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.

The Professional Certification in Sustainable Waste Management is a comprehensive academic programme designed to equip participants with advanced knowledge and practical competencies in sustainable waste management, circular economy, resource recovery, and environmental sustainability. The programme addresses the growing global need for effective waste management systems by integrating environmental, economic, technological, and regulatory perspectives essential for achieving sustainable development goals.

The course provides an in-depth understanding of municipal, industrial, hazardous, biomedical, plastic, electronic, construction and demolition waste management systems while emphasizing waste minimization, recycling, recovery, and resource efficiency. Participants will gain practical exposure to modern waste treatment technologies, circular economy principles, digital waste management solutions, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), carbon reduction strategies, ESG frameworks, and waste-to-energy systems.

Designed in line with the latest international developments and best practices adopted by globally recognized universities and environmental organizations, the programme incorporates emerging areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain-enabled waste traceability, life cycle assessment (LCA), carbon footprint assessment, climate finance, and sustainable resource management.

Through a balanced combination of theoretical concepts, industrial case studies, practical applications, and project-based learning, the programme prepares participants to contribute effectively towards sustainable waste management planning, environmental compliance, corporate sustainability initiatives, circular economy implementation, and green infrastructure development across public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Waste Management and Circular Economy

• Principles of Sustainable Development and Environmental Sustainability

• Global Waste Scenario and Emerging Environmental Challenges

• Waste Hierarchy and Integrated Waste Management Systems

• Circular Economy Principles and Resource Efficiency

• Classification and Characterization of Waste

• Environmental and Public Health Impacts of Waste

• Sustainable Consumption and Production (SDG 12)

Module 2: Waste Generation, Collection, Segregation and Transportation Systems

• Sources and Characteristics of Municipal Solid Waste

• Waste Quantification and Generation Forecasting

• Source Segregation Techniques

• Collection and Transportation Systems

• Smart Waste Collection Technologies

• Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs)

• Digital Monitoring of Waste Collection

Module 3: Municipal Solid Waste Management

• Integrated Municipal Solid Waste Management

• Urban and Rural Waste Management Systems

• Decentralized Waste Management Models

• Scientific Landfill Design and Management

• Landfill Mining and Rehabilitation

• Smart City Waste Management

• National and International Best Practices

Module 4: Industrial, Hazardous and Biomedical Waste Management

• Industrial Waste Management Systems

• Hazardous Waste Identification and Classification

• Hazardous Waste Storage and Disposal

• Biomedical Waste Management

• Chemical and Laboratory Waste

• Radioactive Waste Fundamentals

• Industrial Symbiosis and Cleaner Production

Module 5: Plastic Waste Management and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

• Plastic Waste Management Challenges

• Plastic Waste Management Rules

• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

• Plastic Credits and Circular Plastics

• Recycling Technologies

• Sustainable Packaging Solutions

• Global Plastic Circularity Initiatives

Module 6: Organic Waste Management and Biological Treatment Technologies

• Organic Waste Characterization

• Composting Technologies

• Vermicomposting

• Biomethanation

• Anaerobic Digestion

• Biofertilizer Production

• Community-Based Organic Waste Management

Module 7: Waste-to-Energy and Resource Recovery Technologies

• Waste-to-Energy Principles

• Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF)

• Incineration Technologies

• Pyrolysis and Gasification

• Plasma Gasification

• Biogas Technologies

• Energy Recovery and Economic Assessment

Module 8: Recycling Technologies and Circular Resource Management

• Material Recovery and Recycling Systems

• Paper, Glass and Metal Recycling

• Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Management

• Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling

• Battery Recycling and Critical Minerals Recovery

• Circular Supply Chain Management

• Industrial Resource Recovery

Module 9: Environmental Regulations, ESG and Sustainable Waste Governance

• Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

• Plastic Waste Management Rules

• Biomedical Waste Management Rules

• E-Waste Management Rules

• Hazardous Waste Management Rules

• Basel Convention

• ESG Reporting and Waste Sustainability Indicators

• ISO 14001 and ISO 59000 Circular Economy Standards

Module 10: Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Waste Management

• Smart Waste Management Systems

• Artificial Intelligence Applications

• Internet of Things (IoT)

• GIS and Remote Sensing Applications

• Blockchain for Waste Traceability

• Data Analytics for Waste Optimization

• Digital Twin Technologies for Waste Infrastructure

Module 11: Climate Change, Carbon Markets and Sustainable Waste Management

• Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Waste Sector

• Methane Management

• Carbon Footprinting of Waste Systems

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

• Carbon Credits from Waste Projects

• Climate Finance

• Net Zero Waste Strategies

Module 12: Industry Case Studies, Project Work and Emerging Trends

• Circular Business Models

• Green Entrepreneurship

• Sustainable Procurement

• Waste Management Start-ups

• Industry Case Studies

• Future Trends in Sustainable Waste Management

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.

Professionals working in environmental management, municipal bodies, industries, consulting organizations, sustainability departments, NGOs, regulatory authorities, research institutions, and infrastructure sectors are also encouraged to participate.

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

A comprehensive study material covering all programme modules in printed and digital formats, designed in accordance with current industrial practices and international standards.

• Live interactive online sessions delivered by experienced academicians and industry experts.

• Weekend online classes providing flexibility for working professionals.

• Practical case studies, industry examples, and problem-solving exercises.

• Module-wise assignments and continuous assessments.

• Dedicated doubt-clearing sessions before examinations.

• Comprehensive evaluation to assess conceptual understanding and practical application.

• Continuous academic support throughout the programme.

• Programme delivery entirely in English.

Examination and Certification

The Institute follows a credit-based evaluation system encompassing all learning activities associated with the programme. Each module carries designated academic credits.

Participants are required to successfully complete module-wise assignments, project work, and an online proctored final examination. Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, participants will be awarded the Professional Certification in Sustainable Waste Management by IGMPI.

Detailed study materials, assignments, practical exercises, project guidelines, and examination schedules will be provided throughout the programme.

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 collaborations with industries, environmental consulting firms, municipal corporations, infrastructure companies, sustainability organizations, research institutions, and governmental agencies to facilitate placement assistance for programme participants.

The dedicated Corporate Resource Division actively supports participants through career guidance, professional resume development, interview preparation, networking opportunities, and recommendations to potential employers. Regular interaction with industry experts ensures that participants remain aligned with evolving market requirements and employment opportunities in the environmental and sustainability sectors.

Future Career Prospects

With increasing global emphasis on circular economy, climate action, ESG compliance, resource efficiency, and sustainable urban development, professionals possessing expertise in sustainable waste management are witnessing significant demand across public and private sectors.

Graduates of this programme can pursue careers in:

• Environmental Consulting Firms

• Waste Management Companies

• Municipal Corporations and Urban Local Bodies

• Pollution Control Boards

• Smart City Missions

• ESG and Corporate Sustainability Departments

• Manufacturing Industries

• Circular Economy and Resource Recovery Organizations

• Waste-to-Energy Companies

• Recycling and Resource Recovery Industries

• Carbon Market and Climate Consulting Organizations

• International Development Agencies

• Environmental NGOs

• Research and Academic Institutions

Prominent organizations where certified professionals may find opportunities include:

• Tata Consulting Engineers
• Ramky Enviro Engineers Ltd.
• Re Sustainability (formerly Ramky Enviro Services)
• Veolia
• SUEZ
• Averda
• TERI
• UNDP
• UNEP
• The World Bank
• Asian Development Bank (ADB)
• Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
• State Pollution Control Boards
• Municipal Corporations
• Deloitte Sustainability
• EY Climate Change & Sustainability Services
• PwC Sustainability
• KPMG ESG Advisory
• Accenture Sustainability
• GIZ
• Smart City Mission Projects

As governments, industries, and cities accelerate the transition towards a circular economy and low-carbon development, professionals trained in sustainable waste management will play a critical role in designing resource-efficient systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, advancing ESG performance, reducing environmental impacts, and supporting sustainable economic growth.