Innovation, Knowledge and Unity – Vitality of Research in MBA Programs

Research fosters awareness and deeper understanding of one. Research is known to be the process of investigating any topic or idea to uncover some deep lying concepts or information, or use existing set of knowledge in an innovative way to come up with new concepts. It helps to bridge the gap between what a person learns theoretically and its practical application in real life projects. In this blog I will be sharing some insights regarding the vitality of Research work in MBA Program.

Research is the backbone of an institution as it enhances its reputation in the external world when papers would be published in famous journals in the Q1 category. It fosters an environment of academic excellence and innovation which is something that students seek for nowadays. As far as perspective of students are concerned, it will help them sharpen their analytical skill set, improve problem solving and critical thinking abilities and also enhance effective communication. The aforementioned skills and abilities play a quintessential role in equipping future business leaders to survive in this dynamic business world.

Analytical Skills – This skill will help dissect complex problems, interpret data and derive meaningful conclusions. For business leaders deriving such conclusions is necessary as incorporating those results into decision making will prove his/her efficiency, hence when students learn to critically evaluate information, a competency is created that makes them indispensable to the organisation.

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking – Identifying problems or research gaps requires critical thinking. Being in a managerial position, one may come across business problems daily, with proper practise of critical thinking fresh solutions can be identified and quick decisions can be made thereby driving industry advancements without any hindrance.

Effective Communication – This is the cornerstone of any business leader. In research work, presentation of the paper requires proper articulate and assertive communication skills. Similarly for managers it is pre requisite to articulate complex ideas in an unambiguous manner and present it with assertiveness. Such skills are highly valued in the corporate world.

Networking – Doing research work in collaboration with the institute faculty and faculties from external institutions will lead in building valuable professional relationship and network connections with them which will in turn prove to be fruitful in advancement in the corporate world as one can receive mentorship and gain insights into various industries and business practices.

To conclude research work, strengthens the foundation of an MBA Program as it amalgamates or unifies knowledge with innovation and procreates new ways and methods to solve new world problems. Hence to convert oneself from a simple Post Grad student into a successful leader and create an impact in the business world, working towards a Research project with due diligence is necessary.

Ahana Basu

MBA Batch 2024-26