Candidates can apply for the course before 15 June 2024. Those with required eligibility conditions can submit applications.

Course stands as India’s pioneering dual-degree doctoral initiative. Designed specifically for working professionals aiming for advanced academic qualifications, the program offers a unique pathway to pursue a doctoral degree without disrupting their careers, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

This program delivers rigorous, world-class training across various areas of business management, enabling students to conduct cutting-edge research of international standards, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

Participants are equipped with the skills to critically access and influence organizational landscapes, fostering leaders ready for impactful roles in both academia and industry.

Moreover, it supports industry executives in transitioning to research-oriented careers, whether in academic institutions or research positions within the public and private sectors, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

More about the course

The Executive PhD/DBA program spans a minimum of three years, equivalent to 36 months.

During the first year, students are required to complete a minimum of 8 core courses relevant to their chosen research area, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

This initial year also encompasses Epistemology and Methodology courses, providing an introduction to Management Research along with qualitative and quantitative techniques.

At the culmination of the first year, students defend their research proposal, a pivotal step leading to the validation of a research certificate (Research in Management).

Failure to pass this stage necessitates re-registration for an additional year.

Throughout the subsequent second and third years, students are guided in writing their thesis and undergo preliminary thesis presentations, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

Each student is assigned a Research Supervisor/Co-Supervisor from both collaborating institutions.

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As part of the program, students have the opportunity to attend a three-day Academic Writing Workshop at Cambridge University.

It is mandatory to attend face-to-face class, spanning two weeks, at Bordeaux campus.

The program employs a hybrid mode of delivery, combining face-to-face classes held at various intervals and locations, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

Admission to the program is overseen by IIM Sambalpur, adhering to its minimum entry requirements.

The composition of core courses and the allocation of contact or non-contact hours may be adjusted by the doctoral committee to accommodate students’ needs.

The program predominantly features instruction by international faculty, with emphasis not limited to Bordeaux Business School.

Students will be charged on a pro rata basis for any additional years required to complete the program.

Minimum three face-to-face classes of three days duration will exclusively take place at the Sambalpur or Delhi campus.

Who Can Apply For This Course at IIM Sambalpur?

To be eligible for the Executive PhD/DBA program, applicants typically need to meet the following requirements:

Work Experience: Candidates should have minimum five years work experience, in a professional setting with post graduate degree.

This requirement ensures that participants bring practical insights and real-world knowledge to their doctoral studies.

Educational Background: Applicants are typically required to hold a relevant master’s degree, such as an MBA/ Masters or equivalent qualification or a 4 year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

This educational background provides the foundational knowledge necessary for advanced doctoral-level research.

Academic Record: A strong academic record is usually expected, demonstrating the candidate’s ability to excel in rigorous academic pursuits.

This may include transcripts, GPA scores, and any relevant academic achievements or honors.

Language Proficiency: Proficiency in the language of instruction (often English) is essential, as the program involves intensive academic study, research, and communication in this language.

Research Interest: Applicants should have a clear research interest or topic of study within the field of management or a related discipline.

They should be able to articulate their research goals, interests, and potential contributions to the academic community.

Statement of Purpose: Applicants may need to submit a statement of purpose outlining their academic and professional background.

It must also have their research interests, career goals, and reasons for pursuing a doctoral degree in the Executive PhD/DBA program, say sources from IIM Sambalpur.

Candidates shall be required to submit a “No Objection Certificate”/ “Consent letter” for pursuing MBA from their employer. In case of self-employed, a declaration with respect to the same will be required.

Selection Process

The selection for the course at IIM Sambalpur will be based on the criteria mentioned below for the sake of the students:

$ Academic Profile–Graduation Score/Percentage.

$ Personal Interview.

$ Preparation of the Merit list will be based on resume and personal interview.

$ IIM Sambalpur will strictly follow the Government of India’s Reservation Policy.

How To Apply?

1. Candidates have to visit the official website of IIM Sambalpur to download the soft copy of the application form. The official website is ‘https://iimsambalpur.ac.in/how-to-apply-dba/’

2. Once the website is ready, candidates can click the button Application Form

3. Clicking the above button will open the application form soft copy

4. Candidates can fill the softcopy of the application and send it along with documents to the email ‘exephd-dba@iimsambalpur.ac.in’

Application Fee

Candidates have to pay the application fee of Rs 1180. There is a separate link to send the details of the application fee payment. Link to know more about application process for this course at IIM Sambalpur is Here.

Contact Information

Candidates who need additional information can contact IIM Sambalpur with the numbers and email mentioned below:

Mobile Number:

+91 9903471420

Email IDs:

exephd-dba[at]iimsambalpur[dot]ac[dot]in

padmavathy[at]iimsambalpur[dot]ac[dot]in

Postal Address and Website

IIM Sambalpur, Goshala, Basantpur, Odisha 768025, www.iimsambalpur.ac.in

The schedule to submit applications for JEE Advanced 2025 has been announced along with that of AAT 2025 registration,

Application process for AAT starts after result declaration of JEE Advanced. This year too, the trend is no different.

Who will conduct AAT 2025?

AAT 2025 will be conducted by IIT Kanpur and is expected to see a participation in impressive numbers. The same institution is conducting JEE Advanced 2025.

Details about the exam are available on the official website mentioned above. Students who pass AAT 2025 will be able to study BArch in IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT (BHU) Varnasi.

Who can take up AAT 2025 registration?

Students who have passed JEE Advanced 2025 with required qualifying marks can take up AAT 2025 registration. Applying for JEE Advanced requires a pass in JEE Mains.

Candidates who have passed plus two with maths, physics and chemistry as subjects will be able to take up JEE Mains registration. The process to take up JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration is online.

1. The URL has to be typed into the browser and the webpage has to be allowed to download.

2. Once the website is available, students should click the link for JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration and enter JEE Advanced 2025 registration number, their date of birth, mobile number and email address.

3. Post providing the above details, applicants will be asked if they are interested in AAT. Students have to answer ‘Yes’ to take up JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration.

4. Candidates have to provide the required information and choose the centers where they wish to write the exam and submit the form.

5. They will receive message indicating successful completion of JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration.

The message has to be downloaded and a printout of it has to be taken and preserved for use in future. This could be of use during the admission process.

Website for JEE Advanced 2025/AAT 2025 Registration is Here

Exam pattern

Candidates who have completed JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration must also know the exam pattern if they are to score good marks.

Those who have taken up AAT 2025 registration can take up the exam which will be held in offline mode, as a pen and paper mode test.

Candidates will have three hours time to answer all the questions. The medium of the test is English.

The sections in the question paper are – Imagination and aesthetic sensitivity, three dimensional perception, Geometrical drawing, Freehand drawing and Architectural Awareness.

Syllabus for AAT 2025

The next thing to do after completing AAT 2025 registration is focus on preparing for the test.

The subjects to be studied while preparing for AAT 2025 are mentioned below. Candidates can also refer the official website for more information on syllabus when the registration for the exam begins:

Geometrical Drawing

Exercises in geometrical drawing containing lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, etc. Study of plan (top view), elevation (front or side views) of simple solid objects like prisms, cones, cylinders, cubes, splayed surface holders, etc.

Freehand Drawing

This would comprise of simple drawing depicting the total object in its right form and proportion, surface texture, relative location and details of its component parts in appropriate scale.

Common domestic or day-to-day life usable objects like furniture, equipment, etc., from memory.

Three dimension perception

Understanding and appreciation of three-dimensional forms with building elements, colour, volume and orientation. Visualization through structuring objects in memory.

Architectural Awareness

General interest and awareness of famous architectural creations – both national and international, places and personalities (architects, designers, etc.) in the related domain.

Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity

Composition exercise with given elements. Context mapping.

Creativity check through innovative uncommon test with familiar objects. Sense of colour grouping or application.

The medium of the test is English. The sections in the question paper are – Imagination and aesthetic sensitivity, three dimensional perception, Geometrical drawing, Freehand drawing and Architectural Awareness.

The admit cards obtained for JEE Advanced 2025 can also be used to gain entry into the test centers for AAT 2024.

Point to remember

Candidates can visit the official website of JEE Advanced exam for more information on JEE Advanced AAT 2025 registration and other related topics.

The students have to quickly take up the AAT 2025 registration as the time left would be very short.

Like JEE Advanced exam where the registration is open for a longer duration, that of AAT 2025 registration is open for only a short period.

The details about AAT 2025 registration provided above are for general understanding purpose of the students.

There could be some changes in the exam, students can visit the official website of the exam at regular intervals to receive updates.

More information could be provided as the time for AAT 2025 registration would commence, till that time, students can refer other sources also.

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