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Prof. N.S. Ramaswamy

Pre-doctoral Fellowship Programme
Admissions 2022
 The one-year apprenticeship Alum Speak IIMB: A paradigm shift
NSRCEL, the startup and
“The programme has helped me gain admission into
programme a doctoral programme at a top institute.”
Established in 1973, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is innovation hub at IIMB has
widely acknowledged as one of the premier management institutes in India, been helping early stage
Prof. N.S. Ramaswamy Pre-Doctoral Mrutyunjaya Sahoo (2018-19), with an international reputation for the quality of its post graduate and ventures since 2000. The
Finance & Accounting doctoral programmes. ideas that NSRCEL supports
Fellowship Programme (Fifth Batch)
“The Pre-doctoral programme at IIMB was enriching IIMB is renowned for the excellence of its faculty who have studied and have been across various
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore invites applications taught at some of the best management schools in India and abroad. Their stages, sectors, and scope.
in every sense. The coursework enhanced my
for the Prof. N.S. Ramaswamy Pre-Doctoral Fellowship The startups benefit from the
understanding and appreciation of Economics. My research regularly appears in leading global publications and academic
Programme (Fifth Batch). The one-year apprenticeship ecosystem of industry experts,
most precious takeaway from the programme is journals. They bring rich industry, consulting and academic
programme provides individuals interested in an academic
research exposure.” experience to the classroom, creating a stimulating learning mentors, researchers and
career with valuable training and experience before they
Shivani Kushwaha (2018-19), environment. academicians.
apply to doctoral programmes in business and related fields.
Economics & Social Sciences
Areas of Specialisation* The IIMB campus, spread over close to 100 VISION
“The program helps Pre-doc fellows explore their acres in south Bangalore has striking all-stone 585+
To be a global,
Decision Sciences research interest and prepares them for a full-fledged architecture, landscaped gardens and world- Ventures Supported
renowned academic
doctoral programme. The math clinic and writing class infrastructure. Its location in India’s high
Economics & Social Sciences institution fostering
workshop helped me understand the use of statistics technology capital puts it in close proximity
Entrepreneurship excellence in 115600+
in research and the science and art of academic to some of the leading corporations in the
writing, respectively.” management, innovation Entrepreneurs Engaged
Finance & Accounting country, giving students the opportunity to and entrepreneurship for
Mohammad Salman (2019-20), OB & HRM integrate classroom knowledge with extensive
Information Systems business, government 6900+
“I sought exposure at a globally respected business industry interaction. and society
Marketing Jobs Created
school when I chose this program. Among the IIMB’s distinctive feature is its strong focus on
Organizational Behavior & Human Resources various skills that I have acquired at IIMB in the last leadership and entrepreneurial skills that are necessary to
Management five months, I am learning to be more disciplined, succeed in today’s dynamic business environment.
Production & Operations Management especially regarding time management and seeking
relevant information in class. I am learning to read and write
Public Policy research papers and work in teams.” DEGREE GRANTING PROGRAMMES*
Strategy Robiul Awal (2019-20), Strategy
“The programme structure and academic Degree Doctor of Master of Master of Business Master of Master of
Eligibility engagements are unique. The maths and academic Philosophy Business Administration Business Business
• A Master’s Degree or a 5-year Integrated writing workshops and the faculty guidance have (Ph.D.) Administration (Business Analytics) Administration Administration
Master’s Degree (min 60%) been invaluable.” (MBA) (MBA(BA)) (MBA) (MBA)
(OR) Sangita Barwa (2019-20), OB & HRM
• A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS “Being a part of the Prof. N.S.R Pre-doctoral Duration ~ five years Two-years Two-years One-year Two-years
(min 50%) Fellowship Programme was edifying and very full-time full-time full-time weekend
(OR) rewarding. The experiential learning from the doctoral
• A 4-year / 8-semester Bachelor’s Degree (min courses broadened my research interests. The
60%) mentorship programme was especially conducive to Programme Doctor of Post Graduate Post Graduate Executive Post Post Graduate
Final year candidates of the above programmes build a strong academic foundation and it has been a Philosophy (Ph.D.) Programme in Programme in Graduate Programme
may also apply. very positive experience!” Management Management Programme in in Enterprise
Janani SG (2020-21), Finance & Accounting (PGP) (PGP(BA)) Management Management
(EPGP) (PGPEM)
Target Groups “The Predoctoral Fellowship of IIMB is one of a
kind programme that offers the fellows a taste of
Applicants must belong to one or more of the following rigorous academic pursuit. The flexible structure of Year started 1976 1973 2020 2009 1998
categories: the programme and close tutelage under the faculty
• SC, ST, NC-OBC mentor helped me improve my exposure to the area
domain and sharpen critical thinking” Target profile Research focused No or limited work No or limited work Mid-career & Mid-career &
• Religious minorities* individuals experience experience senior executives senior executives
• Persons with disabilities* Sujith Gopinath (2020-21), Public Policy
• Women and gender-minorities
• Persons with primary and secondary schooling from Program Outcomes: Past students have secured admission into Admission test CAT/GMAT/GRE/ CAT/GMAT^ CAT/GMAT^ GMAT/GRE CAT/GMAT/
ƒ Vernacular medium of instruction Ph.D. programs at IIT Chennai, IIM Bangalore, IIM Indore, IIM Kolkata, GATE/JRF (NET)/ GRE/IIMB Test^
ƒ Rural schools, or University of Edinburgh. IIMB Test**
ƒ Government schools
*as defined by Government of India Last date to apply: 31st December, 2021
^
Visit http://www.iimb.ac.in/ for details
Along with tuition fee waiver, Fellows will receive (5:00 pm IST) **
Admission test for Ph.D. varies by specialization opted for, refer https://www.iimb.ac.in/programmes/doctoral-programme for details
a monthly stipend of Rs.30,000 and a house rent
allowance of Rs.15,000. For information on the eligibility For detailed information visit:
criteria, selection process, financial support and how to e-mail: predoc@iimb.ac.in; Disclaimer: Indian Institute of Management Bangalore reserves the right to change the information provided in the brochure or on the website,
apply, please visit www.iimb.ac.in/NSRPredoc Tel: +91 80 2699 3013 / 3017 including the terms of the programme and its fee. . Release date: 15 November, 2021
*Specialization offer would depend on mentor availability © of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
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