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MUMBAI

ADMISSION
PROSPECTUS
2024
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IIM Mumbai Message Message Offered

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Duration
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Curriculum
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Admissions
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 About IIM Mumbai

"Creating Transformative Leaders,

Driving Change"

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Rank-7 Education
AACSB.
Alliance OURVISION
NIRF India Rankings 2023 : Management

Ranked 7th among all Management Institutes in Spearheading Management Education for
the country by National Institutional Ranking Creating Transformative Leaders for Making
Framework (NIRF) of Ministry of Education for the Positive Social Impact.
year 2023, IIM Mumbai, formerly NITIE Mumbai has
over the years, earned a distinguished reputation OUR MISSION
as a catalyst in the transformation of the nation's
finestminds into exceptional business leaders. Impart transformative management
education to foster tomorrow's global
Located at the Financial Capital of India, IIM Mumbai leaders through innovative pedagogy,
provides an excellent platform for students who
research-driven insights, and strategic
aspire to be tomorrow's leaders. Besides training, IIM
Mumbai conducts applied research and undertakes
industry partnerships to catalyze a positive
various public and private sector special projects global impact
as sponsored research. Recognized as one of the
15 centers of excellence by Ministry of Education, CORE VALUES
IIM Mumbai has established Centre of Excellence
in Ergonomics and Human Factor Engineering I - Integrating Technology
(CEEHFE) as a part of the Government of India's
Technology Mission-2020. N - Nurturing Ethical Integrity

Armed with excellent academic resources, backed S - Sustaining Environmental Sustainability

up by quality pedagogy, IIM Mumbai fosters in the
students the capacity for value-based leadership, p - Promoting Efficiency in Operations
the aptitude for innovative thinking & confident
decision-making, the ability to communicate 1 _ Igniting Progressive Innovation
effectively and helping them collaborate, thus
equipping them for a promising future. R _ Resilient Adaptability

The interactive classroom lessons coupled with E _ Embracing Worldwide Collaboration

practical learning experiences, provides the
appropriate platform for students to hone their O _ Diversity and Inclusion
business acumen to take up challenges posed by
the real world.
Ph.D. I IIM Mumbai I Admission Prospectus 02
 From the
Chairman's
Desk
As you stand at the threshold of the next phase in As a doctoral candidate at IIM Mumbai, you will
your academic journey, I extend a warm welcome to benefit from the wealth of knowledge and expertise
the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Mumbai, offered by our esteemed faculty members, who
where you can embark on a promising future in our are dedicated to teaching in all our academic
distinguished Ph.D. program. programs. Our comprehensive courses encompass
sector-specific insights, interpersonal skills
For six decades, our institution has been a beacon development, and holistic skill enhancement. These
of excellence, originally as NITIE and now as courses are regularly updated to stay in tune with
IIM Mumbai, and we are now celebrating our transformative developments and the escalating
Diamond Jubilee, marking a long and successful expectations of the global academic landscape.
journey in advancing knowledge, innovation, and
nation-bui Iding. However, our commitment to your academic journey
doesn't end there. We are deeply committed to
IIM Mumbai is dedicated to nurturing the shaping you into inclusive, resilient, and influential
aspirations, dreams, and exceptional talents of the scholars of the future.
brightest young minds from across the nation.
We are here to provide the support you need to The five years you spend here at IIM Mumbai will
achieve new heights of excellence and leadership. serve as a crucial period for you to hone your
Our accomplished alumni have consistently pushed business acumen, uncover your intellectual potential,
the boundaries of business and entrepreneurship, dare to dream big, and pave the way forward with
guiding leading organizations in India and around confidence and resilience.
the world towards remarkable success.
I extend my heartfelt wishes for your continued
In an ever-evolving and intricate academic success and a fulfilling academic journey.
landscape, we are committed to equipping you
with the skills to be agile, adaptable, and creative
thinkers. Our course curriculum is designed
to tackle real-world business challenges, and
Shri Shashi Kiran Shetty
we constantly adapt to stay ahead of global Chairman, BoG
trends. With a strong emphasis on academic and IIM Mumbai
research excellence, complemented by robust
industry partnerships, we deliver education that
empowers you to generate immediate value and
make a substantial impact within your respective
organizations.

03 Ph.D. I IIM Mumbai I Admission Prospectus

From the
Director's
Desk
Over the past six decades, IIM Mumbai has stood at Our Ph.D. program at IIM Mumbai is designed
the forefront of excellence in the realm of advanced to adapt to the evolving needs and dynamics of
research and education. We have consistently the research landscape. While we offer a strong
led the way as pioneers in producing exceptional foundation in advanced research methods, we
research scholars and advancing knowledge. Our recognize the importance of addressing critical
vision and mission at IIM Mumbai are dedicated areas such as ESG (Environmental, Social, and
to enhancing the research capabilities of Indian Governance) and climate change in the context of
academia to gain global recognition. The institute Indian academia. These areas provide a strategic
plays a pivotal role in fostering intellectual growth framework for navigating changing research
across diverse sectors of the Indian academic regulations, seizing research opportunities, and
landscape. ensuring long-term viability in a world increasingly
focused on social responsibility. Our track record
IIM Mumbai has been designated as a key hub of research excellence serves as a testament to the
for capacity building in advanced research and trust that the research community places in us.
doctoral studies, aligning with the vision of
fostering cutting-edge research laid out by the IIM Mumbai also aligns with the G-20 declaration
Ministry of Education (MoE). The institute's vision on One Earth, One Family, One Future. We are
and activities are meticulously aligned with the deeply committed to diversity and inclusion in all
current and future needs of the Indian research our research activities and have integrated these
community. We offer state-of-the-art research principles into our academic and campus life. We
facilities and cultivate an environment that extend our expertise to support the government
fosters creativity, shaping the core identity of our in realizing the vision of "Atmanirbhar Bharat" -
institution. a self-reliant India, thus empowering our nation.
Every year, aspiring scholars with the vision to
In today's world, technology and sustainability make substantial contributions to their fields join
are intricately connected to the advancement this prestigious institution, and they emerge as
of knowledge. Our doctoral candidates not catalysts of change, brimming with confidence and
only evolve into world-class researchers but ambitious research goals as they complete their
also emerge as responsible contributors to their academic journey. We extend a warm welcome to
academic disciplines. In an era where resilience and all prospective doctoral candidates to join us at our
adaptability are increasingly important in academia, campus and embark on a rewarding and enriching
scholars rely heavily on innovative research research experience.
techniques to make significant contributions to
their respective fields.
Dr. Manoj Kumar Tiwari
Director
IIM Mumbai

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 Milestones

-----------= 1963
Government of India and ILO establishes
National Institute for Training in Industrial

1969 ---= ------

Engineering

Executive Development Programmes (EDP) and

---------:: 1971
Management Development Programmes (MDP)
begin
PGDIE
NITIE joins Industrial Engineering movement
1984 ..........------
......... --- with its first Post Graduate programme

Fellow Programme
Launch of Fellow Programme (equivalent to
PhD degree) in different areas of Industrial
Engineering -----------= 1992
Name of the Institute changes to National
Institute of Industrial Engineering

1994=---------
PGDIM

-----------= 2001
The first management course begins with an
aim of imparting cross functional management
education
PGDSM
A very niche course to focus on environment
2013 ..........�--------- and sustainabiIity starts at the dawn of the new
century
NITIE celebrates Golden Jubilee

--------:: 2017
VLFM
Introduction of Post Graduate Program

2021-= ------ for Executives for Visionary Leadership for

Manufacturing (VLFM}, and Executive Program
jointly conducted with IIT Delh
DGMP
Introduction of General Management
Programme for Defence Officers (DGMP}, as an -----------= 2023
initiative with Ministry of Defence IIM Mumbai
NITIE celebrates Diamond Jubilee.
NITIE becomes 21st IIM in the country
Renamed to IIM Mumbai

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 Programmes Offered
Doctoral The Doctoral Programme is designed to nurture exceptional scholars who delve into
Programme the nuanced field of management from a perspective that goes beyond the obvious.
(Ph.D.) This program is dedicated to preparing individuals who will distinguish themselves in
their specific research areas by producing high-quality work that meets international
standards.
Five-Year, Full Time

The Programme admits professionally employed persons as Executive Ph.D. Scholars.

Executive Ph.D. The research work leading to doctoral degree may be carried out largely in the
Programme parent organization under the overall guidance provided by a faculty member of the
Institute.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,
Five-Year, Full Time
Finance, Economics & Strategy, and Sustainability Management.

Comprehensive one-year full-time residential executive diploma programme

Visionary Leadership conducted collaboratively by IIM Mumbai and IIT Delhi. Its primary aim is to
For Manufacturing prepare the rising leaders for mid and senior-level managerial roles. Graduates of
(PGPEx-VLFM) this program are expected to be catalysts of change, possessing the capacity to
drive strategic initiatives across various domains, including Operations and Supply
Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Business Excellence, and World-Class
One-Year, Full Time Manufacturing.

The design of the MBA programme is centered around arming students with the
Master of Business vital skills and competencies required to secure influential global leadership roles.
Administration (MBA) This program is founded on the belief that exceptional business leaders emerge from
immersive, hands-on, and accessible learning settings, rather than from standardized
approaches.

Two-Year, Full Time

Master of Business IIM Mumbai's flagship t wo-year programme, the MBA in Operations and Supply
Administration - Chain Management is tailored to meet the techno-managerial requirements of
Operations and Supply Indian industries. This programme prepares students to address issues related
Chain Management to efficiency and productivity across various business domains, including
(MBA-OSCM) Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Marketing, Finance, and
beyond.
Two-Year, Full Time

Master of Business The MBA in Sustainability Management prepares prospective managers with the
Administration - kno wledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of guiding businesses
Sustainability to ward Sustainable Development. This program imparts a comprehensive
Management understanding and expertise in various sustainability issues and safety challenges,
equipping students with the management tools to develop solutions for these
(MBA-SM)
pressing concerns.
Two-Year, Full Time

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 Programme Details

About the Ph.D. Programme

Indian Institute of Management, Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) offers a Ph.D. Level Programme
recognized by the Ministry of Education. The Programme was started in the year 1984. It is a
programme aimed at shaping individuals as competant professional for a career in academics,
research, business, and consulting. The alumni of our Programme are well placed in academics
and industry.

The Institute admits Ph.D. Scholars under the Regular Ph.D programme and Executive Ph.D.
Programme.

For Regular Ph.D. Programme admission will be based on the CAT/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF/GRE

exam test scores. This will be followed by written test, research presentation and personal
interview. Institute will conduct written test for screening of qualified candidates with valid test
scores of CAT/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF/GRE exam.

For Executive Ph.D. Programme admission will be based on written test, research presentation
and personal interview.

Projects/work experience/research publications in the area of research would be preferred at the

time of application.

A scholar works full-time for his/her Ph.D. Degree. He/she receives assistantship from the Institute
as per the latest Government guidelines.

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Programme Details

Areas of
Specialisation Prospective Candidates

The programme aims to admit individuals with sound

Analytics & Data Science academic backgrounds, strong motivation and potential
to become excellent researchers at the National and
International levels. A candidate can apply under the
following categories:
Finance,Economics & Strategy
Regular Ph.D. Candidates

A scholar in this category works full-time for his/her

Ph.D. He/she receives an Ph.D. from the Institute as
Marketing per the latest Ministry of Education guidelines. They
must record their daily attendance. They must not take
up any employment either full-time or part- time while
they are drawing fellowships from the Institute.
Operations & Supply Chain
Management Executive Ph.D. Candidates

A scholar in this category is a professionally employed

person who pursues the Ph.D. while continuing their
Organisational Behaviour service duties. The institute does not provide any
fellowship to such a scholar. The research work leading
&HRM to the degree may be carried out mainly in the parent
organization under the overall guidance provided by a
faculty member of the institute.

Sustainabi I ity
Management

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Programme Details

EXECUTIVE Ph.D.
PROGRAMME Eligibility Criteria - Executive Ph.D
Prospective Candidates A 1-year/2-semester Master's degree programme (Full Time)
with at least 65% marks in aggregate after a 4 year/8-semester
The Institute, admits professionally Bachelor's degree programme (Full Time) with at least 65%
employed persons as Executive marks or a 2-year/4-semester Master's degree programme
Ph.D. Scholars without any financial (Full Time) with at least 65% marks after a 3-year Bachelor's
assistance.The research work leading degree programme (Full Time) with at least 65% marks, or
to doctoral degree may be carried its equivalent grade wherever grading system is followed.
out largely in the parent organization Candidates applying based on Master's degree programme
under the overall guidance provided shouId have at least 2 years of professional experience after
by a faculty member of the Institute. master's degree.
(OR)
Applicants from any of the following A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester
sectors are invited to apply for the Bachelor's degree programme (Full Time) should have a
Executive Ph.D. minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade
on point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
Officer/ Executive level employees Candidates applying based on Bachelor's degree programme
of All India Services/ Central should have a minimum of 4 years of professional experience
Government (Ministry of Defence, after Bachelor's degree.
and all other Ministries and (OR)
Departments)/ State Governments A candidate with professional qualifications CA, ICWA, CS (with
/Public Sector Undertakings/ at least 60% aggregate marks) along with a B.Com/ Degree
Autonomous Bodies (with at least 60% aggregate marks). Candidates applying
or based on the mentioned degree should have at least 2 years
Individuals with rich Managerial of professional experience after completion of their professional
experience from reputed Private degree.
Organizations. Such Organizations
shall be listed in the premier Stock A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be
Exchanges and shall have an annual allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC(non-creamy
turnover of at least 200 crore rupees. layer)/Differently abled, Economically weaker sections (EWS)
as per GOI rules. GOI guidelines for reservation are followed
There would be no residential during admission.
requirements for such candidates.
However, the candidate has to spend The upper age limit is 45 years. For exceptionally brilliant
at least one week per semester at Executive Ph.D. candidates the age limit can be relaxed to
the institute, interacting with the 55 years. Candidates should preferably have demonstrated
supervisor(s). During this period, research potential through research papers in reputed
scholars may avail hostel facilities International Conferences/ Journals/ Patents/ Technology
if available on an actual payment transfer.
basis.
Candidates who meet the above requirements should look
Candidates should preferably have out for prospective faculty member(s) from IIM MUMBAI in the
demonstrated research potential area where he/she is interested to apply for his/her Doctoral
through research papers in reputed Programme. A research proposal approved by the prospective
International Conferences/ Journals/ Faculty Guide(s) shall be submitted by the candidate at the
Patents/ Technology transfer. time of the application.

Ph.D. I IIM Mumbai I Admission Prospectus 10

 Programme Details

Duration of the Programme

The duration of the Ph.D. Programme is as follows: Break or Unauthorised Absence
a) The Ph.D. Programme consists of the following Any break or unauthorized absence from the
stages: Course work, Area Comprehensive Exam, programme before registration will lead to
Registration cum Research Proposal seminar, Three the cancellation of admission. Any authorized
Credit Seminars, Synopsis Submission, Thesis break or leave of absence will not be counted
submission, and final viva voce examination. Since for the minimum period of 2 years stipulated for
financial assistance to Ph.D. Scholars is provided for submission of the thesis but will be counted in
5 years from the date of admission, it is expected that the maximum period of 5 years permissible for
the Scholar should plan out the research activities so submission of the thesis. Any authorized leave
as to complete the research and submit the Thesis of absence from the campus for data collection
during this period. or questionnaire survey will not be treated as a
break in the study. The financial assistance for
b) A Ph.D. Scholar may submit his/her Thesis only Ph.D. scholars in such cases will be governed by
after a minimum of 2 years from the date of registration. Government of India Rules and the final decision
The maximum time period allowed for the submission will be taken by the Director as Chairman,
of the Thesis is 5 years from the date of admission or 4 Academic Council.
years from the date of registration, whichever is earlier.

c) If a Ph.D. scholar fails to submit the Thesis within Requirements for Executive Ph.D.
the above upper time limit due to the reasons beyond Scholars
his/her control, he/she may apply for grant of extension
to the Faculty Guide/s. Based on the recommendation Scholars in the Executive Ph.D. programme must
of the faculty guide/s, Chair/Joint Chair, Ph.D. allocate adequate time for:
Programme will take it to PGP committee for approval
through Dean (Academics). • Regular interaction with their Guide(s) and
members of his/her research Thesis Advisory
d) In case of grant of extension, the Ph.D. scholar has Committee (TAC)
to pay the re-registration fee of �.20,000/- (Rupees
Twenty Thousand only) for a period of two years along • Periodical Progress review of research
with the payment of annual fee as applicable, per year.
The grant of extension period is limited to a maximum • Payment of annual tuition fee
of two years only, after completion of 5 years, without
hostel accommodation. The candidature of the Ph.D. • Adequate preparation for seminars, synopsis
will deem to be cancelled on the recommendation of presentation, and thesis writing.
the Faculty Guide in case of no progress is shown by
the Ph.D. Scholar, during the extended period without
any claim of refund of re-registration fee and annual
fees.

e) During the tenure of re-registration, there will not be

any waiver of concessions for the reserved category
students and the annual fees must be paid, as per the
norms of the Institute.

f) The final decision on the extension of time will be

taken by the Director as Chairman, Academics Council.

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 Programme Details

Curriculum for Regular Ph.D.

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.

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Programme Details

Curriculum for Executive Ph.D.

(A) In case of a Master's degree (Full Time - 2 years or equivalent) from any IIMs/ IITs/ NITs or national
level, the candidate will have to complete a total of 12 credits within one year from the date of admission.

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one year from the date of admission.

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level institutes, the candidate will have to complete a total of 24 credits within one year from the date
of admission.

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The credit requirement, as per the course outline, can be completed in the form of a project report and
seminar (for continuous evaluation). For the final assessment, Ph.D. scholars shall appear for only the end
semester examinations at IIM Mumbai, preferably during the regular examination period. The candidate
can enrol for the courses which will be in line with the courses taught at IIM Mumbai or as per the expertise
of the TAC members.

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Programme Details

Timeline
Course Work

Area Comprehensive Examintaion

Registration cum Research

Proposal Seminar (RCRP)

1 st Credit-cum-Progress Seminar

2 nd Credit-cum-Progress Seminar

3 rd Credit-cum-Progress Seminar

Pre-Synopsis of Thesis

Thesis Submission

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.

Ph.D. I IIM Mumbai I Admission Prospectus 14

Programme Details
Registration of Research Topic
Registration Application for Registration
Each Ph.D. scholar should give a registration cum The Scholar must apply for formal registration
research proposal seminar (RCRP) before a Thesis within one month after successful completion
Advisory Committee (TAC) consisting of two or more of the registration seminar. The application for
examiners and faculty guide(s). Registration seminar registration must be made in the prescribed
will be given after completion of course works and form and should be accompanied by - Title and
area comprehensive examination(Modules I, II, and summary of the research proposal approved
Ill). The research fellow should submit 3 copies of during the registration seminar, and registration
the registration report. This report will include the fee.
following:

Proposed title of the thesis

Objectives of the research

Literature review and gaps identified General Regulations

Proposed research area and scope of the study All Ph.D. Scholars are expected to be in
continuous touch with their guides and report
Hypotheses, if any the progress made from time to time. The TAC
can seek a periodical report of the progress of
Framework and usefulness of the proposed research the course work and research work from the
candidate. Unsatisfactory progress in research
The methodology proposed for carrying out the will render the candidate liable to be removed
research. from the programme.

Expected contributions and significance of study. The candidate shall pay the entire prescribed
fee as and when it is due.
A list of references.
The Ph.D. scholars will face automatic
In case the research Scholar fails to successfully disqualification and removal from the
defend his/her research proposal, he/she will be programme if he/she is found to be admitted
allowed to resubmit the modified research proposal to any other doctoral-level programme.
as suggested by the TAC. He/she needs to give a
revised seminar based on the modified research The Institute reserves the right to amend,
proposal. In case he/she fails to defend it the second modify or change regulation(s) as may be
time, the research fellow will be liable for removal necessary, from time to time. All such changes
from the programme will be binding on the Ph.D. Scholar.

Effective Date of Registration In all matters of interpretation, the decision of

the Institute shall be final and binding on the
The effective date of registration will be the date of Scholars. Any legal matter related to rules
the registration seminar in which the TAC approves and regulations shall be subject to Mumbai
the presentation made by the research fellow, jurisdiction only.
provided the research fellow has subsequently
submitted his application for registration within the
time frame.
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 Application Process
Interested and eligible candidates shall apply through ONLINE mode
only and register themselves at Admissions Portal on "IIM Mumbai
website" during the window of time provided in the advertisement for
admission.

Application Fee is Rs.2000/- (Rs.1000/- in case of SC/ST/PWD

candidates) plus bank charges as applicable. This fee can be paid
Prof. Rakesh D. Raut online. Application fees are non-refundable.
Admissions Chair
Instructions to fill the application form are available at "Instructions to
Apply Online" at Admissions Portal on the "IIM Mumbai website". At
the time of application, all candidates should submit their Research
Proposal (Maximum 1500 words). Guidelines for the preparation of
research proposals are given on the website.

Website: www.iimmumbai.ac.in/admission-2024

Prof. T.M Rofin

Admissions Chair (Designated)
 Admissions
Selection Process - Regular Ph.D.
1 The selection of candidates for admission at IIM Mumbai is a three-step process. First,
initial screening and shortlisting; second, written test, and third, Research Presentation
and Personal Interview.

Candidates applying to the Ph.D. Programme are required to take the Common
Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. Candidates applying to the Ph.D.
Programme in their Areas can take GRE/GMAT/UGC JRF/GATE in their areas in lieu of
CAT.

The validity of the CAT and the other standard test scores are given in the following table.
Note that the scores should be valid on the deadline for submission of the application
form.

CAT - 5 Years
GRE - 5 Years
GMAT - 5 Years
GATE - 3 Years
UGC JRF - 3 Years

2 Initial Screening & Shortlisting:

In this first step, candidates are screened from among the candidates:
•Who has submitted the filled-in application form to the Ph.D. Programme and paid the
prescribed application fees within the window of time specified, and
•Who fulfills the eligibility criteria for the Ph.D. Programme, and
·Who has passed the qualifying exams with a valid score

Candidates shortlisted for admission process to the Ph.D. Programme at IIM Mumbai will
only be intimated by email and/ or online notification. Individual regret communication will
not be sent to applicants.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for IIM Mumbai written test, Research Presentation,
and Personal Interview (Pl) at IIM Mumbai. All shortlisted candidates must attend lthe
written test, Research Presentation, and Personal Interview, otherwise, they shall not be
considered for the admission process further.

3 Selection Process for Shortlisted Candidates:

All shortlisted candidates must attend Written test, Research Presentation and Personal
Interview. However, the institute reserves the right to change the admission process.

•Written Test •Research Presentation and Personal Interview

The final merit list shall be prepared based on the performance of the candidates in the
different evaluation components.
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 Admissions

Selection Process - Executive Ph.D.

1 The selection of candidates for admission at IIM Mumbai is a three-step process. First,
initial screening and shortlisting; second, written test, and third, Research Presentation
and Personal Interview.

2 Initial Screening & Shortlisting:

In this first step, candidates are screened from among the candidates:
•Who has submitted the filled-in application form to the Ph.D. Programme and paid the
prescribed application fees within the window of time specified, and
•Who fulfills the eligibility criteria for the Ph.D. Programme

Candidates shortlisted for admission process to the Ph.D. Programme at IIM Mumbai will
only be intimated by email and/ or online notification. Individual regret communication will
not be sent to applicants.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for IIM Mumbai written test, Research Presentation,
and Personal Interview (Pl) at IIM Mumbai. All shortlisted candidates must attend lthe
written test, Research Presentation, and Personal Interview, otherwise, they shall not be
considered for the admission process further.

3 Selection Process for Shortlisted Candidates:

All shortlisted candidates must attend Written test, Research Presentation and Personal
Interview. However, the institute reserves the right to change the admission process.

•Written Test •Research Presentation and Personal Interview

The final merit list shall be prepared based on the performance of the candidates in the
different evaluation components.

Ph.D. I IIM Mumbai I Admission Prospectus 18

Admissions

Fee Structure

Ph.D.
The total programme fees payable by regular Ph.D.
scholars is INR 65,000/- (inclusive of tuition fees of
INR 24,000) for the first year and INR 55,000/- second
year onwards.

Executive Ph.D.
The total programme fees payable by Executive Ph.D.
scholars is INR 1,50,000/- per year.

# - Alumni Life Membership to be paid after the defence.

* - Fee from 2nd year onwards to be paid at the beginning of each year till 5th year or till the submission of Thesis, whichever is later.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO Ph.D. SCHOLARS

Regular Ph.D. full-time scholars qualify for financial assistance and will receive Rupees 37,000/­
per month during the 1st and 2nd year of the Ph.D. Programme and Rupees 42,000/- per
month during the 3rd, 4th, and 5th years of the Ph.D. Programme as per Ministry of Education
guidelines. A grant of up to a maximum of Rupees two lakh may be availed for presenting a
paper at an lnternataional Conference abroad (Subject to Approvals). The amount and duration
of scholarships and financial assistance provided to Ph.D. scholars are subject to change from
time to time as per Government of India rules.

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Faculty
Operations and Supply Chain

Balkrishna Eknath Narkhede Padmanav Acharya

Professor & Associate Dean - Infrastructure Professor
Planning and Development PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech (IIT KGP), BE
D.Sc, PhD, M.Tech, BE Areas of Interest: Industrial Engg,
Areas of Interest: Industrial Engineering System Dynamics, Project Mgmt,
' and Manufacturing Systems Logistics Supply Chain
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B. Koteswararao Naik S K Md. Rauf Iqbal

Professor Professor & Dean - Student Affairs
PhD (IIT Delhi), MBA, B.Tech Ph.D. (Vidhya Sagar University),
Areas of Interest: Management of M.Sc.(University of Calcutta)
Intellectual Property, Managing Creativity Areas of Interest: Ergonomics ad
& Innovation, Technology Mgmt, Human factors Engineering, Work
Entrepreneurship and Project Mgmt System Design

L Ganapathy V.B Khanapuri

Area Chair Professor & Dean SRIC
Professor Fellow(NITIE),MBA, BE
PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech, B.Sc Areas of Interest: Project Mgmt,
Areas of Interest: Quantitative Maintenance Mgmt, BPR & IT
Methods, Project Mgmt

Milind Akarte Vivek Khanzode

Professor Professor & Dean - Planning
PhD (IIT B), M.Tech (IIT B), BE and Coordination
Areas of Interest: Industrial Engg, PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech.(IIT
Ops & SCM, Manufacturing Strategy, KGP), BE
MCDM, Additive Manufacturing Areas of Interest: Operations Mgmt,
Lean Manufacturing

Priyanka Verma Ruchita Gupta

Associate Professor & Associate Dean - Associate Professor
Planning and Coordination Programme Chair - MBA (OSCM)
PhD (IIT Kanpur), M.Tech (IIT Kanpur), BE PhD (IIT Bombay), M.Tech, BE
Areas of Interest: Ops Research, SCM, Areas of Interest: Mgmt of Technology,
Facilities Planning, Advanced Optimization Tech. Diffusion and Adoption, Technology
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Methods, Business Statistics JI T ransfer and Commercialization,
Technology Entrepreneurship.

Rakesh D. Raut Sushmita Narayana Aghalaya

Associate Professor Associate Professor
Post Doctorate (LGPP), EPFL Switzerland Fellow(IIM Khozikode), BE
Fellow (NITIE), M.Tech, BE Areas of Interest: Supply Chain
Areas of Interest: Managing Supplier Relations, Management, Systems & Healthcare
Partner Selections,Collaborative Network
Organization,Logistic Management

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Ravindra Gokhale Manupati Vijaya Kumar

Associate Professor Assistant Professor
PhD (IISc B), M.Tech (IIT B), BE PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech, B.Tech
Areas of Interest: Ops Mgmt, Areas of Interest: Manufacturing Systems,
Business Statistics, Applied Multivariate Al and ML, Production Planning & Control,
Analysis, Supply Chain Mgmt Optimization Techniques,
Data Science for Managerial Implications

MS Mahapatra Rofin TM
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech (IIT KGP), BE PhD (IIT KGP), MBA, B.Tech
Areas of Interest: Ops Research, SCM, Areas of Interest: Operations Mgmt,
Multi-Objective Optimization, Business Service Operations, Revenue Mgmt
Statistics, Project Management, ML

Veepan Kumar Rosalin Sahoo

Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD (IIT D), M.Tech, BE PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech, B.Tech
Areas of Interest: Industry 4.0, Smart & Areas of Interest: Logistics 4.0,
Digital Supply Chain, Digital Innovations, Supply Network Modelling,
Digital Platforms, Sustainable Business Metaheuristic Techniques
Practices, Digitalization in Manufacturing &
Supply Chain, Intelligent Manufacturing

Ramesh Kumar
Assistant Professor
PhD (NITIE), M.Tech, BE
Areas of Interest: Supply Chain
Network Design, Discrete Event Simulation Modeling
Optimization and Mixed-integer linear
programming Supply Chain Risk Management

Analytics and Data Science

Hema A Date Rakesh Verma
Professor & Dean Alumni Affairs Area Chair
Fellow (NITIE), PGDIE (NITIE), B.E. Professor
Areas of Interest: Software Engg, PhD (IIT Kharagpur), M.Sc.
Bl, DSS, e-Business,IT Consulting, Al, Areas of Interest: Operations Research
Data Mining, Business Analytics,
Knowledge Mgmt, IT Applications.

Purnima S Sangle Debabrata Das

Professor Associate Professor
PhD (University of Indore), M.Sc PhD (IIT Bombay), M.Sc, B.Sc
Areas of Interest: Business Analytics, Areas of Interest: System Dynamic &
Data Mining, Multi Channel CRM, ERP Supply Chain Modelling
Business Value of IT

Jasashwi Mandal Amit Kumar Das

Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD (IIT KGP), M.Sc, B.Sc PhD (IIT KGP), M.Tech (IIT KGP), BE
Areas of Interest: Operations Research, Areas of Interest: Optimization,
Supply Chain Management, Shipping Artificial Intelligence, ML,
and Logistics, Maritime Shipping Smart Manufacturing

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Faculty
Finance, Economics & Strategy
UtpalChattopadhyay Vijaya Gupta
Area Chair, Professor & Associate Dean, Professor
Student Welfare and Hostel Managemnt PhD (University of Rajasthan), M.Phil, M.A
Programme Chair - MBA Areas of Interest: Business Economics,
PhD (Delhi University), M.Sc. (University Agriculture Economics, Environmental
of Calcutta) Economics
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M. Venkateshwarlu Ajaya Kumar Panda

Professor Associate Professor
PhD (Osmania University), MCom PhD (Hyderabad Central University),
Areas of Interest: Accounting & Finance MPhil, MA
Areas of Interest: International Finance,
Financial Economics, Applied
Econometrics, Time Series Analysis

KS Ranjani Binilkumar AS
Associate Professor Associate Professor
PhD, MPhil (Commerce), PhD (IIT B), MA
AICWA, FCA, BCom Areas of Interest: Environmental and
Areas of Interest: Accounting and Natural Resource Economics, Industrial
Finance Organization, Business Environment,
Public Policy and Systems

Mainak Mazumdar Poonam Singh

Associate Professor Associate Professor
PhD(ISEC) , M.Sc (University of PhD (IGIDR), M.Sc
Calcutta) Post Doctoral Experience (Center Areas of Interest: Corp. Finance, Corp.
de Sciences Humaines, CNRS India) Governance, Competition Policy,
Area of Interest: Economic Growth and Financial Regulations, Industrial
Regional Disparity, Urbanization in India Organization, Applied Econometrics

Vipul Kumar Singh

Associate Professor
Ph.D.Jamia Millia lslamia), MSc, BSc
Areas of Interest: Financial Engineering

Marketing
Manoj Kumar Jha Neeraj Pandey
Professor Professor & Associate Dean - Placement
PhD, MBA, B.E and Branding
Areas of Interest: B2B Marketing, Post-Doc (Johns Hopkins University, USA),
Marketing Strategy, Software PhD, MBA
Engineering, MIS Areas of Interest: B2B Marketing,Pricing,
Services Marketing,Digital Marketing

Sanjeev Verma
Area Chair
Professor
Ph.D. , MBA , PGDCA , B.Sc.
Areas of Interest: Marketing Research,
Marketing Analytics, Consumer Behavior,
Services Marketing

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Rekha Chikhalkar Vartika Srivastava

Professor Assistant Professor
Fellow(NITIE) , MBA PhD, PGDM (IIM-A), B.Tech (IIT KGP)
Areas of Interest: Marketing Areas of Interest: Consumer Behaviour,
Management Big Data-Driven Consumer Analytics,
Social Media Marketing, Marketing
Engineering and Analytics,Qualitative
& Quantitative Research Methods.

Organisational Behaviour and HRM

D K Srivastava Upasna A Agarwal
Professor Area Chair
PhD (IIT B), M.A (University of Professor
Allahabad) PhD (IIT Bombay), Masters (Labour Law)
Areas of Interest: Organizational Areas of Interest: Organisation
Behaviour and HRM Behaviour, Human Resource Mgmt

Sumi Jha T Prasad

Professor & Associate Dean - Professor
Academics PhD (Osmania University), M.Com
Fellow(NIT IE), MBA (HR), B.Sc Areas of Interest: Innovation,
Areas of Interest: Competency Entrepreneurship, Reinventing Higher
Mapping, Assessment Centre, Education

Megha Gupta Nikhil K Mehta

Assistant Professor Associate Professor
PhD, IIT Delhi PhD (Nagpur University), MBA
MA HRM, JMI University (Personnel Management), M. A.
Areas of Interest: Managerial (Psychology), B.Pharm
Communication, Gender Sensitization & Areas of Interest: Human
Awareness, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Communication, Ethics

Sustainability Management
Anju Singh Shirish Sangle
Professor Professor & Dean - Faculty Affairs
PhD (IIT Bombay) Ph.D. (Indore), M. Tech, M.Sc.
Areas of Interest: Sustainable Business Areas of Interest: Business Strategies for
Development, Life Cycle Assessment, Sustainability, Adoption and Diffusion
Design for Environment, Corporate Social of Cleaner Tecchnologies, Stakeholder
Responsibility Engagement and Strategic CSR

Seema Unnikrishnan Shankar Murthy

Professor Area Chair
Programme Chair, MBA(SM) Professor & Dean - Academics
Fellow (NITIE), MSc, PhD (IIT Bombay), M.E (Env. Engg.),
PGD (Environmental Law) B.E (Civil)
Areas of Interest: Environmental Mgmt, Areas of Interest: Environmental Engg &
Environmental Legislation, Air Quality Mgmt, Industrial Waste & Water Mgmt
Mgmt

Hema Diwan Vidyadhar V. Gedam

Assosiate Professor Assistant Professor
PhD, M.Sc(Environmental Sc.), B.Sc PhD (ACSIR, Delhi), Diploma (Industrial
Areas of Interest: Environmental & Safety), M.Tech(NIT Karnataka), B.E
Sustainability Management, Pollution Areas of Interest: Water quality &
Control & Mgmt Waste management, Sustainable
Development

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 Campus Attractions:

Nestled amidst the bustling city of Mumbai, our

campus provides a tranquil retreat with lush
green landscapes.

Three hostel blocks, including one of the tallest

hostel buildings and a MDP building for the
executives

Multimedia enabled classrooms

Sports & Recreational Facilities

Full-Fledged Library with access to online

databases and journals

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