The Institute has full-fledged Research department affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University to promote research and consultancy related activities. The centre was established on 26^th September-2002. Administrative help, academic assistance, financial support and execution autonomy is given to researchers for smooth progress and implementation of research/live projects in collaboration with industry and Board of Deans (Previously called as Board of College and University Development). Institute has received grants from Board of Deans (Previously called as Board of College and University Development) for various research projects. Also, the institute regularly conducts workshops and conferences on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and industry academia practices. The institute motivates faculty members and students to publish their research work in reputed journals and conferences. Institute has also stated code of ethics to check malpractices and plagiarism in research. Institute has created ecosystem for transfer of knowledge.

The programme is designed by the SP Pune University to train participants in business management through excellent research guides. AIMS have supervisors with special experience to guide, encourage and advise students on preparing their written thesis.

HNIMR research centre is equipped with very good support from its rich Library Infrastructure wherein, statistical analysis and data management solution –Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) and a comprehensive database EBSCO is available.

The Plagiarism Software has been made available in the library to facilitate the students. We have membership of the British Library

Research Policy

1. Research Office Area-10.2 sq.m
2. Conference Room-56.21 sq.m for Ph.D related Presentations
3. Seminar Hall-112.42 sq.m for workshops/Conferences/Seminars
4. Auditorium-172.29 sq.m
5. Research Lab with SPSS version 25 (10 users),
6. MS Office of lab of 114.45 sq.mtr” [30 computers – i5 3 GHz HDD 1 TB DDR3 RAM 8GB] with unlimited internet access.
7. (a).2 desktop machines [1) HP i5 3 GHz HDD 1 TB DDR3 RAM 8GB 2) Core i3 HDD 500 GB RAM 4GB] ,(b). Laserjet Printer  HP P1008, (c). Unlimited internet access
8. Library facilities

HNIMR Library is a fully automated Information and Resource Centre. It is a well-stocked library with pleasant interiors and good ventilation. SLIM 21 Library Automation Software is used for all library operations. DDC (Dewey decimal classification) Scheme is used to classify all the documents of library subject wise. Library strives to develop, organize and maintain a collection of books, journals, etc. and other reading materials needed to meet the information, research, instructional and related needs of the users. With network facilities, the bibliographic details of all library documents can be accessed through WEB OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) throughout the institute. Library has collection of over 27629 books and subscription to over 54 excellent national and international journals and magazines. Library has subscribed to 11119 e-books and e-resources (EBSCO database) that helps users to acquire knowledge on wide range of topics. Access to Shodhganga – a reservoir of Indian Theses and NDLTD (Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations) resources is also provided by EBSCO. Theses, Project Reports and Bound Volumes are also stacked separately for users.

There is a separate reading hall for users with around 100 seating capacity. There is biometric attendance system to measure the footfalls of the library. E-resources are available in campus for users, which can be easily accessed in Digital Library and through Internet and Wi-Fi throughout the campus. Remote access facility is provided to users to access e-resources like EBSCO database and e-books subscribed by the Institute. EBSCO resources can accessed remotely through mobile app.

Library has membership of Jaykar Knowledge Resource Centre, SPPU, Pune. Library is also a member of National Digital library of India with registered Club on NDL. Library facilities and services, etc. are accessible to students and readers on institute’s website. The Webpage can be accessed on

Library – HNIMR

JIDNYASA  (ISSN Print: 0973-7936) is an annual peer-reviewed academic publication dedicated to advancing scholarship at the intersection of business management, economics, and organizational policy.

Published by  MKSSS’s.Smt.Hiraben Nanavati Institute of Management and research for Women,Pune,

The journal serves as a premier platform for original empirical research, theoretical developments, and managerial insights relevant to both emerging markets and global business ecosystems.

Editorial Policy

The journal follows a fair and transparent editorial process to maintain academic quality and integrity. All submitted manuscripts are evaluated through peer review by experts in the relevant field. The editorial team ensures that published articles are original, scientifically valid, ethically conducted, and relevant to the journal’s scope.

Submission Guidelines

Authors must submit original, unpublished manuscripts that follow the journal’s required format and style. Submissions should include proper citations, references, and necessary sections such as an abstract, keywords, methodology, results, and conclusion (as applicable). Manuscripts are reviewed before acceptance, and authors must follow ethical guidelines regarding plagiarism and research integrity.

Author Guidelines
Authors submitting manuscripts to the journal must ensure that their work is original, unpublished, and relevant to the scope of the journal. Manuscripts should be prepared according to the prescribed format and include necessary sections such as title, abstract, keywords, introduction, methodology, results, conclusion, and references, as applicable. Authors are responsible for maintaining research integrity by avoiding plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and other unethical practices. All sources must be properly cited, and authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the research. Submitted manuscripts will undergo editorial review and peer review before acceptance. Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest and provide accurate, transparent, and ethical reporting of their research findings.

Plagiarism Policy
The journal strictly prohibits plagiarism in any form. Authors must submit original work and provide appropriate citations and acknowledgments for all ideas, text, data, images, and findings derived from other sources. Any manuscript found to contain plagiarized content, duplicate publication, or unauthorized use of previously published material may be rejected or subject to further action according to journal guidelines.

Research Integrity Policy
The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity and ethical publishing practices. Authors are required to ensure that their research is conducted and reported honestly, accurately, and transparently. Manuscripts must present authentic data, clearly describe research methods, acknowledge all contributors, and follow ethical standards related to research conduct. Any form of research misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, unethical practices, or misrepresentation of results, will not be accepted.

Editorial Advisory Board

Patron –
Dr. Priyanka Singh
Editor-in-Chief – Dr. Mihika Kulkarni
Industry & Policy Advisory Board – Mr. Milind Mutalik, Mr. Yogesh Shinde


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