Internationally benchmarked doctoral program in marketing
Application Deadline: 30th June, 2024 Apply NowOverview
The Great Lakes Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is a world class doctoral program in marketing with global perspectives, intensive research focus and an innovative pedagogy. Unique to Great Lakes, FPM candidates get mentored by a renowned international faculty advisor in addition to their highly experienced Great Lakes faculty guide. FPM candidates also have an option to pursue Dual-Track PhD from The University of Texas at Arlington, USA and get access to in person seminars and courses by top international scholars, and global placement opportunities at top tier institutions around the world.
Guidance from International Advisors from top Global Universities
Enhance the quality and impact of your research through access to expertise, resources, and networking opportunities. Their invaluable feedback, ensures rigor and credibility, while offering an international perspective that situates the research within broader academic discourse. Collaborating with such advisors can advance scholars' careers and open doors to prestigious opportunities in academia and beyond.
Innovative Pedagogy blending research methodologies with specialised domain courses
By integrating research techniques into coursework, students develop the ability to tackle real-world problems creatively and contribute meaningfully to their fields upon graduation. Facilitating a deeper understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications, it equips students with hands-on experience and critical thinking skills, fostering a holistic approach to learning.
Learn from top International Scholars through in person seminars and courses in Marketing
By learning from esteemed experts, students gain valuable knowledge and perspectives that can enrich their academic experience and future careers in marketing. It provides students with firsthand insights into cutting-edge research and industry trends. These interactions offer unique opportunities for networking, mentorship, and collaboration, enhancing students' understanding and application of marketing principles in a global context.
Opportunity to use state-of-the-art research labs and international datasets
Working with cutting-edge technology and diverse datasets, students can enhance their analytical skills, deepen their understanding of global phenomena, and contribute to innovative solutions in their respective fields of study. Utilizing these resources allows for hands-on learning experiences, enabling students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and address contemporary challenges.
Full funding with competitive stipend, substantial grants & contingency allowances
The comprehensive funding package enables scholars and researchers to focus entirely on their academic or research pursuits by alleviating financial concerns. This support fosters a conducive environment for innovation, creativity, and academic excellence, allowing scholars to push boundaries and make significant contributions to their fields without the distraction of financial constraints.
International Dual Track
Scholars can opt for a Dual Track Program through which they get an opportunity to pursue a second PhD from University of Texas at Arlington, USA and explore placement opportunities globally in the field of academia.
Applicants having valid GMAT scores can choose the Dual Track during their second year. After spending a year at UT Arlington in USA, they also have the option of spending the next 3 years at either of the campuses as per their financial feasibility and preference.
The Great Lakes Edge
Consistently innovative, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, has emerged as a top-ranked b-school in India and is globally accredited by AMBA, UK and AACSB. It offers a world-class learning experience with exceptional full-time faculty and visiting faculty from the likes of Kellogg, Stanford, Harvard, Yale, etc. Great Lakes has also emerged as a partner of choice for leading corporates for recruiting talent as well as for executive education programmes.
Program Design & Curriculum
The program consists of two phases. Phase 1 spans the first two years, where students undertake a diverse curriculum and complete two research papers, preparing them for future research. Phase 2 begins after successfully defending the second-year paper, leading to formal candidacy for the FPM award. Students then work on their dissertation, to be defended in the fourth and fifth years.
The curriculum offers three research tracks: Consumer Behaviour, Quantitative Marketing, and Marketing Strategy, totaling 54 credits, combining coursework and dissertation work. Read more
International Faculty Mentors
Venkatesh Shankar
Professor of Marketing and Ford Chair in Marketing and E-Commerce
Mays Business School, Texas A&M University
Area of Research: Marketing Strategy and Quantitative Models
Aparna Labroo
Professor of Marketing
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Area of Research: Consumer Behaviour
Sundar Bharadwaj
Professor of Marketing and The Coca-Cola Company Chair of Marketing
Terry School of Business, University of Georgia
Area of Research: Marketing Strategy
Shailendra Pratap Jain
Professor of Marketing and Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing
Foster School of Business, University of Washington
Area of Research: Consumer Behaviour
Felicitas Morhart
Vice Dean and Professor of Marketing,
Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Lausanne, Switzerland
Area of Research: Consumer Behaviour
Ram Janakiraman
Professor of Marketing Analytics
Poole College of Management, North Carolina State University
Area of Research: Quantitative Models
Dhananjay Nayakankuppam
Professor of Marketing and Henry B. Tippie Research Fellow
Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa
Area of Research: Consumer Behaviour
Narayanan Janakiraman
Associate Professor of Marketing
University of Texas at Arlington
Area of Research: Consumer Behaviour
Resident Faculty Mentors
Suresh Ramanathan
Dean & Principal
Dr. Bala V Balachandran Distinguished Professor of Marketing & Strategy
Area of Expertise: Marketing & Strategy
Vidya Mahambare
Union Bank Chair Professor of Economics and Director, Research
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Area of Expertise: Microeconomics, Monetary policy, Gender and Employment, International Trade, Development Economics
Sriram.D
Professor and Program Director, PGDM
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Area of Expertise: Sales and Distribution, Marketing, Customer Experience, Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Raj Krishnan Shankar
Associate Professor and Program Director, PGDM
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Area of Expertise: Entrepreneurship & Strategy
Benefits
- Admitted scholars will receive a tuition fee stipend of Rs. 50,000 for the initial two years, increasing to Rs. 65,000 for the subsequent two years. Fifth-year funding is contingent upon satisfactory progress on the dissertation.
- Single-occupancy campus accommodation will be provided (subject to availability). Limited on-campus housing is provided for married students.
- Scholars receive funding for attending conferences, collecting data, purchasing software/books through their faculty advisor’s research budget, and a new, customised laptop.
- Scholars and their immediate family (spouse and dependents) are covered by the institute’s Group Health Insurance Policy.
