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331. PGDFSQM – PG Diploma in Food Safety & Quality Management
- PGDFSQM – Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management
The PGDFSQM – Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University is a specialized programme designed to develop professional knowledge and practical skills in food safety, quality assurance, food laws, food microbiology, and food quality management systems. The programme is particularly useful for professionals and graduates seeking careers in the food processing, healthcare, agriculture, hospitality, and quality control sectors.
Programme Overview
Particulars | Details |
Programme Type | PG Diploma |
Mode | Open and Distance Learning (ODL) |
School | School of Agriculture |
Duration | Minimum: 12 Months • Maximum: 36 Months |
Medium of Instruction | English |
Specialization | Food Safety and Quality Management |
Eligibility
Candidates must have completed Graduation in Science or Technology disciplines related to:
- Food Safety and Quality Management
- Agriculture
- Food Science and Food Technology
- Engineering (with Chemistry and Microbiology subjects)
- Post Harvest Technology
- Home Science
- Life Science
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacy
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Horticulture
- Dairy Technology
- Veterinary Science
- Fisheries Science
- Medical and Dental Sciences
- Nursing
- BAMS / BHMS
- Hotel Management and Catering
and other related disciplines from a recognized university.
Fee Structure
- Programme Fee: ₹14,000 for the complete programme
- Additional Registration Fee and Development Fee will be charged as applicable.
Programme Coordinator
- Dr. Mita Sinhamahapatra
Email: pgdfsqm@ignou.ac.in
Phone: 011-29572976, 011-29572973
Course Structure
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
MVP-001 | Food Fundamentals and Chemistry | 4 |
MVPI-001 | Food Microbiology | 4 |
MVP-002 | Food Laws and Standards | 4 |
MVP-003 | Principles of Food Safety and Quality Management | 4 |
MVP-004 | Food Safety and Quality Management Systems | 4 |
MVPL-001 | Food Safety and Quality Auditing | 4 |
MVPL-002 | Chemical Analysis and Quality Assurance | 4 |
MVPP-003 | Project Work-I | 8 |
Total Credits: 36