Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD)
The Doctoral Programme (PhD) of the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is a full-time doctoral programme to be completed in five years. The programme offers opportunities for advanced studies and research in different specializations related to Management Science. The Programme aims to prepare students for careers in teaching and research in management studies and in related disciplines, and for careers in the government, in industry, and in other organizations that require advanced analytical and research capabilities.
The admission process for IIMK PhD programme is detailed as below:
- Based on the information provided by the applicants in their application, the candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) for interview
- Candidates will need to appear in Personal Interview
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as also specified by the respective areas.
- Admission Parameters may include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET), IIMB Test score, past academic performance, work experience, interview performance etc.
- Registration for the Doctoral Programme will be notified separately on the website.
IIM Kozhikode Doctoral Programme in Management offers specializations in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Strategic Management, among others. A candidate can opt for upto 2 specializations.
The programme provides rigorous, world-class, inter-disciplinary training in all areas of business management to equip students with the ability to conduct cutting-edge research of international standard. DPM graduates are crucial source for management researchers and faculty resources in top quality for academic institutions, industry, business, government and society.
Two-thirds of IIM Kozhikode fellows have been placed as faculty members in prestigious National Institutes (like IIM, IIT, NITIE) and in esteemed universities in Europe, North America or Middle East. Other DPM students have received offers from reputed corporate organizations.
Candidates must complete their application through the specified online portal/link of IIMK. Candidates may apply to two academic areas of specialization as part of their application. Such candidates must identify their primary and secondary areas of specialization as part of the application form. The application fee (non-refundable) is Rs.1,000 for applying to a single academic area and Rs.1,500 for applying to two academic areas, which has to be remitted online through the link provided with the application form. For candidates who opt for the IIMB Test, an additional amount of Rs.1,000 on top of the above mentioned application fee will need to be remitted online as the IIMB Test fees.
The eligibility criteria to apply for IIMK Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) are as follows:
- Post-graduate degree or equivalent in any discipline (including M.A., M.Com., M.E., M.Phil., M.Sc., M.Tech., MBA, MCA, etc.) with at least 55% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Professional qualification such as CA/ICWA/CS along with a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate (or equivalent) in the Bachelor’s degree.
4-year / 8-semester Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 75% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD/NC-OBC/EWS categories will be given a relaxation of 5% (or equivalent) in the minimum eligibility marks mentioned above.
- Those appearing for the final exams can also apply
- Except for those opting for IIMB Test, a candidate applying for Doctoral Programme of IIMK should have a valid test score not older than three years as on the closing date of submission in CAT, GMAT,GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF-NET or any other acceptable exam
IIM Kozhikode PhD final selection Parameters include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance.
PhD in Management
IIM Udaipur's PhD Program is designed for students with strong academic credentials who aspire to become globally acclaimed scholars in their field. Students earning a PhD in management from IIM Udaipur will be well-equipped for a rewarding career in academia, enabled with the ability to undertake independent and impactful management research. IIM Udaipur offers Ph.D. in the following five areas:
- Decision Sciences
- Finance & Accounting
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management
- Operations Management
- Marketing
Apply Online. Click on your respective area to know more about the research ecosystem, eligibility criteria, application requirements and selection process for
Decision Sciences, Finance & Accounting, Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management, Operations Management, Marketing
IIM Udaipur's PhD program is uniquely designed to shape future scholars. The program aligns with top business schools globally and aims to produce world-class researchers. IIM Udaipur PhD program spans five years, with full financial support. The initial two years focus on coursework, equipping you with research skills and knowledge. The subsequent three years are dedicated to conducting in-depth, rigorous research. You may also take on academic responsibilities throughout your journey. IIM Udaipur's emphasis on research is a key differentiator. Ranked 4th among all business schools in India for research excellence by the University of Texas Dallas (UTD), IIMU faculty is highly motivated to publish in globally reputed journals, and this commitment is extended to PhD students. As a PhD student at IIMU, you'll engage in practical research projects from the first year, gaining hands-on experience. You'll develop critical research skills, critique top-tier research, and build expertise in data collection and analysis tools.
IIMU will fund an international immersion for up to two students (merit-based) in a year—enabling them to spend four months at an esteemed university abroad. The program will cover travel costs, living expenses, medical insurance (actual) and contingencies for the period. This is a unique offering in IIMU that is not currently available at any other IIM.
There is no application fees to apply for IIM Udaipur PhD programme. A candidate can apply to only one PhD program. In the case where candidates submit multiple applications in more than one area, the application received on the latest date will be considered and the previous application/applications will be summarily rejected. Along with the completed application form, the following documents are mandatory:
- Class X Marks Sheet
- Class XII/Diploma Marks Sheet
- Bachelor's Mark Sheet
- Master's Mark Sheet (if applicable)
- Mark Sheet (Professional Course – CA/ICWA/CS) if applicable
- Curriculum Vitae
- Photo Id (Passport/PAN/Aadhar)
- Statement of Purpose
Candidates in the final year of the program or awaiting their results can upload the Mark Sheet of the previous term(s)/semester/year. Scanned copies of all academic mark sheets, certificates, qualifying examination score cards, category certificates, and research proposals must be uploaded, along with the online application form.
Candidates are eligible to apply for the PhD program if they fulfil the following criteria:
- Must have done 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 60% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed. Or,
- A professional qualification (completed) such as CA (ICAI), ICWA, CS with a Bachelor's degree with at least 60 percent marks.
- A 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree with equivalent of 75 percent marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
- Final year candidates who have not yet completed their respective degrees (Bachelor's or Master's) by the date application is due are eligible to apply for IIM PhD program at IIM Udaipur and can receive provisional acceptance.
Valid CAT /GMAT/GRE/NET-JRF (relevant disciple) scores are mandatory for the candidates applying for Finance and Accounting, Marketing and OBHRM Areas. The validity of the test scores is shown in the table below:
Test Score Validity Applicable for Areas CAT CAT 2022 or later Finance and Accounting/Marketing/OBHRM GMAT 5 Years Finance and Accounting/Marketing/OBHRM GRE 5 Years Finance and Accounting/Marketing/OBHRM NET-JRF 5 Years Finance and Accounting/Marketing/OBHRM
The selection process will be a two-stage process.
Stage 1: Faculty members from the area (or a panel thereof) will make a shortlist of applicants found suitable for Stage 2 based on an assessment of the applicant’s academic performance, research/ work experience, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. Only the shortlisted candidates will be eligible to appear in stage 2 of the process.
Stage 2: Faculty members (or a panel thereof) from the Area will judge the suitability of applicants through in-person interviews at IIMU Campus. In the interviews, the candidates will be evaluated on their research aptitude and domain knowledge, motivation and preparedness for the Ph.D. program, long-term career plans, and communication skills. The research aptitude might be evaluated based on research papers assigned by the panel to the candidates at least 7 days prior to the date of the interview.
Doctoral Programme in Management
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The admission process for NMIMS SBM Mumbai PhD programme has following key stages:
- Submit Application. Check the confirmation that the application is successfully submitted
- After successful application submission, check for the Call letter for Entrance Test and Personal Interview
- Download the call letter from login dashboard. No separate call letter will be mailed or posted for PhD entrance test and personal interview
- Upload the required documents for Entrance Test & Personal Interview
- Appear for PhD Entrance Test and Personal Interview on the designated date at NMIMS Mumbai. The Entrance Test will be of 100 marks with 120 minutes duration. It will be conducted at Mumbai campus only and will have two sections: Section A: 50% Research Aptitude Test (Objective) and Section B with 50% Domain specific Knowledge test (Objective). Important Note: The candidates who have qualified NET/SET/GATE/GPAT/JRF exam with valid score, are exempted from NMIMS entrance test
- Only entrance test qualified candidate will be called for Personal Interview.
- Personal interview will be based on Statement of Purpose. The candidates must demonstrate research orientation, aptitude and commitment during Personal Interview in addition to conceptual clarity in the area of specialization.
- Final merit list will be based on entrance test & personal interview marks.
NMIMS SBM PhD programme students have to undertake 270 hours of coursework spread over eighteen months. Each course has multi component evaluation including continuous assessment and final evaluation. After completion of the entire coursework the student will need to appear and clear a comprehensive examination to be eligible to form the Thesis Advisory Committee and subsequent proposal defence.
The goal pf PhD programme is to ensure that students are prepared to undertake research with some help from the guide. This is one of the global best practices adopted by top research universities. The students are assessed on a rubric-based system and are given two opportunities to pass the examination. Failing which the student will have to quit the programme.
Students can undertake research work leading to award of PhD in the areas of Business Policy and General Management, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and Behavioral Sciences, Operations and Data Sciences and Economics.
Step by Step process How to apply for NMIMS SBM PhD admission is shared below:
- Register online at https://www.nmims.edu/
- Candidate will get the registration number on the registered email ID to fill and complete the application form. Before filling the online form, please read all the instructions carefully mentioned in the instruction handout, important dates and Terms & Condition given in the online application form
- Fill the Application Form
- Pay Application Fees of Rs.2500/- Online
- Submit the Application form with all details and attachments required. All the candidates must specify the specialization area for which the candidate wishes to pursue and Submit 1000 words statement of purpose that clearly explains motivation, capabilities, and commitments toward joining Ph.D. program.
The eligibility criteria for NMIMS School of Business Management Mumbai PhD admission are as below:
- A Master's degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale; or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an approved and authorised Assessment and Accreditation Agency;
- Candidates who have obtained their degree by doing a part-time course or through distance learning, correspondence courses, externally, open school from recognized University are eligible to apply and register as per UGC guidelines
- Candidates appearing or awaiting for final year result are eligible to apply for Full time Ph.D. program provided Masters degree (Qualifying) examination should have been conducted before the course commencement date
- Candidates are required to submit Graduation & Master’s degree all mark sheets for all years, also AIU Certificate (University Equivalence) is mandatory for those candidates who have completed their graduation/post-graduation from Overseas Universities.
- All the applicants have to appear in GMAT style objective MCQ test conducted by NMIMS covering quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, reading comprehension and English language and the specialization wise entrance test as per your preferred specialization choice
The admission process for NMIMS SBM Mumbai PhD programme has following key stages:
- Submit Application. Check the confirmation that the application is successfully submitted
- After successful application submission, check for the Call letter for Entrance Test and Personal Interview
- Download the call letter from login dashboard. No separate call letter will be mailed or posted for PhD entrance test and personal interview
- Upload the required documents for Entrance Test & Personal Interview
- Appear for PhD Entrance Test and Personal Interview on the designated date at NMIMS Mumbai. The Entrance Test will be of 100 marks with 120 minutes duration. It will be conducted at Mumbai campus only and will have two sections: Section A: 50% Research Aptitude Test (Objective) and Section B with 50% Domain specific Knowledge test (Objective). Important Note: The candidates who have qualified NET/SET/GATE/GPAT/JRF exam with valid score, are exempted from NMIMS entrance test
- Only entrance test qualified candidate will be called for Personal Interview.
- Personal interview will be based on Statement of Purpose. The candidates must demonstrate research orientation, aptitude and commitment during Personal Interview in addition to conceptual clarity in the area of specialization.
- Final merit list will be based on entrance test & personal interview marks.
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PhD in Management
IIM Shillong offers 4 years full time doctoral programme – PhD in Management.
The program is immersive, rigorous and interdisciplinary. Field work with a deep industry connect forms an integral part of study. An important part of the programme is dissertation which begins in year three. On completion of the programme candidates will be awarded Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by IIM Shillong.
The scholars are expected to complete the program in four years. However, in case the programme is not completed within the stipulated time, the participants may be allowed to have two more years to complete the programme.
Application should be submitted with a tentative research proposal, wherein the candidate will have to present the tentative research problem proposed to be researched upon.
- Fill in and submit the application form with Research Proposal
- Shortlisting of candidates will be done for the Personal Interview/Interaction based on the profile and tentative research proposal.
- The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for Personal Interview
- Each applicant is expected to select three PI venues in the order of their preference. The Institute will intimate the applicants about the final venue and schedule of this process.
- Personal Interview/Interaction with the candidate will be conducted
- Offer of admission will be extended to selected candidates.
The commitment to the Doctoral program is four years which includes an enriching research focused, out-put oriented course work. The scholars are expected to complete the program in four years and ensure that they complete the requirements of the program within this stipulated time. However, the candidates who are unable to complete the program within the stipulated time may be allowed to continue in the program depending upon their progress. After completion of four years into the program an extension of two years may be granted subject to approval from the Doctoral Committee.
In the first year, the structure of course work comprises core, flexi-core, and research based courses leading to an understanding of management discipline, building theoretical foundations in the core area, develop basic skills for analyzing managerial problems and instill research interest. In their second year, the scholars will undergo Term-IV courses. As part of Term-IV courses, the scholar will undertake two credits from the PGP Basket of electives in consultation with their supervisors. The participant will start working on the primary research problem of the PhD thesis under the guidance of the Thesis Advisory Committee (TAC).
From third year onwards, the doctoral dissertation work provides them with an opportunity to make original contributions to an area of management or to one of its disciplines. The scholar is expected to work towards presenting papers at a conference, journal publications and other scholarly contributions. The candidate will have to prepare and submit the doctoral thesis and then submit the duly modified thesis for evaluation. Every scholar is expected to work at least 10 hours every week during the third and fourth year as Research/Teaching Assistant with a faculty member
- Fill in the application form
- You can apply upto two areas and should submit separate application for each area
- Attach a tentative research proposal with the topic of research problem proposed to be researched upon.
- Submit the application with other required documents
- A master’s degree post bachelor’s degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern with at least 55% marks in the bachelor’s level and 60% in the master’s level; or A 5-year integrated master’s degree obtained after completing higher secondary schooling in 10+2 pattern, with at least 55% marks in the bachelor’s level (if explicitly provided) and 60% in the master’s level, or A master’s degree post 4 year/8 semesters bachelor’s degree in 10+2+4 pattern, with a CGPA of 6.5 or above or equivalent marks, or A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS, with at least 55% marks in B.Com degree,
- Qualified Common Admission Test (CAT) held by IIMs in last 2 years form the date of application, or Qualified GATE, GRE, GMAT, and JRF (UGC/CSIR) examination and have a valid score
- Candidates who have already obtained a two-year PGDM from any of the IIMs with a CPGA equivalent to 60% or more are exempted from the above requirement and can apply directly through the prescribed Application Form.
- Fill in and submit the application form with Research Proposal
- Shortlisting of candidates will be done for the Personal Interview/Interaction based on the profile and tentative research proposal.
- The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for Personal Interview
- Each applicant is expected to select three PI venues in the order of their preference. The Institute will intimate the applicants about the final venue and schedule of this process.
- Personal Interview/Interaction with the candidate will be conducted
- Offer of admission will be extended to selected candidates.
Fellow Programme in Management
Fellow Programme in Management
MDI takes pride in its Fellow Programme. The programme is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education, Government of India and recognized by the Associa-tion of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to a PhD degree of an Indian University. The Fellow Programme in Management encourages rigorous interdisciplinary re-search in contemporary areas of management.
Since its inception in 1999, MDI’s Fellow Programme has been growing steadily, both in numbers, as well as its contribution to the reservoir of knowledge. Seminars, presentations, discussion forums and informal knowledge-sharing sessions throughout the year keep research scholars intellectually stimulated with peers and faculty. MDI’s Fellow Programme encourages research in current and contemporary areas of interest in management. The primary purpose of our Fellow Programme is to develop scholars who will stretch the boundaries of management thought and will also impact contemporary management practices in real time.
The Scholars have access to a state-of-the-art library, which has a large and diverse collection of books and journals. In addition, MDI subscribes to prominent online journals databases such as ABI/INFORM (ProQuest), Business Source Complete (EBSCO), Elsevier’s Energy Collection, Elsevier’s Business & Man-agement Journals Collection, IGI Online Journals Collection, JSTOR, Emerald Insight, ProQuest’s Disserta-tions & Theses database, Psych ARTICLES (APA), and SAGE Humanities & Social Science Collection.
The library is equipped with sectoral databases such as Crisil Research, Datamonitor 360, ETIG Database, Financial Times Database, IndiaStat, Euromonitor, Factiva, and Westlaw India.
The library also provides access to corporate databases such as ACE Analyser, Bloomberg Terminal, Economic Outlook (CMIE), Industry Outlook (CMIE), Prowess (CMIE), Private Equity Deal Database, M&A Deal Database, Scopus, Statista and Real Estate Deal Database.The library is Wi-Fi enabled, with exclusive working space for the research scholars.
FPM (Residential)/FPM (Non-Residential) | Annual Intake for FPM programme = 20
Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE. Candidates are required to apply through Standard Tests like CAT/GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE, scores valid as on the last date of application. The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in February 2024 (tentatively) at MDI Gurgaon.
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Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE. Candidates are required to apply through Standard Tests like CAT/GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE, scores valid as on the last date of application. The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in February 2024 (tentatively) at MDI Gurgaon.
Note: For full-time two-year PGP alumni from MDI, IIMs, XLRI & FMS standard test scores may be waived off.
Eligibility Criteria
• A master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division) or equivalent grade point average recognized by AICTE /AIU with a Bachelor’s degree / equivalent qualification after com-pleting higher secondary schooling (10+2).
• Five year integrated Master’s Degree Programme in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division), obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2).
• A minimum of 50% marks in 10th, 12th, and Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent CGPA along with Master’s degree with 60% (with first division).
For FPM (Non-Residential), minimum age of 35 years and a minimum of 10 years of managerial work experience, preferable at senior-level, is required as on last date of application.
For FPM (Residential), those appearing for their final examinations in the respective disciplines can also apply. Candidates have to complete the requirement for the course before June 30, 2024 and produce original certificate /marksheets by September 30, 2024 failing which they may be asked to withdraw from the programme. The maximum age limit to apply for the FPM Residential Programme is 50 Years.
Candidates with gender diversity, PWD (person with a disability), EWS (Economically weaker section), or rural-urban diversity are encouraged to apply for the FPM programme.
Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE. Candidates are required to apply through Standard Tests like CAT/GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE, scores valid as on the last date of application. The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in February 2024 (tentatively) at MDI Gurgaon.
Note: For full-time two-year PGP alumni from MDI, IIMs, XLRI & FMS standard test scores may be waived off.
Fellow Programme in Management
The Fellow Programme in Management (non-residential) is designed to cater to the scholarly needs of working business executives. It prepare executives for careers in management teaching and research, as well as in management practice, consulting and development. Therefore, executives aspiring for the FPM (non-residential) Programme should be willing to devote time and energy that the Programme requires. Classes will normally be held during weekends or in the evening. The course work in first year will be completed in three terms, which are equivalent to approximately nine months.
MDI’s Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education, Government of India and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to a PhD degree of an Indian University. The Fellow Programme in Management encourages rigorous interdisciplinary re-search in contemporary areas of management.
Since its inception in 1999, MDI’s Fellow Programme has been growing steadily, both in numbers, as well as its contribution to the reservoir of knowledge. Seminars, presentations, discussion forums and informal knowledge-sharing sessions throughout the year keep research scholars intellectually stimulated with peers and faculty. MDI’s Fellow Programme encourages research in current and contemporary areas of interest in management. The primary purpose of our Fellow Programme is to develop scholars who will stretch the boundaries of management thought and will also impact contemporary management practices in real time.
The FPM Scholars at MDI have access to a state-of-the-art library, which has a large and diverse collection of books and journals. In addition, MDI subscribes to prominent online journals databases such as ABI/INFORM (ProQuest), Business Source Complete (EBSCO), Elsevier’s Energy Collection, Elsevier’s Business & Man-agement Journals Collection, IGI Online Journals Collection, JSTOR, Emerald Insight, ProQuest’s Disserta-tions & Theses database, Psych ARTICLES (APA), and SAGE Humanities & Social Science Collection.
Admission process for MDI FPM programme is as below:
- Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE and apply through these tests. However, for full-time two-year PGP alumni from MDI, IIMs, XLRI & FMS standard test scores may be waived off.
- The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in at MDI Gurgaon
- Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made
The Fellow Programme in Management has to be completed within 4 years after the registration, which may be extended up to 7 years maximum (seven years) depending on the merit of the case and favorable review of work progress by the FPM Committee. The FPM Programme consists of two phases. The first phase of the Programme involves course work, followed by a Comprehensive Research Evaluation. The second phase requires scholars to work on their thesis, which involves the preparation of a thesis proposal, writing of the thesis, a final Viva Voce, an examination based on the thesis.
The student is required to take First Year courses of the Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). These courses are approximately of three months duration. Only after completion of PGDM level course work, can the student start with FPM level course work. Scholars who already hold an MBA degree are exempted from this course work requirement. Fellow-level courses consititute three levels General Core Courses, Area Core Courses and Elective Courses.
Applicants have to apply online by visiting the MDI Gurgaon website. They can click on the programme they wish to apply for and follow the instructions given on the website. Candidates have to make an online payment of Rs. 3000/- (Rupees Three Thousand Only) inclusive of 18% GST using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking.
Eligibility Criteria for MDI FPM (Non Residential) admission are as below:
- A master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division) or equivalent grade point average recognized by AICTE /AIU with a Bachelor’s degree / equivalent qualification after com-pleting higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or Five year integrated Master’s Degree Programme in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division), obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or
- A minimum of 50% marks in 10th, 12th, and Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent CGPA along with Master’s degree with 60% (with first division).
- Candidates with gender diversity, PWD (person with a disability), EWS (Economically weaker section), or rural-urban diversity are encouraged to apply for the FPM programme.
- For FPM (Non-Residential), minimum age of 35 years and a minimum of 10 years of managerial work experience, preferable at senior-level, is required as on last date of application.
Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made for MDI FPM programme.
Doctoral Programme in Management
IIFT offers 3 years full time Ph.D. Programme in Management. The programme covers Doctoral research in a variety of business related areas leading to the award of Ph.D degree. The programme is targeted at research scholars, members of teaching faculty in universities and institutes of higher learning, professionals from private, public and government sectors. The main objectives of the Ph.D. Programme are to facilitate pursuing higher studies and advanced research in International Business; to encourage and doing research on contemporary issues in the field of International Business; to encourage publication of research papers in academic journals, occasional papers, monographs, books and other publications.
One of the primary purposes of doctoral studies is to encourage in-depth analysis and enrich knowledge in the chosen field. This includes the ability to apply independently methodologies of scientific research as well as to create new scientific knowledge. Further, the candidate should demonstrate an ability to analyze critically research results and to understand their importance in the relevant context. Skills to present and to effectively communicate research results are needed in order to succeed in postgraduate studies. Thus, it is important to assume an adequate knowledge and understanding of the problems, research methodologies, historical developments, theory formulation and societal importance of the scientific disciplines which are related to the candidates own research field. IIFT has two campuses viz, New Delhi and Kolkata. Selected candidates can attend the course work classes from Delhi as well as Kolkata (via video conferencing)
There is no Programme fee for Indian Full Time Ph.D. Scholars. They are offered scholarships and financial assistance. An amount of 37,000/- P.M. + HRA for first two years and 42,000/- P.M. + HRA for remaining three years will be offered by the Institute. For continuation of scholarship in the second phase, performance evaluation will be done on half-yearly basis. The amount is subject to revision by the Institute.
Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released
Ph.D. Programme shall be for a minimum duration of three (3) years, including course work (two semesters), from the date of admission to the Ph.D. Programme. The broad areas in which the Institute offers admission to Ph.D. Programme (Management) are Finance, OB & HR, Strategy, Global Trade Operations and Logistics, IT Application Management, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management.
During the first year, selected scholars need to complete the coursework at the Institute covering two semesters. On successful completion of the coursework including the Seminar Paper and approval of the proposed research topic (Synopsis Confirmation), a confirmation certificate will be issued along with the name of the Ph.D. Supervisor. A three- member Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) will be set up for each scholar for his/her doctoral research. The scholar has to present his/ her research progress to the DAC on a regular basis. Selected scholars are required to mandatorily attend course work at IIFT during the first year of the Programme. The total course work is of 18 credit hours (1 credit hour = 10 hours) including 3 credit hours of seminar paper. The course work is divided over two semesters and will be held on weekends. Course Structure is subject to revision by the Institute’s Academic Council from time to time. In addition to the coursework, the Full Time Ph.D. Scholars at the Institute are trained in various teaching, research, and other academic activities (e.g., offering tutorials, case presentations), helping faculty in teaching and evaluations. Ph.D. students are offered scholarship by the Institute and those with JRF, are required to be involved in teaching, research, and evaluation work.
- Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
The eligibility criteria for applying to IIFT’s Ph.D. Programme (Management) are the following:
- Candidates who have completed Master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/ 4- semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent are eligible; A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade; or, the candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade are eligible
- Minimum knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
- Only the candidates pursuing full time PhD are eligible for hostel accommodation
- Candidates who are in the final year of the above mentioned degree programme are also eligible to apply
- There is no age limit to apply
Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released
Doctoral Programme in Management
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IIFT offers 6 years part time Ph.D. Programme in Management. The duration can be extended upto 8 years in case of satisfactory performance of the scholars. The programme covers Doctoral research in a variety of business related areas leading to the award of Ph.D degree. The programme is targeted at research scholars, members of teaching faculty in universities and institutes of higher learning, professionals from private, public and government sectors. The main objectives of the Ph.D. Programme are to facilitate pursuing higher studies and advanced research in International Business; to encourage and doing research on contemporary issues in the field of International Business; to encourage publication of research papers in academic journals, occasional papers, monographs, books and other publications.
One of the primary purposes of doctoral studies is to encourage in-depth analysis and enrich knowledge in the chosen field. This includes the ability to apply independently methodologies of scientific research as well as to create new scientific knowledge. Further, the candidate should demonstrate an ability to analyze critically research results and to understand their importance in the relevant context. Skills to present and to effectively communicate research results are needed in order to succeed in postgraduate studies. Thus, it is important to assume an adequate knowledge and understanding of the problems, research methodologies, historical developments, theory formulation and societal importance of the scientific disciplines which are related to the candidates own research field. IIFT has two campuses viz, New Delhi and Kolkata. Selected candidates can attend the course work classes from Delhi as well as Kolkata (via video conferencing)
Please mention a Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
- Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released.
The part timePh.D. Programme shall be for a duration of six years, including course work (two semesters), from the date of admission to the Ph.D. Programme. The duration can be extended to 8 years. The broad areas in which the Institute offers admission to Ph.D. Programme (Management) are Finance, OB & HR, Strategy, Global Trade Operations and Logistics, IT Application Management, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management.
During the first year, selected scholars need to complete the coursework at the Institute covering two semesters. On successful completion of the coursework including the Seminar Paper and approval of the proposed research topic (Synopsis Confirmation), a confirmation certificate will be issued along with the name of the Ph.D. Supervisor. A three- member Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) will be set up for each scholar for his/her doctoral research. The scholar has to present his/ her research progress to the DAC on a regular basis. Selected scholars are required to mandatorily attend course work at IIFT during the first year of the Programme. The total course work is of 18 credit hours (1 credit hour = 10 hours) including 3 credit hours of seminar paper. The course work is divided over two semesters and will be held on weekends. Course Structure is subject to revision by the Institute’s Academic Council from time to time. In addition to the coursework, the Full Time Ph.D. Scholars at the Institute are trained in various teaching, research, and other academic activities (e.g., offering tutorials, case presentations), helping faculty in teaching and evaluations. Ph.D. students are offered scholarship by the Institute and those with JRF, are required to be involved in teaching, research, and evaluation work.
- Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
The eligibility criteria for applying to IIFT’s Ph.D. Programme (Management) are the following:
- Candidates who have completed Master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/ 4- semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent are eligible; A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade; or, the candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade are eligible
- Minimum knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
- Only the candidates pursuing full time PhD are eligible for hostel accommodation
- Candidates who are in the final year of the above mentioned degree programme are also eligible to apply
- There is no age limit to apply
Please mention a Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
- Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released.
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
Doctoral Programme in Management
The Doctoral Programme at IIM Indore is a unique doctoral programme in management. It is designed to provide both breadth and depth of knowledge to doctoral participants in management. The programme has two-fold objective of enabling the participants to master the relevant methodological tools of management research on one hand, and the advancement of the current body of management knowledge on the other. The DPM track offers prospects of a career within academia or in (research) positions outside the academia world. Programme’s rigorous curriculum provides ample training for an academic career and gives participants the opportunity to make an indelible mark on the research activity in their respective field. The programme offers specialization in various areas of management. Candidate can choose one specialization out of them.
All DPM students are fully funded during the course of their study upto four years. DPM Learning goals include enabling the participants to understand the foundations of management, management research and relevant research methodologies; Enabling participants to create a perspective on existing body of management thought and contribute to it, To develop researchers with high ethical standards in research work, To understand the need and significance of various pedagogical tools used in management education and to be an effective communicator.
Candidates seeking admissions to the Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) of IIM Indore should submit their application online between the period end-November to mid-February and pay Rs.1000 towards application fee.
The candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) on the based information provided in the application form. The selection process is as follows:
Stage 1: The candidates satisfying the academic eligibility criteria as mentioned above should submit their application online.
Stage 2: Based on the applications received, candidates satisfying Academic eligibility criteria and acceptable standard test the shortlisting will be done by the respective Areas and candidates will be called for Personal Interview (PI), to be conducted at IIM Indore during March / April
Stage 3: IIM Indore also expects a consistent and minimum performance in the different parameters of Personal Interview (PI), which will be decided by Admissions Committee. Candidates not meeting the minimum performance in any of PI parameters will not be considered for the next stage of the selection process i.e. Stage-4.
Stage 4: Final selection will be based on the requirements of the academic area to which the candidate has applied and an area-wise offer list will be prepared.
Only the candidates satisfying the requirements mentioned in earlier stages will be considered for the final selection. Category-wise and Academic Area-wise merit list will be generated based on the performance in the Personal Interviews and the provisional admission offers will be made.
All matters pertaining to admission into the DPM at IIM Indore is governed by the decisions taken by the Admissions Committee.
IIM Indore DPM programme follows rigorous curriculum with award of course wise credits for each course. On completion of the course work, the participants take the area comprehensive examination (ACE). The area comprehensive examination tests whether the participant has obtained a satisfactory level of knowledge in his/her field of specialization and whether he/she has satisfactorily integrated the various courses taken in the area.
After passing the comprehensive examination, the participant enters the thesis stage. Each participant will be advised by a Thesis Advisory Committee (comprising 3 or 4 faculty members). The participant first develops a thesis proposal, for which he/she identifies a thesis topic. The Thesis Advisory Committee [TAC] of the participant arranges a public seminar on the thesis proposal for the IIM Indore academic community. After approval of the thesis proposal the participant works closely with the TAC on his/her thesis. On completion of the thesis research, the participant gives a public seminar, submits the thesis and defends the same.
Candidates seeking admissions to the Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) of IIM Indore should submit their application online between the period end-November to mid-February, and pay the online non‐refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 1000/- (Rupees one thousand only) + GST extra for General, NC-OBC and EWS category and Rs. 500/-(Rupees five hundred only) + GST extra for SC, ST, and PWD category.
Candidates belonging to NC‐OBC, SC, ST, EWS and PWD categories need to produce a valid certificate(s) in support of their reservation category. No change in the category will be entertained after submitting the application.
- A Candidates applying for IIM Indore DPM Admission must have Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade; or Postgraduate Diploma (2 years) with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent; or Professional qualifications CA, ICWA, CS with at least 50% marks; or 5 year
- integrated Master’s degree program in any discipline, with at least 60% marks or equivalent; or First Class/ equivalent Bachelor’s degree year/8 semesters).
- A minimum 60% marks in Secondary (Class X) and Senior Secondary (Class XII) is required.
- 5% Marks relaxation is given to SC, ST and PwD candidates
- Candidates who are in the final year of their qualifying programmes can also apply.
- The candidates who have applied on the basis of their bachelor’s or master’s
- degree will have to meet the eligibility criteria
- The equivalence of the foreign degree needs to be certified by the Association of
- Indian Universities.
- The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate
- must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing higher
- secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
- Acceptable Standard Test Scores are CAT, GRE, GMAT of last 5 years and JRF of last 3 years.
Currently the DPM students at IIM Indore are provided the fellowship grant/stipend of Rs.40,000/- (Rupees Forty Thousand only) per month during their course work (Term-I, II III, IV and V) and Rs. 45,000/- (Rupees Forty-Five Thousand only) per month after clearing the area comprehensive examination as per norms. The maximum duration for which they can get stipend would be 57 months (4 years and 9 months).
A Research Development Grant of Rs. 37,500/- per annum for 4 years is also provided to DPM students for supporting the research efforts and is subject to the norms of the programme. The Institute subsidizes expenses for presenting papers in National Conference subject to a ceiling of Rs. 30,000/- per year with a provision that from second year onwards for attending n number of conference per year but subject to a cap for Rs.30,000/- per year. For International Conferences, the Institute subsidizes expenses subject to a ceiling of Rs. 2 lakhs with a provision of attending a maximum of two International Conferences plus International Doctoral Colloquium or International Professional Development Workshop during the entire period of the programme but not beyond five years
The DPM participant is entitled for free boarding and lodging on campus. Since the DPM is a full-time residential programme, bachelor accommodation is provided to all the participants in the Institute’s hostel on campus. Limited accommodation for married participants may be available on the campus on payment basis (subject to availability and other applicable rules of HS&A).
REGULAR PH.D. PROGRAMME
https://iimmumbai.ac.in/regular-phd-programme-program-details
IIM Mumbai admits Ph.D. Scholars with financial assistance. The programme encompasses various facets of contemporary Industrial, Business, and Social Issues in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Analytics and Data Science, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management, Marketing, Finance, Economics & Strategy, and Sustainability Management.
The programme admits regular candidates from Academic Institutions, Universities, Government, industry, and other organizations. IIM, Mumbai invites individuals with strong academic foundation and zeal to pursue cutting-edge research.
Application should be submitted online at IIM Mumbai admission portal for PhD programme
- On submission of application, admission process includes Personal Interview
- On the basis of profile, work experience and research capability ad interest, final selection will made
- The PhD programme does not require fee. Instead the selected candidates will be offered grants, stipend and scholarships to purse the programme
The Ph.D. curriculum is spread across 39 credits including Ph.D. Core courses, stream specific courses, PGP Courses and Seminar presentations. The syllabus of each course is available in the Academic section.
The proposed Ph.D. course structure provides an opportunity for the Scholars to have the breadth of knowledge and flexibility in choosing their courses aligned to the interest of the research.
If the desired progress is not made by the Scholar as per the above timelines, it may lead to the cancellation of his/her admission. The final decision on the removal of a Ph.D. Scholar from the programme or for time extension will be taken by the Director as Chairman, Academic Council.
Submit the application online at IIM Mumbai admission portal for regular PhD programme
https://iimmumbai.ac.in/regular-phd-programme-eligibility-criteria
Eligibility criteria for admission to IIM Mumbai PhD programme include:
A master’s degree or Two-year Post Graduate Diploma (obtained after completing a bachelor's degree with 55% marks or equivalent) or a 5-year Integrated master’s degree (obtained after completing higher secondary school in the 10+2 pattern) in any field with 55% marks or equivalent.
(OR), Professional qualification - CA, CS, CMA (with a minimum of 50% marks) in addition to a bachelor's degree (with at least 55% marks).
(OR), A four-year / eight-semester bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 6.5/10 or comparable grades.
Candidates in their last year of a Master's/ bachelor’s programme that would qualify them to apply may also apply.
Please note that those candidates who have applied based on their master's degree will have to meet the 55% marks stipulation, and those who have applied based on their bachelor's degree will have to meet the 6.5 CGPA (or equivalent) marks stipulation. Non-fulfillment of these conditions will automatically result in the cancellation of the provisional admission.
Reservation: A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) as per GoI rules.
- On submission of application, admission process includes Personal Interview
- On the basis of profile, work experience and research capability ad interest, final selection will made
- The PhD programme does not require fee. Instead the selected candidates will be offered grants, stipend and scholarships to purse the programme