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

Submission started on 25 March 2027. Those who submit AP LAWCET 2025 application till from 25 March to 27 April 2025 need not pay the late fee.

This is about the exam to be taken for admission into graduate law courses in colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

Notification in connection with AP LAWCET Application Submission was released on 22 March 2025.

AP LAWCET 2025 Registration schedule

AP LAWCET 2025 registration schedule is the time duration during which students can apply for the exam, make corrections in the application form submitted, pay registration fee and so on. Submission started on 25 March 2025 and last date to apply without any late fee payment is 27 April 2025.

Students can take up AP LAWCET 2025 registration from 26 April to 3 May 2024 on payment of Rs 500 as late fee. They can apply for the exam from 4 to 11 May 2024 on the payment of Rs 1000 as late fee.

AP LAWCET 2025 registration can be done from 28-04-2025 to 04-05-2025 with a late fee of Rs 1000, as per AP LAWCET 2025 registration schedule.

The late fee to pay if submitted between 05-05-2025 to 11-05-2025 is Rs 2000. Students can take up AP LAWCET 2025 registration with a late fee of Rs 4000 from 12-05-2025 to 18-05-2025.

AP LAWCET 2025 registration can be done with a late fee for Rs 10000 from 19-05-2025 to 25-05-2025.

Correction in AP LAWCET 2025 applications already submitted can be done from 30 May 2025 onwards. Hall tickets would be available for download from 30 May 2025 onwards.

Exam will be conducted on 5 June 2025 from 9 AM to 10:30 AM. The result announcement will be done on 22 June 2025.

What is AP LAWCET 2025 Exam?

The full name of AP LAWCET is Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test. It is a state-level exam conducted once a year. AP LAWCET 2025 is meant to be held in 2025.

AP LAWCET 2025 is conducted in online mode and answers have to be registered on a computer screen provided at the test center. The test has to be passed with the required qualifying marks to be eligible for the next process.

Post passing the exams, candidates have to visit the websites of various participating institutions and know the schedule for submitting applications for admissions.

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Once the schedule is known, students must submit applications there along with AP LAWCET 2025 scores and other required documents.

The questions in the exam will be related to General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Law Study Aptitude, and Mental Ability for AP LAWCET 2025.

For studying 5 year law courses, applicants must have passed plus two from a recognized education institution. The plus two can be from any stream as per AP LAWCET 2025 registration eligibility criteria.

Those keen on LLB course must have passed graduation in any discipline from a recognized institution.

Students who have appeared for the final exams of their qualifying degree and are waiting for the results or are about to appear for final exams can also take up AP LAWCET 2025 registration.

However, they have to pass the exam and provide proof of it by the time of admission process commencement.

AP LAWCET 2025 registration process?

AP LAWCET 2025 registration process can be completed online. Candidates have to visit the official website at ‘https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/LAWCET/LAWCET_HomePage.aspx’

1. The URL mentioned above must be typed into the browser and then submitted to allow the website to download.

2. Once the website is ready, candidates have to click the button Step – 1 Eligibility Criteria And Fee Payment

3. Clicking the above button will open another webpage with URL ‘https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/LAWCET/LAWCET_PaymentGatewaypage.aspx’

4. Once the webpage with above URL is available, AP LAWCET 2025 registration fee must be paid.

5. Once the confirmation number is obtained, candidates can click the link for filling out the AP LAWCET 2025 Application form and submit it.

6. Post submission, candidates can obtain a confirmation message indicating successful submission. Once obtained, applicants can download it and take a printout of it.

Process to obtain hall ticket is mentioned below for the sake of the students:

1. The URL mentioned above has to be typed into the browser and the website should be allowed to download.

2. Once the webpage is available, candidates can click the link for the hall ticket and then enter their username and password and submit them to obtain the hall ticket.

3. The admit card can be downloaded and then a printout of it has to be taken. Applicants have to appear for the exam at the designated test center with the hall ticket.

After the exam

Students have to view the results for the exam, they can visit the official website of the exam at the appropriate time and log in using the credentials they created while taking up AP LAWCET 2025 registration.

Post login, the students can view their scorecards. Those who have passed the exam with the required qualifying marks can apply for admission into courses of their choice.

AP LAWCET 2025 registration process has to be done online and there is no other mode.