Higher education in India has come a long way since the establishment of the first university in 1857. Today, there are thousands of colleges and universities across the country offering a variety of courses in arts and commerce. Arts and commerce are two of the most popular fields of study in India. A degree in either of these subjects can lead to a successful career in a number of different sectors. There are a number of reasons why arts and commerce are such popular fields of study in India. Firstly, they offer a well-rounded education that can prepare students for a variety of different careers. Secondly, they provide students with the opportunity to develop a number of different skills, such as communication and problem-solving. In this special issue, we have focused on these educational fields.

The cover story of this issue features Sri Aurobindo College of Commerce and Management (SACCM). Established under the aegis of Vardhman Group, which is one of the largest business conglomerates in the region, SACCM has been leveraging the benefits of the industry-academia interface to address this issue. The institute aspires to become one of the best colleges in commerce and management education in India. To that end, it has taken a number of initiatives and has grown to the point where it is one of the most sought-after institutions in the country for providing quality education. The college is affiliated with Panjab University, Chandigarh, and offers co-educational M.Com, B.Com, B.Com (Hons), and BBA programmes. Reading on you will find more such stories.

After scrutinizing the colleges and universities in this field, Higher Education Review has selected the top performers who have showcased exceptional academic expertise. With the intent to transform the lives of students, these colleges have exhibited the acumen to adapt to the evolution of the educational field and help students emerge victorious.

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