PGDM-SAM

About the Programme

CCS NIAM's Post Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management (PGDM-SAM) is a pioneering program designed to equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills to tackle the challenges of sustainable agriculture. The curriculum integrates theoretical insights with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability, agribusiness management, climate-smart practices, and innovative technologies. Featuring industry-focused modules, hands-on training, and exposure to global best practices, the program prepares graduates to lead transformative initiatives in agribusiness, government, NGOs, and global sustainability networks. Tailored for graduates, working professionals, and international students, it offers a dynamic learning environment that fosters leadership and strategic thinking. By bridging the gap between modern agricultural practices and sustainability, CCS NIAM's PGDM-SAM is shaping a new generation of responsible and impactful agribusiness professionals.

Programme Objectives

· Prepare a future workforce for agribusiness professionals in the South Asian region who are sensitive to climate change and sustainable development.

· Develop a global knowledge hub in net zero agricultural systems by strengthening training, research, and extension in the area of sustainable agriculture.

· Establish networking with corporate, institutions, and industry, to create multi-stakeholder partnerships in responsible management of agribusiness

PG Diploma in Sustainable Agricultural Management A Unique Career Choice

Programme Focus

Paedegogy

Programme Structure

Year/Semester	Total Number of Courses	Credits
First Year
Semester - I	6 Core courses (3 credit each) 2 Core courses (2 credit each) 1 Seminar (1 credit) Boot Camp on change Making (2 Credit)	18+4+1+2= 25
Semester - II	6 Core courses (3 credit each) 2 Core courses (2 credit each) 1 Seminar (1 credit) Marketing Lab (2 Credit)	18+4+1+2= 25
Summer	Summer Internship (4 Credits)	4
Second Year
Semester - III	8 Elective courses (3 credit each) Innovation Lab (1 Credit)	24+1= 25
Semester - IV	Dissertation/Start-up/Corporate experience (25 credit)	25
Total Credits: = 104

Courses offered

Semester - I
S. No	Title of the Course	Type	Course Credit
1	Sustainability Management	Core	3
2	Circular Economy and Waste Management		2
3	Management and Organizational Behaviour		3
4	Accounting & Finance		3
5	Macro Economics and Monetary Policy		3
6	Quantitative methods		3
7	Responsible Marketing		3
8	Climate Smart Agriculture		2
9	Seminar-Business Communication		1
10	Boot Camp on Change Making		2
	Total Credit = 25

Semester - II
S. No	Title of the Course	Type	Course Credit
1	Strategic Management	Core	3
2	Operations Research		3
3	Managerial Economics		3
4	Business Law and Corporate Governance		3
5	Human Resource Management		3
6	Sustainable Food Supply Chains		2
7	Sustainability Measurement and reporting		2
8	Corporate Social Responsibility		3
9	Seminar on Business Ethics		1
10	Marketing Research Lab (2 Credit)		2
Total Credit = 25

Summer Internship – 4 credits

Semester - III
S. No	Title of the Course	Type	Course Credit
1	Any 8 Electives to be opted (3 Credit Each)	Elective	8*3=24
2	Innovation Lab		1
Stream 1- Sustainable Agriculture
1	Natural Resource Management	Elective	2
2	Forest Conservation and Management		2
3	Blue Economy		2
4	Food and nutritional Security		2
5	Net Zero Agriculture		2
6	Integrated Water resource management		2
7	Soil Conservation and Management		2
8	Business and Bio-diversity		2
9	New and Renewable Energy		2
10	Climate Modelling		2
11	Sustainable Habitats		2
12	Sustainable consumption and production		2
Stream 2-Entreprenurship and Venture Development
1	Sustainable Finance	Elective	2
2	Social Enterprise		2
5	Supply chain & Logistics		2
6	Understanding Consumer Behaviour		2
7	Innovation and Design Thinking		2
8	Venture Finance		2
9	E-Commerce & Business Start-up		2
10	International Trade		2
11	Business Analytics		2
12	Management Consulting		2
Total Credit = 25
Semester - IV
S. No	Title of the Course	Type	Course Credit
1	Dissertation/Start-up/Corporate experience		25
Total Credit = 25

Total Course Credits = 104 (25+25+4+25+25)

Career Opportunity

Faculty

Team PGDM SAM

· Prof. Sapna A Narula, Director CCS NIAM

· Dr. Sonali Katoch

· Sh. Ranjith PC

Global Distinguished Faculty
National Distinguished Faculty
Faculty from Industry

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria for Indian students

A minimum of 55 percent or equivalent Grade point Average in undergraduate degree
Undergraduate degree in agriculture& Allied/agribusiness/sustainability/ Entreneurship/ horticulture/ management/ marketing/ engineering/IT/ Humanities, however preference will be given to graduates from agriculture and allied sciences/ sustainability. Students coming from other disciplines than agriculture will have to take basic courses on agriculture as prescribed by the academic committee.
Admissions will be based on CAT/ XAT/ MAT score. Every year, the minimum cut off score will be decided by the admissions committee.

For International students

For international students, a minimum credit score/GPA at Undergraduate level to be 3.0/4.0 GPA or equivalent GPA or relevant GMAT score a proof regarding English proficiency to be submitted (TOEFL/IELTS or any other standard certification in English)
The candidate having full-time degree-level course, entirely taught and assessed in English need not submit any certificate.

For Working Executives

Minimum 3 years of working experience
No Objection Certificate is required from employer for working executives/sponsored candidates/ candidates on sabbatical/candidates recommended by PSUs/GOI Departments.
CAT/XAT/MAT score will not be applicable for work experience candidates

Selection Criteria

S. No.	Criteria	Weightage
1.	CAT/ MAT/ XAT	50
2.	Essay writing/ GD/ PI	30
3.	Work Experience	20

Fee details

Sl.	Year	Fee
1	First Year	499000
2	Second Year	401000

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