The FORE School of Management has launched two new postgraduate diploma programs approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). These include a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Healthcare and Hospital Management and a PGDM designed specifically for working professionals. The programs aim to address the rising demand for skilled managers in the healthcare and corporate sectors.
The launch event took place at Le Meridien in Gurugram, attended by academic leaders, industry experts, and healthcare professionals. The new courses emphasize technology-driven learning, leadership development, and close collaboration with industry partners.
Meeting India’s Growing Healthcare Management Needs
India’s healthcare sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by advances in artificial intelligence, digital technologies, connected devices, and data-driven care models. FORE School of Management’s new PGDM in Healthcare and Hospital Management is designed to develop leaders who combine managerial expertise with empathy and technological insight to strengthen the healthcare ecosystem.
According to B B L Madhukar, President of FORE School of Management, these programs align with India’s long-term vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. He emphasized the institution’s role in nurturing future-ready leaders who can create value for businesses, society, and the nation. The PGDM for working professionals focuses on equipping experienced managers with skills in AI, digital transformation, and strategic leadership.
Program Details and Industry Collaboration
- The PGDM in Healthcare and Hospital Management covers hospital operations, healthcare policy, health-tech innovation, and smart hospital management.
- The 18-month PGDM for working professionals is offered in a blended learning format, allowing participants to continue working while studying.
- Curriculum includes AI, data analytics, mentorship, specialized certifications, access to a data and AI lab, and an international immersion component.
- Both programs were developed with input from international universities, healthcare practitioners, and industry leaders to ensure relevance and practical application.
Shilpi Jain, Dean of Strategic Initiatives and International Accreditations at FORE, highlighted the integration of technology-enabled and experiential learning. The programs incorporate live industry projects and modules on AI and smart healthcare systems to prepare students for the sector’s evolving demands.
Industry Perspectives on Healthcare Management Education
Karan Thakur, Group Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Apollo Hospitals Group, stressed the urgent need for trained healthcare managers as India plans to add nearly a million hospital beds in the coming decades. He noted that professionals capable of leading AI-enabled healthcare systems and promoting sustainable institutions will be critical to the sector’s future.
Thakur also pointed out that programs like these, built on strong industry-academia partnerships, will help develop leaders who can innovate and create scalable healthcare solutions not only for India but also for other countries in the Global South.
FORE’s Director, Subir Verma, added that the programs are designed to prepare professionals who can lead smart healthcare systems by combining management skills with technological innovation and patient-centered care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the new PGDM programs introduced by FORE School of Management?
A: FORE has launched two AICTE-approved postgraduate diploma programs: PGDM in Healthcare and Hospital Management and a PGDM for working professionals, focusing on technology and leadership skills.
Q: How long is the PGDM for working professionals, and how is it delivered?
A: The PGDM for working professionals is an 18-month program offered in a blended learning format, allowing participants to study while continuing their careers.
Q: Why is there a growing need for healthcare management education in India?
A: India’s healthcare sector is rapidly evolving with digital technologies and AI, requiring skilled managers to lead smart healthcare systems, manage hospital operations, and support innovations like telemedicine and home-based care.
