Syllabus (NEP) Sem II-OJT - 21022024
Syllabus (NEP) Sem II-OJT - 21022024
Faculty of
Commerce & Management
A field project for Master in Commerce (M. Com) students under NEP 2020 will provide a
transformative educational experience that goes beyond textbooks and traditional classroom
learning typically in collaboration with businesses or organizations.
Field projects for Master in Commerce (M.Com) students not only intensify their
understanding of theoretical concepts but also equip them with practical skills and
experiences that are valuable in their future careers.
Field projects empower students to bridge the gap between theory and practice that enhance
their academic knowledge and prepare them for the dynamic challenges of the business
world, fostering the development of critical skills, a professional mindset, and a
comprehensive understanding of the field of commerce. Ultimately, field projects empower
commerce students to enter the workforce with a holistic skill set, positioning them as skilful
professionals capable of navigating the complexities of the business sphere.
KEY FEATURES OF A
FIELD PROJECT
Why field project is valuable for Master in Commerce (M. Com) students?
6. Project Presentation:
Include a presentation component where you communicate your findings, insights, and
recommendations to your peers, faculty, or industry professionals. Utilize visual aids, such as
charts and graphs, to enhance clarity.
7. Evaluation Criteria:
Understand the criteria for evaluating the field project, including factors such as research
quality, analytical skills, presentation effectiveness, and the practical relevance of your
findings.
8. Documentation:
Emphasize the importance of documenting the entire process, from project initiation to
conclusion. This documentation includes research notes, analysis, and final reports.
Savitribai Phule Pune University is committed to prepare students for the jobs of the future,
which will require a combination of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity
and to achieve this industrial internship plays crucial role. Field Project is a 04-credit course
and it is evaluated based on successful completion of the student’s submission of the project
with required documents. The project report prepared by the student will be known as the
output of field Project. Field Project carries 04 credits, and carries 100 marks, divided into
two parameters
Internal Evaluation (30 Marks) External Evaluation (Marks 70)
As the field Project is based on the self-study done by the candidate and evaluated for 100
marks altogether, 04 credits will be awarded to a successful candidate in this subject. The
project shall be evaluated by two examiners one internal and one external (Subject Expert
from Outside College). A Viva voce must be conducted by the panel consisting of Internal
Examiner and External Examiner.
A Field Project Report is an end result of practical experiences, research, and analysis,
reflecting the depth and breadth of the student's engagement during fieldwork. This
comprehensive document serves as a testament to the student's ability to apply academic
knowledge to real-world challenges within the field of commerce.
Structural Guidelines:
Cover Page:
Include the title of the report, student's name, university, and the date of submission.
Acknowledgments:
Express gratitude to individuals, organizations, and the Field Project Guide who contributed
to the success of the project.
Table of Contents:
Present a clear and organized list of the report's sections and subsections with
corresponding page numbers.
Introduction:
Introduce the project, its context, and the significance of the chosen topic. State the objectives
and outline the structure of the report.
Organizational Profile:
Provide a detailed overview of the organization where the fieldwork was conducted. Include
information about its structure, mission, and industry context.
Literature Review:
Review relevant literature and theoretical frameworks related to the field of study. Discuss
how existing knowledge informs the project and its goals.
Research Methodology:
Describe the research design, data collection methods, and tools used during fieldwork.
Explain the rationale behind methodological choices.
Recommendations:
Propose actionable recommendations based on the analysis and discussions. Provide
justifications for each recommendation.
Conclusion:
Summarize key findings, insights, and the overall impact of the field project. Restate the
significance of the work undertaken.
References:
Provide a comprehensive list of all sources cited in the report using a standardized citation
style.
1. Font and Spacing: Use a readable font (e.g., Times New Roman or Arial) with standard
size 12 and one and half line spacing.
2. Headings and Subheadings: Clearly distinguish headings and subheadings to enhance
readability.
3. Page Numbers: Number all pages sequentially, including the cover page.
4. Graphics and Visuals: Incorporate visuals strategically to enhance understanding but
avoid overloading the report.
FIELD PROJECT
Table of Contents
Title Page No
Acknowledgement I
Plagiarism Report VI
Chapter No-1-Introduction 1
References / Bibliography
Specimen-1
Specimen-3
Specimen-6
LIST OF TABLES
The first number indicates the chapter number; the second number following the dot
indicates the number of the table in that chapter.
Specimen-7
LIST OF FIGURES
The first number indicates the chapter number, the second number following the do indicates
the number of the table in that chapter
Students can choose projects based on their interests, allowing them to gain valuable
experience and contribute to the success of businesses.
1. Strategic Business Planning:
Collaborate with a business to develop a comprehensive strategic plan.
Evaluate market trends, competitive analysis, and formulate strategies for growth.
2. Operational Efficiency Improvement:
Analyze the operational processes of a business and identify areas for improvement.
Implement changes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
3. Market Research and Consumer Behavior Analysis:
Conduct market research to understand consumer behavior and preferences.
Provide insights to businesses for product development and marketing strategies.
4. Organizational Culture Assessment:
Evaluate the organizational culture of a company.
Propose initiatives to enhance employee engagement, communication, and workplace
satisfaction.
5. Leadership Development Program:
Collaborate with a company to design and implement a leadership development
program.
Focus on cultivating leadership skills among employees.
6. Financial Health Analysis:
Analyze the financial statements of a business to assess its financial health.
Provide recommendations for financial management and stability.
7. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Implementation:
Work with a company to implement a CRM system.
Improve customer interactions, streamline processes, and enhance customer
satisfaction.
8. Employee Training and Development Program:
Design and implement a training program for employees.
Focus on skill development, knowledge enhancement, and career progression.
9. E-commerce Strategy Development:
Assist a business in developing and implementing an e-commerce strategy.
Explore online sales channels, user experience optimization, and digital marketing.
10. Risk Management and Compliance Assessment:
Collaborate with a business to assess its risk management and compliance practices.
Ensure adherence to industry regulations and propose risk mitigation strategies.
11. Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
Develop and implement sustainability and CSR initiatives for a business.
Align business practices with environmental and social responsibility.
12. Project Management and Implementation:
Collaborate with a company to manage and implement a specific project.
Apply project management principles to ensure successful completion.
13. Human Resource Policies and Procedures Review:
Review and update human resource policies and procedures for a business.
Ensure alignment with legal requirements and industry best practices.
14. Supply Chain Optimization:
Analyze and optimize the supply chain of a business.
Improve inventory management, logistics, and distribution processes.
15. Digital Marketing Campaign:
Develop and execute a digital marketing campaign for a product or service.
Utilize various digital channels for promotion and analyze campaign performance.
16. Financial Analysis of a Company:
Analyze the financial statements of a company to assess its performance & financial
health.
Identify areas for improvement and suggest strategies for financial optimization.
17. Business Process Optimization:
Collaborate with a business to analyze and improve its operational processes.
Implement changes and measure the impact on efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
18. Social Media Marketing (SMM) Campaign:
Develop and execute a social media marketing campaign for a business or product.
Monitor SMM campaign performance, analyze data & make recommendations for
future strategies.
19. Feasibility Study for a Business Idea:
Create a comprehensive business plan for a hypothetical or existing business idea.
Conduct a feasibility study considering market demand, competition, and financial
projections.
20. Tax Planning and Compliance:
Work with a tax consultant or firm to understand and assess tax planning and
compliance for businesses.
Provide recommendations for optimizing tax strategies.
21. Supply Chain Management Review:
Collaborate with a manufacturing or retail company to study and optimize their
supply chain processes.
Identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
22. Investment Portfolio Management:
Create a hypothetical investment portfolio.
Monitor and analyze the performance of different investment instruments.
Develop strategies for portfolio optimization and risk management.
23. CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Assessment:
Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of a company's CSR initiatives.
Suggest improvements or propose a new CSR initiative.
24. E-commerce Platform Analysis:
Assess the performance of a specific e-commerce platform.
Analyze user experience, security features, and payment options.
Provide recommendations for enhancing the online shopping experience.
25. Market Entry Strategy:
Analyze a specific industry and propose a market entry strategy for a new product or
service.
Conduct market research, assess competitors, and outline the marketing and
distribution plan.
26. Startup Business Plan:
Develop a comprehensive business plan for a startup, considering aspects like market
analysis, financial projections, and operational strategies.
Present the plan to potential investors or industry experts.
27. Brand Positioning and Marketing Campaign:
Choose a brand or product and create a detailed marketing campaign.
Focus on brand positioning, target audience, and the use of various marketing
channels.
28. Financial Analysis of a Company:
Select a publicly traded company and conduct an in-depth financial analysis.
Evaluate financial statements, profitability, and liquidity, and provide
recommendations for improvement.
29. Human Resource Management Practices:
Collaborate with a company to assess its human resource management practices.
Evaluate recruitment, training, and employee engagement strategies.
30. Operations Management Optimization:
Work with a business to analyze and improve its operational processes.
Identify areas for efficiency enhancement and cost reduction.
31. E-commerce Business Development:
Develop a plan for launching or improving an e-commerce platform.
Consider user experience, payment gateways, and security measures.
32. International Business Expansion Plan:
Choose a company and develop a plan for expanding its operations internationally.
Consider cultural, legal, and economic factors.
33. Supply Chain Optimization:
Collaborate with a company to optimize its supply chain.
Analyze inventory management, logistics, and distribution processes.
34. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Implementation:
Choose a company and develop a plan for implementing a CRM system.
Address customer communication, data management, and feedback mechanisms.
35. Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovation:
Explore innovative solutions within the financial technology sector.
Develop a business plan for a fintech startup or propose improvements to existing
fintech services.
36. Event Management for a Business Conference:
Organize and manage a business conference or seminar.
Handle aspects such as budgeting, marketing, logistics, and attendee engagement.
37. Retail Merchandising Strategy:
Work with a retail business to develop a merchandising strategy.
Consider product placement, pricing strategies, and promotional activities.
38. Strategic Management Analysis
Choose a company and conduct a strategic management analysis.
Evaluate its competitive positioning, SWOT analysis, and suggest strategic
recommendations.
MARKETING
Students can choose projects based on their interests and career goals, gaining practical skills
that are valuable in the dynamic field of marketing.
BUSINESS PRACTICES
AND ENVIRONMENT:
1. Business Process Improvement:
Collaborate with a company to analyze and improve specific business processes.
Identify bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and enhance overall efficiency.
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Faculty of
Commerce & Management
NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY- 2020
Manual of
ON JOB TRAINING PROGRAMME
For
Master of Commerce (M.COM)
(Semester II)
ON THE JOB TRAINING
Course Code: JT577MJT
TOTAL MARK-100
TOTAL CREDIT-4
No of Hours - 120 Hours
w.e.f. 2023-24
Prof. Dr. Suresh Gosavi Prof. Dr. Parag Kalkar
Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor,
Savitribai Phule Pune University Savitribai Phule Pune University
The On Job Training (OJT) program will provide valuable work experience to the students,
help them explore a career path and develop and refine skills that will eventually give
themselves an edge in the job market.
The University has established pool of business establishments who are willing to provide
practical exposure to the students for One Hundred Twenty Hours in their respective
organizations. The Certificate awarded by these establishments, will add a value to the
academic credentials of participating students.
A student who has opted On Job Training Programme in the Discipline Specific Special
Subject which he / has chosen in M. Com. (Semester II). List of the Discipline Specific
Special Subject given below:
a. The area in which a student has to undergo On Job Training (Contents of the On Job
Training) will be finalized by the concerned subject teacher in consultation with
the On Job Training providing organisation.
b. It is essential to ensure that all key contents of the syllabus of Semester II is incorporated
in the framework of the On Job Training.
c. This will help a student to have hands - on experience of the important aspects of
the Discipline Specific Special Subject chosen by him / her.
d. The contents of the On Job Training should be adequate and students should be
able to understand various concepts and put it into practice within a time frame of
One Hundred Twenty hours.
e. On Job Training is of O n e H u n d r e d T w e n t y h o u r s .
Guidelines for Teachers
The National Assessment and Accreditation Council also emphasize On Job Training as a
part of effective curriculum delivery. The number of students undergoing On Job Training
will certainly aid colleges to secure better grades during evaluation.
For effective implementation of the On Job Training, it is advised that the concerned
department institutes an ‘On Job Training Execution Cell’. The cell will plan and implement
the On Job Training according to the guidelines issued by the university. The cell is also
expected to monitor and review the progress and outcomes of the programme with
regular intervals and make necessary changes.
Teachers are expected to carry out following Pre-on Job Training functions:
The concerned department needs to institute ‘On Job Training Execution Cell’.
The composition of the cell will be as below:
Few colleges located in geographical vicinity may think of coming together and
formation of ‘Cluster’ to implement On Job Training jointly. This will ease the process
of contacting the On Job Training providing companies and execute all related
activities. The colleges will save on funds, manpower and time if the programme is
implemented through clusters.
Savitribai Phule Pune University is committed to prepare students for the jobs of the future,
which will require a combination of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity
and to achieve this industrial on the Job training plays crucial role. Student has to submit
project based on job training and it is evaluated based on successful completion of the
student’s submission of the comprehensive project report with required documents. The
project report prepared by the student will be known as the output of on-the-job training
experience. The Comprehensive Project report based on (OJT) carries 04 credits, and carries
100 marks, divided into two parameters
As the On-the-Job training Project report is based on the self-study done by the candidate
and evaluated for 100 marks altogether, 04 credits will be awarded to a successful candidate
in this subject. The Project report based on OJT (the Job Training) shall be evaluated by two
examiners one internal and one external (Subject Expert from Outside College). A Viva voce
must be conducted by the panel consisting of Internal Examiner and External Examiner.
Guidelines for Teachers
During – On Job Training Functions
After the students have successfully completed the On Job Training Programme, teachers are
required to convene a batch wise meeting of students to know their experience and overall
opinion about the utility and effectiveness of the programme.
Teachers should also try to compare the feedback received from the students
regarding the industry requirements with the prevailing curriculum and try to
bridge the gap by organizing guest lectures, assigning projects to the student, organisation of
industrial visits etc.
These endeavors will help students to undergo the On Job Training (OJT) in a more
confident manner.
SUBMISSION OF ON JOB TRAINING (OJT) REPORT
The student must prepare and submit a comprehensive Report based on his/her learning at On
Job Training to the College.
The OJT Report structure should consist of;
o Title Page
o Acknowledgement
o Letter to On Job Training Providing Organisation for inclusion of students
o Log Sheet of work performed during On Job Training
o On Job Training completion certificate
o Feedback from On Job Training provider organization
o Feedback from student
o Certificate (from college)
o Content Page/Index
o Executive Summary
Brief overview of the on-the-job training project
Summary of key findings and outcomes
o Introduction
o Company Profile
o Job design and responsibilities handled
o Problems areas and Observations, strategies & solutions
o Outcomes and Key learning
o References
Chapter 1 Introduction:
Project title
Study area/problem
Need for study/significance of the Job training
Specific Learning Objectives on the Job Training
Area in which he/ she has undergone on the Job training
Details of Specific Concept learned by student on the Job training
List of the skill that he/she is acquired during on Job training
Limitations
Chapter 2 Company Profile:
Company Overview
History
Visions and Mission
Company hierarchy chart
Overview and functions of different departments
Product profile
Department where on the Job training carried out
Chapter 3 Job design and responsibilities handled
Observations
List of the skills required to perform the assigned task, not included in the
syllabus
Problems faced while performing the assigned Task
How the problems were address to
Contribution made towards better functioning the organization
Chapter 5 Outcomes and Key learning
Annexures:
Undertaking from student about his/ her behavior to the organization
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Subject: - Request for inclusion of students of our college for On Job Training (OJT).
Madam / Sir,
Savitribai Phule Pune University has introduced ‘On Job Training (OJT)’ for Semester II of M.
Com. Students in its revised syllabus.
The purpose of the On Job Training is to provide hands-on training and experience to the
students about various aspects of business and commercial activities. The On Job Training will
also enhance employability of students.
In view of this, I request you to provide following students of our college (List enclosed) with
an opportunity for On Job Training in your esteemed organisation.
We would appreciate if you could provide exposure of the following business activities to
these students: -
Mention here the key contents of the discipline specific special subject selected by the student
We look forward to a mutually rewarding academic association with your
organisation.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Coordinator, On Job Training Programme Principal
UNDERTAKING FROM STUDENT
To,
The principal,
------ College, ------
Subject: Undertaking ….
(Name of the organisation) for my One Hundred Twenty Hours On Job Training during ----------to
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I assure that I will follow all the rules and instruction issued by the On Job Training providing
organisation. I will be responsible for my behaviour and performance during the On Job
Training period.
Thank you.
Yours obediently,
(Name & Signature of parent)
Date:
To,
The Manager (HR),
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Subject: Undertaking ….
I assure that I will follow all the rules and instructions issued by you. I will be solely responsible for
my behavior and performance during the On Job Training period.
I will not disclose any information that is made available to me to anyone during or after the On
Job Training period.
I assure you that I will do my best and the On Job Training opportunity provided to me will be a
mutually rewarding experience.
Thank you.
Yours sincerely,
Date:
Place:
LOG SHEET OF WORK PERFORMED DURING ON JOB TRAINING
4. Address :
5. Contact Number :
6. Email ID :
7. Special Subject :
Total Hours
Date:
ON JOB TRAINING COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
To,
The principal,
I am happy to inform you that following students of your college have successfully
completed the ‘One Hundred Twenty Hours On Job Training’ in this organization.
Roll Aadhaar Special
Sr. No. Name of the student No. No. Subject
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
These students have been provided with adequate exposure and necessary hands-on training
pertaining to their special subject.
I am confident that these students will perform effectively in similar type of
organisations.
I wish them every success in future endeavors.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Name & Signature
(Authorised Signatory)
FEEDBACK FROM ON JOB TRAINING PROVIDER ORGANISATION
1 Domain
Knowledge
2 Communication
Skills
3 Punctuality &
Dedication
4 Ability to work
in teams
5 Problem
solving skills
6 Quality of work
done
7 Effectiveness
8 Efficiency
9 Ability to take
Initiative
10 Positive
attitude
11 Appearance
12 Using full
potential at
work
13 Work habits
14 Honesty &
Integrity
15 Creativity
Part B – SWOC analysis of the student (Please mention below the strengths and weaknesses
of the student and the areas for improvement)
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Part C – Suggestions to make the On Job Training more productive and effective.
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Part D – Changes required in the curriculum to improve employability of students.
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Place of Review:
Date of Review:
STUDENT FEEDBACK FORM
1. Name of the Student:
2. Class:
3. Division and Roll Number:
4. P Contact Number:
5. Present address:
6. Contact Number:
7. Email ID:
Please provide your rating about following aspects pertaining to your On Job Training
Experience on the scale of 10; where 10 means strongly agree and 0 means do not
agree at all.
S.
Parameter Response
No.
1 The pre-On Job Training provided by the college was very useful
The knowledge that I gained in the college was useful to carry out On Job
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Training in a satisfactory manner
Please give your suggestions to make the On Job Training more productive and
effective.
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Please give your overall feedback about your experience during the On Job Training
(Not mentioned above).
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