Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Health (PGDDH 12 months)

Executive Diploma in Digital Health (EDDH 6 months)

Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR)

www.chmr.org.in


About CHMR


IGMPI Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), set-up as a constituent academy of Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI), registered as a non-profit society (under The Societies Registration Act, 1860) with Government of India and a member (as a higher/professional Education Institute) of Quality Council of India(QCI) -which is an autonomous body and an accreditation authority for education & vocational training providers under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, is dedicated for providing education and training, news updates through newsletters covering national and international news and analysis on all aspects of public health and hospital management. The Centre for Health Management and Research is led by intelligent, dynamic faculty members trained in various top healthcare industries, possessing cutting-edge technical expertise and skills, and dedicated to teaching and research, allowing new industry-integrated programmes in Healthcare.

Healthcare Industry


The healthcare industry (also known as the clinical industry or health economic system) is an aggregation and integration of sectors in the economic system that offers goods and services to treat sufferers with healing, preventive, rehabilitative, and palliative care. It consists of the generation and commercialization of goods and offerings lending themselves to preserving and re-setting up fitness. The modern-day healthcare enterprise consists of 3 important branches which might be services, merchandise, and finance, and may be divided into many sectors and classes and depends on the interdisciplinary groups of educated specialists and paraprofessionals to fulfill the fitness needs of individuals and populations.

Healthcare has become one in all India’s biggest sectors, both in phrases of sales and employment. Healthcare contains hospitals, medical gadgets, clinical trials, outsourcing, telemedicine, clinical tourism, health informatics ,medical insurance,medical record technology and medical equipment. The Indian healthcare region is growing at a brisk tempo because of its strengthening coverage, services, and increasing expenditure by means of public as nicely non-public gamer.

India's competitive advantage lies in its big pool of properly-educated medical professionals. India is also cost-aggressive as compared to its friends in Asia and western countries. The fee of surgical procedure in India is set one-tenth of that within the US or Western Europe. The low fee of scientific offerings has ended in a rise within the U . S . A .’s clinical tourism, attracting sufferers from across the world. Moreover, India has emerged as a hub for R&D activities for global players because of its fantastically low fee of clinical studies.

The medical care area has encountered significant development around the world, with the business' worth expanding from $ 8.5 trillion out of 2018 to $ 12 trillion of every 2022. India's general medical care industry is assessed to be near $ 372 billion of every 2022, with a build yearly development rate (CAGR) of 22%.

About IGMPI


Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India, registered as a non-profit society (under The Societies Registration Act,1860) with Government of India recognised by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, accredited Vocational Institution of Ministry of Education, Government of India and approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) presents unique, friendly and interactive platform to get rid of all your GMP related glitches. GMP- is an essential element of industries like pharmaceutical, cosmetic, Ayurveda, biotech, homeopathic, medical device and food manufacturing. GMP in itself is the most dynamic part which witnesses frequent changes in terms of newer rules being added and older ones being renewed. Keeping self updated with current GMPs thus becomes inevitable to stay abreast with the changing industry needs and practices.

Our group of learned professionals from above mentioned sectors of the Pharma, Healthcare and Food industries have put together their knowledge; know about and practical experiences in form of this GMP guide. IGMPI is moving hand in hand with technology advances and has gained recognition as a stronger and better training platform provider for professionals and students in the areas of GMP, Quality Assurance and Control, Pharma, Food and healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical IPR and Good Laboratory Practice and Product Management. The importance of quality healthcare and foods is known to our founders and thus numerous efforts are being made to offer friendly but effective and easy regular and online/online sources of GMP training, Quality Assurance and Control, Pharma and healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical IPR and Good Laboratory Practice in form of formal classroom studies, online/interactive programmes, online seminars, as well as onsite training programmes along with knowledge of worldwide affairs of the industry; in short a round-the-clock help for any information in these areas needed by anybody from around the world. Based on high standard of quality, the training programmes in Pharma, Healthcare and Food GMP, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, IPR, Pharma Product Management, Public Health, Hospital Management, Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Writing, Medical Coding, Nanotechnology, Drug Design and Discovery, Food QA&QC etc areas have been approved by Quality Council of India, which is an autonomous body and an accreditation authority for education & vocational training providers under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.

The IGMPI's team of technology experts and other Industry advisors together pursue to make cGMP knowledge, training in the area of Pharma and Food manufacturing easily accessible, through this platform.

Accreditation and Awards

IGMPI is recognized by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry Government of India. Duly licensed and certified by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations 2018 (License number: CRO/QM/L-8004228) for offering education and training programmes in the areas of Pharmaceutical, Food, Nutrition and Healthcare.

Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Bureau of Indian Standards

Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI) is registered as a non-profit society with its own Memorandum of Association and bye-laws under The Societies Registration Act, 1860, Government of India. IGMPI is an accredited Vocational Institution of Ministry of Education, Government of India.

The Post Graduate and Executive Diploma programmes of IGMPI in Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property Rights, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Public Health, Nanotechnology, Hospital Management, Product Management, Sales and Marketing Management, Clinical Research, Medical Writing, Drug Discovery and Development, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Coding have been duly assessed and approved by Quality Council of India, Government of India based on fulfillment of QCI's following criteria:

  1. Programme Content
  2. Programme Design
  3. Programme Material
  4. Instructors
  5. Class size & Attendance
  6. Facilities
  7. Evaluation of Students
  8. Written Examination
  9. Certificate

IGMPI is also approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) (FSSAI ID: TPINS18). IGMPI® is licensed by Department of Food Safety & Drug Administration under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and registered under Food Safety and Standards Act 2006. QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA (QCI) has also conferred IGMPI with D.L. SHAH NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD, Certificate of Merit & ASSOCHAM has conferred IGMPI with the Services Excellence Award based on excellence of its services to the students and training participants.

IGMPI's Membership with IPA

IGMPI is a Lifetime Institutional member of Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA).

IPA

IGMPI's Membership with AFSTI

IGMPI is an Institutional member of The Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India), (AFSTI).

AFSTI

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) came into existence through an act of Parliament in 1987. BIS is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act 2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. The Bureau is a Body consisting of 25 members representing both Central and State governments, Members of Parliament, industry, scientific and research institutions, consumer organizations and professional bodies; with Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution as its President and with Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution as its Vice-President.

International Recognition

For providing its education and training services to overseas students, IGMPI is registered with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Government of India and our Export Import Code is AADCI7680Q.

IGMPI is an Institutional Member of the International Society for Quality in Health Care lSQua

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is a member of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and through the Indian National Committee (INC) which is a member of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). BIS is also a member of regional standards bodies like Pacific Area Standards Congress (PASC) and South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO). India started taking part in IEC from 1911 and subsequently the then Indian Standards Institution (now BIS) took over the responsibility of Indian National Committee of IEC(INC-IEC) in 1949. Since then the INC-IEC is actively participating in the activities of the IEC both at the policy level and technical work and carrying out the responsibilities as member body of IEC Council. India is a member in Standards Management Board (SMB) of IEC since 2015.BIS has also signed Bilateral Cooperation Agreements (BCA)/Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) with the National Standards Bodies of several countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Egypt, European Union , Germany, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Jordon, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Mali, Mauritius, Nigeria, Russia, Saudi Arabia , Slovakia, Slovenia, Suriname, USA, UAE, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Bhutan, Brazil, Israel, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), Quality Council of India is a member of International Accreditation Forum (IAF) & Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC) as well as signatory to its MLAs for Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems and Product Certification. NABCB is also a Full Member of International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) & Asia Pacific Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (APLAC) as well as signatory to its MRAs for Inspection.


Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Digital Health (PGDDH/EDDH)

A course in Digital Health is essential in today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. With advancements in technology and the increasing integration of digital solutions into healthcare delivery, professionals in the field need to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate this digital transformation.

Here's an overview of why such a course is crucial:

  1. Emergence of Digital Health: Digital Health encompasses a wide range of technologies, including electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, wearable devices, mobile health apps, and health informatics. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and reduce costs.
  2. Addressing Healthcare Challenges: Digital Health solutions can help address various challenges in healthcare, such as access to care, chronic disease management, patient engagement, and healthcare disparities. Understanding how to leverage these technologies effectively is key to overcoming these challenges.
  3. Integration with Traditional Healthcare: Digital Health is not meant to replace traditional healthcare but to complement it. Healthcare professionals need to understand how to integrate digital solutions into their practice seamlessly while ensuring patient safety, privacy, and data security.
  4. Data-driven Decision Making: Digital Health generates vast amounts of data that can be analyzed to gain insights into patient populations, treatment effectiveness, and healthcare trends. Professionals need to know how to collect, analyze, and interpret this data to make informed decisions and improve patient care.
  5. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations: The use of digital technologies in healthcare is subject to various regulations and ethical considerations, such as HIPAA compliance, data privacy, consent, and cybersecurity. Professionals need to be aware of these regulations and ethical principles to ensure legal and ethical use of digital health solutions.
  6. Interdisciplinary Collaboration:Digital Health involves collaboration among various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, technologists, policymakers, and patients. Professionals need to understand how to collaborate effectively across disciplines to develop and implement digital health solutions that meet the needs of all stakeholders.
  7. Continuous Learning and Adaptation: The field of Digital Health is constantly evolving with new technologies, regulations, and best practices emerging regularly. Professionals need to engage in continuous learning and adaptation to stay abreast of the latest developments and remain competitive in their field.

Course Highlights

  • Introduction to Digital Health
  • Overview of Digital Health Technologies
  • Data Analytics in Healthcare
  • Regulatory and Legal Aspects
  • Interoperability and Standards
  • Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Engagement and Behavior Change
  • Health Informatics and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
  • Implementation and Adoption Strategies
  • Future Trends and Innovations
  • Ethical and Societal Implications
  • Case Studies and Real-World Applications

Expertise Boost

Upon completion of this course, you will attain certification/Diploma as a Digital Health Professional, a credential that will elevate your career and professional standing, providing you with a distinct competitive advantage. As an alumni of IGMPI, you will gain access to a prestigious network of top management professionals, fostering invaluable connections and opportunities for growth.

By leveraging these resources and networks, you will not only solidify your expertise in the field of Digital Health but also position yourself as a go-to authority for those seeking guidance and insights in this rapidly evolving domain. This comprehensive course not only equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge but also provides you with the tools and connections needed to excel in your career and make a meaningful impact in the realm of Digital Health.

Programme Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Health

  • Overview of digital health and its significance
  • Evolution of digital health technologies
  • Current trends and future prospects

Module 2: Health Informatics

  • Fundamentals of health data management
  • Electronic health records (EHR) systems
  • Health information exchange (HIE)
  • Data privacy and security in health informatics

Module 3: Telemedicine and Telehealth

  • Definition and scope of telemedicine
  • Telehealth technologies and platforms
  • Teleconsultation and remote monitoring
  • Regulatory and legal considerations

Module 4: Mobile Health (mHealth)

  • Introduction to mHealth applications
  • Wearable health technology
  • Health tracking and monitoring apps
  • User engagement and behavior change techniques

Module 5: Healthcare Analytics and Big Data

  • Role of data analytics in healthcare
  • Big data sources in healthcare
  • Data-driven decision-making in healthcare
  • Predictive analytics for disease management and prevention

Module 6: Healthcare Information Systems

  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
  • Hospital Information Systems (HIS)
  • Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)
  • Patient Management Systems

Module 7: Digital Health Entrepreneurship

  • Identifying opportunities in digital health
  • Business models in digital health
  • Start-up challenges and strategies
  • Regulatory compliance and market entry

Module 8: Ethical and Legal Issues in Digital Health

  • Patient confidentiality and data protection
  • Ethical considerations in telemedicine
  • Legal frameworks for digital health
  • Liability issues and risk management

Module 9: Patient Engagement and Empowerment

  • Importance of patient-centered care
  • Patient education and self-management tools
  • Strategies for promoting patient engagement
  • Empowering patients through digital health solutions

Module 10: Digital Health Policy and Regulation

  • Healthcare regulations and standards
  • FDA regulations for digital health products
  • Health IT certification requirements
  • International perspectives on digital health regulation

Module 11: Future Directions in Digital Health

  • Emerging technologies in digital health
  • Predictions for the future of healthcare delivery
  • Opportunities and challenges in advancing digital health
  • Strategies for staying updated in the rapidly evolving field

Module 12: Case Studies

  • Real-world examples of successful digital health implementations
  • Case studies on overcoming challenges in digital health projects

The program will empower professionals to:

Navigate the Complexities of Digital Health: Gain adeptness in maneuvering through the intricate dynamics and rapid shifts inherent in the realm of Digital Health.

Acquire Holistic Expertise: Attain a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in the multifaceted facets crucial for thriving in the digital healthcare sphere.

Leverage Technological Advancements: Harness the transformative potential of technology to elevate patient care standards, streamline operational efficiencies, and foster a culture of innovation within healthcare delivery systems.

Stay at the Vanguard of Knowledge: Remain at the forefront of the field by continuously updating one's knowledge reservoir with the latest breakthroughs, emerging trends, and best practices in Digital Health.

Forge Collaborative Networks: Cultivate the ability to collaborate seamlessly with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring the effective development and implementation of impactful digital health solutions.

Navigate Regulatory Landscapes with Finesse: Develop an adept understanding of the intricate regulatory frameworks, ethical imperatives, and stringent data privacy laws governing the domain of digital health.

Nurture a Mindset of Innovation and Adaptability: Cultivate a mindset characterized by a proclivity for innovation, a penchant for adaptive thinking, and adept problem-solving skills to tackle the intricate challenges prevalent in healthcare through digital modalities.

Cultivate Leadership Acumen: Hone leadership competencies requisite for spearheading transformative digital health initiatives, catalyzing organizational change, and fostering a culture of innovation within healthcare ecosystems.

Facilitate Enhanced Patient Engagement: Employ strategic utilization of digital health tools and platforms to bolster patient engagement, empowerment, and self-management, thereby augmenting overall health outcomes.

Engage in Thought Leadership and Networking: Engage in thought leadership endeavors, collaborate with industry luminaries, and partake in robust networking opportunities to exchange insights, share experiences, and fortify professional growth trajectories in the expansive landscape of Digital Health.

Eligibility

Any Graduation/ B.tech/ B.Sc. in Microbiology/ Life Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology/ Food Science/ Food Technology/ BE/ B.Pharma/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BUMS/ BAMS or any other discipline.

Programme Duration

The duration to complete this programme is 1 year (Post Graduate Diploma), 6 months (Executive Diploma).

Registration

The registration dates for this programme run by the Institute are updated timely on the webpage. Effective online learning tools incorporated into the design of the webpage make the programme lectures, online live classes and study material easily accessible. This gives a huge window of self-regulated and self-paced performance to the participants.

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 give all flexibility to the participants.
  • Online classes 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 module 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 module, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires
  • All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English

Examination and Certification

IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all PG Diploma and Executive Diploma Programmes. Each of your modules is equal to 4 credits. To successfully complete the programme, you will have to earn all the credits assigned to your programme.

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 Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Digital Health by the Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) 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.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to in its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like Rijuven India, Portea Medical, Doximity, Teledoc Health, GoodRx, Talkspace, Life Stance Health, Hims and Hers Health, Group, Philips Healthcare, 1mg, Portea Medical, Express Clinics, TeleVital, Cisco Systems, Polycom, American Well, MeMD, Health Tap, Sesame, Amwell, Practo, LiveHealth, VidmedTelehealth, Apollo Telehealth Services Pvt. Ltd., MG Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Lybrate India Pvt. Ltd., Netdox Health Pvt. Ltd., Zoylo Digihealth Pvt. Ltd., Advanced Human Imaging, Tele Vital India Pvt. Ltd., 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

This course can help you build a career in various fields in the healthcare industry.

  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Hospitals
  • Consulting & Advisory services
  • Chronic Disease Management Medical
  • Devices
  • Information Technology
  • Academics & Research
  • Digitalizing of Medical/ Clinical Practice
  • Public Policy & Regulation
  • Digital Health Project Management
  • Marketing & Business Development for
  • Organizations in Digital Health
  • Development of Digital Health Solutions
  • Insurance Industry
  • Entrepreneurs in Digital Health

After completing this course, participants can pursue various career paths and assume roles such as:

  • Digital Health Architect
  • HealthTech Strategist
  • Telemedicine Innovator
  • Healthcare Informatics Specialist
  • Digital Health Solutions Engineer
  • Health Data Analyst
  • Telehealth Integration Consultant
  • HealthTech Operations Manager
  • Clinical Informatics Director
  • Digital Health Transformation Lead

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Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR)
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Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR)

C-6, Qutab Institutional Area, Near Old JNU Campus, New Delhi-110016
18001031071 (Toll Free), Phone: +91 11 26512850