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IIM Udaipur Launches Executive PhD Program for Senior Professionals

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Key Highlights of the EPhD Program:

International Immersion: A 9-day in-person immersion at the prestigious Fox School of Business, Temple University, USA, combined with a 2-week online immersion, providing global exposure and networking opportunities.Incentives for Publications: Incentives for research publications, making academic contributions more rewarding.Comprehensive Curriculum: A structured blend of foundational courses, methodology courses, specialised electives, and research projects.

UDAIPUR, India, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIM Udaipur) proudly announces the launch of its Executive PhD (EPhD) program, an advanced doctoral program tailored for senior executives, industry leaders, and professionals looking to deepen their expertise in business research. This unique three-year program is designed to foster rigorous research, strategic decision-making, and thought leadership, equipping participants to address complex business challenges with evidence-based solutions.

The EPhD program at IIM Udaipur offers a distinctive advantage by blending academic rigor with executive accessibility. With a curriculum that focuses on applied research methodologies, the program enables participants to develop in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge business theories and their real-world applications. The program is ideal for ambitious individuals with substantial industry experience who aspire to transition into academia, consulting, or senior strategic roles.

A key highlight of the Executive PhD program is an exclusive international immersion at the Fox School of Business, Temple University, Philadelphia, USA. This nine-day immersion provides participants with firsthand exposure to global business trends, innovative research methodologies, and industry best practices. The program covers essential travel expenses, including airfare, accommodation, and immersion fees, ensuring a seamless learning experience for participants.

IIM Udaipur is ranked 4th in India for research quality (UTD rankings), and the Executive PhD program benefits from the institute’s globally recognised faculty. Participants will receive mentorship from distinguished faculty members who publish in top-tier international journals (UTD-24 and FT-50), fostering a culture of academic excellence and impactful research contributions.

Prof. Rajesh Nanarpuzha, Dean (Programs) at IIM Udaipur, said:

“The EPhD program is designed to provide professionals with a unique opportunity to engage in rigorous research while continuing their careers. With world-class mentorship, global exposure, and a structured curriculum, this program offers the perfect platform for executives to transition into academia, consulting, or advanced industry leadership roles.”

Echoing this sentiment, Prof. Probal Mojumder, Chairperson of PhD Programs at IIM Udaipur, added,

“At IIM Udaipur, we place a strong emphasis on research excellence. Our institute ranks 4th in India according to the UT Dallas methodology for ranking business school research. Despite being established only in 2011, IIM Udaipur has already achieved significant milestones in business school scholarship, owing mainly to our exceptional faculty and their research contributions. The EPhD program is designed to provide senior executives with an invaluable opportunity to learn from research-active faculty and transform into scholarly researchers capable of making meaningful contributions on the global stage. With our rigorous program structure, international immersion at the Fox School of Business, and incentives for high-quality research publications, we aim to develop thought leaders who influence management practices across industry and academia alike.”

Designed for working professionals, the Executive PhD offers a flexible format that allows participants to advance their careers while engaging in rigorous academic research. The program prepares candidates to become thought leaders, contribute to the growing need for doctoral-level faculty, and address real-world business challenges through evidence-based insights. Participants can specialise in key business disciplines, including Finance & Accounting, Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management, Operations Management, and Marketing.

Applications are now open for the inaugural cohort of IIM Udaipur’s Executive PhD program. Eligible candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of full-time work experience and meet specific academic qualifications. Admission to the program involves a holistic selection process, including an application review, standardised test scores (GMAT/GRE/CAT/IIMU Test), and a personal interview.

Interested candidates can learn more and apply at IIM Udaipur’s website.

About IIM Udaipur

IIM Udaipur is well on its way to becoming a globally recognised B-School. It has broken new ground by focusing on world-class research and transforming students into tomorrow’s managers and leaders. The Institute arrived on the global education stage by securing accreditation from the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in merely eight years of its establishment. IIMU has been listed on the Financial Times (FT) Global MIM Ranking 2024 for the 6th consecutive year, making it the only IIM to have achieved this feat. In the QS Global MIM Ranking 2025, IIM Udaipur stands as the 6th highest-ranked IIM and continues to maintain its listing for the 6th year in a row, reinforcing its global standing. Notably, it is also the youngest B-School in the world to be featured in both rankings. Additionally, IIM Udaipur ranks 4th in India for research in management, according to the UT Dallas methodology, which tracks publications in leading global journals, showcasing its excellence in academic research.

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Howard Hughes Holdings Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) will replace Arcosa Inc. (NYSE: ACA) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, October 28. S&P 500 constituent CRH plc (NYSE: CRH) has acquired Arcosa in a deal that closed today, October 23.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name  

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

October 28, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Howard Hughes Holdings

HHH

Real Estate

October 28, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Arcosa

ACA

Industrials

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Chelsea FC announces multi-year sleeve partnership with Sokin, the business payments and FX platform

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Chelsea FC name fast-growing fintech platform as Principal Partner

LONDON, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chelsea Football Club has today announced a multi-year partnership with Sokin, the embedded finance and payments company used by businesses worldwide. Sokin will be named a Principal Partner and Official Business Payments and FX Partner of Chelsea FC and Chelsea FC Women.

As a Principal Partner, Sokin will be represented on the sleeves of the Chelsea FC men’s, women’s and academy home, away, and third kits from the 2026/27 season.

The partnership brings together two ambitious London-headquartered organisations with worldwide reach – a club with millions of fans across the world and a fintech platform through which businesses move more than $11 billion a year. A club of Chelsea’s scale works in many currencies every day, with partners, competitions and supporters around the world, and needs a financial partner built to handle that.

Sokin gives finance teams business payments, multi-currency accounts, foreign exchange, checkout and treasury in one place, so they spend less time juggling banks and providers and keep more of what they move.

As Official Business Payments and FX Partner, Sokin will simplify how Chelsea FC sends, receives and manages money in the currencies the club operates in.

The Sokin logo will feature on the sleeve of the Chelsea shirt for the first time [when the men’s team host Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 24th October.]

Jason Gannon, President at Chelsea FC said:

“At Chelsea, we seek to partner with organisations that share our ambition and innovative mindset. Sokin’s expertise in business payments, and their focus on making both simpler for the businesses they serve, makes them a natural fit for the Club. We are pleased to welcome Sokin to the Chelsea family and look forward to working together in the years ahead.”

Vroon Modgill, CEO and founder at Sokin said:

“Chelsea plays on the biggest stage in world football, and its business runs in dozens of currencies. Sokin was built for that with regulated, multi-currency payments and foreign exchange for organisations that operate internationally. We’re proud to be the platform behind the business payments and FX of one of the most iconic teams in football. Sokin’s platform serves businesses in more than 170 countries. We’re thrilled to be partners for the season ahead. An organisation as sophisticated as Chelsea doesn’t leave its finances to chance.”

About Sokin

Sokin is the financial layer global business runs on. Businesses can transact, convert and hold money in 70+ currencies across 170+ countries. Some businesses use Sokin to manage global finance in-house. Others build it into their products to power financial experiences for their customers. Businesses move more than $9 billion a year on licenses Sokin holds in 36+ countries and infrastructure Sokin owns. Founded in 2019, Sokin has raised over $100 million from investors including Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital and Prysm Capital.

About Chelsea Football Club

Chelsea Football Club is one of the biggest, most successful football clubs globally and our men’s team are reigning world champions, having won the four-yearly FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. Our women’s team, Chelsea Women, are also multiple trophy winners.

Founded in 1905, Chelsea is London’s most central football club, based at the iconic 40,000-capacity Stamford Bridge stadium. Nicknamed the Blues, the club lifted the Champions League for the first time in 2012 and domestically has won the Premier League five times, the FA Cup eight times, the Football League Cup five times and the Football League Championship once, in 1955.

The Chelsea Women’s team have enjoyed a huge amount of success and in 2025 won the FA Women’s Super League for a sixth consecutive year and the eighth time overall. The Women’s FA Cup has been won on six occasions. We have also captured the FA Women’s League Cup four times as well as reaching the UEFA Women’s Champions League final in 2021. In two seasons, 2020/21 and 2024/25, a domestic treble of trophies was secured.

The Chelsea Foundation boasts one of the most extensive community initiatives in sport, helping to improve the lives of children and young people all over the world.

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Amy Johnson Appointed President of GDIT

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RESTON, Va., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) announced today that Amy Johnson has been appointed as president of GDIT, effective November 3.

Johnson is a 27-year veteran of General Dynamics Mission Systems, where she held increasingly senior roles in engineering, engineering management and business leadership across cybersecurity, defense electronics, space and intelligence systems, most recently as vice president and general manager for Space, Cyber and Intelligence. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science and computer systems engineering. 

“Amy has a proven track record of leading teams to solve complex and highly technical challenges for our customers,” said Phebe Novakovic, CEO of General Dynamics. “I am confident that her dynamic leadership, operational rigor and deep commitment to our values and culture will deliver value to our customers, employees and shareholders.”

GDIT delivers digital modernization, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and software development solutions to the U.S. federal government, defense, intelligence agencies and other customers. It is a business unit of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 120,000 people worldwide and generated $52.6 billion in revenue in 2025. More information is available at gd.com.

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