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.

Programme Overview

The Professional Certification in TACCP & VACCP offered by the Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI provides a comprehensive understanding of Threat Assessment and Critical Control Point (TACCP) and Vulnerability Assessment and Critical Control Point (VACCP) methodologies in the food industry.

The programme equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and mitigate threats from malicious, ideologically motivated attacks (TACCP) and economically motivated food fraud (VACCP). It covers food defence, food fraud prevention, supply chain vulnerability assessment, and the design of robust protection systems.

The course aligns with international food safety standards including GFSI-benchmarked schemes (BRCGS, FSSC 22000), UK PAS 96:2017 Food Defence, and Codex Alimentarius guidelines on food fraud. It is designed for food industry professionals responsible for food safety, quality assurance, and supply chain integrity.

Programme Title	Professional Certification in TACCP & VACCP — Food Threat & Vulnerability Assessment
Awarding Body	Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI
Duration	5 Days
Programme Mode	Part-time (Online Live Classes) — Registration Open
Eligibility	Graduates in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, Life Sciences or related fields; QA/QC professionals, Food Safety Managers, Supply Chain Managers
Assessment	Online assessment at programme completion
Certification	Professional Certification in TACCP & VACCP — Food Threat & Vulnerability Assessment by Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI

 

Programme Objectives

• Understand the fundamental concepts of Food Defence, Food Fraud, and Food Protection
• Differentiate between TACCP (threat-based) and VACCP (vulnerability-based) frameworks
• Apply the principles and steps of TACCP to identify and control ideologically motivated threats
• Implement VACCP to assess vulnerabilities of raw materials and supply chains from economically motivated actors
• Identify different types of food fraud and design prevention strategies
• Design and implement a complete TACCP and VACCP system within a food business
• Recognise threats at raw material sourcing, on-site operations, and distribution stages
• Align TACCP/VACCP programmes with GFSI-benchmarked standards and regulatory requirements
• Conduct risk-based thinking and proportionate vulnerability assessments
• Improve organisational readiness for food fraud and food defence audits

Programme Structure

International Affiliation with

Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety, Threat & Vulnerability

Module 2: Understanding TACCP — Threat Assessment

Module 3: Designing a TACCP System

Module 4: Understanding VACCP — Vulnerability Assessment

Module 5: Implementing the VACCP Programme

Module 6: Integration with Food Safety Management Systems

Module 7: Risk-Based Thinking and Mitigation Strategies

Module 8: Case Studies

TACCP vs VACCP — Key Distinctions

Parameter	TACCP	VACCP
Full Form	Threat Assessment & Critical Control Point	Vulnerability Assessment & Critical Control Point
Focus	Intentional, ideologically motivated attacks (food defence)	Economically motivated adulteration and food fraud
Motivation	Terrorism, sabotage, disgruntled employees	Financial gain, competitive advantage
Standard Ref.	PAS 96:2017, FDA FSMA (Food Defence)	EU Reg. 2019/1381, Codex Alimentarius, GFSI

 

Eligibility

The programme is open to candidates with a background in food science, food technology, microbiology, life sciences, or related disciplines. It is also suitable for working professionals in the food industry seeking to upskill in food safety and supply chain security.

• Graduates in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, Microbiology, Life Sciences, or related fields
• Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) Professionals in food industry
• Food Safety Managers and Coordinators
• Supply Chain and Procurement Professionals in food businesses
• Food Industry R&D and Operations Professionals
• Food Entrepreneurs, Exporters, and Import/Export Compliance Officers
• Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Professionals
• Students of Food Science, Food Technology, and Microbiology

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

• Interactive live sessions with industry-experienced faculty
• Food fraud scenario case studies and group exercises
• Regulatory compliance reference materials (BRCGS,FSSC 22000)

Assessment & Certification

Online assessment at programme completion. Successful participants will be awarded:
Professional Certification in TACCP & VACCP (Threat Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment) in Food Industry Awarded by the Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, 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 & Career Scope

The programme supports roles such as:

• Food Safety & Compliance Manager
• Food Defence Officer / Food Security Specialist
• Vulnerability Assessment Lead — Supply Chain
• Food Fraud Prevention Analyst
• QA/QC Manager — Food Manufacturing
• GFSI Audit Coordinator (BRCGS, FSSC 22000)
• Regulatory Affairs Manager — Food Import/Export
• Risk Assessment Specialist — Food Industry
• Supply Chain Integrity and Traceability Professional

Future Career Prospects

The Professional Certification in TACCP & VACCP is a professional programme targeted to cater to the food industry's growing requirement for trained professionals in food security, food fraud prevention, and supply chain vulnerability management. As global food supply chains become increasingly complex, the demand for certified professionals with expertise in TACCP and VACCP continues to grow across food manufacturing, retail, export, and regulatory bodies.

The certification, guidance, and practical skills gained through this programme will open multiple career pathways for participants — both in India and internationally — in roles spanning food safety management, supply chain security, regulatory compliance, auditing, and food fraud prevention. It positions graduates as credible, audit-ready professionals equipped to safeguard food integrity at every stage of the supply chain.