The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at the MS Ramaiah Institute of Management (MSRIM), Bengaluru, is a
full-time, residential doctoral programme offering studies in different fields of management. The FPM program
aims to prepare Doctoral students for careers in the academia and in the industry. It is so structured to
provide both breadth and depth of knowledge and application to FPM scholars in management and its allied areas.
The programme has two-fold objective of enabling the participants to master the relevant methodological tools of
management research on one hand, and the advancement of the current body of management knowledge on the other.
1.1 Objectives of the FPM
- Support the FPM scholars to understand the foundations of management, latest updations in the area and the
relevant methods and techniques of management research
- Promote the need and significance of various pedagogical tools used in management education and to be an
effective communicator.
- Enable FPM scholars to establish a definite perspective on the existing body of management thought and
contribute to the same.
- Enable FPM scholars to establish a definite perspective on the existing body of management thought and
contribute to the same.
- Develop researchers with standards in ethos and ethical research and related practice.
1.2 Equivalence to the PhD program
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) recognizes the FPM as equivalent to the Ph.D. programme (of a
recognized University in India).
2.0 Eligibility for Admission to the FPM
The basic eligibility to apply for admission to the
FPM is either:
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Engineering and Technology/ Management/ Economics/ Social Sciences/ commerce
with First class (60%) Shall Considered for admission to Fellow Program and relaxation of 5% for OBC/Backward
Class student will be considered in the Master Program for admission.
OR
Postgraduate Diploma (2 years) with at least 60 percent aggregate marks or equivalent grade point average;
OR
Professional qualifications CA, ICWA, CS (with at least 50 percent aggregate marks) along with a B.Com/ Degree
(with at least 60 percent aggregate marks);
OR
A five year integrated Master’s degree program in any discipline, with at least 60 percent aggregate marks or
equivalent grade point average;
OR
First Class/ equivalent Bachelor’s degree (4 year/8 semesters) with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 out of 10 or
equivalent;
Important:
- The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree, awarded by any of the universities incorporated by an act of
the central or the state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of
Parliament (OR declared to be deemed as a University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, or possess an
equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India).
- The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in the bachelor’s degree would be based on the practice
followed by the institution/university from where the candidate has obtained the degree. In case of the
candidates being awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the equivalence would be based on the equivalence
certified by the institution/university from where they have obtained a bachelor’s degree.
- In case the institution/university does not have any scheme for converting the CGPA into equivalent marks,
the equivalence would be established by dividing obtained CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying
the result by 100.
- The equivalence of the foreign degree needs to be certified by the Association of Indian Universities. The
bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years
of education after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
Final Year Students
- Candidates who are in the final year of their qualifying programmes that would make them eligible can also
apply. Such candidates, if selected, will be allowed to join the programme provisionally and subject to the
submission of degree certificate before the commencement of the course, which has been issued by the
Principal/ Head of the Department / Registrar or Director of the University, providing relevant details.
- Their admission will be confirmed only when they submit the marks sheet and the certificate of issued by
relevant authorities and that the deadline for submission of marks sheet and the Certificate is before the
completion of the first semester. There is non-fulfilment of these conditions will automatically result in the
cancellation of the provisional admission.
3.1 Selection Process for FPM
The candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) on the based information
provided in the application form. The selection process is as follows:
- To be shortlisted for the selection interview, applicants must have a valid score of one of the following
competitive examinations: Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs/GATE/GRE/GMAT/UGC-NET or JRF/CSIR or
NET-UGC, JRF-UGC/CSIR or SET scores of up to last Three years.
- The Verification of Academic Qualification documents and Experience Documents.
- Subsequently, all the candidates must give a presentation (around 10-15 minutes) on their Tentative Research
Proposal on the area of research interest.
- The candidates will have to present for personal interview for final selection and the selected candidates
for this programme will be intimated on the basis of the above-listed process the allotment of stipend for the
scholar will be determined and the decision of the Selection Committee regarding admission shall be final.
Only the candidates satisfying the requirements mentioned in earlier stages will be considered for the final
selection. A merit list will be generated based on the performance in the Personal Interviews and the
provisional admission offers will be made. All matters pertaining to admission into the FPM at MSRIM, Bengaluru
is governed by the decisions taken by the Admissions Committee.
3.2 Important Instructions
A prospective FPM candidate can submit the On-line application with all the attachments as required on or
before the announcement each academic year.
- Note that mere fulfilling of the minimum qualifications will not make a candidate eligible for admissions
into FPM.
- While filling the On-line application form, scanned copy of the documents must be uploaded wherever it has
been asked for.
- The applicant must provide the correct and valid email id and mobile number
- Giving false information will affect your candidature negatively. if a student is admitted to the programme
based on false information furnished, it will lead to the expulsion from the institute.
- The complete application should include
1. Personal details
2. Educational qualification
3. Standard test score details
4. Employment history & References
5. Academic Achievements
6. Statement of Purpose
7. Payment of application fee (as applicable)
3.3 FPM Course Fees
Selected candidates shall be required to deposit a commitment fee of Rs.50,000/- (Rupees Fifty Thousand only).
This fee has to be paid at the time of acceptance of the offer letter by the selected candidate and is to be
made vide an online bank transfer. An amount of Rs.30,000/- out of Rs. 50,000/- (commitment fee) deposited by
FPM students shall be retained till completion of the programme and refund shall be considered in the following
manner.
- Refund of Rs.15,000/- after completion of Term-II
- Refund of Rs.15,000/- after submission of No Dues/ Clearance form
4.0 FPM based areas of specialization
- General Management
- Human Resource Management & Organizational Behaviour
- Finance
- Information System
- Economics
- Operations, Supply Chain
- Analytics and Data Sciences
- Marketing & International Business
- Strategic Management
- Hospital and Healthcare Management
- Mental Health / Behavioral Sciences
When applying for admission, the candidate must indicate a primary area and a secondary area of interest.
5.0 FPM Course work structure
The FPM typically takes four to five years of study. FPM scholars are required to complete a set of courses,
which would expose them across
a) Fundamental theories, concepts and applications in management and related fields and
b) Necessary skills to conduct academic research, write and publish in top international journals.
The coursework can take between 12 to 24 months, depending upon the student’s previous educational background
and performance.
Curriculum
The coursework is composed of a set of core and elective courses.
A. In the first year, FPM students must complete a set of core courses. The total credits from these courses
should be 33 or more. In addition to the core courses, all first year FPM students together do the Research
Methods (RSM) course. This course is compulsory for all FPM students.
B. The second year focuses on acquiring in-depth knowledge in one’s specialization. The student also gets an
exposure to the advanced research courses in the second year. The aim of these courses is to expose FPM
scholars, into the process of scholarly management research and supporting them in conducting a critical review
of the research aspects, in their area of specialization. The second year courses are divided into three
categories:
I. First year FPM courses:
The FPM student must complete a minimum of four elective courses (Twelve credits). Of these, at least three
courses (minimum nine credits) must be from the student’s area of specialization, while other courses can be
from different areas. An FPM scholar can also register for additional elective credits (courses) for a nominal
fee.
II. Area-specific courses:
The FPM scholar student must complete four FPM level courses, offered by the different areas. Of these, at
least three courses must be from the FPM scholar’s area of specialization, while the fourth course can be from
an allied / different area.
III. Advanced doctoral courses:
All FPM students, regardless of the area of specialization must complete four advanced doctoral level courses.
These four courses are:
1. Advanced Research Methods (ARM, three credits).
2. Advanced Techniques in Research Methods (ATRM, three credits).
3. Pedagogy for Management Teachers (PMT, One and half credits).
4. Academic Writing (AW, One and half credits).
6.0 Comprehensive Qualifying Examination
At the end of the coursework, the FPM scholar must complete the Comprehensive Qualifying Examination, that
assesses, the student is given two chances to complete the CQE, failing which s/he will be asked to withdraw
from the FPM.
7.0 Duration of the programme
The FPM student is generally expected to complete the programme in about 4 to 5 years. The maximum time limit
permissible time for the completion of the FPM is 7 years. Students failing to complete the requirements within
this period will be deemed to have withdrawn from the program and their candidature in the programme will be
closed.
8.0 Fellowship:
Eligibility:
- Candidates must have a master’s degree in business to be eligible for the Fellowship.
- The validity of NET qualification with Assistant Professorship is three years from the date of declaration
of NET/SET results.
Institute Research Fellowship
- Awarded for a maximum period of 4 years.
- Amount: ₹25,000 per month until registration.
- Participants must resign from their current employment or provide proof of unpaid leave.
- Fellowship continues based on satisfactory performance (6 hours of administrative work per week).
- Essential research-related expenses are reimbursed with the Main Guide's approval.
Self/Industry Sponsorship
- Candidates must resign from their current employment and report to the campus as directed.
- Sponsored candidates must fulfil a minimum residential requirement of 1.5 years, subject to successful
completion of coursework.
- Sponsored candidates may work externally if they meet the conditions prescribed in the Regulations.
- No financial assistance is provided for sponsored candidates.
Restrictions
- No Research Student shall receive any other emoluments, salary, stipend, or scholarship/Fellowship from
any other institute during the tenure of the Institute Research Fellowship.
8.0 Fellow title
The student is conferred the title "Fellow in Management" on successful completion of all the requirements of
the programme.
9.0 Contact Us
For any inquiries kindly contact -
The FPM Office, MS Ramaiah Institute of Management (MSRIM), Gate No 8, General Science Building, MSRIT campus,
MSR Nagar, Bengaluru 54.
- Landline - Tel : 080-2360 6640, 6641, 6642, 8769.
- Email : fpm@msrim.org