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THESISGUIDELINESLast Updated on 07thFeb, 2012, (PGP/FW/10-12 &UGP/09-12


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What is a Thesis ?

A Thesis is a formal document to prove that an

original contribution to human knowledge hasbeen done .

Two important things:

Identify a worthwhile problem or question which has not

been previously answered

Solve the problem or answer the question

Research is simplygathering the information you need to

answer a question and thereby help you solve a problem.


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Difference between a Master and

Doctoral Thesis

MBA-Level Thesis

The contribution to

knowledge of a Master's

thesis can be in the

nature of an incremental

improvement in an area of

knowledge, or theapplication of known

techniques in a new area

Doctoral Thesis

The Ph.D. must be a

substantial and

innovative

contribution to

knowledge.


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Why Thesis ?

Fulfills requirement ofgetting Degree /Diploma

Provides an opportunity toexplore a topic in depth

Encourages a rigorous,logical and systematic

approach to problem-solving

Career development


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Unlearn?Originality is the key Originality is the key in the thesis work

Hence, students are advised to unlearn the art of faithfulreproduction of content (crudely termed as cut-copy-

paste technique) that they are used to from their K.G.

days in school to avoid the trap of PLAGIARISM

Instead, one has to remember that all thoughts, ideas,expressions, sentences, models, diagrams, tables, charts,

figures, etc. need to be necessarily ones own.

Anybody elses work that is referred, should be

necessarily acknowledged at the point of occurrence aswell as with appropriate reference, exhaustively detailed

in the bibliography. This rule applies right from the stage

of submission of thesis synopsis for topic approval, and

holds till the completion of the thesis


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Thesis Procedure Select a Area /domain and narrow it down to a topic

Write a topic proposal and Scope of work

Choose an External Guide

Talk to Guide (Internal and External ) regarding the proposed topic

Submission of Thesis synopsis ( Max 3 pages) to Internal Guide in hard copy with

the External guide letter

Approval of thesis synopsis by allotment of Registration Number sent throughemail

Submission of Response Sheets to Internal Guide

Submission of Final Thesis (I t should be between 10000 to 30000 words)

Appearing for the Viva Voce ( The candidate needs to handwrite at least 1200 to 1500words on the summary of thesis at the time of viva)

Note 1

: The Topic has to be chosen in that field where the student has been specialized

Note 2 : There would be marks deduction or rejection of thesis for Non compliance of thesis rules

Note 3 : Student General Identification Number is different from Thesis Registration Identification Number


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Thesis Synopsis (11 pointsfor approval)

1. Details of the student specifying your Name, Batch,

Specialization, Phone No. and Email Id

2. Desired Area student intends to do Research in (E.g.:Advertising, Branding, Performance appraisal, Industrial relations,

Capital/commodity market and corporate finance, Risk management,etc.)

3. Title of the thesis

4. Problem definition /hypothesis

5. Literature relating to the problem (I n brief)

Synopsis format

Continues in next file


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Thesis Synopsis (11 pointsfor approval)Contd.

6. Scope of your thesis work (in your own language)

7. Detailed Research Methodology (specifying sampling segment groups,sample sizes, and sampling techniques)

8. Justification for choosing a particular research proposal

9. Summer Training Topic (In Brief)

10. Details of the External guide (Name of the Guide, Qualification,Experience and Current Designation)

11. Approval letter from External Guide

( Signatory note from guide stating that he/she wouldguide you )

Note : The Approval letter should be either in the form of External guidessignature in the companys letter head or email print out from his /her official emailId or External guides signature letter with companys attestation or Externalguides signature letter attached with business card.


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Thesis Guide Internal Guide is the Thesis In charge of IIPM (Dept. of

Projects)

Student should have at least one External Guide

A student can choose more than one person as his/herExternal Guide

(Guide should be preferably from the relevant industry and domain. He/She can

choose any outside person as his/her guide. Institute reserves the right to approve

or reject the guide as suggested by the student)

It is advisableto choose a Guide who is well versed as well asexperienced in the area one has chosen.

For Ex : For Equity/ forex/commodity research A stock/research analyst )

A Guide is expected to ONLY counsel the students with

respect to the thesis work but not to solve the problems / dothe thesis on behalf of the student!


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Thesis Title

It should be precise.

It should be argumentative.

It should be an indication of the structure of the thesis.

It should not be an announcement.

It should reflect the key idea (s) of your project.

Try and use only single sentence for the Title.

It should be specific.

(Titles such as branding , risk mgt ,valuation etc. are notappreciated)


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Sources of Research Areas/TopicsMagazines / Journals /Essay Papers :

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applied finance, derivatives, M&A, case study, marketing, branding, advertising etc.

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Sample Approved HR Topics

Talent Acquisition And Onboarding In IT Industry: A case of XYZ Co

Training Need Identification In Haldia Refinery, Indian Oil Corporation

Ltd

Induction Training Program study At ABC Ltd.

Reward & Recognition System At PL Ltd.

Leadership Traits study at PQ Ltd.Validating Competency Mapping For Attaining The Best Quality Circle

Practices XYZ Co

Improving manpower utilization through effective manpower planning: A

study of ABC Co

Employee Engagement - A Study in Relation to XY Ltd.

Recruitment and selection Practices at YK Ltd.

A study on Succession Planning in XYZ Co.

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Sample Approved Finance Topics Credit Appraisal Process Of Home Finance Companies In India

Economic Determinants Of Security Analysis

Econometric Valuation Of CAPM Model Working Capital Management At Jubilant Organosys Ltd

Private Banking Model - ICICI Bank

Study Of Arbitrage Trends In Futures Market

Impact Of Intangible Assets On The Market Value Of Infosys

Significance Of CSR Reporting In Annual Reports Value Creation By Using Acquisition Growth Strategies

Human Asset Valuation In The IT Sector

Fundamental Study Of Zinc In The Global Scenario

Credit Risk Analysis In SME Banking (ICICI BANK)

Operational Activities And Capital Enhancement Of Oil India

Warehousing And Logistics Issues In Commodity Market

Direct And Indirect Benefits Of Agriculture Futures For Farmers

Identification Of Cost Reduction Opportunities In XYZ Co.


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Sample Approved Marketing Topics

An empirical study to enhance the market share of Airtel in Delhi & NCR

An empirical study of consumer behavior in the Hair color industry

An Empirical Study of Marketing Strategies of Vodafone

A Study on the Sales and Distribution Strategies of AVIVA Life Insurance

A Study on Market Perception of ICICI Prudential and Market Penetration inDelhi and NCR

Effectiveness of Advertising Strategies - A Case of Indian Soft Drink

Role of Advertisement in the Purchase Behavior of Women

Customer Satisfaction - A Study of Select Private Hospitals in Delhi

Strategies to increase the Market Share of Mother Dairy Ice Cream

Market Mapping of Havells Fan Division

An Empirical study to determine strategies for Coca Cola to increase marketshare in Muzaffarpur


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Sample Approved Marketing TopicsStrategic Analysis study with respect to Suzlon Energy (Wind-power Market)

Factors Affecting Sale Of Saloni Brand Mustard Oil In Agra Region

Impact Of Sales Promotion On Customer Retention

Brand Loyalty Of Teenagers (Industry Apparel)

Preference Of Youth Towards Foreign Brand And Indian Brand Industry -

Textile

Implementation Of Six-sigma () Technique In Fast Food Service IndustryLeads Generation In Sync With Sales Force Survey Of XY Ltd.

Study Of The Brand Positioning Of Philips

Competitive Intelligence Study Of Bisleri In Mineral Water Market

Marketing Of Software Through Search Engine Optimization

Market Research On The Perception Of Youth Toward The Counterfeit And

Fake Products

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Sample Approved Marketing Topics

Export Marketing Strategies Of Leather Footwear And Footwear Components In

UK And Germany Havell's (Branding) Position In The Switchgear Segment.

Export Potential Of Handicraft Items To EU Countries

The Indigenous Product Placement And Strategic Analysis Of Dealer Perception Of

Videocon Air Conditioners

Scope & Feasibility Of Supply Of Cotton To Various Spinners In Punjab

An empirical study of the distribution network of Coca Cola in South Delhi

Dealer evaluation study for Anchor Industries

Sales Promotion Schemes - A Study in Relation to Consumer Electronics

Assessment Of Demand & User Preference For Surgical Medical Equipments &

Implants For Neuro-spine, Endoscopy & Orthopedic Segment At XYZ Ltd

Study Of The Retail Operations Of Mother Dairy Fruits And Vegetable Unit, And

Suggesting Improvements In Light Of Emerging Competitions

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FORMAT OF A THESIS

The Manuscript consists of three main parts

The Prel iminar ies

The Content or the text

The References


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The Preliminaries Title Page

Abstract

Certificate of Originality

Thesis Topic approval letter sent over email

Acknowledgments

Table of Contents

List of Figures & Tables

Synopsis

Note : Prelimi nary pages

Numbering shoul d be in lower case Roman numerals; Centered at the bottom of the page; Numbers atleast inch from bottom edge


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The Preliminaries Acknowledgments:

- It should generally include acknowledgment of assistance received from various persons

.- Center the heading ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Table of Contents:

- Lists all sections with page numbers ;Double space between entries; Single space withinentries

List of Figures:

-Required if figures appear in thesis

- Non-text items; Numbered consecutively throughout

List of Tables:

-Required if tables appear in the thesis

- Tables should be numbered consecutively throughout.

Synopsis: Original synopsis (without any alternations) should be attached.


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A General Thesis Content

IntroductionLiterature Review

Methodology

Report of Data CollectionFindings & AnalysisRecommendations

Conclusions & Implications

NOTE: Page Numbering should be in Arabic numerals ;Upper, r ight-hand

corner; At least inch f rom edge


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Recommendations:

It should be based on resolving the Research problem. A thesis is written

from a consultants perspective.

Conclusions & Implications:

It should include how the data collected and the literature reviewed,

together contribute to answering the research questions and resolving theresearch problem.



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A General Thesis Content Introduction:

Introduction of research problem; introduction of objectives;introduction of how objectives will be achieved (methodology).

Literature Review :Relevant literature to establish a sound base for the proposed

research. This should NOT contain full-fledged reports / articlesby somebody else. Only a review, with proper mention of thesource at the point of occurrence is permissible. The referenceshould necessarily be condensed and be re-worded entirely andexpressed in your own way. You could use the following style: In

his article (report) on "...", the author,......(brief source), mentionsthat ....... In case there is something terribly important which youcannot express in your own words, you could give a quote thatdoes not exceed 4 - 5 lines (i.e. 1 paragraph), with properreference. Superscript notation may be followed, with the

complete exhaustive reference mentioned also in the bibliography.


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Example of reference technique that

may be used throughout the thesis

Main text extract:-In CNN-Moneys January 29, 2008 report5 titled, Wal-Mart gets its bank - in Mexico, CarolynWhelan says that Wal-Mart decided to get into consumer banking because more than threequarters of the households in Mexico do not have a savings account. Easier proceduralpermission from government, a huge potential market, along with an established credibility ofWal-Marts brand confidence known for superior service at low cost, are factors that have led toWal-Marts retail banking operations in Mexico. Indeed, this is to capture the fortune at the bottom

of the pyramid6

, an activity it could not do in any other global market, including on home turf, i.e.the U.S.7

Bibliography extract:-1. Christopher A. Bartlett and Sumantra Ghoshal, Managing across Borders, Cambridge, Harvard Business School

Press 1989

2. Fortune 2007 Global 500The Worlds Largest Corporations, Vol. 156, No.2, July 23, 2007, Fortune Asia, Time

Asia (Hong Kong) Limited, 2007

3. Wal-Mart International > International Operations > International Data Sheet,

http://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=371

4. ibid, http://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=14

5. Wal-Mart gets its bank - in Mexico, CNN-Money, January 29, 2008,

http://money.cnn.com/2008/01/28/news/international/walmart_bank.fortune/index.htm

6. Wal-Mart's Base of the Pyramid Play, Submitted by Rob Katz on November 27, 2006,

http://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-play

7. Wal-Mart Will Offer Retail Banking in Mexico, an Underserved Market - ELISABETH MALKIN, New York Times,

Published: November 24, 2006 http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/24/business/worldbusiness/24walmart.html

8. Geoff Colvin, The defiant one, The Fortune 500, Vol. 155, No.7, April 30, 2007, pp 74-79
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/24/business/worldbusiness/24walmart.htmlhttp://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=371http://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=14http://money.cnn.com/2008/01/28/news/international/walmart_bank.fortune/index.htmhttp://www.nextbillion.net/author/rob-katzhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/24/business/worldbusiness/24walmart.htmlhttp://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/24/business/worldbusiness/24walmart.htmlhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/blogs/2006/11/27/wal-marts-base-of-the-pyramid-playhttp://www.nextbillion.net/author/rob-katzhttp://money.cnn.com/2008/01/28/news/international/walmart_bank.fortune/index.htmhttp://money.cnn.com/2008/01/28/news/international/walmart_bank.fortune/index.htmhttp://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=14http://walmartstores.com/GlobalWMStoresWeb/navigate.do?catg=371


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A General Thesis Content(contd.) Methodology (how the results were achieved):

Explanation of how data was collected/generated and analyzed An

explanation of methodological problems and their solutions oreffects

Results - report of data collection:

Report on the data collected using the research methods and

techniques . Analyze data, and patterns, in terms of data collectionmethodology

Recommendations:

It should be based on resolving the Research problem. A thesis is

written from a consultants perspective. Conclusions & Implications:

It should include how the data collected and the literaturereviewed, together contribute to answering the research questions,

and resolving the research problem.The indicat ive length fo r a thesis is: i t sh ou ld be between 10000 to 30000 wo rds


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Research Methodology

It constitutes two parts

It Should cover the following details: Method used

Tool used

Target Audience

Sample size

Sampling method used

Research Area

Considerations :

It must be appropriate to the objective of your study Combined methodology is appreciated

Justifications regarding specific methods chosen or used


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Data collection methodsPrimary Data

Original data collected for a specific research goalE.g.: Questionnaire surveys; Interviews: informal or structured

Observation: Participant (overt) or covert (masked identity) etc

Secondary Data

Data originally collected for a different study, used again for a new research question.Ex: Published statistics , Published texts , documents, forms ,reports etc

Qualitative data (Qualitative marketing research)Generally used for exploratory purposes - small number of respondents - not generalizable tothe whole population - statistical significance and confidence not calculated - examplesinclude focus groups, depth interviews, and projective techniques

Quantitative data (Quantitative marketing research)Data that can be described in terms of objects, variables and their values.

Gene rally used to draw conclusions - tests a specific hypothesis - uses random samplingtechniques so as to infer from the sample to the population - involves a large number ofrespondents - examples include surveys and questionnaires.

Data involving understandings of the complexity, detail and context of the research

subject, often consisting of texts such as interview transcripts and field notes, but also

audiovisual material.

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References

Bibliography

- It should include all works which are referred to in the thesis .- May be placed at the end of the main text .

- Use any standard manual .If one is not using a style manual, single spacewithin each entry and double space between the entries.

Appendices

- Inclusions : Articles , Questionnaire format ,Old forms or reports,Sample filled questionnaires with Business cards attached

- Exclusions : Case study, Power point slides

Response Sheets

- All thesis should contain all the Response Sheets in the prescribedformat. All theses should contain at least 6 Response Sheets in theprescribed format (These should have also been e-mailed previously,after every interaction with the external guide).

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References

Bibliography

--It should include all works which are referred to in the thesis .-- May be placed at the end of the main text .

-- Use any standard manual. If one is not using a style manual,single space within each entry and double space between theentries.

Appendices

Inclusions : Articles, Questionnaire format, Old forms or reports

Exclusions : Case study, Power point slides, Filled questionnaire

Response Sheets


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Thesis work follow up Response Sheets

Response sheet - format & submission:

Details of the student (Name, Batch, Alumni Id, Phone No. andEmail Id)

Thesis synopsis ( Attached with the response sheet every time )

Progress of the work : Students are supposed to send actual workcontent (like preparation of the questionnaire , data collection,analysis done etc. which is generally considered as the main area ofthe thesis )

Note: -- Whenever a student sends his/her response sheet, he/she has tosend all the previous response sheets along with the thesis synopsis.

-- Response sheets can be sent through email or can be given inperson.

-- All response sheets need to be appended to the report


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Layout Requirements

Spacing

Font

Margins

Paper

Overall appearance

Printing the final copy


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Layout RequirementsSpacing

1.5 Inch space or Double space throughout

Exceptions: Title page and approval page, Table of contents, Captions, table or figure headings,

Extensive quotations, Footnotes or endnotes, Entries in reference section, Appendices.

Font

Any standard font is acceptable; Use the same font throughout;

Use font size 12

Exceptions:Captions (not smaller than 9 point), Headings (not larger than 20 point)

Margins

Pages must have at least:1.5 inch left margin; 1 inch top, bottom, and right margins

Exceptions:page numbers must have at least inch clearance from each edge

Header and Footer

The Header should include the Institutes Logo with Name (extreme left)The footer should include the Students Batch ( Extreme left) and Thesis Alumni IdNumber ( Extreme Right )

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Layout Requirements

Paper

8.5 X 11 inches (A-4 Size), White bond,25% (or higher) cotton content.

Overall AppearanceAll corrections should be made before final copy is printed

Unacceptable:Overstrikes or cross-outs, Handwritten additions orcorrections, Lines, dots or shading from paste-ups .

Printing the Final Copy--- Print must be sharp and of uniform darkness ; One side only.

Every content of the thesis should be in New Page

-- Cover should include followingHard Bounded form (Black color)stating Institute Logo ,Name and Place; Thesis Title ;Student Name,Alumni No, Batch ; Thesis Guide ; Title and Alumni No ( cover Side );Capital letters in Golden color; Portrait format

Title and Alumni No. should be mentioned on the cover side.


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Thesis Deadlines

1. SYNOPSIS:

To be submitted to the AcademicsDepartment :M r.S.P.Bharath Kumar viaemail : [email protected]

Submission of Thesis synopsisin Hard

copy ( Due date: On or before 31st

March 2012 )

Submission of at least Six responsesheets before submission of finalthesis (Every time the guide isconsulted )

Note :Delay in synopsis submission willattract penalty of 5 marks per weekfrom the last due date)

2. F INAL COMPLETED THESIS:

To be submitted to the AcademicsDepartment : M r.B.Love Kumar in theform of 1 Hard copies & 1 CD containingsoft copy

Submission of Final Thesis

( Due Date: on or before 30th

June 2012)One Hard copy + One soft copy

Submission of Redo Final Thesis

(Due Date: Within 30 days from the dateof rejection )

Note : Delay in submission of final thesis andredo thesis will attract penalty and alsodisqualify the student for convocation.

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Thesis work follow upResponse Sheets

Response sheet - format & submission:

Details of the student [ Name (as per IIPM records) ,Batch, Section, Alumni Id,Phone No and Email Id )

Thesis synopsis ( Attached with the response sheet every time )

Progress of the work (should be sent as separate attachment ): Students aresupposed to send actual work content ( like preparation of the questionnaire ,data collection , analysis done etc. which is generally considered as the mainarea of the thesis )

Note: - Whenever a student sends his/her response sheet, he/she has to send all

the previous response sheets along with the thesis synopsis .

- Response sheets can be sent through Email or can be given in person .

- All response sheets need to be appended to the report

- The I nsti tute reserves the ri ght to reject any thesis for which response sheets have not been received


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Purpose of the Viva Voce examination

To examine whether value addition to the existing knowledge wasgenerated

To establish that the research has been carried out independently

and genuinely by the candidate

To determine the candidates understanding of the literature used in

the thesis

To examine the conceptual and logical approach and research

techniques used in the thesis.

To allow the candidate to defend the originality of the thesis


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Thesis Viva Voce Examination

GuidelinesPurpose of the Viva Voce examination:

To examine whether value addition to the existingknowledge was generated

To establish that the research has been carried outindependently and genuinely by the candidate

To determine the candidates understanding of theliterature used in the thesis

To examine the conceptual and logical approach andresearch techniques used in the thesis.

To allow the candidate to defend the originality of thethesis


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Late Submission FinesAll students are encouraged to complete the thesis on time and submit thesame by the due date. Only then can the academic team start the multi-

level evaluation process. Without the successful completion of the thesis,the diploma / degree application forms shall not be accepted / forwardedfor Convocation.

Please be informed that all ex-students up to 2006-2008 batch will attracta penalty of Rs. 5000 (five thousand only) for submitting their thesis

late, as on 04th December, 2010. This is subject to revision.

For students of 2007-2009 batch, the penalty amount as on 04th

December, 2010, is Rs.1000 (one thousand only).

Kindly note that this is just a deterrent. Students should ensure that theymake submissions on time, and thereby dont need to pay any fine.

In case of rejected thesis, it has to be re-submitted with a re-do fee ofRs.200 (two hundred only), as on 4th December, 2010.


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Thesis Evaluation Format

Research objective /problem definition: Weightage: 05Research methodology /Description: Weightage: 05

Research results/analysis/technical presentation: Weightage: 30

Achievement of aims / research objectives: Weightage: 10

Originality /Value addition: Weightage: 10

Quality of recommendations & conclusion: Weightage: 20

Relevance of the Literature used: Weightage: 10Structure and presentation of the thesis: Weightage: 05

Assessment of Process: Weightage: 05

(Independency, Pace, Response sheet follow-ups)

TOTAL : 100

Deductions (if any) for non-compliance* (Late submission of synopsis,Guides signature missing on the final thesis, topic approval lettermissing, non-submission of response sheets, etc) : Max. 15 marks


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Viva Voce Methodology

Viva questions would be related to:

The Objectives (both primary and secondary) of

the thesis

The Methodology used and the justification forthe same.

The research location and duration of research

The commercial viability of the researchSuggested research in related field

References used


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Thesis Evaluation Parameters

Research objective/ problem definition / Scope of thesis

Research methodology / Description used

Research results//analysis

Achievement of aims / research objectives

Originality //Value addition

Quality of recommendations & conclusion

Relevance of the Literature used

Structure and technical presentation of the thesis

( Writing style , Grammar, Punctuation ,Spelling ,communicativeness and Layout requirements )

Assessment of Process

(Independency shown by the student , Pace of work and Response sheet follow-ups)

Viva Performance and Assessment of handwritten summary of thesis work

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Check list -1 Ensure that the set research objective /problem has been achieved/solved.

Ensure that your thesis extends the understanding of a subject and makes an additionalcontribution to Human knowledge.

Ensure that the data collected has been properly analyzed .

Ideally a thesis is a combination of secondary as well as primary data. However therequirements may vary depending on the topic chosen

Ensure that the wri ting styleshould remain same throughoutthe thesis report. Plagiarismwould lead to rejection of thesis.

Ensure that preliminary requirements (Thesis topic approval mail, Guide signatory page andsynopsis) have been met.

Students mustalways use the thesis title as approved and sent to them by email

Ensure that the structural requirements have been met.

Ensure that grammar, punctuation marks etc have been met.

The student should use Thesis Registration Identification Number but not the Student

General Identification Number

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Check list -2

The Final Thesis report should be between 10000 to 30000 words

The format for the Approval letter is different from the certificate of originality which has tobe arranged from the external guide.

The approval letter / Certificate of Originality should be either in the form of Externalguides signature in the companys letter head or email print out from his /her official emailId or External guides signature letter with companys attestation or External guidessignature letter attached with business card

Ensure that Appendices include Articles ,News papers cuttings , Questionnaire format ,Oldforms or reports, Sample filled questionnaires with Business cards attached.

Ensure that Paper used in the thesis should of 8.5 X 11 inches (A-4 Size) , White bond,25% (orhigher) cotton content

Ensure all data , tables and graphs should be in the color format

Final Thesis should be submitted in the form of a single Hard copy along with a soft copy

There would be marks deduction or rejection of thesis for Non compliance of thesis rules


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Viva Voce Marks & Date

Marks Allotted for the Viva VoceThough the maximum marks allotted are 25 marks, butthe institute reserves the right to reject any thesis if thecandidate completely fails to perform in the Viva Voce.

Viva Voce Date:

Once the thesis has been submitted, the candidatehimself/herself should give the date (s) when he/shewould be available for the Viva Voce. The candidateshould email regarding the prospective Viva Voce dates(at least three dates), so that proper arrangement can be

made accordingly. The Email should be sent at least oneweek before the date (s) of conduct of the Viva Voce.The candidate must bring the thesis in soft copy (CD)form on the date of conduct of the Viva Voce.


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Viva Voce Date & Thesis ResultLocation:

Thesis Viva Voce would be held at IIPM Chennai Campus only. Ifthere is any change in the location, the candidate would beintimated about the changed location by proper mode ofcommunication.

Duration:

The length of the viva voce examination may vary in accordancewith different disciplinary practices and will depend on theexaminers requirements. As a guideline, it would normally be inthe range of twenty minutes and a maximum of one hour.

Declaration of Thesis Result:-

The candidate can expect the thesis result within a month from

the date of completion of the Viva Voce. But the institute reservesthe right to put off the result, if any further clarification is requiredfrom the candidate or any re-evaluation is required. Generally,thesis marks would be intimated by official email Id. The Institutereserves the right to hold the thesis result for those candidateswho fail to appear for the Viva Voce.


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Contact

For email correspondence, topic approval,response sheets, contact:

[email protected], Phone:044-30276827

Carbon copy toProf.R.Krishnan:[email protected],Phone:044-

30276820For Mentorship interaction and Thesissubmission and viva dates after submissionof yourthesis,contact:[email protected],Phone:0

44-30276820 Carbon copy to

[email protected],Phone:044-30276827


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