Visakhapatnam: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Visakhapatnam has launched the Executive PhD (Exec-PhD) program at its permanent campus at Gambhiram.

The Executive PhD program is designed to empower professionals with advanced research skills and knowledge, enabling them to tackle complex challenges in their respective fields. Participants will benefit from a curriculum that integrates cutting-edge theory with practical application, fostering innovation and leadership in their industries.

Prof Kaveri Krishnan, Dean of Administration, reported that the launch of the Executive PhD program was well received by working professionals. After a rigorous screening process, 16 candidates were selected for the Executive PhD. She presented the profile summary of the Exec-PhD Batch 2024, emphasising the diversity among the participants. The incoming batch includes professionals from various industries such as manufacturing, IT, consulting, e-commerce, engineering projects, and construction, with an average work experience of over 17 years.

Additionally, she noted that 25 per cent of the participants are women. Prof. Amit Shankar, Dean of Research and Chairperson of the Executive PhD, welcoming the incoming batch he advised them to balance their lives across three areas: work, family, and their PhD studies.