The Post Graduate Diploma is a one-year postgraduate-level program structured across two semesters, aimed at providing advanced applied knowledge and skill-based training beyond undergraduate study. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary learning in nutrition science, food technology, and industrial safety systems.
The program offers specializations in Dietetics and Applied Nutrition, Food Processing and Preservation, and Industry Safety and Fire, enabling learners to align academic training with professional interests. Practical exposure is integrated through laboratory work, case studies, field-based assignments, safety drills, and project work, ensuring relevance to food, health, and industrial sectors.
Job Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue diverse career paths, including:
Dietitian Assistant – Supports nutritional assessment, diet planning, and community nutrition programs.
Food Quality Supervisor – Monitors food safety standards and quality control processes.
Food Processing Technician – Assists in processing, packaging, and preservation operations.
Nutrition Program Coordinator – Implements nutrition and wellness initiatives in institutions.
Safety Officer Trainee – Supports workplace safety compliance and risk management practices.
Industrial Safety Supervisor – Assists in enforcing safety protocols and fire prevention measures.
Quality Assurance Executive – Ensures regulatory compliance in food and manufacturing units.
Health and Safety Consultant – Provides advisory support on occupational health standards.
Focused Industries
Graduates are in demand across sectors where food safety, nutrition management, and industrial safety compliance are critical, with growing relevance in both Indian and global markets due to regulatory emphasis on health, safety, and quality assurance.
Food and Beverage Industry – Nestlé India, ITC Foods
Healthcare and Wellness Services – Hospitals, nutrition clinics
Food Processing and Packaging – Agro-based processing units
Manufacturing and Industrial Operations – Heavy and light manufacturing plants
Occupational Health and Safety Services – Safety consulting firms
Market Leader Companies
Indian Companies: Nestlé India, ITC Limited, Britannia Industries, Tata Consumer Products, Godrej Agrovet
International Companies: Nestlé, Unilever, PepsiCo, Cargill, Mondelez International
Future Forecast -
The program aligns with sustained industry demand for trained professionals in nutrition, food quality management, and industrial safety. As organizations increasingly focus on compliance, process optimization, and workforce safety, graduates with applied postgraduate training are expected to remain relevant across multiple sectors with stable long-term career pathways.
Why Choose
This program offers multidisciplinary exposure, allowing learners to develop competencies across nutrition science, food technology, and industrial safety within a compact academic structure.
The curriculum emphasizes practical learning and regulatory awareness, supporting career transitions into health, food, and safety-oriented roles across diverse industries.