Prospectus

The Centre for Environmental Health and Safety (CEHS) which has been set up under the aegis of IGMPI - an autonomous Institute recognised by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, accredited Vocational Institution of Ministry of Education, Government of India and licensed and certified by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations 2018. ), is focused on advancing professional education, skill development and awareness in the interconnected fields of environment, occupational health, safety and sustainability. The Centre aims to support individuals and organisations in understanding and responding to the environmental and workplace challenges emerging from rapid industrialisation, urbanisation, technological development and climate change.

Today, environmental protection and workplace safety are no longer viewed as separate organisational responsibilities. Businesses and institutions are increasingly expected to create safe and healthy workplaces, manage environmental impacts, use resources responsibly, comply with applicable requirements and integrate sustainability into decision-making. CEHS seeks to contribute to this transition by developing professionals who can understand these interconnected challenges and apply their knowledge in practical settings.

Through its academic and professional programmes, CEHS provides opportunities for graduates, working professionals, environmental practitioners, safety professionals, engineers, managers and individuals seeking to develop specialised competencies. The Centre's programmes are designed to support both career development and continuous professional learning in areas that are increasingly important across industries and sectors.

CEHS offers programmes covering a broad range of contemporary subjects, including Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Safety Management, Environmental Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Law and Policy, ESG, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Waste Management, Renewable Energy, Life Cycle Assessment, Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Behaviour-Based Safety and AI and Data for Environmental Sustainability. This multidisciplinary approach reflects the changing nature of environmental and safety responsibilities in modern organisations.

A key focus of CEHS is to make professional learning practical, relevant and connected to real-world situations. Learning is supported through contemporary examples, case studies, industry practices, regulatory developments, applied concepts and discussions around emerging environmental and occupational challenges. The objective is not simply to provide information, but to help learners develop the ability to analyse problems, assess risks, understand regulatory and organisational requirements and identify practical solutions.

The Centre also recognises the importance of developing a strong culture of prevention. Effective environmental and safety management begins with awareness but requires much more than compliance alone. It involves responsible leadership, informed decision-making, risk identification, employee participation, resource efficiency and a commitment to continual improvement. CEHS promotes these principles through its professional learning initiatives and encourages learners to look at environmental and safety challenges from both technical and organisational perspectives.

As sustainability continues to influence business strategies and public policy, professionals are increasingly required to understand areas such as climate resilience, ESG, resource efficiency, circular economy, environmental governance, sustainable production and responsible risk management. CEHS seeks to keep its learning portfolio responsive to these changing requirements and emerging areas of professional practice.

The Centre also places importance on continuous learning and professional upskilling. Environmental regulations, technologies, standards, workplace practices and sustainability expectations continue to evolve. CEHS therefore aims to provide learners with opportunities to update their knowledge, strengthen their professional capabilities and remain prepared for changing responsibilities within their respective fields.

CEHS brings together the perspectives of environmental management, occupational health and safety, sustainability, regulatory awareness and professional development. This integrated approach reflects the understanding that healthy people, safe workplaces, responsible organisations and a healthy environment are closely connected.

Our Commitment

At CEHS, our commitment is to promote knowledge that can be applied, skills that can create impact and learning that remains relevant to changing professional needs. We strive to support the development of capable professionals who can contribute to safer workplaces, better environmental management, responsible organisational practices and sustainable development.

We believe that meaningful progress is achieved when economic development goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility, human well-being and safety. Through education, professional training and continuous skill development, CEHS aims to contribute to a workforce that is better prepared to address today's challenges and shape a safer, healthier and more sustainable future.

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.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a scientifically recognized methodology used to evaluate the environmental impacts associated with a product, process, or service throughout its entire life cycle—from raw material extraction (cradle) to manufacturing, distribution, use, and end-of-life disposal or recycling (grave or cradle-to-cradle).

With increasing regulatory pressure, climate commitments, ESG disclosures, carbon neutrality goals, and sustainable product design requirements, LCA has become a critical decision-making tool for industries, consultants, policymakers, and sustainability professionals. Standards such as ISO 14040 and ISO 14044, along with frameworks like GHG Protocol, Product Environmental Footprint (PEF), EPDs, and Scope 3 emissions, strongly rely on life-cycle thinking.

This programme is designed to provide participants with a clear, structured, and practical understanding of LCA, integrating global best practices, digital LCA tools, carbon footprinting, circular economy concepts, and recent regulatory developments. The training emphasizes real-world applications, case studies, and hands-on learning, enabling participants to apply LCA effectively in industry and consulting environments.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Life Cycle Thinking and LCA

• Evolution of environmental management: end-of-pipe to life-cycle thinking
• What is Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?
• Importance of LCA in sustainability, ESG, and climate action
• Cradle-to-grave, cradle-to-gate, gate-to-gate, and cradle-to-cradle concepts
• Applications of LCA in industry, policy, and product design
• Role of LCA in sustainable development goals (SDGs)
• Benefits of LCA for organizations: decision-making, compliance, innovation

Module 2: LCA Standards, Frameworks, and Guidelines

• ISO 14040 & ISO 14044 – principles and framework
• Relationship between LCA, carbon footprint, and water footprint
• Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) – EU perspective
• Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
• LCA linkage with GHG Protocol (Scope 1, 2 & 3)
• Role of LCA in ESG reporting (GRI, BRSR, CDP)
• Regulatory and market drivers for LCA (global & Indian context)

Module 3: Goal and Scope Definition

• Importance of goal definition in LCA studies
• Intended application and target audience
• Functional unit selection and system boundaries
• Allocation methods and assumptions
• Cut-off criteria and data quality requirements
• Attributional vs. consequential LCA
• Common errors and challenges in goal & scope definition

Module 4: Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) Analysis

• What is Life Cycle Inventory (LCI)?
• Data collection: primary vs. secondary data
• Process flow diagrams and system modeling
• Energy, material, water, and emission inventories
• Databases overview: Ecoinvent, GaBi, ELCD
• Data gaps, uncertainty, and data validation
• Best practices for inventory data management

Module 5: Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA)

• Purpose and structure of LCIA
• Midpoint vs. endpoint impact categories
• Key impact categories:
• Climate change (GWP)
• Ozone depletion
• Acidification
• Eutrophication
• Photochemical smog
• Human toxicity & ecotoxicity
• Resource depletion
• Water scarcity
• Impact assessment methods (CML, ReCiPe, TRACI)
• Interpretation of LCIA results

Module 6: Interpretation, Reporting, and Critical Review

• Identifying significant issues and hotspots
• Sensitivity and uncertainty analysis
• Consistency and completeness checks
• Interpretation of results for decision-making
• Transparent LCA reporting as per ISO standards
• Critical review process and requirements
• Communicating LCA results to stakeholders

Module 7: LCA Software Tools and Digitalization

• Overview of popular LCA tools:
• SimaPro
• GaBi
• OpenLCA
• Introduction to LCA modeling workflows
• Role of digital tools and automation in LCA
• Integration of LCA with BIM, ERP, and PLM systems
• Use of AI and data analytics in sustainability assessments
• Limitations and challenges of LCA software

Module 8: Applications, Case Studies, and Future Trends

• LCA applications in:
• Manufacturing
• Construction & infrastructure
• Energy & renewables
• Food & agriculture
• Pharmaceuticals & chemicals
• Carbon footprinting and Scope 3 emissions using LCA
• LCA for eco-design and sustainable product development
• Circular economy and life-cycle thinking
• Indian and global case studies
• Future trends: net-zero, science-based targets, digital LCA
• Step-by-step roadmap to implement LCA in organizations

Eligibility

• Graduates / Diploma holders in Engineering, Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or allied disciplines
• ESG, EHS, and Sustainability professionals
• Environmental consultants and auditors
• Product designers and R&D professionals
• Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain managers
• Faculty members, researchers, and students
• Professionals involved in ESG, carbon management, and reporting

Programme Duration

The duration of the training is 5 days.

Programme Mode

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

Programme Deliverables

• Comprehensive study material for all modules (soft copy)
• Live interactive sessions with expert faculty
• Industry-oriented explanations and practical examples
• Case studies and implementation guidance
• Participant feedback after each module
• Sessions conducted entirely in English

Assessment & Certification

An online assessment will be conducted at the end of the programme. Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the Professional Certification in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) by the Centre for Environmental Health and Safety, IGMPI.

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 actively supports career development through its placement assistance initiatives, with strong industry linkages across:

• Sustainability & ESG consulting
• Manufacturing & process industries
• Infrastructure & construction
• FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and energy sectors

Support includes:

• Resume development
• Interview preparation
• Mock interviews
• Career guidance and industry exposure

Future Career & Organizational Benefits

• Improved sustainability and environmental performance
• Stronger ESG and carbon reporting capability
• Better decision-making for product and process design
• Enhanced compliance with global standards
• Career opportunities such as:
• LCA Analyst
• Sustainability Consultant
• ESG Specialist
• Carbon & Climate Analyst
• Environmental Auditor
• Sustainability Manager