Prospectus

Centre for Health Management and Research has been set up under the aegis of Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI)—an autonomous institution recognized by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, an accredited Vocational Institution under the Ministry of Education, and approved by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Centre for Health Management and Research offers a cutting-edge, collaborative platform designed to empower healthcare and life sciences professionals to navigate the complex, ever-evolving landscape of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory compliance.

In an era where healthcare quality, patient safety, and regulatory adherence are under global scrutiny, Centre for Health Management and Research serves as a beacon for transforming policy into practice. GMP remains a pivotal component across key healthcare domains—Hospital management, Medical records, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Facial Aesthetics, Public Health  etc—where innovation meets stringent regulation. With global health systems becoming increasingly interconnected, staying aligned with current GMP standards is not just compliance—it's a strategic imperative.

Our multidisciplinary team comprises industry veterans and domain experts from Pharma, Public Health, Hospital Management, Food & Nutrition, Clinical Research, and Regulatory Affairs. This collective expertise drives our mission to deliver industry-relevant, future-focused education and training that bridges knowledge gaps and enhances workforce readiness.

At Centre for Health Management and Research, we embrace the digital shift in healthcare, incorporating AI, data science, ESG principles, and regulatory tech into our dynamic learning ecosystem. Our flagship programmes span Healthcare Quality Assurance and Control, Naturopathy, Maternal & Child Health, ESG in Healthcare, Public Health Policy, Epidemiology, Healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Medical Coding & Writing, Health Informatics and many more, delivered through flexible formats—on-campus, online, hybrid, and onsite corporate training.

We are proud to be certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Conformity Assessment Regulations 2018, and our programmes are approved by the Quality Council of India, ensuring academic rigor, industry compliance, and global recognition.

Centre for Health Management and Research is not just an institution; it's a health innovation catalyst. Whether you're a healthcare leader, public health professional, hospital administrator, or regulatory strategist, we offer round-the-clock access to knowledge, mentorship, and upskilling—locally and globally—so you can lead with confidence in today’s complex healthcare ecosystem.

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. Course Content
    2. Course Design
    3. Course 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 is also approved by Sector Skills Council under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) setup by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt of India (TC ID:TC342267).

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.

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.

Effective healthcare leadership is vital for improving patient outcomes, strengthening organizational performance, building high-performing teams and successfully managing change. With rapid advancements in technology, digital health, artificial intelligence and evolving healthcare needs, organizations require professionals who can manage complexity, make informed decisions and lead sustainable transformation.

The Professional Certification in Healthcare Leadership and Change Management develops practical leadership and management competencies across healthcare, hospitals, public health and digital health sectors. The programme covers strategic leadership, team management, change management, organizational transformation, quality improvement, patient safety, digital transformation, AI, crisis leadership and workforce management. Participants gain exposure to industry-relevant leadership frameworks, management tools and change methodologies, including SWOT, PESTLE, Kotter, ADKAR, Lewin, McKinsey 7-S, PDSA, Lean, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and FMEA, enabling them to apply concepts to real-world healthcare challenges.

The programme is ideal for senior leadership positions such as CEO, COO, Chief Quality Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Digital Officer, Chief Transformation Officer, Vice President – Healthcare Operations/Administration, Hospital Director, Executive Director, Medical Director, Director – Hospital Operations, Head – Quality & Patient Safety, Head – Healthcare Transformation & Change Management, Head – Digital Health & AI Transformation and Healthcare Strategy & Management Consultant.

Programme Structure

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Module 1: Foundations of Healthcare Leadership

• Healthcare Leadership & Management
• Transformational, Servant & Situational Leadership
• Healthcare Leadership Competencies
• Strategic & Ethical Leadership
• Leadership Challenges in Healthcare

Module 2: Self-Leadership & High-Performance Teams

• Self-Leadership & Emotional Intelligence
• Communication, Feedback & Influencing Skills
• Team Building & Employee Engagement
• Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
• Psychological Safety & High-Performance Teams

Module 3: Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making

• Strategic Planning & SWOT/PESTLE Analysis
• Evidence-Based & Data-Driven Decision-Making
• Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement
• Organizational Culture & Change Readiness
• Risk-Based Decision-Making

Module 4: Change Management & Organizational Transformation

• Lewin, Kotter & ADKAR Change Models
• Change Readiness & Resistance Management
• Change Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• McKinsey 7-S Framework
• Sustaining & Institutionalizing Change

Module 5: Managing Digital Transformation

• Digital Health Transformation & Maturity Assessment
• AI & Generative AI in Healthcare
• Healthcare Data Analytics, Dashboards & KPIs
• Technology Adoption & Workflow Transformation
• AI Governance, Ethics, Privacy & Cybersecurity

Module 6: Quality, Patient Safety & Crisis Leadership

• PDSA, Lean Healthcare & Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis & FMEA
• Patient Safety & Clinical Governance
• Crisis Management & Business Continuity
• Workforce Resilience & Employee Wellbeing

Module 7: Applications of Healthcare Leadership & Change Management

• Leadership Applications in Hospitals & Healthcare Organizations
• Change Management & Organizational Transformation
• Digital Health, AI & Technology Leadership
• Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Applications
• Crisis Leadership & Healthcare Resilience

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 Professional Certification programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

Programme Deliverables

The programme provides comprehensive learning resources aligned with contemporary healthcare industry requirements.

• Comprehensive study material for all modules.
• Assignments and assessments for continuous evaluation.
• Interactive Online Live Classes covering key programme areas.
• Practical healthcare case studies and industry-oriented examples.
• Exposure to leadership, change management, quality and digital transformation frameworks.
• Faculty guidance and academic support.
• Assessment and evaluation to develop practical professional competencies.
• Feedback mechanisms for continuous learning and improvement.

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 Professional Certification in Healthcare Leadership and Change Management by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Live Classes/Part-time, 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

The Institute provides placement assistance and career support to eligible participants after successful completion of the programme. The Placement Assistance Cell is supported by senior HR professionals, Talent Acquisition experts and industry advisors, with connections across healthcare, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, consulting, NGOs and digital health sectors.

The Institute has witnessed participation from professionals working with leading organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, AIIMS, Jhpiego, PATH, Optum, IPE Global, Novartis, Fortis Healthcare, Narayana Health, HealthCare Global Enterprises, Lal PathLabs, Piramal Enterprises, Wockhardt, Deloitte, Bain & Company, McKinsey & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, Public Health Foundation of India, Cactus Communications, Cytel, HCL Foundation and TATA Foundation, among others.

Potential career opportunities include:

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Operating Officer (COO)
• Vice President (VP) – Healthcare Operations / Administration
• Hospital Director / Executive Director
• Head – Quality & Patient Safety
• Head – Healthcare Transformation & Change Management