The Ph.D. Programme at MKSSS’S Smt. Hiraben Nanavati Institute of Management & Research for Women is affiliated and recognized by the Savitribai Phule Pune University and follows the UGC guidelines. It was established on 26th September 2002. The programme prepares the students in the career of research and teaching. It facilitates the research students to develop the in-depth understanding of their respective areas of specialization. The students demonstrate their independent research thinking through publications in top class academic journals and make scholarly presentations of their work. Their contributions extend not only to business practices, but also to public policy and governance. The Institute offers the Ph.D. programme in the discipline of Management, with specializations in Human Resource Management, Marketing Management and Financial Management.

The objectives of the programme are as follows;

  1. To develop extensive knowledge in the area of specialisation
  2. To expertise the research methodological and analytical skills required in the area of research
  3. To design and execute original research in the area of specialisation
  4. To promote research that enhances progress and well-being

* Research Guides:

The Research Guides associated to the Research Programme are as listed below;

  1. Dr. Mihika M. Kulkarni (Human Resource Management)
  2. Dr. Ashok Pawar (Marketing Management)
  3. Dr. Sonali N. Parchure (Financial Management)
  4. Dr.Jyoti Gaikwad (Marketing Management)
  5. Dr.Arpita Singh (Human Resource Management)

* Number of Research Students Enrolled:      14