Sunday, March 25, 2012

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE, Ph.D. Programme 2012

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE
(DEEMED UNIVERSITY)
B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi-110016
Tel: 91-11- 26966563, 26965124, 26965051( Ext. 426), 26859582 (Direct)
Fax: 91-11-26867851, E-mail
: meenavij@iift.ac.in


Ph.D. Programme 2012

Download Admission Brouchure:
http://cc.iift.ac.in/docs/iift/PHD2012_B.pdf

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).

Number of seats:
• Total Number of Seats: FIFTEEN (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.

Eligibility:
The eligibility for applying in IIFT’s Ph.D. programme are the following:
• Master’s degree (including IIFT MPIB/MBA (IB)), 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 Master 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
• A Professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS, with at least 55% marks or CGPA equivalent to B Plus and minimum 5 years of work experience.
Overseas students can also apply as long as they satisfy the above-mentioned criteria. They need to produce GMAT score (the GMAT result should not have been declared before 1st
January 2010 and should be received by the Institute latest by 31st March 2012) to get exemption from appearing in Entrance Tests. Candidates only with GMAT scores of 500 and above may apply. However, they will be required to appear for viva-voce and attend the course work in the campus, if selected.

Desireable:
• Credits would be given to candidates with good publication 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.


Admission Processes:
A three-stage process is followed for admission to the Ph.D. Programme.
Stage I: The Expert Panel Members of the Institute will screen the applications together with necessary
enclosures and prepare the list of the candidates to be allowed for appearing in the entrance
examination based on their academic eligibility. The list will be uploaded in the web-page of the
Institute, well in advance of the entrance test.
Stage II: Only eligible candidates will be called for the Written Entrance Test, comprising of:
• One hour Objective Test (based on Logical Reasoning and Mathematics (12th Standard)) and
• One hour Descriptive Test (on Research Aptitude) to judge writing skill of candidates on contemporary i s s u e s
It is important to note that Objective Test is a screening test. Papers of the Descriptive test will be examined only for those candidates, who qualify in the objective test. Qualifying both the tests is essential and merit list will be prepared considering marks received by a candidate in both the tests.

Stage III: Candidates who would qualify in the Entrance test will subsequently appear for an interview
conducted by Expert Panel Members at the Institute in New Delhi.

IIFT will not bear any cost borne by the candidates for appearing in the written test and viva-voce.

Note:-
There will be an evaluation committee under the Supervision of Chairperson (Research) to scrutinize the applications of the candidates in order to call them for entrance examination. Applications will be arranged according to different subject areas.
In case of sponsored candidates, Admission Process will be similar. Separate merit list will be prepared for sponsored candidates.


Exam centres:
• The written entrance examination will take place both in Kolkata and New Delhi campus of the institute.
• However, interview of a candidate, qualifying the entrance examination, will only be conducted in the New Delhi campus of the institute.


IMPORTANT DATES:
Last date for submission of applications and Research Proposal : 30th March 2012
Notification of eligible candidates for Written Entrance Test : 13th April 2012
Date of Written Entrance Examination : 6th May 2012
(Exam. wi l l be he ld at both, IIFT De lhi and Kol kata Campus )
Declaration of Result of Written Entrance Examination : 28th May 2012
Personal Interview at IIFT campus in New Delhi : 18th June 2012
Declaration of Final Results : 29th June 2012
Commencement of the Programme : 6th July 2012


Application form and brochure for the Ph.D. Programme can be downloaded from the website www.iift.edu. Candidates 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 ` 2,500/- (`1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PH candidates and oreign Nationals) in favour of Indian Institute of foreign Trade payable at New Delhi so as to reach it latest by 30th March 2012 at the following address:
Ms. Meena Vij
Section Officer (Research Division)
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE
(DEEMED UNIVERSITY)
B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi-110016
Tel: 91-11- 26966563, 26965124, 26965051( Ext. 426)
26859582 (Direct)
Fax: 91-11-26867851
E-mail: meenavij@iift.ac.in


For any Academic Query relating to the Ph.D.
Dr.Deboshis chokraborty
Programme, write to:
Ph.D. Programme Director
Tel: 91-11- 26965124, 26965051 Ext. 405
E-mail: debashis@iift.ac.in

Important enclosures with application form:
1. Copy of Research Proposal for the proposed PhD Programme.
2. Attested Copies of qualifying degrees obtained.
3. Two passport size photographs.
4. Two letters of recommendation (in the format provided in the application form).
5. At least one example of scholarly research or professional writing.
6. Bank draft of ` 2,500/- (` 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PH category candidates and US$120 for
foreign students) in favour of INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE payable at NEW DELHI.
7. SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PH category candidates need to attach the requisite certificate.
8. Sponsorship certificate from employers/funding agencies, if applicable.

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