The Research and Publications Committee is responsible for the formulation of the overall policies governing the Institute's research and publications activities. The Committee undertakes processing of research and publications proposals submitted by faculty members or referred to the Committee by the Institute and recommends financial and other forms of assistance for projects. The Committee would not only scrutinize and critically appraise proposals but also help researchers wherever possible with suggestions for improving their project proposals and plans.

The Chairman is responsible to the Director for the development of research activities at the Institute, including case research. He is expected to take initiative to stimulate research amongst the faculty, formulate and implement research policy, locate and negotiate with sponsors of research projects, develop research facilities, and plan budgets for research.

The Research and Publications Committee prepares an Annual Report on the total research activity at the Institute during the year including case research and seminar research. It also publishes a quarterly research newsletter.