Finding the Right PhD Topic — The First Step to a Meaningful Research Journey | Great Lakes Chennai

Finding the Right PhD Topic — The First Step to a Meaningful Research Journey

An exclusive webinar by Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

Choosing the right PhD topic is not just an academic decision — it’s a career-defining choice that shapes your research trajectory, intellectual identity, and long-term professional path. Many aspiring scholars struggle at this critical stage, unsure how to balance personal interests, research gaps, and feasibility.

To help you make informed and purposeful decisions, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, is hosting an insightful webinar on “Finding the Right PhD Topic” on 1 November 2025 (3:00 PM onwards).

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Why This Matters for Your Career

Your PhD topic is the foundation of your research journey — it determines your future publications, academic collaborations, and even post-doctoral or teaching opportunities. Selecting a topic that aligns with your passion, professional aspirations, and research potential is crucial for sustained motivation and impact.

This session will help you explore frameworks and practical tips for identifying research ideas that are original, relevant, and aligned with emerging academic trends.

Key Learning Outcomes

• How to identify and refine your research interests
• Evaluating the novelty, scope, and feasibility of a topic
• Understanding the intersection of passion and practicality
• Avoiding common pitfalls in topic selection
• Insights from experienced faculty mentors on how top scholars define their research agenda

Meet the Experts

Gain valuable perspectives from distinguished faculty at Great Lakes Institute of Management:

• Dr. Vidya Mahambare – Union Bank Chair Professor of Economics & Director (Research and FPM)
• Dr. Bharadhwaj S – Dr Bala V and Vasantha Balachandran Chair Professor of Marketing
• Dr. Ranjitha Ajay – Associate Professor – Finance and Area Chair: Finance & Economics

Their collective expertise covers years of guiding PhD candidates, mentoring research scholars, and evaluating doctoral proposals across diverse management domains.

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for:

• Doctoral aspirants preparing to begin their research journey
• Early-stage PhD scholars refining their research direction
• Academics and professionals considering a transition into research
• Anyone curious about how impactful research topics are identified and developed

Why Attend

• Learn from accomplished researchers and mentors
• Gain practical tools and frameworks to select your PhD topic
• Understand the link between academic interests and long-term career success
• Network with peers and faculty from one of India’s top management institutions

Event Details

📅 Date: 1 November 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00 PM onwards

📍 Platform: Online (Zoom)

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Need Guidance?

For queries or counseling support, contact:

📞 Gayathri, FPM Counselor – +91 7824011555 (9:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday)

✉️ Email: fpm.admissions@greatlakes.edu.in

About Great Lakes Institute of Management

The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at Great Lakes Institute of Management empowers aspiring scholars to pursue impactful research in diverse management domains. With a strong focus on mentorship, interdisciplinary learning, and academic excellence, Great Lakes continues to nurture future educators, researchers, and thought leaders who drive meaningful change through research.