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Dr. Rupsha Roy
Dr. Rupsha Roy

Dr. Ruphsa Roy gave a presentation about her experience completing her PhD. She discussed her academic and professional background. She acknowledged those who helped her complete her PhD, including her guides and university staff. She explained what a PhD is and why she pursued one. She discussed the benefits of a PhD, important skills like persistence and patience, and how to get a PhD by choosing a university, guide, topic, and scheduling activities. She shared her PhD journey, including excitement, ignorance, struggling, and seeing the light periods. She provided lessons learned, including priorities, planning, discussion, learning from others, and maintaining a positive mindset.

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Experience sharing by Research Scholar Dr. Ruphsa Roy Date: 16th July 2020 Time:9:05 to 10:05 am
My Profile Name: Dr. Rupsha Roy Academic Qualification: 1. Doctorate from ICFAI University Jharkhand, Ranchi on 2017 2. Topic Analysis of coping strategies in the face of occupational hazards - A study of white collar employees of education sector in West Bengal (India) 2. MBA in HR from Viswa Bharati University , Santiniketan Experience: Currently Associated with Amity University, Kolkata 1. 14 yrs experience in Corporate as HR manager, Technical Manager 2. 14 yrs experience in Academics both in teaching and administration.
I Acknowledge All who played an Important role in my PhD completion Honourable VC: Prof. O. R. S. Rao My Guide: Dr. Bijoya Ganguly My Co-Guide: Dr. Soumendranath Bagchi My Friend and Philosopher: Dr. Rumna Bhattacharya IUJ Staff and Faculty Members Finally my parents, friends & Colleagues
Before we Proceed
PhD WHAT? A PhD is the highest title you can obtain in academia which qualifies you to become a University Professor in your subject area. WHY? 1. You are recognized as an expert in your field 2. You possess superior theoretical and applied knowledge on your subject 3. You also develop a set of transferrable skills, such as problem-solving, critical reasoning, and in- depth analysis from diverse angles and perspectives
Why I studied PhD Interest and Ambition Doing Research is enjoyable Excited about sharing knowledge with Peers, Professors, Mentors and others Getting the Title of a Dr. Enhancing skills and for better option in the path of career development.
Benefits On Personal Front You may find that you feel more confident and have greater self-belief. You are mentally mature through receiving challenge and criticism from your peers and supervisors. You will also learn that any failure is a step closer to success, and hence find that you are less worried about failure or the uncertainty that surrounds your actions.
3Ps of PhD (Learning) 1. P for Persistence 2. P for Perseverance 3. P for Patience These skills very much required for you to be successful in achieving your PhD degree. Further the 3Ps and skills like time management and organisational skills can be utilised not only in your workplace but also in everyday life.
How to get PhD Steps in attaining PhD:- 1. Choose the University 2. Search for a Guide 3. Choose the Topic 4. Schedule your activities for completion
Choose the University University should be recognised University should help you in allotting a guide for you Proper Course Work relevant to research Course structure helping to overcome Procrastination behaviour Continuous support in matters of guidance, materials, suggestion and publications
ICFAI UNIVERSITY OF JHARKHAND, RANCHI Recognised Selects Guide so problem of searching is resolved Relevant CourseWork Half yearly Reviews helps in overcoming Procrastination IUJ journals helps in initial publications All round support an assistance in Research
To choose a Topic First you need to answer the following Questions 1. Can you enthusiastically pursue it? 2. Can you sustain your interest while pursuing it? 3. Is the problem solvable? 4. Is it worth pursuing? 5. Will it lead to other research problems? 6. Is it manageable in size? 7. What is the potential for making an original contribution to the literature in the field? 8. Will the scholars in your field receive the results well if you solve the problem? 9. Are you (or will you become) competent to solve it? 10. By solving it, will you have demonstrated independent skills in your discipline? 11. Will the necessary research prepare you in an area of demand or promise for the future?
3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 1. Extending thesis work even after graduate school: If researchers choose topics that are direct extensions or clear derivatives of their thesis work, then they do not make significant value addition to the respective field of study. Choosing a radically new research topic, while still embarking on the broad area of specialization is indeed the key to success.
3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 2. Choosing an obscure, irrelevant, or non- compelling research topic: This can adversely affect the researchers motivation levels and can drastically decrease their odds of attaining success.
3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 3. Letting PhD advisors choose research topics for you: Although researchers often pursue work within the same field even after earning their PhD, they are less likely to conduct research on the same exact topic. For this reason, letting your advisor tell you what to study rather than you developing a question based on your own reading and experiences in the laboratory is another common mistake that can have lifelong consequences..
Schedule you Activities for Completion Time Period / Activities 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Topic Agreed Y Aims & Objectives Y Literature Review & Finding the research Gap Y Y Identifying Methodology Y Preparing Data Collection Tools Y Y Collecting Data Y Y Y Analysing Data Y Y Drafting the Thesis Y Y Y Y Y
My PhD Journey Journey started long back in 2006 when I have migrated from Corporate to Academics only it was in the form of a desire in my mind. Actual Journey started in 2012 When I gave my Research Aptitude Test for PhD Programme from IUJ whose reasons I have already mentioned
Excitement Period: Admission to PhD Programme successful Course Work started Guide Selection was in process and accepted by Guide Searching for topic was in process and finally selected the topic with the help of guide Topic Registration complete
Ignorance Period Thought it will be smooth and sailing and hence relaxed attitude Long time to go , no worries. Procrastinating attitude Inconsistent reading and writing and choosing only what I felt I want.
Struggling Period Felt like lost in jungle. Full of confusion and uncertainty What I am getting myself into. Both internal and external doubts Exhausted during qualitative process. OMGOSHSSSSSSS
Self Lifting Period Replanned Moved Forward step by step. Attended workshops and seminars Talked to other people who have already achieved their Doctoral Degree
Journey Continued Assuring Periods Co-Authoring Papers Understanding what I did not.. Balancing between learning new things and maintaining the main study.
Seeing the light at the end of the tunnel Annalysing and Writing Continuing to keep learning and writing for final submission
Learning Experiences See Priorities and Obey Them Always Plan, Set Deadline & take corrective action Have consistent discussion with Supervisor Talk to others & learn from them Invest in study - time, effort & money Be positive , open minded and take the challenge Keep feet on the ground Dont be afraid to make mistakes or look silly
Dos & Donts Dos: Be accountable to study invest in it Add SUPERVISOR as good friend Learn from others, share with others Backup all files & keep record regularly Be happy & content & Thankful to IUJ Donts Languish, Procrastinate Get over things quickly Assume supervisor or staff will do your task Take offence easily Forget the ones who guide and help you.
Thank You for Listening Some inspiring Quotes which are helpful ≒If you cant explain it SIMPLY, you dont understand it well enough. Albert Einstein ≒The illiterate of 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, But those who cannot learn, unlearn or relearn - Alvin Toffler ≒If you do not invest time to prepare, you will waste time to repair - Unknown

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  • 1. Experience sharing by Research Scholar Dr. Ruphsa Roy Date: 16th July 2020 Time:9:05 to 10:05 am
  • 2. My Profile Name: Dr. Rupsha Roy Academic Qualification: 1. Doctorate from ICFAI University Jharkhand, Ranchi on 2017 2. Topic Analysis of coping strategies in the face of occupational hazards - A study of white collar employees of education sector in West Bengal (India) 2. MBA in HR from Viswa Bharati University , Santiniketan Experience: Currently Associated with Amity University, Kolkata 1. 14 yrs experience in Corporate as HR manager, Technical Manager 2. 14 yrs experience in Academics both in teaching and administration.
  • 3. I Acknowledge All who played an Important role in my PhD completion Honourable VC: Prof. O. R. S. Rao My Guide: Dr. Bijoya Ganguly My Co-Guide: Dr. Soumendranath Bagchi My Friend and Philosopher: Dr. Rumna Bhattacharya IUJ Staff and Faculty Members Finally my parents, friends & Colleagues
  • 5. PhD WHAT? A PhD is the highest title you can obtain in academia which qualifies you to become a University Professor in your subject area. WHY? 1. You are recognized as an expert in your field 2. You possess superior theoretical and applied knowledge on your subject 3. You also develop a set of transferrable skills, such as problem-solving, critical reasoning, and in- depth analysis from diverse angles and perspectives
  • 6. Why I studied PhD Interest and Ambition Doing Research is enjoyable Excited about sharing knowledge with Peers, Professors, Mentors and others Getting the Title of a Dr. Enhancing skills and for better option in the path of career development.
  • 7. Benefits On Personal Front You may find that you feel more confident and have greater self-belief. You are mentally mature through receiving challenge and criticism from your peers and supervisors. You will also learn that any failure is a step closer to success, and hence find that you are less worried about failure or the uncertainty that surrounds your actions.
  • 8. 3Ps of PhD (Learning) 1. P for Persistence 2. P for Perseverance 3. P for Patience These skills very much required for you to be successful in achieving your PhD degree. Further the 3Ps and skills like time management and organisational skills can be utilised not only in your workplace but also in everyday life.
  • 9. How to get PhD Steps in attaining PhD:- 1. Choose the University 2. Search for a Guide 3. Choose the Topic 4. Schedule your activities for completion
  • 10. Choose the University University should be recognised University should help you in allotting a guide for you Proper Course Work relevant to research Course structure helping to overcome Procrastination behaviour Continuous support in matters of guidance, materials, suggestion and publications
  • 11. ICFAI UNIVERSITY OF JHARKHAND, RANCHI Recognised Selects Guide so problem of searching is resolved Relevant CourseWork Half yearly Reviews helps in overcoming Procrastination IUJ journals helps in initial publications All round support an assistance in Research
  • 12. To choose a Topic First you need to answer the following Questions 1. Can you enthusiastically pursue it? 2. Can you sustain your interest while pursuing it? 3. Is the problem solvable? 4. Is it worth pursuing? 5. Will it lead to other research problems? 6. Is it manageable in size? 7. What is the potential for making an original contribution to the literature in the field? 8. Will the scholars in your field receive the results well if you solve the problem? 9. Are you (or will you become) competent to solve it? 10. By solving it, will you have demonstrated independent skills in your discipline? 11. Will the necessary research prepare you in an area of demand or promise for the future?
  • 13. 3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 1. Extending thesis work even after graduate school: If researchers choose topics that are direct extensions or clear derivatives of their thesis work, then they do not make significant value addition to the respective field of study. Choosing a radically new research topic, while still embarking on the broad area of specialization is indeed the key to success.
  • 14. 3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 2. Choosing an obscure, irrelevant, or non- compelling research topic: This can adversely affect the researchers motivation levels and can drastically decrease their odds of attaining success.
  • 15. 3 Common mistakes done While Selecting the Topic 3. Letting PhD advisors choose research topics for you: Although researchers often pursue work within the same field even after earning their PhD, they are less likely to conduct research on the same exact topic. For this reason, letting your advisor tell you what to study rather than you developing a question based on your own reading and experiences in the laboratory is another common mistake that can have lifelong consequences..
  • 16. Schedule you Activities for Completion Time Period / Activities 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Topic Agreed Y Aims & Objectives Y Literature Review & Finding the research Gap Y Y Identifying Methodology Y Preparing Data Collection Tools Y Y Collecting Data Y Y Y Analysing Data Y Y Drafting the Thesis Y Y Y Y Y
  • 17. My PhD Journey Journey started long back in 2006 when I have migrated from Corporate to Academics only it was in the form of a desire in my mind. Actual Journey started in 2012 When I gave my Research Aptitude Test for PhD Programme from IUJ whose reasons I have already mentioned
  • 18. Excitement Period: Admission to PhD Programme successful Course Work started Guide Selection was in process and accepted by Guide Searching for topic was in process and finally selected the topic with the help of guide Topic Registration complete
  • 19. Ignorance Period Thought it will be smooth and sailing and hence relaxed attitude Long time to go , no worries. Procrastinating attitude Inconsistent reading and writing and choosing only what I felt I want.
  • 20. Struggling Period Felt like lost in jungle. Full of confusion and uncertainty What I am getting myself into. Both internal and external doubts Exhausted during qualitative process. OMGOSHSSSSSSS
  • 21. Self Lifting Period Replanned Moved Forward step by step. Attended workshops and seminars Talked to other people who have already achieved their Doctoral Degree
  • 22. Journey Continued Assuring Periods Co-Authoring Papers Understanding what I did not.. Balancing between learning new things and maintaining the main study.
  • 23. Seeing the light at the end of the tunnel Annalysing and Writing Continuing to keep learning and writing for final submission
  • 24. Learning Experiences See Priorities and Obey Them Always Plan, Set Deadline & take corrective action Have consistent discussion with Supervisor Talk to others & learn from them Invest in study - time, effort & money Be positive , open minded and take the challenge Keep feet on the ground Dont be afraid to make mistakes or look silly
  • 25. Dos & Donts Dos: Be accountable to study invest in it Add SUPERVISOR as good friend Learn from others, share with others Backup all files & keep record regularly Be happy & content & Thankful to IUJ Donts Languish, Procrastinate Get over things quickly Assume supervisor or staff will do your task Take offence easily Forget the ones who guide and help you.
  • 26. Thank You for Listening Some inspiring Quotes which are helpful ≒If you cant explain it SIMPLY, you dont understand it well enough. Albert Einstein ≒The illiterate of 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, But those who cannot learn, unlearn or relearn - Alvin Toffler ≒If you do not invest time to prepare, you will waste time to repair - Unknown