XIM University is a highly reputed higher education institution. Located in Bhubaneswar, it offers Part-Time PhD programs in a wide range of academic disciplines. This program at XIM is designed for busy professionals looking to transform their careers in academia and research. Working professionals can pursue this program without having to put their careers on hold. Xavier Institute of Management offers this program in a hybrid/blended mode. Students can balance their doctoral research with other commitments simultaneously. XIM Part-Time PhD is provided for a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years. 

The curriculum of this program is designed to offer significant research opportunities. The research is mainly based on academia and focuses on knowledge enhancement in a particular field. Students get opportunities to generate high-quality research. As the XIM Part-Time PhD is offered in hybrid mode, scholars need to visit the campus for research purposes. Moreover, scholars also need to meet the on-campus requirement of 1 year (For candidates with a Master’s degree) and 2 years (For candidates with 4 year/8 8-semester Bachelor's degree). Admissions are taken through the XIM Research Aptitude Test (XRAT). The admission process also includes a research presentation and a personal interview. However, candidates with UGC-NET JRF can avail an exemption from the  XRAT. 

Working professionals who cannot meet the on-campus and admission requirements of the XIM Part-Time PhD can consider the Online DBA Doctorate. This is a globally recognized full online doctoral degree with minimal admission requirements. Moreover,  this program is offered in a completely online mode, which eliminates any obligation for a campus visit. The research is more practical and applied, which can be implemented to address real-world problems. This program is offered by prestigious international universities with no entrance requirements. This online doctorate can be completed within 3 years, with eligibility to use the “Dr.” title.