IIM Sambalpur Welcomes Esteemed Professionals To 2024 PhD Cohort

IIM Sambalpur inaugurated its 6 batch of PhD and 5 batch of Executive PhD programme 2024 in hybrid mode at its campus. The ceremony included insightful discussions on research methodologies and journeys, featuring the participation of international and national academicians, authorities and industry leaders. The objective of these discussions was to share the research experience and to guide the newly enrolled PhD students at IIM Sambalpur. The Executive PhD students are currently working in sectors such as the Defense Force, government organisations, the IT industry and entrepreneurship. Some are employed in prestigious companies and organisations such as Google, Accenture, Flipkart, State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda and Pidilite Industries, among others. It is to be highlighted that out of the total 25 candidates in both PhD and Executive PhD programmes, they hold various important positions such as CEO, COO, MD, VP, Deputy Magistrate, Senior Superintendent of Police, Business Head and IIT Faculty, among others.

The second day of the orientation programme featured a seminar by VG Venkatesh, Vice-Dean and Professor, Supply Chain Management, EM Normandie Business School, France, on "Crafting an impactful PhD journey: A Primer." This was followed by a session on "Crafting Research Output" by Mahadeo Jaiswal.