Driving Business Knowledge and Practice
Our Research Footprint
- Academic research published in reputed national and international journals
- Books and book chapters contributing to diverse management domains
- Consultancy projects executed with industry partners across functional areas
- Case studies developed and published for classroom teaching and executive learning
- Policy research informing governance, sustainability, and inclusive development
Research Papers
Books & Book Chapters
Published Case Studies
Books
IMDR, through the Arun Nahar Research Foundation, has been enriching academic and professional discourse through its diverse book publications. These works emerge from institutional-level research and funded initiatives that address contemporary challenges in areas such as financial management for MSMEs, evolving human resource practices, digital transformation, and sustainable innovation.
Each publication reflects IMDR’s commitment to producing knowledge that is socially conscious and practically relevant. By combining rigorous research with real-world insights, these books encourage reflection on pressing socio-economic issues and strengthen the bridge between academic inquiry and managerial practice. Developed collaboratively by faculty and students, they embody IMDR’s ethos of shared learning and its dedication to advancing management thought for a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Anvesh (अन्वेष): Exploring the Future of Innovation
“Anvesh (अन्वेष): Exploring the Future of Innovation” Is a forward-looking exploration of how deep technologies-spanning AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, IoT, reshaping industries & societies. Rooted in the idea of Anvesh (search,inquiry), the book frames deep tech as a quest of searching, experimenting, & innovating to address global challenges while building transformative capabilities. Through sectoral insights & real-world case studies, it offers a roadmap for harnessing deep tech to create value, ensure sustainability, & shape a more inclusive future.
Year Of Publication: 2026ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-3-1
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Swatantrata to Atmanirbharata
This book was published by IMDR to commemorate the death centenary of Lokmanya Tilak. It brings together essays highlighting Tilak’s multifaceted contributions as a political leader, educationist, social reformer, publisher, and visionary. The volume is divided into four sections—Polity and Politics, Business and Economy, Education and Social Change, and National Consciousness—linking his ideas of Swaraj and self-reliance to present-day India. It serves both as a tribute and as a reflection on the continuing relevance of Tilak’s thoughts in shaping modern India.
Year Of Publication: 2020ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-4-8
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Managing Finance in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
This book is a result of research conducted to understand the adoption of financial management techniques by MSMEs in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad area. To develop an Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat, the major hurdles are the challenges faced by MSMEs of India, which have been illustrated in this book. This book would be useful for the businesses operating in MSME sector as well as budding entrepreneurs who can pre-empt the challenges and adopt better financial management for survival, continuity and growth
Year Of Publication: 2019ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-5-5
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Mudra - Anubhav
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana was a milestone step in the journey towards financial inclusion. After five years of launch, it was felt needed to study the perception of the stakeholders i.e., Borrowers and Lenders towards the scheme. Survey-based research was conducted to understand the opinion of Borrowers and lenders and a pool of information was generated through 221 beneficiary and 215 financer responses. The research carried out by the students and faculty of DES’s IMDR, generated insights which the authors believe to be useful to the policy makers as well as other stakeholders.
Year Of Publication: 2021ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-6-2
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Abhivruddhi - Making India a Five Trillion Dollar Economy
This book brings together the efforts of the Government and private sector in India’s journey toward becoming a Five Trillion Dollar Economy. It highlights key initiatives, expert perspectives, and cross-sector contributions that drive growth and progress. The aim is to showcase strategies that enrich and empower the nation while spreading awareness among people. By documenting these transformative steps, the book serves as a resource for understanding India’s development trajectory and economic aspirations.
Year Of Publication: 2022ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-7-9
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Sugam Sarita - Revival of the Indian Rivers
“Sugam Sarita” is a research-based book by students and faculty of DES’s IMDR, aimed at reconnecting youth with rivers. As modern life reduces daily interaction with rivers, this initiative highlights their vital role in human existence. The book explores the links between rivers, livelihood, economics, and ecology, making the subject easy to understand. By documenting these insights, it seeks to sensitize young minds to the importance of rivers in sustaining life and fostering awareness.
Year Of Publication: 2022ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-0-0
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Millets - Natures Nutri Grain
Millets - Natures Nutri Grain is a book that explores the multifaceted significance of these grains as a sustainable solution for nutrition and food security. The book delves into the intricacies of millet production, economics and relevant government schemes, while also highlighting their role in achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. It serves as both an educational resource and a call to action to integrate these remarkable grains into our diets and agricultural systems for a healthier future.
Year Of Publication: 2023ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-7-9
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Appreciating Organization’s Biggest Assets - Cases in Human Resource Management
This book offers a compilation of cases centered on the design and implementation of compensation and benefits systems across sectors, moving well beyond traditional textbook learning. It explores key themes such as pay equity, total rewards, executive compensation, and emerging trends like pay transparency and remote-work benefits. Through analysis of industry-specific challenges the case studies highlight the multifaceted nature of employee reward systems, rooted in economic, legal, psychological, and HR perspectives.
Year Of Publication: 2024ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-1-7
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NITI: Navigating Indian Traditions in Industry
The book NITI: Navigating Indian Traditions in Industry explores the integration of the rich Indian Knowledge System into modern industrial practices. The book provides a unique perspective on how traditional wisdom can be a catalyst for contemporary business strategies and leadership. It serves as a valuable resource for students, academicians, and professionals seeking to bridge the gap between India's rich age-old knowledge systems and the demands of new-age industry.
Year Of Publication: 2025ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-8-6
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Swatantrata to Atmanirbharata
The book Swatantrata to Atmanirbharta: Lokmanya Tilak’s Legacy, was published by IMDR to commemorate the death centenary of Lokmanya Tilak. It brings together essays highlighting Tilak’s multifaceted contributions as a political leader, educationist, social reformer, publisher, and visionary. The volume is divided into four sections—Polity and Politics, Business and Economy, Education and Social Change, and National Consciousness—linking his ideas of Swaraj and self-reliance to present-day India. It serves both as a tribute and as a reflection on the continuing relevance of Tilak’s thoughts in shaping modern India.
Year Of Publication: 2020
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-4-8
View PDFView Flipbook
Managing Finance in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
This book is a result of research conducted to understand the adoption of financial management techniques by MSMEs in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad area. To develop an Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat, the major hurdles are the challenges faced by MSMEs of India, which have been illustrated in this book. This book would be useful for the businesses operating in MSME sector as well as budding entrepreneurs who can pre-empt the challenges and adopt better financial management for survival, continuity and growth
Year Of Publication: 2019
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-5-5
View PDFView Flipbook
Mudra - Anubhav
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana was a milestone step in the journey towards financial inclusion. After five years of launch, it was felt needed to study the perception of the stakeholders i.e., Borrowers and Lenders towards the scheme. Survey-based research was conducted to understand the opinion of Borrowers and lenders and a pool of information was generated through 221 beneficiary and 215 financer responses. The research carried out by the students and faculty of DES’s IMDR, generated insights which are shared in the book, which the authors believe to be useful to the policy makers as well as other stakeholders.
Year Of Publication: 2021
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-6-2
View PDFView Flipbook
Abhivruddhi - Making India a Five Trillion Dollar Economy
This book brings together the efforts of the Government and private sector in India’s journey toward becoming a Five Trillion Dollar Economy. It highlights key initiatives, expert perspectives, and cross-sector contributions that drive growth and progress. The aim is to showcase strategies that enrich and empower the nation while spreading awareness among people. By documenting these transformative steps, the book serves as a resource for understanding India’s development trajectory and economic aspirations.
Year Of Publication: 2022
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-7-9
View PDFView Flipbook
Sugam Sarita - Revival of the Indian Rivers
“Sugam Sarita” is a research-based book by students and faculty of DES’s IMDR, aimed at reconnecting youth with rivers. As modern life reduces daily interaction with rivers, this initiative highlights their vital role in human existence. The book explores the links between rivers, livelihood, economics, and ecology, making the subject easy to understand. By documenting these insights, it seeks to sensitize young minds to the importance of rivers in sustaining life and fostering awareness.
Year Of Publication: 2022
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-0-0
View PDFView Flipbook
Millets - Natures Nutri Grain
This is a book that explores the multifaceted significance of these grains as a sustainable solution for nutrition and food security. The book delves into the intricacies of millet production, economics and relevant government schemes, while also highlighting their role in achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. It serves as both an educational resource and a call to action to integrate these remarkable grains into our diets and agricultural systems for a healthier future.
Year Of Publication: 2023
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-7-9
View PDFView Flipbook
Appreciating Organization’s Biggest Assets - Cases in Human Resource Management
This book offers a compilation of cases centered on the design and implementation of compensation and benefits systems across sectors, moving well beyond traditional textbook learning. It explores key themes such as pay equity, total rewards, executive compensation, and emerging trends like pay transparency and remote-work benefits. Through analysis of industry-specific challenges the case studies highlight the multifaceted nature of employee reward systems, rooted in economic, legal, psychological, and HR perspectives.
Year Of Publication: 2024
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-1-7
View PDFView Flipbook
NITI: Navigating Indian Traditions in Industry
This Book explores the integration of the rich Indian Knowledge System into modern industrial practices. The book provides a unique perspective on how traditional wisdom can be a catalyst for contemporary business strategies and leadership. It serves as a valuable resource for students, academicians, and professionals seeking to bridge the gap between India's age-old knowledge systems and the demands of new-age industry.
Year Of Publication: 2025
ISBN No.: 978-81-950739-8-6
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IMDR Journal
The IMDR Journal is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing research and thought leadership in management. It provides a platform for scholars and practitioners to share innovative studies, case analyses, and evidence-based insights across key areas such as Entrepreneurship, Data, Deep Tech, and Sustainability. By combining academic rigor with real-world relevance, the journal bridges theory and practice, reflecting IMDR’s commitment to fostering critical thinking and meaningful contributions to both academia and industry.
The IMDR Journal is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing research and thought leadership in management. It provides a platform for scholars and practitioners to share innovative studies, case analyses, and evidence-based insights across key areas such as Entrepreneurship, Data, Deep Tech, and Sustainability. By combining academic rigor with real-world relevance, the journal bridges theory and practice, reflecting IMDR’s commitment to fostering critical thinking and meaningful contributions to both academia and industry.
Faculty Research and Publications
Faculty research at IMDR reflects a commitment to inquiry that matters — bridging academic depth with practical relevance. Through publications, case studies, and applied projects, our faculty contribute to new thinking in management, influence business and policy dialogue, and continuously enhance learning at IMDR.
Faculty Initiatives on Teaching and Learning
Student Research and Publications
At IMDR, students evolve from learners to knowledge creators, actively engaging in the process of questioning, investigating, and publishing. Research is not an add-on but an integral part of their management journey. Each year, IMDR students present their research papers at national and international conferences and co-author publications with faculty in reputed journals. They also undertake multiple industry and social projects that bridge theory and practice. In addition, students regularly contribute to IMDR’s magazine Connect-E and to the institute’s growing repository of case studies, while also participating in research competitions hosted by leading B-schools across India. This continuous progression from learning to discovery and creation prepares IMDR students to think critically, explore independently, and contribute meaningfully to the world of management.
Collaborations and Funded Research
We believe that the true strength of any institution or organization lies in its people. Our Capacity Building Initiatives are designed to unlock potential, enhance skills, and build capabilities that create lasting impact. Through carefully designed Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) and Executive Development Programmes (EDPs), we bridge the gap between knowledge and practice, preparing individuals and organizations to thrive in dynamic environments.
Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs)
IMDR is committed to strengthening the academic ecosystem by enabling faculty to stay ahead of evolving management education practices. By nurturing educators, we indirectly shape future managers, entrepreneurs, and leaders who can navigate complex business landscapes.
- Building Consultancy Capabilities
- Effective Leadership in Diversity
- Statistical Discovery for Management Sciences using JMP
- Rock Balancing
- Day-to-Day Cyber Security
- Gamification as a Pedagogy
- Next Generation Communication: Technologies & Applications
* The FDP programmes listed reflect programmes conducted over the last three academic years.
Executive Development Programmes (EDPs)
For working professionals, managers, and leaders, our EDPs provide an opportunity to re-skill and up-skill for the future of business.
Our EDPs are interactive, practice-oriented, and tailored to ensure participants walk away with tools, frameworks, and strategies they can apply immediately at the workplace. For more details about EDPs, Click Here
📩 To explore partnerships or enroll, write to us at pritha.ubgade@imdr.edu
Faculty members are encouraged to pursue externally funded and institutionally supported research, leading to publications, case studies, and applied studies that integrate academic rigour with real-world relevance. This ecosystem is strengthened by collaborative engagements with international academics, industry bodies, and sectoral organisations, resulting in co-authored publications, conference presentations, and research on bilateral business facilitation. IMDR also organises international conferences that generate scholarly outputs, including indexed journal publications and edited book volumes. Through these funded and collaborative projects, IMDR fosters a vibrant research culture that supports evidence-based insights and contributes to management education and practice.
We welcome you to partner with IMDR if your organization is seeking to:
- Commission data-driven research
- Explore emerging sectors and technologies
- Strengthen institutional systems and processes
- Generate actionable insights for policy or practice
📩 To explore funded research collaborations with IMDR write to us at pritha.ubgade@imdr.edu
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International Conference
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Conference Brochure_Academic Year 2025-26
Know more about Conference 2025-26
Previous Conferences
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Research Resources
IMDR’s research infrastructure combines extensive digital databases with advanced analytical and modelling tools. Researchers have access to Scopus, the National Digital Library, EBSCO e-books, and a wide range of national and international indexed journals and ISBN publications. Academic integrity is supported through plagiarism and AI-detection systems. The Institute’s technology-enabled environment includes JMP education licences, MATLAB Student Edition, R, Power BI, Orange, MySQL, and industry-grade platforms such as TradingView and SAP University Alliance modules. These tools strengthen quantitative, computational, and financial research capabilities across disciplines. The IMDR library further enriches this ecosystem through its physical collection, multimedia access, remote e-resources, and Wi-Fi-enabled reading spaces.
Research engagement is reinforced through structured committees, publication platforms, and collaborative projects. The Research, Publications & Doctoral Program Committee guides research planning, supports proposal development, and oversees the institute’s scholarly outputs, including its DOI-enabled journal (JMDR). Faculty engage in international collaborations, industry-linked studies, case-writing, and conference presentations, contributing to globally relevant and practice-oriented insights. IMDR’s annual international conferences and associated publication tie-ups with indexed journals further expand scholarly visibility. Collectively, these resources create a comprehensive research environment that empowers impactful, application-oriented scholarship for both faculty and students.
Magazines
The Linkpin Magazine provides a platform to IMDR Alumni to reconnect with the alma mater, contributing in the form of essays, opinions, and cases that cover different aspects of the industry. It also contributes to continuous student learning by ensuring that they stay updated with current trends.
The Connect-E Magazine is the flagship magazine of IMDR, in which current students express their views through the might of a pen. Previous editions have covered different themes, including Sports, Travel, and Tourism, among others.
For any information or assistance, please write to us at library@imdr.edu.