The Certificate Programme in Management of Social Initiatives is designed to empower senior leaders to become influential change-makers in the field of corporate social responsibility, not-for-profit work, and social entrepreneurship. This course provides a robust conceptual grounding in the core pillars of social initiatives, offering participants the tools and frameworks necessary to drive meaningful impact. By exploring models such as charity, CSR, and social enterprises, participants will learn to effectively create and manage initiatives. The programme covers ecosystem analysis, solution development, impact measurement, project planning, and stakeholder management. An immersive module sharpens practical skills in business modelling, funding strategies, and venture creation.
Work Experience:
Minimum Three years of full-time work experience (excluding internships and trainings).
Academic Qualifications:
Diploma/Bacherlor’s Degree/Integrated Master’s Degree/Equivalent from a recognised institution or university.
11-month professional certification
Foundational CSR frameworks
Expert-guided learning
Focus on real-world solutions
Exclusive executive alumni network
One-of-a-kind offering from a double-accredited IIM
Innovative learning methodologies
Capstone project for tangible impact
FOUNDATION MODULE
Being an Impact Champion
Understanding Social Issues
Pathways to Social Initiatives
Managing Social Initiatives
Integrative Project
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ADVANCED MODULE
Context of Social Initiatives
Creating social enterprises
ESG in Social Initative
Public Private Partnership
Impact Assessment
Public Policy Management
Capstone
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Kumar Satish Chandra
Lead-Technical Services (Environment)
“My name is Dr. Kumar Satish Chandra. A one-year certification program on social initiatives equips us with essential skills to design, implement, and assess impactful projects. It enhances understanding of social responsibility, stakeholder engagement, sustainable development goals (SDGs). This certification fosters leadership in creating meaningful change, aligning business strategies with social equity and ethical practices."
Jaisy George
Coordinator - Resources, impact and Learning
“My name is Jaisy George, and I joined the Certificate Programme in Management of Social Initiatives at IIM Kozhikode, Batch 1, after a gap of 14 years of my professional education in Master of Social Work. At the age of 40, as a single mother and a survivor of domestic violence, I was determined to rebuild my career and my life. I received tremendous support and motivation from the Timespro team, backed by Liquiloans, which enabled me to enroll in this program with financial assistance.
The experience was transformative. The sessions were deeply enriching, filled with real-life examples that helped me gain practical insights and build professional skills. The dedicated faculty at IIM Kozhikode and the support from my classmates created an empowering environment that kept me motivated throughout. By the end of the course, I secured a job with CREA, where I am now able to contribute more professionally to my roles and responsibilities. The course not only helped me advance my career but also connected me to a network of like-minded professionals who continue to inspire and support me. I'm deeply motivated to pursuing PhD in social work. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to make a meaningful impact in the social sector"
Dr. Priya Nair Rajeev, a distinguished academic and leader, holds a Ph.D. in Management Studies from IIT Madras and has been trained in Participant Centred Learning at Harvard Business School. As a gold medallist and university rank holder at all academic levels, she has received numerous accolades, including the Highly Commended Award in the Emerald/EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Awards. Currently heading the Centre of Excellence for Social Innovation at IIM Kozhikode, she is also the Chairperson of the OB & HR Area, becoming the first woman to lead programmes at the institute. Read More >
She is a prolific researcher, trainer, and author of Being an Impact Champion: Enacting Corporate Social Consciousness, aimed at inspiring young managers to drive meaningful change. With 19+ years of experience, she has led corporate development programmes for leading organisations such as Reliance Industries, DRDO, and the Indian Army. Additionally, she has served on several high-level academic and governmental committees and continues to advise the Kerala Government and various social initiatives.
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