bird’s eye view of your entire presentation has to be precisely offered under this
category.
● Introduction on the Company:

A Concise representation of company/ organization defining its scope,

products/ services and its SWOT analysis.

● Statement and Objectives:

The mission and vision of the organization need to be stated enshrining its broad
strategies.
● Your Role in the Organization during the internship:

The key aspects handled, the department under which you were deployed and brief
summary report duly acknowledged by the reporting head.
● Challenges:

The challenges confronted while churning out theoretical knowledge into practical
world.
● Conclusion:

A brief overview of your experience and suggestions to bridge the gap between
theory and practice.
● The project report based on internship shall be prepared as per the broad guidelines given
below:
● Font type: Times New Roman

● Font size: 12-For content, 14-for Title

● Line Space : 1.5-for content and 1-for in table work
● Paper Size: A4
● Margin : in Left-1.5, Up-Down-Right-1
● The Project Report shall be bound
● The project report should be of minimum 50 pages

Evaluation pattern of the project work

The Project Report shall be evaluated in two stages viz.

● Evaluation of Project Report (Bound Copy) 60

Marks

● Introduction and other areas covered 20 Marks

 ● Research Methodology, Presentation, Analysis and interpretation of 30 Marks
data

● Conclusion & Recommendations 10 Marks

● Conduct of Viva-voce 40
Marks

● In the course of Viva-voce, the questions may be asked such as 10

Marks
importance / relevance of the study, objective of the study,
methodology of the study/ mode of Enquiry (question responses)

● Ability to explain the analysis, findings, concluding observations, 20

recommendation, limitations of the Study Marks

● Overall Impression (including Communication Skill) 10

Marks

Note:
The guiding teacher along with the external evaluator appointed by the University/
College for the evaluation of project shall conduct the viva-voce examination as per the
evaluation pattern