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Structured
for Success &
Designed To
Nurture High
Achievement

The Programme offers an extensive and exemplary blend of learning, teaching, and conducting scientific research. It aims to build a community of strong academicians, researchers, and management leaders. Scholars will acquire knowledge and research proficiency in the chosen field of business management and learn through experience to design and execute a major piece of original scholarly work. It offers a training ground for a stimulating and fulfilling career breeding rigorous, pertinent research that impacts practice.

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FPM HIGHLIGHTS

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Develop academic and research acumen in the specialized field of study

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Offers an experience to learn, and teach, business management

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Conceptualize, design, develop, and publish scholarly work with reputed Journals in Management

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Strong Supervisory Team with complimentary advisory strengths

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Opportunities to learn and collaborate with experts in the chosen field of study

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Stirring global perspective for strengthening research

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Equip candidates to embrace career opportunities in academia and industry

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Scholarships available for three years

IDEAL CANDIDATE

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Students/Professionals who want to pursue a career in advanced research and academics (including teaching)

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Is possessing high scholastic ability, aptitude for research and analytical skills

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Is intellectually curious and passionate about Academia and Research

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Is motivated to meet the demands and rigor of the program

WHAT IS THE PROGRAM ABOUT

Aim

Strengthening theory and thereby preparing scholars for their future pursuit in academia and research

For

Individuals who aspire to advance their career in teaching, research, or corporate sector with an advanced research degree in management

For transition to academia; or for academicians looking for part-time doctoral programmes.

Duration

3-year (full-time)

Expected commitment to institutional activities is about 10 hours per week

12 months of mandatory coursework

Research Focus

Informed by a “Real-world” business problem.

Appreciation for the production of Intellectual Contributions

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“My supervisory team's guidance, expertise, and personalized approach helped me overcome
complex challenges and achieve academic milestones. The financial support I received as a
scholar helped me fulfill my doctoral aspirations.”

-Shubhangi Verma, FPM Batch 2020-23

Program Structure- At a Glance

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MODULES OVERVIEW

There are 3 modules of 4 months each during the first 12 months of the program. For the August 2024 intake, these are indicatively planned to be held in September- December 2024; January to May 2025; June to August 2025. These modules will cover the entire coursework for the program.

MODULE 1

Building Foundation of
Research

Introduction to Business
Research

Literature Review-
Fundamentals to Advanced

Introduction to Philosophy
and Methodology

Personal Development I

MODULE 2

Instituting Research and
Domain Competencies

Add Personal development II & III

Overview of Business
Research Methods

Qualitative Methods-Tools
and Process

Quantitative Methods-Tools
and Process

Area Specific Courses*
(Management courses- 3)

MODULE 3

Experiential Learning and
Applications

Choice based workshop &
Seminars*

Personality Development IV

*CHOICE-BASED WORKSHOPS
& SEMINARS

Advanced Quantitative Techniques-SEM & PLS; Experimental
Design; Econometrics

Advanced Qualitative Techniques-Action Research; Ethnography;
Netnography; Text Analysis; Sentiment Analysis

Workshop on Case study development

Workshop on Research Paper Writing

Workshop on Proposal Writing

Workshop on Thesis Writing

Workshop on Research Ethics and Academic Integrity

Apart from Optional Workshops, there is also a list
of catalog courses that scholars can choose as per
their interest

LIST OF CATALOGUE
COURSES

Preparing for Interviews

Publications Clinic

Teaching Pedagogy- Contemporary and

Innovative Approaches

Instrument/Scale Development

Reviewing Thesis/Papers

Reference Management

Developing Consultancy Projects

FEES & FINANCING

FPM

YEAR 1YEAR 2YEAR 3
INR 50,000INR 50,000INR 50,000

FINANCIAL SUPPORT:

In the first year, scholars will receive Rs. 40,000 per month, followed by Rs. 45,000 per month in the second year, and an impressive stipend of Rs. 50,000 per month in the third year!

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Engineering and Technology/ Management/ Economics/Social Science/ Biological Science/ Pure Science/ Commerce/ Humanities with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point from an institution/ university recognized by AICTE.
Or
Five-year integrated Master’s degree in Business Administration, tourism management, business economics, commerce or allied domains related to business and management with at least 60% marks or an equivalent grade point from an institution/university recognized by AICTE.
Or
A graduate degree with professional qualification like CA, CS, ICWA. Or A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade point average. Those in the final year of their engineering degree may also apply

APTITUDE EXAM

JRF/NET by UGC or CSIR*
Or
CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA*
Or
Research Aptitude Test (RAT) conducted by FIIB**

* Should not be taken earlier than two years from the date of admission

** Please contact at [email protected] for the next available FIIB RAT date

HOW TO APPLY

A COMPLETED APPLICATION COMPRISES THE FOLLOWING:

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Application Form

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A 3000-Word
Research Proposal

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Research Aptitude
Test Score

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Academic CV

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Academic Statement
of Purpose Interview

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Personal
Interview

Join a Research Community shaping the future of business!

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