Admission Alert: PG Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management (PGDM-SAM) | Last Date to Apply is 15th March 2025
CCS National Institute of Agricultural Marketing (CCS NIA)
The CCS National Institute of Agricultural Marketing (CCS NIAM), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, invites applications for its Post Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management (PGDM-SAM) for the academic session 2025-2027.
Program Highlights
- First Management Program globally focused on Sustainable Agriculture.
- Integrates sustainability with modern agricultural practices for environmentally sound agribusiness.
- Strong focus on Entrepreneurship Development, FPO-Centric Modules, and Global Outlook.
- Extensive field-based learning through live projects, rural immersion programs, and international case studies.
- Opportunities for sustainability certifications in organic farming, agroforestry, and climate-smart agriculture.
Eligibility
For Indian Students:
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent GPA in an undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Horticulture, Management, Marketing, Engineering, IT, Humanities, or related fields.
- Preference for graduates from Agriculture and Allied Sciences/Sustainability disciplines.
- CAT/XAT/MAT scores required (cut-off decided annually).
- Non-agricultural background students must take basic agriculture courses as prescribed.
For International Students:
- Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA or equivalent at the undergraduate level, or a relevant GMAT score.
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS) unless degree was entirely in English.
For Working Executives:
- Minimum of 3 years of work experience.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer required.
- CAT/XAT/MAT scores not applicable.
Application Process:
- Application Period: 15th February 2025 to 15th March 2025
- Interview: First week of April 2025
- Final Result: Last week of April 2025
- Session Starts: Second week of July 2025
Fee Details:
- INR 9 Lakhs / USD 10,000 (approx.) for two years, including residential charges.
Career Opportunities post NIAM PG Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management
- Sustainability Officers/Managers/Analysts
- Consultants/Business Analysts
- CSR Managers/Heads
- Certification Managers
- Carbon Managers
- Climate Modellers
- Agribusiness Managers
- Natural Resource Management Specialists
- FPO Specialists/Managers
Contact Information | NIAM PG Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management
- Prof. Sapna A Narula, Director, CCS NIAM
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.ccsniam.gov.in
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