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FIIB offers a 3-year Doctoral Programme approved by AICTE in full-time Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) and Executive Fellow Programme in Management (EFPM) modes. The Programmes are designed to cater to the research and academic needs of innovative, dynamic and focused individuals who aspire to advance their career in teaching, research or the corporate sector with an advanced research degree in management.

Unique Advantages

FIIB offers a unique research experience to the scholars through a combination of well-crafted coursework and a sound research ecosystem. The other unique advantages of pursuing a doctoral programme at FIIB offer are:

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International Exposure: Through workshops, seminars and conferences scholars get an opportunity to meet eminent scholars, editors and researchers from across the world. Exemplary scholars can also get a chance to collaborate with some of them.
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Publication Opportunity: FIIB Business Review (FBR), the in-house journal of management published with Sage Publication is a fast-growing management research journal that publishes research and practice-based articles of contemporary relevance. The journal is indexed with Scopus, Web of Science, ABS among many others.

Learning Goals

The Learning Outcomes of the Programme are geared toward the overarching goal of FIIB to provide experiential learning to the scholars, along with enhancing their research skills. After pursuing this Programme, the scholars will be able to:

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Synthesize the existing comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical understanding of the different disciplines in management research.
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Apply sound theory and rigorous research to real and complex issues in business and management
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Implement the principles underpinning interdisciplinary research in management and conduct research collaboratively and independently.
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Demonstrate Research and Academic expertise through consulting projects and publications.
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Develop enhanced self-awareness and critical self-reflection, as well as a commitment for continuous learning and relevant personal development.
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Enhance performance in pursuit of a career in management academia, consultancy or as a practicing manager.

Specialization

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Finance Management
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Marketing Management
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Operations Management
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Human Resource Management
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General Management/Strategy/Economics/Inter-disciplinary

Doctoral Advisory Committee

FIIB's Doctoral Programme is guided by a team of experts with vast research and academic experience in their own field. The scholars will get a chance to interact and learn from these renowned academics during the various course activities, workshops, and seminars that will be organized during the course of the Programme. Know more

Scholar Profile

The FPM & EFPM Scholars are a mixed batch of cohorts with rich industry and academic experience along with young minds. This blend of youth and experience, industry and academia creates a unique environment in which learning takes place. Know more

Admission

FIIB invites applications to its three year Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) and Executive Fellow Programme in Management approved by AICTE

1. Academic Qualifications
2. Admission Eligibility Test
3. Interview and Proposal Discussion
4. Final Admission and Registration

Candidates aiming for FPM at FIIB must have one of the following academic qualification(s):

A Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent in the allied discipline (Business Economics, Economics, Tourism Management, and Commerce) with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point from an institution/university recognized by AICTE.

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Five-year integrated Masters' degree in Business Administration, tourism management, business economics, commerce or other allied domain related to business and management with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point from an institution/university recognized by AICTE.

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A graduate degree with professional qualifications like CA, CS, ICWA.

The candidates who possess any of the above qualifications should have cleared one of the following tests: JRF/NET by UGC or CSIR: The candidates should have NET/JRF (qualified and valid) in the business management or allied disciplines (business economics, economics, tourism management, hotel management and Commerce) related to the academic degrees discussed in academic qualification.

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CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA: qualified should not be taken earlier than two years from the date of admission).

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Research Aptitude Test (RAT) FIIB will be conducting the online Research Aptitude Test (RAT) to assess the research aptitude of the candidate before going into the programme. It will consist of four sections namely: Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Data & Numerical Sufficiency, English Language Comprehension, and Research & Teaching Aptitude. The exam will be of 1.5 hours. Download sample RAT paper

Candidates are required to submit a research proposal in the area they are interested to specialize in their FPM. A discussion on the submitted proposal will take place in front of the Doctoral Committee of FIIB. A pre-doctoral workshop on 'Writing a research proposal: Final frontier to becoming a Doctoral Candidate' will be organized for candidates to familiarize them with research writing and proposal drafting.

Selected candidates are required to register for admission within 15 days of the admission offer. In case of failure, the seat will be allocated to the next candidate on the waiting list.

Note: For EFPM One year of experience is mandatory

Admission Calendar

Task	Date
Workshop 1: Dreaming Doctorate: Stepping into the field of Research	4th December 2021
Workshop 2: Choosing a career in Research and Academia	11th December 2021
Workshop 3: Practicing – Academics: Transition from Industry to Academia and Research.	18th December 2021
Last Date of Application	10th January 2022
Date of Research Aptitude Test	15th January 2022
Workshop 4: Writing a research proposal: Final frontier to becoming a Doctoral Candidate	22nd January 2022
Interview	28-29th January 2022
Declaration of Results	1th February 2022
Last Date of Registration	14th February 2022
Orientation	19th February 2022
Class begins on	29th February 2022

Doctoral

Colloquium

Fortune Institute of International Business (FIIB), New Delhi, India is going to organize the first Doctoral Colloquium on Management Studies (DCMS). The Doctoral Colloquium aims to bring together scholars from diverse disciplines and institutes of reputation across the world. This event provides an opportunity for doctoral Scholars to present their research proposals and gain valuable inputs. The colloquium aims to create an environment for exchange of thoughts and ideas among peers to enhance their proposals into publication in the future. Know more

FAQS

Why should I pursue a research degree?

A Doctoral degree allows for greater mastery over a subject not just in terms of learning but also knowledge creation. There is a growing need for research skills everywhere. It's both about attitude and skill.

Should I go for FPM or PhD?

FPM and PhD are different only in terms of nomenclature, but not in rigour or the opportunity they present. While PhD is awarded by Universities, autonomous colleges offer FPM which is equivalent to PhD if the institute is recognized by AIU (FIIB is recognized by AIU). A doctorate degree is known worldwide by many names like FPM, DBA, etc.

Should I opt for a Full-time or part-time course?

Both full-time and part-time are equally rigorous, with their own sets of advantages and have their unique set of challenges. A full-time scholar, unlike popular myth, works as hard as part-time scholars engaging in institutional activities. Whatever one chooses, there has to be consistency, commitment, calm, communication and creativity in the performance throughout the course of the programme. FIIB offers both full time (FPM) and part time (EFPM).

Is there a stipend or scholarship available?

The Doctoral Programme at FIIB offers a stipend of Rs 25,000/month for the first two years and Rs 28,000 for the 3rd year to scholars who pursue a full-time Programme (FPM).