Frequently Asked Questions - Research Program, Department of Management Studies (DoMS), IITM
This page addresses the frequently asked questions related to the admission process for the research programs (MS and PhD) at Department of Management Studies, IIT-Madras. For the complete set of guidelines regarding the admission process, procedures, eligibility and deadlines kindly refer to http://research.iitm.ac.in/
The information brochure(RESEARCH ADMISSION BROCHURE) of research programs of IIT Madras can be found at https://research.iitm.ac.in/downloadbrochure Please go through this documentfirstas this may answer most of your questions.
The information brochure(RESEARCH ADMISSION BROCHURE) of research programs of IIT Madras can be found at https://research.iitm.ac.in/downloadbrochure Please go through this documentfirstas this may answer most of your questions.
Research at DoMS
1. What are the research areas in DoMS?
The broad areas of research at DoMS are given below. Your interview will be based on your choice from the given areas. More specific research fields may be viewed in the department research profile and/or the homepage of individual faculty members.
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Finance
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Human Resource Management (HR) and Organisational behavior (OB)
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Information Systems
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Integrative Management
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Marketing
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Operations
To get a better picture of the on-going research and the faculty’s area of interest, kindly take a look at the
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Student profiles
2. What are the different categories of admission at DoMS?
Application Process
1. When does the admission happen for research programs?
2. What are the eligibility criteria for MS and PhD programs?
3. What are the eligibility criteria for part-time/external PhD programs?
4. What is the selection process for admission at DOMS?
5. Can executives/working professionals pursue part-time PhD at DoMS?
6. I am applying for a part time scholar category. Am I allowed to stay in a different city while pursuing research?
7. I have completed my post-graduation in a discipline that is unrelated to the area of specialization that I am applying for. Am I still eligible to apply for a PhD program in that area?
8. I have done a one-year MBA programme. Am I eligible to apply for an MS or PhD program?
9. I am working in a private firm in a foreign country. Am I eligible for a part time PhDcategory?
Qualifying Exam
1. What are the qualifying exams that are accepted for the HTRA category in PhD program?
2. What are the qualifying exams that are accepted for the HTRA category in MS program?
Shortlisting For The Interview
1. What will be the procedure for shortlisting the applications?
2. What is expected out of my Statement of Purpose?
3. What is a Research Proposal and what is expected out of my research proposal?
4. Where can I check the Shortlist for the interview?
Interview & Written Test
1. What are the documents that I need to bring on the day of the interview?
2. What can I expect on the day of the interview?
3. When can I expect the results of the process?
4. Can I reapply for MS / PhD, if not shortlisted?
About The Program
1. What is the fee structure of the program?
2. Is there a stipend/ scholarship provided for the MS / PhD program?
3. I have been selected under the part-time / external categories – Will I get a stipend?
4. How long will it take to complete the course work?
5. What is the minimum requirement for submission of thesis?
6. Can I stay on campus during my MS / PhD program?
7. What is the duration of an MS/PhD program?
Further Details
1. My question is not listed above