Semester - 1

• Compulsory Courses :
  • Foundation Course on Mathematical Methods
  • Foundation Courses in Functional Areas
  • Global Economic Environment and Policy
  • Statistics and Research Methodology
  • Research in Strategic Management : Concepts and Applications

Semester - 2

• Compulsory Courses :
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Data Analytics
  • Elective Courses
  • Seminar Paper

List of Elective Courses (Any THREE to be opted)* :

• Compulsory Courses :
  • Research Issues in Macro Economics
  • Research Issues in Trade Theory and Policy
  • Research Issues in WTO
  • Research Issues in International Marketing
  • Research Issues in International Finance
  • Research Issues in Innovation and Technology Management
  • Research Issues in Supply Chain Management

In addition to the above-mentioned coursework, the Full Time Ph.D. students at the Institute are required to get involved in various ongoing research projects and academic responsibilities (e.g. offering tutorials, case presentations), as assigned, from time to time.

Note : Course Structure is subject to revision by the Institute’s Academic Council from time to time.

* The current list of electives is indicative only, based on the electives offered in the past. The electives to be offered to the batch will be decided based on research profile and interest of the students.

The eligibility criteria for applying in IIFT’s Ph.D. programme are the following :

Master’s degree (including IIFT MPIB/MBA(IB)) / M.Phil degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or equivalent to B Plus in aggregate.

OR

Four years of B.Tech/B.E. (or equivalent degree in engineering) from a recognized university with minimum 60% (CGPA of 4.5 on a scale of 7 or equivalent to B Plus) and minimum 5 years of work experience.

OR

Diploma courses which are considered equivalent to Masters Degree (e.g. PGDIM from IIMs) with 55% marks or CGPA equivalent to B plus, recognized by AICTE/UGC only would be considered. In such cases candidates would be required to produce the necessary certificate(s) from competent authority.

OR

A Professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS, with at least 55 % marks or CGPA equivalent to B plus and minimum 5 years of work experience.

Overseas students can also apply as long as they satisfy the above-mentioned criteria. They need to produce GMAT score (the GMAT result should not have been declared before 1st January 2012 and should be received by the Institute latest by 10th April 2014) to get exemption from appearing in Entrance Tests. Candidates only with GMAT scores of 500 and above may apply. However, they will be required to appear for viva-voce and attend the course work in the campus if selected.

A three-stage process is followed for admission to the Ph.D. Programme.

Stage I : An Expert Committee under the supervision of Chairperson (Research) will scrutinize the applications together with necessary enclosures and prepare the list of the candidates to be allowed for appearing in the entrance examination subject to fulfillment of the academic eligibility. The list of eligible candidates will be uploaded on the web-page of the Institute, well in advance of the entrance test.

Stage II : Only eligible candidates will be called for the Written Entrance Examination, comprising a Research Aptitude Test (based on Basic Statistics, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Mathematics (12th Standard) and Awareness on Contemporary Issues. It is important to note that Objective Test is a screening test.

Stage III : Candidates who would qualify in the Entrance Test will subsequently appear at the Institute in New Delhi for the following :

• One hour Descriptive Test (on Research Aptitude) to judge writing skill of candidates on a contemporary issue.
• A Personal Interview conducted by Expert Panel Members. Separate Panels will conduct interviews for Part-Time and Full-Time students.

Final Merit list will be prepared considering marks received by a candidate in all three components, namely, objective test, descriptive test and personal interview.

* IIFT will not bear any cost borne by the candidates for appearing in the written test and Interview.

Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme can be downloaded from the website www.iift.edu. Candidates applying for both Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form and submit the same to the Institute along with a Demand Draft of 2,500/- (1250/- in respect of SC/ST candidates and US$120 for Foreign Nationals) in favour of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade payable at New Delhi so as to reach latest by 10th April 2014 at the following address :

Mr. Desh Raj Administrative Officer (Research Division) INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016 Tel : +91 11 2685 9582 (Direct), 2696 6563, 2696 5124, 2696 5051 (Ext. 426) Fax : +91 11 2686 7851 E-mail : deshraj@iift.ac.in

For any Academic Query relating to the Ph.D. programme, write to : Dr. Debashis Chakraborty Ph.D. Programme Director Tel : +91 11 2696 5124, 2696 5051 Ext. 405/426 E-mail : pdphd@iift.ac.in On the cover of the submitted application envelope, indicate ‘Application for Ph.D. 2014 Programme’ as the subject.

Last date for submission of applications and Research Proposal	10th April 2014
Notification of eligible candidates for Written Entrance Examination	25th April 2014
Date of Written Entrance Examination	4th May 2014
(Examination will be held at both IIFT Delhi and Kolkata Campus)
Declaration of Result of Written Entrance Examination	30th May 2014
Personal Interview and Write up at IIFT Campus in New Delhi	16th June 2014
Declaration of Final Results	27th June 2014
Commencement of the Programme	18th July 2014

• Copy of “Statement of Purpose” for the proposed Ph.D. Programme.
• Attested copies of qualifying degrees obtained.
• Two passport size colour photographs.
• Two letters of recommendation (in the format provided in the Application Form).
• At least one example of scholarly research or professional writing. (Preferable)
• Bank draft of 2,500/- (1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PH category candidates and US$120 for foreign nationals) in favour of INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE payable at NEW DELHI.
• SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PH category candidates need to attach the requisite certificate.

• Total Number of Seats : 15
• The admitted students will be distributed between Part Time and Full Time research scholars.
• Reservations will be as per Government of India’s Rules.

• The written entrance examination will take place both at Kolkata and New Delhi campuses of the Institute.
• However, interview of a candidate, qualifying the entrance examination, will only be conducted at the New Delhi campus of the Institute.

Ph.D. at IIFT is a 5-year Programme, and the Institute offers admission under the following disciplines : Economics and Trade Policy; Finance; General Management and Strategy; IT Innovation and Technology Management; Marketing and Operations and Supply Chain Management.

During the first two semesters, the students need to attend the coursework offered by the Institute. All candidates need to complete the coursework within 12 months. Once the candidate successfully completes the coursework after one year and gets approval on the proposed research topic from IIFT faculties, a confirmation certificate along with the name of Research Supervisor will be issued. A three member Doctoral Advisory Committee will be set up for each student for helping her / him in doctoral research. There is a minimum period of 2 years from the day of receiving the confirmation certificate, before which the doctoral Thesis cannot be submitted. However, the doctoral Thesis must be submitted within 5 years, from the date of admission.

The total fee of the programme for the Part Time Ph.D. students is 5.50 lakhs* payable to IIFT as specified below.

Sl. No.	Programme Fees and Time Line	Amount
1.	Programme Fees (books, study materials, incidental, exam fees, etc.) ($4600 for foreign students)	5,50,000/-
	To be paid at the time of joining (July 2014)	1,00,000/-
	To be paid at the beginning of Semester 2 (January 2015)	75,000/-
	To be paid after confirmation of the Ph.D. Synopsis and Title of the Thesis (after September 2015) #	75,000/-
	To be paid after completion of third year (June 2017)	1,00,000/-
	To be paid after completion of fourth year (June 2018)	1,00,000/-
	To be paid after completion of fifth year (June 2019) / at the time of submission, whichever is earlier	1,00,000/-
2.	Library Fees (Library Security Deposit – (Refundable) To be paid at the time of Registration (July 2014)	5,000/- (Same for foreign students)

* There will be relaxation of 50% fees (except library fees) for SC/ST/PH students.

The total fee of the programme for the Full Time Ph.D. students is `50,000/- payable to IIFT as specified below.

Sl. No.	Programme Fees and Time Line	Amount
1.	To be paid at the time of joining (July 2014)	20,000/-
	To be paid at the beginning of Semester 2 (January 2015)	20,000/-
	To be paid after confirmation of the Ph.D. Synopsis and Title of the Thesis (after September 2015) #	10,000/-
2.	Library Fees (Library Security Deposit – (Refundable) To be paid at the time of Registration (July 2014)	5,000/- (Same for foreign students)

#(Candidates need to confirm the Synopsis and Title of the Thesis after the completion of one year course work. For details, see the Rules for the Ph.D. Programme)

Fees once paid after joining the programme will not be refunded. The Institute reserves the right to charge any other fees from the students or increase the fees if considered necessary. Due notice would be given, while making such changes.

Refund of Fee (Applicable to all categories of candidates)

In the event of a student/candidate withdrawing before the starting of the course, the wait-listed candidates will be given admission against the vacant seat. The entire fee collected from the student, after a deduction of the processing fee of not more than 1,000/- (Rupees one thousand only) shall be refunded by IIFT. No refund of the fee is however admissible after the commencement of the programme.