Fellow Programme
in Management
Fellow
Programme In
Management
(FPM)
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.
FPM HIGHLIGHTS
01
Develop academic and research acumen in the specialized field of study
02
Offers an experience to learn, and teach, business management
03
Conceptualize, design, develop, and publish scholarly work with reputed Journals in Management
04
Strong Supervisory Team with complimentary advisory strengths
05
Opportunities to learn and collaborate with experts in the chosen field of study
06
Stirring global perspective for strengthening research
07
Equip candidates to embrace career opportunities in academia and industry
08
Scholarships available for three years
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Students/Professionals who want to pursue a career in advanced research and academics (including teaching)
Is possessing high scholastic ability, aptitude for research and analytical skills
Is intellectually curious and passionate about Academia and Research
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
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
01
Knowledge Proficiency
Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in chosen area of specialization
02
Analytical, Methodological and Ethical Rigor
Demonstrate an ability to undertake independent, original and responsible research by mastering the analytical and methodological skills required.
03
Teaching Efficiency
Demonstrate ability to effectively teach graduate level courses.
04
Reflection of Scholarly Practice
Demonstrate capacity to produce research papers that are publishable in high quality, peer-reviewed academic journals
05
Personal Effectiveness
Apply self-awareness and reflection to engage in dialogue (intra-personal and inter-personal) that informs their personal development during the program
“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
MODULES OVERVIEW
There are 3 modules of 4 months each during the first 12 months of the program. For the August 2025 intake, these are indicatively planned to be held in September- December 2025; January to May 2026; June to August 2026. 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
Overview of Business Research Methods
Qualitative Methods-Tools and Process
Quantitative Methods-Tools and Process
Area Specific Courses* (Management courses- 3)
Personal development II & III
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
SCHOLARS’ HIGHLIGHTS:
RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS
Sachin Kumar Raut
Area of Study: Cultural Intelligence
Paper Title: Knowledge management and career readiness: a review and synthesis
Journal: Journal of Knowledge Management
Publisher: Emerald
Journal Category: ABDC A
Shubhangi Verma
Area of Study: Emotional Finance
Paper Title: Emotions and stock market anomalies: a systematic review
Journal: Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance
Publisher: Elsevier
Journal Category: ABDC A
Prashant Pandey
Area of Study: Marketing & Metaverse
Paper Title: Unveiling the transformative power of augmented reality in retail: a systematic literature analysis
Journal: Journal of Strategy and Management
Publisher: Emerald
Journal Category: ABDC C
Radhika Narula
Area of Study: ESG and Sustainability
Paper Title: ESG scores and firm performance– evidence from emerging market
Journal: International Review of Economics & Finance
Publisher: Elsevier
Journal Category: ABDC A