IP University Introduces PGD in Healthcare Management Course: Applications Extended Until Nov 22
Check important details about the PGD in Healthcare Management course introduced by IP University from AY 2021. The 1-year course is aimed at upskilling healthcare professionals with work experience. November 22 is the last date to apply.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has started a new PG Diploma in Healthcare Management programme from the current academic year. The university is currently inviting applications for this course and the last date to apply has been extended. The application date has been pushed ahead from November 7, 2020, to November 22, 2020. The new course will be run with the support and collaboration of the AHPI (Association of Health Providers) and under the USMS (University School of Management Studies).
The duration of the new PDDHM course at IPU will be 1-year and it would be offered in classes conducted over the weekends. A total of 45 students will be enrolled in this course which will be offered under the University School of Management Studies (USMS) of IP University. The course will also have the support of the Association of Health Providers (India).
IP University PGD in Healthcare Management Highlights
Provided below are the highlights of the PGD in Healthcare Management.
| Full Name | Post Graduate Diploma in Health Care Management |
| Offered by | University School of Management Studies (USMS), IP University |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Course Type | Part-Time Weekend Classes |
| Annual Intake | 45 students |
| Eligibility | Healthcare having a UG or PG degree |
| Course Fee | INR 81,000 |
| Apply at | www.ipu.ac.in |
| Last Date to Apply | November 22, 2020 |
IP University PGD Healthcare Management Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the PGD in Healthcare Management course at IP University is given below.
- The candidate must be a healthcare professional having an undergraduate or postgraduate degree from a recognized university.
- The candidate must have scored at least 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying course.
- The candidate must have at least 1 year of work experience in the healthcare sector.
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IP University PGD Healthcare Management Selection Process
The selection criteria for PGD in Healthcare Management course is based on merit in the qualifying exam. A candidate's marks in graduation or postgraduation are considered during selection. The candidates are also required to appear for an interview.
The final score calculation will be done as per the weightage provided below.
| Criteria | Weightage |
| UG/PG Score | 70% |
| PI Score | 30% |
The course is an excellent way for healthcare professionals to upskill in the area of management and become better managers of healthcare institutions.
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Earlier, IP University also launched three other new programmes from the academic session 2020. They are PG Diploma in Equity Research, PG Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Start-Up and PG Diploma in Data Analytics. Aspirants interested to take admission in the aforementioned courses offered by the IP University can participate in the admission process of the varsity by filling the application form and submitting it before the deadline ends on November 22, 2020. Recently the university has also released a helpline to assist the students in the admission process.
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