About SPJIMR’s Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at SPJIMR is an AICTE-approved and AIU-recognised doctoral programme, equivalent to a Ph.D.

It prepares world-class researchers and thought leaders capable of conducting rigorous, practice-oriented, and socially relevant research that shapes management thinking and business practice

Through advanced coursework, close faculty mentoring, and global exposure, the programme fosters interdisciplinary learning and equips scholars for impactful academic and research careers.

Areas of Research

• Economics and Policy
• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing
• Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources
• Strategy
• Information Management
• Operations & Supply Chain Management

Eligibility

• Master’s Degree / equivalent in any discipline with First Class or equivalent Grade Point (or) five-year / four-year Integrated Master’s Degree with First Class or equivalent GPA (or) professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA, or CS with minimum 55% marks.
• Valid scores from CAT / GMAT / GRE / GATE / ATMA / UGC-NET / UGC-JRF.
• Alternatively, the applicant may be exempted from submitting the entrance exam scores if they hold a PGDM / MBA from SPJIMR, MDI, IIMs, IIT Management Departments, XLRI, IRMA, TISS, ISI, XIMB, FMS, or IIFT.
• Candidates, both fresh graduates and experienced professionals, can apply if they demonstrate the motivation and background to pursue a rigorous research programme.