IntroductionRead more about IntroductionSubtilteWe learn most from the people who are least like usAuthor hero section RAVI SREEDHARANIntroduction detailThese words could not be truer anywhere than at ISDM.ISDM's PGP DM program brings together students from different interests, backgrounds and geographies and we value the contextual inputs that the uniqueness of each student brings to the institution.Our learning pedagogies and activities within the classroom and outside it are fundamentally geared towards creating an enriching experience for our students through enabling 'physical' and intellectual spaces for co-creation, exchange of ideas and learning together.life isdm banner
What's In It For You?Read more about What's In It For You?Exposure to the needs and challenges of the sector to help you find the areas where you can add most valueSector immersion through the intensive curriculum developed by Social Purpose Organisation governance expert, Aarti Madhusudan, and delivered by experienced sector leaders, practitioners and academiaOrganisational preparedness sessions with Founders/ CEOs of Social Purpose Organisations to ensure their readiness to induct you as a new board memberAdvisory Board positions in the sector that align with your profile and interestsMentorship a
Who Is It For?Read more about Who Is It For?Women who have:A minimum of 15 years of experience in any professional sector, such as corporate, academic or entrepreneurship, among others.A desire to learn about, serve and influence Social Purpose Organisation.An aspiration towards serving in a Board role.Served in leadership positions and/ or led organisations, built businesses/ teams, possess deep expertise in a particular field.
The Future of Boardrooms: Greater Diversity, Higher ImpactRead more about The Future of Boardrooms: Greater Diversity, Higher ImpactHere is your opportunity to add purpose to yourself and be inspired to be associated with the social sector. This experiential three-month program enables you to give back by lending your expertise to social sector organisations by becoming "board - ready".
Atma: Education, Inclusion and AccelerationRead more about Atma: Education, Inclusion and AccelerationSince its inception in 2007, Atma, an “accelerator” for education NGOs in India, has been providing strategic consulting and capacity building services to non-profits and voluntary organisations in the education sector. This case study traces the journey of Atma, the core strengths of this organisation and the support it has provided to the ecosystem of education NGOs in India.
Arghyam: A Praxis on Regenerating a Groundwater CivilisationRead more about Arghyam: A Praxis on Regenerating a Groundwater CivilisationArghyam, which started as a funding organisation, has evolved into being an influential voice in the water ecosystem. In the present (2022), it works with a network of organisations on water security solutions across the country. Through exploring Arghyam’s shifts in its strategic approach, the case study engages with the challenges of dealing with the complexity of the water sector in India and what it takes for philanthropy to sustain commitment to a singular cause.
Fresher's Perspective on Joining ISDM | ISDM - The social sector's next place to be | PGP DM Read more about Fresher's Perspective on Joining ISDM | ISDM - The social sector's next place to be | PGP DMVideosvideo Is the Social Sector next place to be? With a Major in Sustainable Development, Evangelina Patro - a current student at ISDM, realized her incline towards working in the social sector and making every toil count. To hone a skillset required to be a development management professional coupled with a strong desire to work on the most pressing problems around her in the society, Evangelina chose to come to ISDM's Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP DM). _ Applications for the Batch of 2023-24 are now open! Learn more about the PGP DM curriculum, faculty and life at ISDM here:https://www.isdm.org.in/post-graduate... Start your application now! _ The Post Graduate Program in Development Management is the only 11 month program in Development Management globally, that blends ideas of development with management theories, combining in-class sessions with collaborative group work and a field component. The Program aims to develop a cadre of Social Sector Professionals who can design interventions, and build, lead and manage organizations for sustainable social impact at scale.30 December, 2022ISDM
Taking on a management role in the social sector | ISDM - Social sector's next place to be | PGP-DM Read more about Taking on a management role in the social sector | ISDM - Social sector's next place to be | PGP-DMVideosvideo Ask The Founder- How Learning at ISDM is facilitated by a diverse group of students? The social impact that we wish to see in the world begins with leaders who understand and share the vision of a better world. Ravi Sreedharan, Founder, and President, ISDM, speaks about how ISDM aims to bring together peers from all professional spheres as one learns the most from the people, least like them. PGP DM is designed in a way to make the learning experience of the cohort rich with different perspectives and approaches. ISDM strives to strike a balance between inclusivity and freedom of thought by bringing together the brightest of minds who aspire to be the global changemakers of tomorrow. The PGP DM program equips students with the skill set needed to thrive in exciting in-demand roles in the sector, through experiential learning and a unique curriculum taught by renowned faculty and industry experts. If you want to work towards making real change in the world and making a difference on a larger scale, then this program is for you30 December, 2022ISDM
Learning from a diverse peer group | Ask the Founder | Ravi Sreedharan | PGP DM Read more about Learning from a diverse peer group | Ask the Founder | Ravi Sreedharan | PGP DMVideosvideo Ask The Founder- How Learning at ISDM is facilitated by a diverse group of students? The social impact that we wish to see in the world begins with leaders who understand and share the vision of a better world. Ravi Sreedharan, Founder, and President, ISDM, speaks about how ISDM aims to bring together peers from all professional spheres as one learns the most from the people, least like them. PGP DM is designed in a way to make the learning experience of the cohort rich with different perspectives and approaches. ISDM strives to strike a balance between inclusivity and freedom of thought by bringing together the brightest of minds who aspire to be the global changemakers of tomorrow. The PGP DM program equips students with the skill set needed to thrive in exciting in-demand roles in the sector, through experiential learning and a unique curriculum taught by renowned faculty and industry experts. If you want to work towards making real change in the world and making a difference on a larger scale, then this program is for you30 December, 2022ISDM
What makes the ISDM journey transformational | Ask the Founder | Ravi Sreedharan | PGP DM Read more about What makes the ISDM journey transformational | Ask the Founder | Ravi Sreedharan | PGP DMVideosvideo Ask The Founder - What makes the ISDM journey transformational? The social impact that we wish to see in the world begins with leaders who understand and share the vision of a better world. Ravi Sreedharan, Founder, and President, ISDM speak about how the Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP DM) at ISDM is designed to lead students toward an everlasting and transformative experience. The ISDM mantra of KNOWING, DOING, and BEING not only prepares them to thrive in the in-demand roles of the social sector but also has an escalating career graph. The PGP DM program equips students with the skill set needed to thrive in exciting in-demand roles in the sector, through experiential learning and a unique curriculum taught by renowned faculty and industry experts. If you want to work towards making real change in the world and making a difference on a larger scale, then this program is for you!30 December, 2022ISDM