FELLOW PROGRAMME IN MANAGEMENT (FPM)

DOCTORAL PROGRAMME OF INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AHMEDABAD DOCTORAL PROGRAMME OF INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AHMEDABAD FELLOW PROGRAMME IN MANAGEMENT (FPM) FPM, the Doctoral Programme of IIMA provides necessary skills to identify and research complex issues in the field of management.The Institute provides an excellent environment for carrying out advanced research, and aims to develop highly committed researchers trained i the most recent methodology, and producing original research work. FPM is recognized as equivalent PhD by Government of India. Agriculture, Business Policy, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Information Systems, Marketing, Organizational Behaviour, Personnel and Industrial Relations, Production and Quantitative Methods, Public Systems The Programme aims to admit individuals, in the above areas of specialization, with exceptional academic background, strong motivation and discipline, and a potential to become excellent researchers at international level. Applicants are evaluated on their past academic achievements, motivation and preparation for the programme, letters of recommendation, scores on standard tests, and a personal interview with the faculty. ELIGIBILITY : Master’s degree in any discipline, CA,ICWA,CS,with a minimum of 55 percent marks, or Bachelor of Engineering with a minimum of 60 percent marks. Those appearing for their final examinations in the respective disciplines can also apply. FELLOWSHIPS : The fellowship covers all academic expenses (consisting of tuition, computer, library, medical insurance, placement and alumni fees) and living expenses, including boarding and lodging. In addition, students will be entitled to out-ot-pocket allowance ranging between Rs.70,000 p.a. to Rs.84,000 p.a. A contingency grant is also provided annually. HOW TO APPLY : Interested candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test(CAT) for IIMs, or through GMAT/GRE/GATE/UGC JRF (research) for some of the specific categories. Consult