IIM Kashipur launches executive PG certificate in rail management; course starts on January 27

NEW DELHI: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kashipur in collaboration with Zenith Railway Academy has launched an executive management programme for railway professionals. The executive postgraduate certificate programme in rail management will equip learners with managerial acumen, the institute said.

The 11-month course will commence from January 27. Candidates who have completed a degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks and at least two-years of professional experience will be eligible to apply for the programme.

As per the Union Budget 2023, the outlay for the railway sector has grown nine times the amount allocated in the year 2013-14. The funds have been utilized for initiatives such as digitization of railway, track modernization and building a high-speed rail network.

More than 50 metro rail projects under the Gati Shakti initiatives are underway where management professionals are in high demand, the IIM said.

“The programme will be executive-friendly to suit the schedules of working professionals. The classes will be held on weekends for a duration of 150+ learning hours. It will also have a component of the campus immersion programme with a 3-day visit to the IIM Kashipur campus,” IIM Kashipur said.

Kunal K Ganguly, professor at IIM Kashipur, said: “The objective of the programme is to provide the participants with a platform to enhance their knowledge base and hone their skills and competencies to grow higher in their careers. The innovative approach of the programme, need-based curriculum, data-driven approach, and experienced faculty will deliver an integrated learning experience that is powerful enough to positively impact the managerial career of the participants.”