Research Policy

  1. Introduction

Sahrdaya Institute of Management Studies (SIMS) upholds a strong commitment to academic excellence, intellectual inquiry, and impactful research in the domain of business management and allied disciplines. The institution fosters a research culture that promotes scholarly contributions, industry-relevant studies, ethical inquiry, and interdisciplinary collaborations. This Research Policy serves as a guiding framework to regulate and promote research activities within the institution, ensuring integrity, quality, and societal impact.

  1. Objectives

The objectives of the research policy are as follows:

  • To establish a robust research ecosystem that encourages faculty and students to undertake high-impact studies.
  • To facilitate interdisciplinary, collaborative, and industry-oriented research.
  • To promote publications in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, books, and patents.
  • To support faculty and scholars in securing research grants and funding from reputed agencies.
  • To ensure ethical research practices and adherence to international research standards.
  • To strengthen academic-industry partnerships for practical and applied research.
  1. Scope of Research

The research activities at SIMS encompass but are not limited to:

  • Fundamental and applied research in management and related fields.
  • Industry-driven studies addressing business challenges and emerging trends.
  • Faculty and student research projects under institutional and external funding.
  • Publication of research papers, case studies, books, and patents.
  • Consultancy and advisory services for businesses and government agencies.
  • Collaboration with universities, research centers, and industry leaders.
  1. Research Governance

The Research Committee at SIMS, chaired by the Director, shall oversee all research activities. The committee shall:

  • Formulate and review research policies periodically.
  • Provide guidance for faculty and doctoral research initiatives.
  • Facilitate research grants, funding opportunities, and collaborations.
  • Ensure adherence to research ethics, intellectual property rights, and plagiarism norms.
  • Encourage participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs.
  1. Research Incentives and Support

To promote a thriving research environment, SIMS shall:

  • Provide financial assistance and seed funding for faculty and student research projects.
  • Offer incentives and recognition for publications in Scopus-indexed, ABDC-listed, and UGC-approved journals.
  • Support faculty members in obtaining research grants from government and private funding agencies.
  • Facilitate infrastructure and resources, including access to databases, software, and research journals.
  • Establish mentorship programs for research scholars and young faculty members.
  1. Ethical Research Practices

SIMS upholds the highest standards of ethics and integrity in research. All researchers shall:

  • Adhere to plagiarism policies and ensure originality in their work.
  • Follow ethical guidelines in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Seek necessary approvals from Institutional Ethics Committees where required.
  • Maintain transparency, accountability, and responsible conduct in research.
  1. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Patents

The institution encourages innovation and patent filing in research. The key guidelines include:

  • Faculty and scholars shall retain rights to their original work, subject to institutional regulations.
  • SIMS shall provide support in patent filing and commercialization of research outcomes.
  • Researchers shall duly acknowledge institutional and funding agency support in publications and patents.
  1. Research Consultancy and Industry Collaboration

SIMS actively engages in research consultancy with industries, government bodies, and corporate organizations. The institution:

  • Encourages faculty to undertake consultancy projects to address real-world business challenges.
  • Facilitates corporate partnerships for research and knowledge exchange.
  • Ensures fair revenue-sharing mechanisms for consultancy and sponsored research projects.
  1. Monitoring and Evaluation

The Research Committee shall regularly monitor and evaluate research progress. The assessment shall be based on:

  • Quality and impact of publications in reputed journals.
  • Grants secured, patents filed, and industry collaborations established.
  • Participation in conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs.
  • Societal and industry relevance of research contributions.