Ph.D Programme by Indian Institute of Foreign Trade

Eligibility: BE/B.Tech
CA
CS
ICWA
M Phil / Phd
MBA/PGDM
Diploma
Location: Delhi
Job Category: Scholarships
Last Date: 5 April 13

Job Type: Full Time
Hiring Process: Written-test.

Job Details

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, conduct Ph.D Programme www.freshersworld.com
Eligibility :  Master’s degree (including IIFT MPIB / MBA(IB)) / M.Phil degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or equivalent to B Plus in aggregate. or Four years of B. Tech / B.E. or equivalent degree in engineering) from a recognized university with
minimum 60% (CGPA of 4.5 on a scale of 7 or equivalent to B Plus) and minimum 5 years of work experience. or  Diploma courses which are considered equivalent to Masters Degree (e.g. PGDIM from IIMs) with 55% marks or CGPA equivalent to B plus, recognized by AICTE / UGC only would be considered. In such cases candidates would be required to produce the necessary certificate(s) from competent authority or AProfessional qualification like CA,ICWA,CS,with atleast 55 % marks or CGPA equivalent to B plus and minimum 5 years of work experience. Desirable :  Creditswouldbegiventocandidateswithgoodpublication records such as books, papers in National / International Journals and paper presentation experiences in National / International conferences. Candidates with prior teaching and research experience or Candidates from industry having made exceptional contribution in their area of work would be given an important consideration
Fellowship Structure for Full Time Fellows : As per IIFT Rules, the full time Ph.D. students will receive a fellowship of Rs. 16,000/- per month during the first two years of doctoral work. From the third year onwards, the fellowship amount will increase to Rs. 18,000/- (subject to satisfactory academic review). There will be provision for an annual contingency fund of Rs. 15,000/- throughout the period. No separate hRA is admissible as per the IIFT rules
Fees : A. The total fee of the programme for the Part Time Ph.D. students is Rs. 2.50 lakhs payable to IIFT . Fees once paid will not be refunded
Objectives : The Ph.D. Programme of the Institute covers Doctoral research in a variety of business related areas leading to the award of Ph.D. degree. The main objectives of the Ph.D. Programme 
are:  To provide facilities for higher studies and advanced research in areas relating to International Business;  To encourage and facilitate research on contemporary issues in the field of International Business; and  To encourage publication of research papers in academic journals, occasional papers and monographs, books and other refereed forums. One of the primary purposes of doctoral studies is to encourage in-depth analysis and enrich knowledge in the chosen field. This includes the ability to independently apply methodologies of scientific research as well as to create new scientific knowledge. Further, the candidate should demonstrate an ability to critically analyze research findings and to understand their importance in the relevant context. Skills to undertake and to effectively communicate research results are needed in order to succeed in postgraduate studies. Thus, it is important to assume an adequate knowledge and understanding of the problems, research methodologies, historical developments, theory formulation and societal importance of the scientific disciplines which are related to the candidate’s own research field. IIFT has two campuses viz, New Delhi and Kolkata. Selected 
candidates can attend the course classes from Delhi as well as Kolkata campus (via video conferencing).
Total Number of Seats : 15 (13 + 2 Sponsored Candidates). The admitted students will be distributed between Part Time and Full Time research scholars.  IIFT will follow the ‘Reservation’ policy as per Government of India Rules.
Duration and research Disciplines : Ph.D. at IIFT is a 5-year Programme, and the Institute offers admission under the following disciplines: Economics and Trade Policy; Finance; General Management and Strategy; Information Technology, Innovation and Technology Management; Marketing and Operations and Supply Chain Management. During the first two semesters, the students need to attend the coursework offered by the Institute. All candidates need to complete the course work within 12 months. Once the candidate successfully completes the coursework after one year and gets approval on the proposed research topic from IIFT faculties, a confirmation certificate along with the name of Research Supervisor will be issued. A three-member Doctoral Advisory Committee will be set up for each student for helping her / him in Ph.D. research. There is a minimum period of 2 years from the day of receiving the confirmation certificate, before which the thesis can not be submitted. however, the doctoral thesis must be submitted within 5 years, from the date of admission. In exceptional cases, where the Doctoral Advisory Committee warrant additional work by the student, a maximum period of additional 12 months (after completion of five years) may be given to her / him for submission of the thesis

How to apply

Candidates should apply in the prescribed format applying for both Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. programme need to fill the application form and submit the same to the Institute along with a Demand Draft of Rs. 2500/- (Rs.1250/- in respect of SC / ST candidates and US $ 120 for Foreign Nationals) in favour of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade payable at New Delhi so as to reach latest by 5th April, 2013 at Mr. Desh Raj, Administrative Officer (Research Division),Indian Institute Of Foreign Trade (Deemed University), B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016, E-mail: deshraj@iift.ac.in www.freshersworld.com
Important Dates :

Last date for submission of applications and Research Proposal	5th April 2013
Notification of eligible candidates for Written Entrance Test	22nd April 2013
Date of Written Entrance Examination (Examination will be held at both, IIFT Delhi and Kolkata Campus)	5th May 2013
Declaration of Result of Written Entrance Examination	31st May 2013
Personal Interview at IIFT Campus in New Delhi	18th June 2013
Declaration of Final Results	28th June 2013
Commencement of the Programme	12th July 2013

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