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Ph.D. Programme
IBPS is affiliated with Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University (SNDTWU) for Ph.D. in Management Studies under the Faculty of Commerce and Management.Students allotted by the University work under the guidance of the following faculty members of the institute who have received formal recognition as guides from the University:
Prof. Vipin K Chilana
Dr. Sombala Ningthoujam
Dr. Shevata
Dr. Rupali Joshi
At present there are 15 scholars enrolled with IBPS for their doctoral degree in Management.
Titles of Ph.D. Thesis guided by IBPS Faculty
- 1. Study of Learning Organisation: its Correlates and impact on Employee Job behaviour and Organisational effectiveness
- 2. A Study of Neuro-Linguistic Programming and its impact on Personality, Cognition and organizational Behaviour
- 3. A Study of effects of representational systems, meta - programs and Learning styles on academic achievement of Management Students
- 4. The Great Maratha Warrior: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - A Study on Transformational Leadership and Institution Building
- 5. Corporate governance as an effective tool in combating corporate frauds a study of Indian financial sector
- 6. Job retention overriding the salaries the widening dilemma of educated India
- 7. Use of Adversity Quotient®(AQ®) in Creating Strong Business Leaders of Tomorrow
- 8. Performance Management System and its Relationship with Employment engagement in Service Industry
Titles of Ph.D. Thesis of IBPS Faculty (Research carried out on IBPS data)
Relationship between tests used for officers selection in Banks and certain biographic variables
A Study on the effect of demographic factors on the performance of the candidates on different ability and aptitude tests in the clerical selection examination for recruitment to Banks
A Critical Study of the Reliability and Validity of the Battery of Selection Tests with special reference to the Relationship between Job-Performance and Job-Satisfaction of the Banking Personnel
Research and Analysis
IBPS systems have their roots in psychometric principles. The Institute carries out research and analysis on a regular basis to strengthen, fine tune and restructure its processes. Continuous analysis is carried out with regard to parameters of tests and items used in selection in order to facilitate test construction.The research undertaken by the Institute can be broadly divided into two-
Technical research pertaining to psychometrics for the Institute to fine-tune systems and to adopt best practices
Research studies to analyse demographic variables, performance in examinations to provide feedback to organisations to innovate regarding selection methodologies and procedures
Library
The Library of the Institute is a rich and valuable resource having a vast range of magazines, books and periodicals and also well stocked with books on Psychology, Psychometrics, Psychological Measurement, Educational measurement, Management and other related subjects.
Besides, the institute has a repository of many major standardised Psychometric Tests. These instruments and inventories are used for research purposes.
Publication
IBPS has had a strong tradition of research and information sharing since its inception through the publication of in-house journal and periodicals such as Chintan, Spandan, Sajag, Suchayanika and Research Monograph. These in-house publications serve as a forum to convey and disseminate information on emerging areas, new developments and challenges in assessments as well as learnings from external programmes.
The quarterly house journal, provides information of meetings, events and activities happening in the Institute.
The half-yearly e-newsletter on risk management, titled “Sajag”, meaning ‘Watchful’ or ‘Alert’, covers risk incidents, like unfair mean problems faced during the examinations as well as positive developments, for instance quality initiatives, relating to the peer organisations in the niche sector of recruitment and promotion examinations.
An annual in-house publication, provides a platform for publication of research undertaken by faculty of the Institute as well as serving as a medium for scholarly discussion through publication of empirical research and academic articles across the spectrum of testing and assessment.
The Institute publishes its annual magazine “Spandan’ to showcase creative abilities of its employees through articles, poetry and stories etc.
It is a biannual publication to share insights on development, discuss emerging areas, practices in the field of assessment and provides new direction for the benefit of the faculty and stakeholders.
Learning and Professional Development
The Institute conducts various programmes throughout the year to foster professional learning, growth, and skill enhancement among its faculty and staff. Select faculty members are also deputed to premier management institutes in India to strengthen their strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.
IBPS Colloquium Series
The “IBPS Colloquium Series”, initiated in the year 2021, provides the faculty a platform to interact, peer review, generate ideas for research and discuss about the studies undertaken in the fields of HR, Psychology, Psychometrics and Education.
Workshops & Trainings
The Institute regularly conducts workshops and training sessions across diverse domains to foster continuous learning and skill development among its employees. These programmes are designed to enhance both technical and soft skills, promote innovation, and keep the workforce aligned with evolving industry standards. Programmes such as — Enhancing Interpersonal skills and managerial effectiveness, Introduction to Data Analysis, Women Leadership, Leading at the Speed of Trust, Machine Learning for Business and many more have been organised.
Outbound Training
The Institute conducts an annual outbound training programme for its faculty and staff members. This initiative is designed to help participants recognize their strengths, identify areas for improvement, and build stronger teamwork through hands-on learning and engaging activities. The event encourages collaboration and personal development in a dynamic and enjoyable setting. With enthusiastic participation from employees across all levels, the programme consistently receives positive feedback and appreciation.