Date: 12th June 2025
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Mode: Online Webinar
Organized by: Regional College of Management (RCM), Bhubaneswar
Regional College of Management (RCM), a pioneer in quality management education, successfully conducted a Faculty Development Program (FDP) today, focusing on a critical and often underexplored area in academia — “Writing Effective Grant Proposals, Seeking Grants & Projects from Government Funding Agencies.”
This session, held as part of RCM’s continuous commitment to academic excellence and research capacity building, saw enthusiastic participation from faculty members and research scholars.
Esteemed Speaker: Dr. Anant Ram
We were honored to have Dr. Anant Ram, Advisor – Higher Education Accreditation and Research Promotion (HEARP), New Delhi, as the keynote speaker. A distinguished expert in the field of academic research, grants, and intellectual property rights (IPR), Dr. Ram brought with him a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience.
Session Highlights:
Grant Proposal Writing:
Attendees learned to craft impactful, fundable proposals aligned with government agency priorities and funding structures.
IPR and Patents Awareness:
Dr. Ram explained the importance of IPR, patents, and copyrights in driving innovation and protecting academic research.
Navigating Funding Opportunities:
The session simplified identifying, applying, and securing government grants—key for expanding faculty-led research projects.
Strategies for Institutional Research Growth:
Focused on methods to boost institutional research output and attract national and international research funding.
Why It Matters:
Amid innovation-driven academia, upskilling is crucial; this FDP equipped faculty with tools to enhance research and win government grants.
Moreover, the session provided actionable insights into applying for government grants and spearheading impactful academic projects. By webinar’s end, attendees felt informed, empowered, and motivated to pursue new opportunities in academic funding and research excellence.
Glimpses from the Session:
Throughout the program, the session witnessed enthusiastic engagement from faculty members. Participants actively took notes, asked insightful questions, and interacted meaningfully with the speaker.
Notably, the atmosphere in the RCM auditorium reflected a shared commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning. Overall, the event showcased a vibrant academic spirit, reinforcing RCM’s role as a hub of educational advancement.
Conclusion:
RCM’s commitment to nurturing a research-oriented academic culture was on full display during this enriching FDP. With such impactful initiatives, the institution continues to strengthen its foundation as a center of academic and research excellence.
Stay tuned for more such transformative knowledge events by RCM.
