Programme Starts
29th March, 2026
Programme Fees
₹2,90,000 + GST
Duration
11 Months
Programme Overview
Step into the future of social impact with India’s most comprehensive curriculum dedicated to the Triple Pillar of Social Initiatives. The Professional Certificate Programme in Management of Social Initiatives at IIM Kozhikode is designed for visionary professionals who want to master CSR, NGO Management, and Social Entrepreneurship in a single, integrated journey.
While others focus on charity, we empower you with the Corporate Social Innovation (CSI) framework—teaching you to align business strategy with social equity. From mastering Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) to driving national-level policy change, this program transforms your passion into a professional powerhouse for social good.
Testimonials
Dr. Kumar Satish Chandra
Environment Lead
"This program is essential for aligning business strategies with social equity. It equipped me with the skills to design and assess high-impact projects while mastering stakeholder engagement and SDGs."
Jaisy George
Resources & Impact Coordinator
"A truly transformative experience. After a 14-year career gap, this course helped me rebuild my professional skills and secure a lead role at CREA. It’s the perfect bridge for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact."
Pradeep C
Social Worker
"Coming from a media background, I joined to understand the professional practice of social work. This course brought a significant shift in my career, providing the structured knowledge every social sector professional needs."
Aswin Susheelan
Project Lead – Mission Rabies
"This course bridged the gap between my passion for public health and management excellence. The modules on Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Assessment were invaluable for improving our field operations and project sustainability."
Eligibility Requirements
Academic Qualifications:
- Applicants must hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognised university and have a minimum of 3 years of full-time work experience.
- Candidates with a 10+3 Diploma are required to have 5 years of work experience.
*(Universities should be recognised by UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU)
Programme Highlights
The Triple Pillar Curriculum:
A 3-in-1 mastery of CSR Compliance, NGO Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship—unique among India's premier IIMs.
The CSI Advantage:
Go beyond traditional CSR. Learn the "Corporate Social Innovation" framework to integrate impact into core business DNA.
2-Day IIMK Campus Immersion:
Network with elite peers and faculty during an intensive, high-impact learning experience at the iconic IIM Kozhikode campus.
Policy & PPP Focus:
Master 15+ hours of Public-Private Partnership design and Public Policy management to drive change at a national scale.
The ‘InnoVate’ Capstone:
Showcase your impact through a professional Video Case Study and pitch your model to industry experts and investors.
IIMK Executive Alumni Status:
Gain the prestigious "IIM" brand and lifelong access to a global network of management professionals.
Sunday-Only Learning:
Designed for busy leaders. 120 hours of rigorous learning delivered on Sundays to ensure zero career interruption.
Immediate Field Utility:
Practical tools for Impact Measurement, Stakeholder Documentation, and Venture Funding.
Programme Curriculum
FOUNDATION MODULE
Being an Impact Champion
- Understanding Self and Identity
- Being an Impact Champion: Articulating a Personal Mission Statement
Understanding Social Issues
- Society and Development: Human Development Challenges
- Sustainability and Environment: Incorporating Triple Bottom Line
- Social Change through Collective Action: Community-based Organisations
Pathways to Social Initiatives
- Organisation Form and Operating Approaches: Charity/Philanthropy,NGOs: Setting up and Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Section 135 (Companies Act 2013) and its Implications
- Corporate Social Innovation (CSI)
- Social Entrepreneurship
Managing Social Initiatives
- Understanding the Ecosystem, Stakeholders
- Analysing the Problem and Developing Solutions
- Impact Measurement Methods and Processes
- Project Planning and Management
- Monitoring & Control & Stakeholder Management & Documentation
Integrative Project
- Participant presentations of their video case studies
- Integration of concepts & feedback
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ADVANCED MODULE
Context of Social Initiatives
- Identifying and understanding wicked problems
- Managing and leading social change
Creating social enterprises
- he entrepreneurial mindset & taking risks
- Developing a social enterprise business model
- Developing a socio-tech business model
- Developing a business plan
- Funding sources and approaches
- Venture creation processes & practices
ESG in Social Initative
- Overview of key ESG frameworks like GRI and SASB
- Sustainable development and ESG practices
- Implementing ESG in Project planning and Evaluation
Public Private Partnership
- Design and implementation of PPPs - 1
- Design and implementation of PPSs - 2
Impact Assessment
- Evaluation and Impact Assessment models - 1
- Evaluation and Impact Assessment models - 2
Public Policy Management
- Public Policy Issues in A Globalized World & Policy Evaluation
- Leadership and Ethics for Public Policy Makers
Capstone
- Participant presentations of their video case studies
- Integration of concepts & feedback
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*Curriculum matrix subject to change based on emerging industry trends and academic requirements.
Programme Certification & Alumni status
- Participants who successfully complete the prescribed course of study and fulfil all other academic requirements will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Completion’.
- Successful candidates will also be accorded ‘IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni’ status.
Disclaimer: *All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Kozhikode.
PAST PARTICIPANTS HAIL FROM
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Past Participants Profile
Top Industries
- Non-Profit/Volunteering
- Civic/Social Organization
- Hospital/Health Care
- Marketing/Advertising/Sales
- Education Management
- Environmental Services
- Management Consulting
- Airlines/Aviation
- Arts/Crafts
- E-Learning
Top Job Profiles
- Director/Founder
- Consultant
- Managers/GMs
- Programme Managers
- Project Lead/Project Mgrs
- Administrative Assistant
- Associate- 10X Assistive Technology
- Associate Counsel
- Chairperson
- Chief Operating Officer
Experiencing Excellence: The 2-Day Campus Immersion
Programme Director
Prof. (Dr.) Priya Nair Rajeev
Associate Professor, OB & HR Area Head,
Centre of Excellence for Social Innovation,
Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
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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Class Schedule
Session: 03:30 PM – 06:30 PM (IST)
Admission Criteria
Participants from corporate nominations and retail applications will be selected based on their overall
and credentials at the sole discretion of IIM Kozhikode.