Post Graduate Diploma in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences (12 months)

Executive Diploma in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences (6 months)

Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR)

chmr.igmpi.ac.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


The Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India, registered under SR Act XXI of 1860, Government of India, recognised by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, accredited Vocational Institution of Ministry of Education, Government of India and approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) presents a unique, friendly and interactive platform to get rid of all your GMP compliance related issues. GMP- an essential element of industries like pharmaceutical, cosmetic, Ayurveda, biotech, homeopathic, medical device and food manufacturing and sustainability services - in itself is the most dynamic part which witnesses frequent changes in terms of new rules being added and old ones being renewed. Thus, keeping oneself updated with current GMPs is essential to remain aligned with evolving industry requirement and standards.

Our team comprises knowledgeable professionals from diverse sectors such as Pharma, Healthcare, Food & Nutraceutical industries, pooling together their expertise, know-how, and practical experiences to create this GMP guide. IGMPI is moving hand in hand with technology advances and has gained recognition as a stronger and better education and training platform provider for professionals and students in the areas of GMP, Quality Assurance and Control, Pharma, Food & Nutrition and Healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical IPR and Good Laboratory Practice and Product Management. Our board of governors and specialists have collated their acumen and are offering state-of-the-art courses which includes GMP training, Quality Assurance and Control, Pharma and healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical IPR, Environment Social Governance (ESG), and Good Laboratory Practice in form of formal classroom studies, online/interactive programmes, online seminars, as well as onsite training programmes along with the knowledge of worldwide affairs of the industry. In short, a round-the-clock service is provided for any information in these areas required by anybody from around the country and abroad. Based on high standards 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. IGMPI is duly licensed and certified by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations 2018.

Accreditation and Awards

IGMPI is recognized by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India and duly licensed and certified by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations 2018 (License number: ERO/EOMSM/L-8000027) for offering education and training programmes, services and processes in the areas of Pharmaceutical, Food, Nutrition, Healthcare, Environment Health & Safety (EHS), Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) and Marketing Communications.

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.

IGMPI has been conferred with the prestigious "BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS (BIS) AWARD OF HONOUR 2023". 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

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.

Quality Council of India (QCI)

Quality Council of India is set up by the Government of India to establish and operate national accreditation structure and promote quality through National Quality Campaign. QCI is registered as a non-profit society with its own Memorandum of Association. QCI is governed by a Council of 38 members and Chairman of QCI is appointed by the Prime Minister on recommendation of the industry to the government. The Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, is the nodal ministry for QCI.

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 CarelSQua

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 Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences

Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences course – a fascinating exploration of how our thoughts, bodies, and lifestyles are all connected. In this program, we'll dive into understanding how our minds affect our bodies and how our daily choices impact our overall well-being.

Throughout the course, we'll focus on key areas like psychophysiology, where we'll learn about the two-way communication between our minds and bodies. We'll also explore behavioral interventions, understanding how our behaviors influence our health, and how we can prevent and manage chronic diseases.

Lifestyle interventions will be a big part of our studies, where we'll look at practical strategies for improving health through things like nutrition, exercise, stress management, and sleep. Mind-body therapies, including mindfulness and yoga, will also be explored aesthetics and Neuroglow showing how these practices can positively affect mental health.

The expert faculty will guide you, and networking opportunities will connect you with professionals in the field. This course isn't just about learning – it's about exploring the connections between our minds, bodies, and lifestyles to build a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Mind-Body Medicine

  • Overview of mind-body connection
  • Historical perspectives on mind-body medicine
  • Basic principles and concepts

Module 2: Psychophysiology

  • Understanding the physiological basis of mental and emotional states
  • Neurobiology of stress and relaxation
  • Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)

Module 3: Mindfulness and Meditation based Interventions

  • Techniques and practices for cultivating mindfulness
  • Meditation and its effects on mental and physical health
  • Mindfulness-based interventions

Module 4: Holistic Health and Wellness

  • Integrative approaches to health
  • Nutrition and its impact on mental well-being
  • Exercise and movement therapies

Module 5: Neuroglow and Aesthetics

  • About Neuroglow
  • Neuroaesthetic Radiance
  • Relation between Neuroglow and Aesthetics

Module 6: Emotional Equilibrium Development (Stress Management)

  • Identification of stressors
  • Coping mechanisms and stress reduction strategies
  • Resilience building

Module 7: Positive Psychology

  • Study of positive emotions and strengths
  • Applications in promoting well-being
  • Positive psychology interventions

Module 8: Behavioral and Lifestyle Medicine

  • The role of behavior in health
  • Behavior change theories and models
  • Lifestyle interventions

Module 9: Mind Body Illness and their Healing

  • Understanding the interaction between mind and body in illness
  • Psychosocial factors in disease and healing

Module 10: Integrative medicine and modern approaches to health

  • Complementary and alternative medicine
  • Integrating traditional and modern approaches to health

Module 11: Case Studies

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. Diploma holders are eligible for our Executive Diploma, Industry Certificate, and Certificate Programmes.

Programme Duration

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

Registration

The registration dates for the Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences will be flashed on the homepage of Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), IGMPI and will be 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

Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all Post Graduate Diploma and Executive Diploma. 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 obliged to timely submit completed assessment assignments (during the programme, usually after every module) and appear for an online exam at the end of the programme. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences by Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), IGMPI.

For all the above-mentioned modules elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments and project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

IGMPI offers placement assistance to its students. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to the participants of Post Graduate Diploma Programmes. 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 employability of our participants. 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 giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Matra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

Future career prospects

The future career prospects for individuals specializing in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences appear promising and diverse. As society increasingly recognizes the intricate connections between mental, physical, and lifestyle factors, graduates of this discipline can anticipate fulfilling roles across various sectors. Opportunities may include serving as integrative healthcare practitioners in hospitals or wellness centers, designing corporate wellness programs, venturing into entrepreneurship by developing digital health solutions, guiding individuals as health coaches or lifestyle consultants, and contributing to research in mind-body medicine. Additionally, careers in public health, education, holistic nutrition, and alternative therapies are emerging, reflecting the expanding landscape of holistic well-being. The potential also exists for roles as mindfulness instructors, behavioral health consultants, and media/content creators focusing on disseminating knowledge in this field. Staying abreast of evolving industry trends and actively engaging in professional development will be key to navigating and capitalizing on the promising future in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Sciences.

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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