Prospectus

The Faculty of Food Safety and Quality (FFSQ) which has been set up under the aegis of ‘Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India' - an autonomous Institute 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, Nutrition 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, Environment 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.

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.

The Quality Management System Lead Auditor Certification Programme is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct, report, and manage audits of Quality Management Systems (QMS) based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2015.

The programme focuses on developing competence to evaluate whether an organization’s quality management system conforms to the requirements of ISO 9001 and whether it is effectively implemented and maintained.

In addition to understanding the ISO 9001 requirements, participants will be trained to perform first-party, second-party, and third-party audits following the auditing principles and guidance of ISO 19011:2018.

The course provides detailed understanding of quality management principles, risk-based thinking, process approach, documentation requirements, and continual improvement strategies, thereby enabling participants to act as competent Lead Auditors in certification bodies, consulting firms, and corporate organizations.

Certification Objectives

The programme aims to develop professional competence in the following areas:

1. Understanding the principles and concepts of Quality Management Systems
2. Industrial quality management practices and continuous improvement
3. Global quality standards and quality assurance frameworks
4. Government regulations, standards, and industry codes of practice related to quality
5. Development, implementation, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
6. Understanding the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9000:2015, and auditing guidelines of ISO 19011:2018
7. Establishment and implementation of Quality Management Systems
8. Risk-based thinking and process approach in ISO 9001
9. Planning, conducting, reporting, and following up QMS audits
10. Responsibilities and competencies of a Lead Auditor

Certified Study Resources

International Affiliation with

Module 1: Introduction to Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Module 2: Quality Management Principles and Process Approach

Module 3: ISO 9001:2015 Requirements – Clause Interpretation

Module 4: Implementation of ISO 9001 in Organizations

Module 5: Fundamentals of Quality Management System Auditing

Module 6: Conducting Audits Based on ISO 19011

Module 7: Documentation, Non-Conformities, and Corrective Actions

Module 8: Risk Management and Continual Improvement

Module 9: Regulatory and Industry Requirements

Module 10: Case Studies

Scope

The Certification is especially beneficial for professionals who:

• Plan or manage ISO 9001:2015 implementation
• Need detailed knowledge of QMS auditing processes
• Are involved in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd party audits
• Work in quality management, quality assurance, or compliance
• Are quality consultants, managers, engineers, or supervisors
• Aspiring professionals seeking a career in quality auditing

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Professional Certification Programmes.Professionals from manufacturing, service industries, healthcare, food processing, IT, and engineering sectors can also apply.

Programme Duration

The duration of the training programme is 5 days.

Programme Mode

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

Programme Deliverables

The programme is designed to meet current industry requirements and global quality standards.

Key features include:

• Interactive online sessions conducted by experienced trainers
• Comprehensive coverage of ISO 9001 and auditing concepts
• Case studies and real-world audit scenarios
• Assignments and knowledge assessments
• Practical exercises and group discussions

All training sessions are delivered in English.

Assessment & Certification

All participants are required to appear for an online assessment examination.

Upon successfully passing the examination, participants will be awarded the ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor by Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI.

The certification confirms that the participant has demonstrated competence in:

• Understanding ISO 9001 requirements
• Conducting QMS audits
• Reporting audit findings
• Managing corrective actions and follow-up

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 maintains strong relationships with leading organizations and certification bodies to support career development.

Placement support services include:

• Resume development and career guidance
• Interview preparation and mock interviews
• Networking opportunities with industry experts
• Interaction with quality professionals and auditors

Participants from organizations such as manufacturing industries, consulting firms, testing laboratories, and certification bodies regularly attend this programme.

Future Career Prospects

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification prepares professionals for leadership roles in quality management and auditing.

Career opportunities include:

• Quality Manager
• Internal Auditor
• Lead Auditor in certification bodies
• Quality Assurance Manager
• Compliance Manager
• ISO Consultant
• Supplier Quality Auditor

This certification also provides a pathway for professionals aiming to work with international certification organizations and global industries.