Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Nursing Administration (PGDNA/EDNA)

A Nursing Administration course is designed to prepare nurses for leadership and management roles in healthcare settings. The structure can vary a bit between institutions, but generally, it covers a blend of nursing, management, policy, and leadership subjects.

Course Objectives

• Develop Leadership Skills:   
• Enhance Administrative Competence:
• Promote Quality Patient Care: 
• Understand Healthcare Systems:
• Master Financial and Resource Management:  
• Strengthen Legal and Ethical Understanding:
• Foster Communication and Collaboration:  
• Apply Evidence-Based Management:
• Prepare for Crisis Management:  
• Advance Professional Growth:

Programme Structure

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Module 1 : Principles of Nursing Administration  

• Essentials of Healthcare Leadership  
• Foundations of Nursing Management

Module 2 : Healthcare Policies and Regulations 

• Governance & Policy in Healthcare
• Health Law, Ethics, and Policy Frameworks

Module 3 : Human Resource Management in Healthcare

• Workforce Planning & Staff Optimization
• People Management in Clinical Settings

Module 4 : Healthcare Finance and Budgeting

• Financial Stewardship in Nursing
• Budgeting for Healthcare Leaders

Module 5 : Strategic Planning and Quality Management

• Strategic Healthcare Leadership
• Quality Assurance & Hospital Standards

Module 6 : Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing Practice

• Ethical Leadership in Clinical Practice
• Legal Compliance for Nurse Managers

Module 7 : Hospital Operations and Supply Chain Management  

• Healthcare Systems & Operational Flow
• Logistics and Supply Chain in Clinical Settings

Module 8 : Leadership and Conflict Management

• Transformational Leadership in Nursing
• Conflict Resolution in Multidisciplinary Teams

Module 9 : Advanced Communication and Interpersonal Skills  

• Clinical Communication and Stakeholder Engagement  
• Patient-Centered Communication Strategies

Module 10 : Health Informatics and Technology in Nursing  

• Digital Health & Nursing Innovation  
• Technology Integration in Patient Care

Module 11 : Disaster Management and Emergency Preparedness  

• Crisis Management in Healthcare Systems  
• Disaster Readiness for Nurse Leaders

Module 12 : Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice  

• Practice-Based Research in Nursing  
• Evidence-Informed Decision-Making

Module 13 : Training and Development in Nursing

• Nursing Education & Capacity Building
• Developing Future Nursing Leaders

Module 14: Capstone Project

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certifications Programmes. 10+2 pass-outs are eligible for our Under Graduate Diploma and Diploma holders of two to three years course duration are also eligible for the PG Diploma.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the PG diploma programme is 12 months and maximum is 24 months. The minimum duration to complete the executive diploma programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and Part-time (Online Live Classes) both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online Live Classes/Part-time for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination.
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination & Certification

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded with PG Diploma/Executive Diploma in Nursing Administration by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Live Classes/Part-time or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

For the Post Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma Programmes, we will provide placement assistance after the completion of the programme. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to its students. The robust placement cell comprises senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like , Jhpiego, SELCO Foundation, TATA Foundation, Samarthan NGO, PSI, UNICEF, WHO, HCL Foundation, IPE Global, Optum, PATH, AIIMS, Action against Hunger, Ekta Shakti Foundation, Seva Foundation, India HIV-AIDS Alliance, HLFPPT, Deepak Foundation, Novartis, LalPath Labs Ltd., Fortis Healthcare Ltd., HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd., Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Wockhardt Ltd., Cactus Communications, Public Health Foundations of India, Cytel, Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd., Deloitte, DuPont Sustainable Solutions, Bain & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, McKinsey & Company, etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Future career prospects

After completing a Nursing Administration course, your career can move from clinical to leadership and management roles — often with better salary packages and more responsibility.

Here are the main career paths:

Hospital and Healthcare Roles:

• Nursing Superintendent
• Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
• Nurse Manager / Unit Manager
• Quality Assurance Manager (Hospital accreditation, audits)
• Healthcare Administrator
• Patient Safety Officer
• Hospital Operations Manager
• Clinical Coordinator

Government and Public Health Sectors:

• Public Health Administrator
• Director of Nursing Services (State/Regional Level)
• Consultant for National Health Programs
• Disaster Management Nursing Officer

International Careers:

• Healthcare Manager in Hospitals Abroad (UAE, Australia, UK, Canada)
• Nursing Compliance Officer
• Nursing Leadership in International NGOs (WHO, Red Cross, MSF)

Education and Training:

• Nursing College Administrator / Principal
• Faculty for Nursing Management and Leadership
• Training Manager for Healthcare Staff 

Other Specialized Roles:

• Healthcare Quality Auditor (NABH, JCI certified)
• Medical Insurance Claims Manager
• Healthcare Policy Advisor
• Clinical Research Manager

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 10^th Aug 2026.

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