Structural Equation Modelling Techniques with SmartPLS

Advanced PLS-SEM: ANN, NCA, IPMA & FsQCA with SmartPLS

5-Day Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP)
(Includes 2 Months SmartPLS Key)

ServiceSetu Academics invites faculty members, research scholars, and industry professionals to an intensive 5-Day Online FDP on Advanced Structural Equation Modelling Techniques using SmartPLS. This programme is designed to equip participants with cutting-edge analytical skills required for high-quality research and publications.

Programme Details

Dates: 13–17 April 2026
Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM (IST)
Mode: Online (Google Meet)

About the FDP

This FDP offers a comprehensive understanding of advanced PLS-SEM techniques, integrating both quantitative and configurational approaches used in contemporary research. Participants will gain hands-on exposure to SmartPLS and related advanced methodologies.

Key Learning Outcomes

Master advanced PLS-SEM modelling and validation techniques
Understand mediation, moderation, and predictive modelling using ANN
Learn necessity-based approaches through NCA
Apply IPMA for managerial insights
Conduct configurational analysis using FsQCA
Integrate multiple methodologies for high-impact research publications

Programme Structure

Day 1 – Introduction to Advanced PLS-SEM
Overview of PLS-SEM, measurement model validation, and hands-on SmartPLS practice

Day 2 – Moderation, Mediation & Artificial Neural Networks (ANN)
Multi-group analysis, ANN integration, and predictive modelling

Day 3 – Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA) & Combined IPMA (cIPMA)
Effect size, necessity testing, and importance–performance mapping

Day 4 – Qualitative Comparative Analysis (FsQCA)
Truth tables, calibration, and software-based application

Day 5 – Integration & Application of Techniques
Hybrid modelling (PLS-SEM + NCA + FsQCA), research insights, and publication guidance

Speaker Profile

Prof. Manoj Kumar Mishra
Assistant Professor – Faculty of Management

16+ years of academic experience
40+ publications in Scopus-indexed (Q1/Q2) and ABDC-listed journals
Delivered 100+ workshops and FDPs across leading institutions
Expertise in: SPSS, AMOS, JAMOVI, SmartPLS, Power BI, Tableau, Meta-Essentials, NVivo, EViews, STATA, R Studio, and FsQCA

Who Should Attend

Faculty members in Management, Social Sciences, and allied disciplines
PhD/FPM scholars and early-stage researchers
Professionals engaged in data-driven research and analytics

FDP Registration

ServiceSetu Members: No Registration Fee

What You Will Receive

Certificate of Participation
Session Recordings
Hands-on training with SmartPLS (2-month access key included)