PROGRAMME GUIDE

and
PROJECT GUIDELINES
(MVPP-003)

Post Graduate Diploma in Food

Safety and Quality Management
(PGDFSQM)

School of Agriculture
Indira Gandhi National Open University
New Delhi - 110068
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This booklet contains relevant information in brief about the Programme on “PG
Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management” and the entire admission and
examination procedures.

RECOGNITION
IGNOU is a CENTRALUNIVERSITY established by an Act of Parliament in 1985
(Act No. 50 of 1985). IGNOU Degree/Diplomas/Certificates are recognized by all
the members of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and are at par with
Degrees/ Diplomas/Certificates of all Indian Universities/Deemed Universities/
Institutions vide UGC Circular No. F1-52/2000 (CPP-II) dated 5 May, 2004 & AIU
Circular No. EV/ B(449)/94/176915-177115 dated January 14, 1994.

The “Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management” has been
developed by the School of Agriculture, Indira Gandhi National Open University,
New Delhi in collaboration with Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export
Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India.

November, 2024
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 Contents
[Link]. Title Page No.

1.0 About The University ................................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... ..5
1.2 Prominent Features ........................................................................................................5
1.3 Important Achievements................................................................................................5
1.4 The Schools of Studies...................................................................................................5
1.5 Academic Programmes ............................................................................................... ..6
1.6 Course Preparation ........................................................................................................6
1.7 Credit System ...............................................................................................................7
1.8 Student Support Service .................................................................................................7
1.9 Instructional System ......................................................................................................8
1.10 Programme Delivery......................................................................................................8
2.0 University Rules ...................................................................................................................10
3.0 School of Agriculture ...........................................................................................................10
3.1 Programmes on Offer ................................................................................................. 10
4.0 PGDFSQM ........................................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Objectives ................................................................................................................. 11
4.2 Programme Structure .................................................................................................12
4.3 Syllabus of the Programme ........................................................................................12
4.4 Eligibility for Admission............................................................................................17
4.5 Medium of Instruction ...............................................................................................18
4.6 Target Group .............................................................................................................18
4.7 Duration.....................................................................................................................18
4.8 Job Opportunities .......................................................................................................18
4.9 Programme Fee ..........................................................................................................18
4.10 Programme Study Centre ...........................................................................................18
4.11 Other Useful Information ...........................................................................................18
5.0 Study Material .....................................................................................................................19
5.1 How to Study Print Material? .....................................................................................19
5.2 Audio-video Material .................................................................................................19
5.3 Academic Counselling ...............................................................................................19
5.4 Practical Sessions.......................................................................................................20
5.5 Teleconferencing .......................................................................................................20
5.6 Interactive Radio-counselling .....................................................................................20
5.7 Study Centres/Programme Study Centres ...................................................................20
6.0 Assignments .........................................................................................................................22
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 6.1 Rationale of Assignments ..........................................................................................22
6.2 Steps to be followed for Assignment Preparation ......................................................22
6.3 Submission of Completed Assignment Responses .....................................................22
7.0 Evaluation ............................................................................................................................ 23
7.1 Evaluation Structure for Theory, Practical and Project Work........................................24
7.2 Pass Percentage for Theory and Practical Examination ................................................. 25
7.3 Modalities for Theory and Practical Examination Criteria ............................................. 25
7.4 Preparation of Consolidated Mark List .......................................................................... 26
7.5 Participation and Attendance for Practical ..................................................................... 26
7.6 Project Work.................................................................................................................. 26
7.7 Distribution of Marks..................................................................................................... 26
7.8 Pass Percentage for the Programme ............................................................................... 27
7.9 Result and Certification ................................................................................................. 27
7.10 Term-end Examination(TEE) ........................................................................................ 27
7.11 Declaration of Results ................................................................................................... 29
7.12 Early Declaration of Results ......................................................................................... 29
7.13 Re-evaluation of Answer Script(s) ................................................................................. 30
7.14 Issue of Official Transcript ........................................................................................... 30
7.15 Photocopy of the Evaluated Answer Script ................................................................... 30
8.0 Guidelines for Project Work (MVPP-003) .............................................................................. 30
8.1 Objective ....................................................................................................................... 30
8.2 Approach ....................................................................................................................... 30
8.3 Project Synopsis(Proposal) ............................................................................................ 31
8.4 Eligibility for Project Supervisor ................................................................................... 32
8.5 Project Synopsis Submission and Approval ................................................................... 32
8.6 Project Report ................................................................................................................ 32
9.0 Some Useful Information ......................................................................................................... 39
9.1 Some Useful Addresses ................................................................................................. 39
9.2 Online Facilities ............................................................................................................. 40
9.3 List of Regional Centres and Study Centres for PGDFSQM Programme ...................... 41
9.4 Some Forms for Your Use ............................................................................................. 41
APPENDIX
I. Evaluation Form No.1 to 4 ............................................................................................ 42
II. Credit Transfer Form ..................................................................................................... 49

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1.0 ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
1.1 Introduction
The Indira Gandhi National Open University has been established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 to
achieve the following objectives:
 democratising higher education by taking it to the doorsteps of the learners;
 providing access to high quality education to all those who seek for it, irrespective of age, region
or formal qualifications;
 offering highly quality, innovative and need-based academic programmes by giving professional and
vocational orientation to the courses;
 promoting and developing distance education in India; and
 setting and maintaining standards in distance education in the country as an apex body.
1.2 Prominent Features
IGNOU has certain unique features such as:
 international jurisdiction;
 flexible admission rules;
 individualized study: flexibility in terms of place, pace and duration of study;
 use of latest information and communication technologies;
 an effective and integrated nationwide student support services network;
 cost-effective programmes;
 modular programmes based on credit system;
 socially and academically relevant programmes based on student’s need analysis;
 resource sharing, collaboration and networking with conventional universities, open universitiesand
other institutes/organizations; and
 convergence of open and conventional educational systems.
1.3 Important Achievements
 Emergence of IGNOU as the largest Open University in the World. UNESCO declared IGNOU as the
largest institution of higher learning in the world in 2010.
 Recognition as Centre of Excellence in Distance Education by the Commonwealth of Learning (1993).
 Award of Excellence for Distance Education Materials by Commonwealth of Learning (1999).
 Nodal agency for Educational Channels ‘Gyan Darshan’.
 Largest network of learners’ support system.
 Declaration of Term-end examination results within 45 days.
 Respectability and Acceptability to the ODL (Open and Distance Learning) System.
1.4 The Schools of Studies
The University has established twenty one Schools of Studies to plan, supervise, develop and organize its
academic Programmes and courses in coordination with the different academic, administrative and service
wings of the University. The emphasis is on providing a wide choice of programme and courses at different
levels. The Schools of Studies, established by the University, are as follows:

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 1. School of Agriculture (SOA)
2. School of Computer & Information Sciences (SOCIS)
3. School of Continuing Education (SOCE)
4. School of Education (SOE)
5. School of Engineering and Technology (SOET)
6. School of Extension and Development Studies (SOEDS)
7. School of Foreign Languages (SOFL)
8. School of Gender and Development Studies (SOGDS)
9. School of Health Sciences (SOHS)
10. School of Humanities (SOH)
11. School of Inter-disciplinary and Trans-disciplinary Studies (SOITS)
12. School of Journalism and New Media Studies (SOJNMS)
13. School of Law (SOL)
14. School of Management Studies (SOMS)
15. School of Performing and Visual Arts (SOPVA)
16. School of Sciences (SOS)
17. School of Social Sciences (SOSS)
18. School of Social Work (SOSW)
19. School of Tourism and Hospitality Service Sectoral Management (SOTHSSM)
20. School of Translation Studies and Training (SOTST)
21. School of Vocational Education and Training (SOVET)
The University has also established few Centres/Units such as National Centre for Disability Studies
(NCDS) for development of specific need based programmes.
1.5 Academic Programmes
The University offers a wide range of programmes both short-term and long-term leading to Certificates,
Diplomas, Undergraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Degrees and Doctoral Degrees, which are conventional as
well as innovative. Most of these programmes have been developed after an initial survey of the demand
for such programmes. They are launched with a view to fulfill the learner’s needs for:
 certification,
 improvement of skills,
 acquisition of professional qualifications,
 continuing education and professional development at work place,
 self-enrichment,
 diversification and updating knowledge; and
 empowerment.
1.6 Course Preparation
Self Learning/Instructional Study Materials (SLMs), as we call in distance mode of education, is
specially prepared by teams of experts drawn from different universities and specialized institutions in the
area concerned from all over the country as well as in-house faculty. This material is scrutinized by the
content experts, supervised by the instructors/unit designers and edited by the language experts at IGNOU
before they are finally sent for printing. Similarly, audio and video cassettes are produced in consultation
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with the course writers, in-house faculty and producers. The material is previewed and reviewed by the
faculty as well as outside media experts and edited/modified, wherever necessary, before they are finally
despatched to the Study Centres and telecast through Gyan Darshan.
1.7 Credit System
The University follows the ‘Credit System’ for most of its Programmes. Each credit is equivalent to 30hours
of learner’s self study comprising all learning activities i.e. reading and comprehending the print material,
listening to audio, watching video, attending to counselling sessions, teleconference and writing assignment
responses. For example, a four-credit course in the Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality
Management involves 120 hours of study. This helps the learner to know the academic effort one has to
put in, to successfully complete a course. Completion of an academic programme (Degree, Diploma or
Certificate) requires successful clearing of assignments, term-end examination and practicals (guided and
unguided) of each course in the programme.
1.8 Student Support Services
To provide support to learners and to help them gainfully initiate the learning package, the University has a
broad array of support services. These are provided through Regional Centres and Study Centres
/ Programme Study Centres (PSC) throughout the country. At the Programme Study Centres, the
learners interact with the Academic Counsellors and other learners; attend the theory and practical
counselling sessions; refer to books in the library; watch/listen to audio/ video cassettes/CDs and
interact with the staff of the Study Centres/PSC on administrative and academic matters.
The University’s website ([Link]) has a special section marked as “Student Zone” to facilitate
various student support services, from admission to results, to the students and covers - registration
details, queries about admission, re-registration, results; catalogue for print media and audio
video; download facilities for assignment; library; question papers; material despatch details;
address checking; registration for SMS alerts; convocation; term-end date sheet; examination
form; campus placement and prospectus and application form. The students are requested toaccess
the Student Zone of the IGNOU website- [Link],in. The link is [Link]
ignou/studentzone. The learners may seek the help of following University functionaries for sorting out the
problems indicated:
i) For admission, change of centre, identity card, change of address, fee receipt and bonafide
certificates, write to your Regional Centre.
ii) For non-receipt of study material and assignments, write directly to your Regional Centre.
iii) For SMS alert you can registered at [Link]
iv) For queries relating to assignments, examination date sheet, result grade cards, re-checking, etc.,
write directly to the Registrar, Student Evaluation Division (SED), IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New
Delhi – 110 068.
v) For Migration Certificate, requisition may be sent to the Regional Director along with the following
documents:
1) Application (can be obtained from the Head Office and Regional Centres).
2) Attested copy of the Mark sheet.
3) A fee of Rs. 500/- in the form of demand draft drawn in favour of IGNOU. For latest fees
check the website [Link]
Every student will select one of the Programme Study Centres (PSCs) taking into consideration his place
of work or residence. However, each study centre can handle only a limited number of students,and despite
our best efforts, it may not always be possible to allot the study centre of the choice to learners. The
particulars regarding the Study Centre to which he is assigned will be communicated to him. The list of
programme study centres (PSCs) is provided separately.
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Every Study Centre has a Coordinator to coordinate different activities at the centre, an Assistant
Coordinator and other supporting staff appointed on a part-time basis. There are several Academic
Counsellors in different subjects to provide counselling and guidance to the students in the subjects.
1.8.1 Major Functions of the Study Centres/ Programme Study Centres (PSC)
1) Counselling: Face-to-face counselling for the courses will be provided at the Study Centres/
Programme Study Centres. Generally there will be theory and practical counselling sessions for the
entire programme at the selected Programme Study Centre. The detailed programme of the
counselling sessions will be prepared by the coordinator of the Study Centre.
2) Library: For each course a set of suggested books will be available in the Study Centrelibrary.
The students can refer these books during the working hours of the Study Centre.
3) Information and Advice: At the Study Centre, the students will get relevant information
regarding the courses offered by the university, counselling schedule, examination schedule, etc.
You will also get guidance in submitting various forms from time to time.
4) Interaction with Fellow-Students: In the Study Centres, the student gets an opportunity tointeract
with fellow students.
5) Telecounselling Facility: Some of the Programme study centres are equipped with the
teleconference reception facilities. You can participate in telecounselling session at your studycentre.
1.9 Instructional System
The University follows multimedia approach in imparting instruction to its learners. It comprises:
 Self learning/ instructional study material (SLM) in print form.
 Supporting audio-video programmes.
 Face-to-face interaction with academic counsellors at Programme Study Centres and dependingon
programme requirement at work centres.
 Practicals at designated institutions.
 Project Work in some programmes.
 Work-related field project/Functional assignments as per programme requirements.
 Telecast of video programmes on the National Network of Doordarshan and Gyandarshan.
 Broadcast of audio programmes by All India Radio (selected stations).
1.10 Programme Delivery
The methodology of instruction in this University is different from that of the conventional Universities. The
Open University system is more learner-oriented, and the student is an active participant in the teaching
and learning process. Most of the instruction is imparted through distance rather than face-to- face
communication. The University follows a multimedia approach for instruction. It comprises:
a) Self Learning/ Instructional Course Material: The printed study material (written in self-
learning style) for both theory and practical components of the Programmes is given to the
students in the form of booklets called Blocks for every course. Normally, a programme
consists of few courses, comprising blocks and blocks consist of units. There are eight courses
in the “PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management” programme comprising, four
theory courses (MVP-001, MVP-002, MVP-003 and MVP-004), one integrated course
(MVPI-001), two practical courses (MVPL-001 and MVPL-002) and one project work
(MVPP-003). Each theory course has three/four booklets with specified number of units. An
integrated course has one practical manual also. The two practical courses have two practical manuals.

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 b) Audio-Visual Materials : The learning package contains audio and video cassettes which have
been produced by the University for better clarification and enhancement of understanding of the
course material given to the student. A video programme is normally of 25-30 minutesduration. The
audio tapes are run and video cassettes are screened at the study centres during the hours of the
counselling sessions. The video programmes are telecast on National Network and Enrichment
Channel of Doordarshan. The video programmes can be seen at the following link
[Link]
Some of the selected stations of All India Radio are also broadcasting the audio programmes. The
students can confirm the scheduled dates for broadcast/ telecast of the programmes fromtheir Study
Centres/ Regional Centre/ IGNOU website.
c) Counselling Sessions: Normally, counselling sessions are held as per a schedule drawn before
hand by the Programme In-charge of the study centre allotted to you. The counsellingsessions are
mostly held outside the regular working hours of the host institution where the
Programme Study Centre (PSC) are located. They are held on weekends, that is to say,
Saturday and Sunday of the week.
d) Gyan Darshan – Bouquet of Educational TV Channel: A collaboration between MHRD,
Information and Broadcasting Ministry, Prasar Bharti and IGNOU resulted in Gyan Darshan(GD) –
the bouquet of TV Educational Channels in the country. The Gyan Darshan uses C- Bond
transponder of INSAT-3C and is fully digitized. The channels are Gyan Darshan I(Educational
Channel), GD II (Interactive Channel), GD III (Eklavya) and GD IV (Vyas).The Gyan Darshan
signals can be accessed all over the country. The GD-I and II are available on DD Free Dish
(Doordarshan’s Direct-To-Home platform) and on other DTH network. The educational
programmes are telecast, and the schedule may be checked onIGNOU website please.
e) Teleconferencing Sessions: The teleconferencing sessions are telecast from GD II channel. The
current status of the channels and teleconferencing sessions are available on the IGNOU website.
The toll free number is 1800112345 and other numbers are 011-29532844, 29532845,
29536134, 29573221 and 29573224. The programme can also be viewed from IGNOU website
[Link]
f) Gyan Vani FM Radio: Gyan Vani (GV) is an educational FM Radio channel operating
through several FM stations from various cities in the country. At present, 37 FM stations are
operational. The educational programme are broadcast in English, Hindi and the regional
languages by involving national and local resource experts.
g) Interactive Radio-Counselling (IRC): Interactive Radio-Counselling (IRC) and other phone in
programmes are being broadcast by Gyan Vani stations to enable the students to interact with the
faculty, academic counsellors and students support staff. The detailed schedule canbe accessed at
IGNOU-EMPC website. The toll free number of the Gyan Vani studio is 1800112346 and
other numbers are 011-29533103, 29536131 and 29573207. Gyan Vani, Delhi is available on
DD Free Dish, (Direct-To-Home platform of Doordarsan), and is webcast through the
University’s website.
h) Edusat Studio: The contact number for Edusat studio are 1800112347, 29532381, 29533581 and
29573258.
The current status and the schedule for Gyan Darshan, Gyan Vani, Teleconferencing, Radio counselling,etc.
can be checked at IGNOU-EMPC website:
[Link]

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2.0 UNIVERSITY RULES
The rules given in the “Common Prospectus” will be applicable. The University reserves the right to
change the rules from time to time. However, latest rules will be applicable to all the students irrespective of
year of registration. The students are advised to check the current “Common Prospectus” for the
University rules. The common prospectus is also available at IGNOU website on the link given below:
[Link]

3.0 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE

The School of Agriculture (SOA) was established in 2005 with a mission to improve and sustain the
quality of human life and productivity of agriculture and allied sectors through Open and Distance
Learning System (ODL). It aims to improve out-reach of agriculture education for rural masses particularly in
remote, ecologically and socio-economically marginalized areas through academic, continuing and
extension programmes. The objective is to strengthen human resource base through quality education and
generate an army of trained manpower in agriculture through ODL in consonance with the national policies
and market environment. It also aims to produce entrepreneurial skills and opportunities for life-long
learning. The School has developed programmes in collaboration with various national and international
organisations like Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Food Processing Industries,
Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development, Agricultural and Processed Food Products
Export Development Authority (APEDA) and Central Silk Board.
Objectives
 To strengthen the human resource in agriculture and allied sectors through ODL;
 To provide equitable quality education in agriculture to marginalized and disadvantaged
groups;
 To enhance knowledge, skills and entrepreneurial capabilities for livelihood security;
 To use ICT for improving outreach and effectiveness of distance education in agriculture;
 To conduct research in emerging areas for effective technology transfer and adoption;
 To establish national and international linkages in agriculture education and knowledge
management for sustainable development; and
 To develop and maintain an open repository of agricultural education resources.

3.1 Programmes on Offer

a) Ph D programme
1) Ph.D. in Dairy Science and Technology (PHDDR)
b) PG Programmes
1) M. Sc in Food Safety and Quality Management (MSCFSQM)
2) PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM)
3) PG Certificate in Agriculture Policy (PGCAP)
4) PG Diploma in Agribusiness (PGDAB)
c) Diploma Programmes
1) Diploma in Value Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables (DVAPFV)
2) Diploma in Dairy Technology (DDT)
3) Diploma in Meat Technology (DMT)

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 4) Diploma in Production of Value Added Products from Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds
(DPVCPO)
5) Diploma in Watershed Management (DWM)
6) Diploma in Horticulture (DHORT)
d) Certificate Programmes
1) Certificate in Organic Farming (COF)
2) Certificate in Sericulture (CIS)
3) Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management (CWHM)
4) Certificate in Poultry Farming (CPF)
5) Certificate in Beekeeping (CIB)
e) Awareness Programmes
1) Awareness Programme on Dairy Farming for Rural Farmers (APDF)
2) Awareness Programme on Value Added Products from Fruits & Vegetables (APVPFV)

4.0 POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FOOD SAFETY AND

QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Food Safety is a fundamental public health concern. The Food Safety and Quality has become an area of
priority and necessity for consumers, retailers, manufacturers and regulators. Changing global patterns of food
production, international trade, the implementation of new Act. Food Safety and Standards Act and its
rules and regulations as well as enforcement, technological developments, technological development,
public expectations for health protection and many other factors have created a huge demand for food
safety and quality auditing professionals.
The PG Diploma has been developed in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food
Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. This
programme is expected to meet the increasing human resource requirements for food safety and quality
management professionals in the agriculture and food sectors.
4.1 Objectives
The core objective of the PG Diploma programme is to prepare professionals for development,
implementation and auditing of Food Safety and Quality Management Systems in the country. It seeks to
develop India’s capability to meet the global food safety and quality requirements and enhance the
competitiveness of food products. In long term perspective, it would contribute to ensure consumersafety
within and outside the country.
The PG programme shall enable the students to:
 Comprehend the issues of safety and quality in food production, handling, processing and
trade.
 Build technical proficiency in undertaking in food safety and quality assurance in food
processing chain i.e., from farm to fork.
 Ensure the safety and quality of food products as per mandatory legal requirements and
voluntary standards including export regulations if required.
 Design and implement
– Good Hygienic Practices (GHP)
– Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
– Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)
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 – Quality Management Systems (QMS) : ISO 9001
– Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) ISO 22000
– Laboratory Management System : ISO 17025
– Retail Standards
 Be able to effectively plan, conduct, report and audit as per the guidelines of the ISO
19011:2002
 Undertake Standard Microbiological and Chemical analysis of Food Products.
 Apply Good Hygienic, Manufacturing , Laboratory, Transportation and Retail Practices in
Food Processing/Hospitality industry and Retail outlets
4.2 Programme Structure
The PG Diploma consists of eight courses as outlined in the following table.
Programme Structure of Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management
(PGDFSQM)
Sl. Course Title of the Course Nature of the Credits:
No. Code Course Theory+Practical=
1. MVP-001 Food Fundamentals and Chemistry Theory 4+0=4
2. MVPI-001 Food Microbiology Integrated 2+2=4
(Theory+Practical.)
3. MVP-002 Food Laws and Standards Theory 4+0=4
4. MVP-003 Principles of Food Safety and Theory 4+0=4
Quality Management
5. MVP-004 Food Safety and Quality Theory 4+0=4
Management Systems
6. MVPL-001 Food Safety and Quality Auditing Practical 0+4=4
7. MVPL-002 Chemical Analysis and Quality Practical 0+4=4
Assurance
8. MVPP-003 Project Work-1 Project Work 0+8=8
TOTAL 36

4.3 Syllabus of the Programme

Course-MVP-001: Food Fundamentals and Chemistry (4+0)
Block Block Title Unit Unit Title
1 Introduction to 1 Food Basics
food science 2 Food from Plant Sources
3 Foods from Animal Sources
4 Other Foods
2 Food Chemistry 5 Water
6 Carbohydrates
7 Proteins and Enzymes
8 Lipids
9 Vitamins and Minerals
10 Food Additives
3 Food Analysis 11 Sampling Techniques of Food Products
12 Physical and Chemical Analysis of Foods
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 13 Instrumentation in Food Analysis
14 Sensory Evaluation of Food Products
4 Food 15 Introduction to Food Preservation and Processing
Processing and 16 Food Packaging
Preservation 17 Waste Management in Food Processing Industry

Course-MVPI-001 : Food Microbiology (2+2)

Block Block Title Unit Unit Title
1 Fundamentals 1 Introduction to Food Microbiology
of Food 2 Food Contamination and Spoilage
Microbiology 3 Food Borne Diseases
4 Beneficial Roles of Micro-Organisms
2 Analytical 5 General Techniques of Detection and Enumeration of Micro-
Techniques in organisms in Food
Microbiology 6 Screening and Enumeration of Spoilage Micro-organisms in
Food
7 Detection of Pathogens in Food
8 Rapid Detection Technique for Food Micro-organisms
Practical 1 Introduction to the Basic Microbiology Laboratory Practices
Manual 2 Cleaning and Methods of Sterilization
3 Cultivation and Sub-culturing of Microbes
4 Staining Techniques
5 Standard Plate Count Method
6 Direct Microscopic Examination of Foods
7 Enumeration of Fungi (Yeasts and Molds)
8 Assessment of Air using Surface Impingement Method
9 Assessment of Surface Sterilization using Swab and Rinse
Method
10 Detection of Coliforms and Indicator Organisms
(1) Most Probable Number
11 Detection of Coliforms and Indicator Organisms
(2) Confirmed and Completed Tests, Membrane Filter
Techniques
12 EXPERIMENT 12
Interpretation of Microbiological Data and its Inferences

Course-MVP-002 : Food Laws and Standards (4+0)

Block Block Title Unit Unit Title
1 Food Safety 1 Food Safety and Standard Act, 2006
and Standard 2 Food Safety and Standards Rules and regulations - Standards
Act, Rules and 3 Food Safety and Standards Rules and regulations, -
Regulations Procedures
4 Inspection and Audit
2 Global Scenario 5 Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC)
6 WTO Implications
7 Other International Standard Setting Bodies
3 Export and 8 Export (Act,
Import Laws 9 Export Regulations and Promotion Bodies
and Regulations 10 Food import and Quarantine aspects
4 Other Laws and 11 International regulatory bodies
Standards 12 Other Laws Related to Food Products
Related to 13 Voluntary National Standards: BIS and AGMARK
Foods 14 National Agencies for Implementation of International Food
Laws and Standards
15 Food Labelling

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Course-MVP-003 : Principles of Food Safety and Quality Management (4+0)
Block Block Title Unit Unit Title
1 Food Safety 1 Introduction to Food Safety
and Quality 2 Food Safety System
Management 3 Total Quality Management
Systems 4 Schedule 4 of FSSR
2 Risk Analysis 5 An Introduction to Risk Analysis
6 Risk Management
7 Risk Assessment
8 Risk Communication
3 HACCP 9 History, Background and Structure of HACCP
10 HACCP Prerequisites and Good Hygienic Practices
11 Principles and Implementation of HACCP
12 Case Studies on HACCP
4 Other Food 13 Good Agriculture Practices, Good Animal Husbandry
Safety Practices Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
14 Good Retail Practices, Good Transport Practices and
Nutrition Labelling
15 Traceability Studies

Course-MVP-004 : Food Safety and Quality Management Systems (4+0)

Block Block Title Unit Unit Title
1 Management 1 Introduction to Management Systems
Systems, 2 Auditing
Auditing and 3 Standardization and Accreditation
Accreditation
2 Quality 4 ISO-9001:2015 - An Overview
Management 5 ISO-9001:2015 – Structure
System 6 Clause wise Interpretation of ISO 9001:2015
7 ISO 9001:2015- Case Studies
3 Food Safety 8 ISO 22000:2018 - An overview
Management 9 Clause Wise Interpretation of ISO 22000
Systems 10 ISO 22000:2018 - Food Safety Plan
11 ISO 22000:2018 - Case Studies
4 Laboratory 12 An Overview and Requirements of ISO 17025
Quality 13 Requirements Specific to Food Testing Laboratories -
Management Physical and Chemical Parameters
System 14 Requirements Specific to Food Testing Laboratories -
Biological Parameters
15 General Topics: Related to Food Testing Laboratories
5 Retailer 16 BRC Food and BRC/IOP Standards - An Overview
Standards 17 International Food Standard (IFS)
18 SQF 1000 and SQF 2000
19 Global GAP and India GAP

Course-MVPL-001 : Food Safety and Quality Auditing (0+4)

Practical 1 Visit to a nearby Food Establishment
Manual 2 GHP and GMP in a Food Factory
a) Identifying the Key Focus Areas for GHP and GMP
b) Identifying Gaps in its Implementation
c) Closure Plans for Identified Gaps in a Food Factory/ Food Outlet
3 Developing the Process Flow for the Food Establishment Including all the
Inputs, Outputs and Interim Loops
4 Development of Methodology (Decisions Trees) as per Clause 7.4.4 of ISO
22000 for a Food Establishment
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5 Developing FSMS (Module 1)
a) Data Collection and Hazard Identification (Physical, Chemical and
Biological)
b) Hazard Analysis (Using FMEA Technique for Risk Assessment)
6 Developing FSMS (Module 2)
a) Development of OPRP (Operational Pre-requisite Programme) and
Development of HACCP Plan (Critical Limits including Rationale for Limits),
Monitoring Procedure, Correction and Corrective Measures)
b) Managing Unsafe Product
7 Developing FSMS (Module 3)
a) Verification and Validation of Control Measures (OPRP and HACCP Plan)
as per Codex Guidelines on Validation
b) Emergency Situation, Preparedness and Response Plan
c) Communication (External and Internal)
8 Developing FSMS (Module 4): Traceability System as a Tool for, Recall/
Withdrawal (ISO 22005: 2007)
9 Application of ISO 9001 Model
a) Understanding Process Approach
b) Defining Quality Policy and Objectives
c) Correction, Corrective Action and Preventive Action
d) Continual Improvement
10 Food Laws (Module 1)
Identification of Legal Requirements for following Food
Groups/Products/Standards: a) Fruits and Vegetable Products b) Dairy
products c) Meat and Meat Products d) Cereal/Pulses/Oil Seeds Products e)
Fish and Sea Foods f) Ready to Eat Foods
11 Food Laws (Module 2)
Hygienic Requirements for Manufacturing Premises as Prescribed by Law
12 Food Laws (Module 3)
Design a Label for any Food Product
13 Matrix Preparation to Find Correspondence between ISO 22000, HACCP
Series and BRC and any other Related Standard (Food Retail Management-
Basic Requirements)
14 Understanding ISO 17025 Requirements for 9001 and Clause 8.3 in ISO
22000:2005
15 Audit Planning
a) Role and Responsibilities of Auditors and Lead Auditors and Pre-audit
Information Required to Plan the Audit (Module 1)
b) Preparation of an On-site Audit Plan that is Appropriate to the Audit Scope
(Stage 1 and Stage 2) (ISO:22003 and 17021) (Module 2)
16 Produce an Audit Checklist Including Salient Features of ISO 9001 and FSMS
22000 (Module 3)
17 Document Review as per the Case Study (Module 4)
18 Auditing (Module 5)
a) Conducting the Opening Meeting and Closing Meeting (as per ISO: 19011)
b) Establishing Qualification Criteria for Auditors and Lead Auditors (ISO
17021 and ISO 22003 for a Food Industry)
19 Mock Audit Exercise to Develop Interpersonal Skills Information Gathering
Techniques and Exercising Objectivity in the Review of Evidences Collected
(Module 6)
20 Post Audit Activities (Module 7)
a) Report Writing, including Writing Valid, Factual and Value adding Non-
conformity Report
b) Proposals for Corrective Action and Follow Up

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Course-MVPL-002 : Chemical Analysis and Quality Assurance (0+4)
Practical 1 Calibration of Glassware
Manual 2 Preparation of Standard Volumetric Solutions
3 Determination of Moisture in Food Products by Hot Air Oven-drying Method
4 Determination of Moisture in Food Products Using Karl Fischer Titration
Method
5 Determination of Moisture in Food Products by Dean and Stark Method
6 Determination of Protein Content in Food Products by Kjeldahl Method
7 Determination of Crude Fat in Foods by Soxhlet Extraction Method
8 Determination of Total Fat in Foods by Rose Gottleib Method
9 Determination of Volatile Oil in Spices
10 Determination of Starch in Cereal Grains by Acid Hydrolysis Method
11 Determination of Starch in Cereal Grains by Glucoamylase Method
12 Determination of Crude Fibre in Food Sample
13 Determination of Total Ash Content in Food Products
14 Determination of Acid Insoluble Ash in Food Products
15 Determination of pH of Food Products by Using pH Meter
16 Determination of Free Fatty Acids and Acid Value in Oils and Fats
17 Determination of Unsaponifiable Matter in Oils and Fats
18 Determination of Melting Point or Solidification Point of Oils and Fats
19 Determination of Refractive Index of Oils and Fats
20 Determination of Specific Gravity of Oils and Fats
21 Determination of Titre Value of Oils and Fats
22 Determination of Colour of Oils and Fats by Lovibond Tintometer
23 Determination of Iodine Value in Oils and Fats
24 Determination of Saponification Value in Oils and Fats
25 Determination of Acetyl Value and Hydroxyl Value in Oils and Fats
26 Determination of Allyl Isothiocyanate in Mustard Oil
27 Determination of Reichert Meissl (RM) Value and Polenske Value (PV) in
Oils and Fats
28 Determination of Peroxide Value of Oils and Fats
29 Determination of Sodium Chloride Content in Butter
30 Determination of Gluten Content in Wheat Flour
31 Determination of Sorbic Acid in Food Products
32 Determination of Copper, Zinc, Lead and Cadmium in Food Products by
Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
33 Determination of Cholesterol Content in Ghee by GC
34 Determination of Vitamin A Content in Ghee by HPLC
35 Sensory Evaluation Laboratory
36 Selection of Sensory Panelists
37 Sensory Evaluation of Food Products−Hedonic Rating Test
38 Judging of Milk

Course-MVPP-003: Project Work-1

a) Objective: Study implementation of GHP/ HACCP/ QMS/FSMS in Food Establishments. This
could be undertaken in establishments like: Manufacturing, Hospitality, Retail and Street food
hawkers. The suggestive list of topics is as follows:
List of Suggestive Topics
1. Study on effective implementation of correction, corrective action and preventive actions as per
QMS in an organization.
2. Study on implementation of process approach as required by QMS in a organization.
3. Study of GHP of street food hawkers (Minimum 4 hawkers in one location) and report the
recommendations for implementation.
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4. Study of GMP in different food industries (organized and unorganized) in different food groups.
5. Development of Training Modules for workers on GMP & GHP.
6. Development of Training Modules for middle management : Internal Audit and concept and
Implementation of HACCP.
7. Study on compliance to legal and customer requirements related to food safety and hygiene in a
Food establishment.
8. Study on appropriate CCP identification for a food establishment as required by ISO 22000
clause 7.4.4.
9. Study on CCP Monitoring, corrective actions and verifications in a food organization and propose
improvement.
10. Food Safety and Standards Act: Study of existing food laws versus Food Safety and Standards Act
2006.
11. Study on different emergency situations affecting food safety in a food establishment and propose
mitigation plan.
12. Study on Internal communication in an organization for ensuring compliance to 22000 clause 5.6.
13. Study on External communication in an organization for ensuring compliance to 22000 clause 5.6.
14. Study on effective cleaning of equipment/machinery (food contact surfaces including food gloves) in a
food establishment.
15. Study on hygienic practices at raw material suppliers’ premises and recommendations for
improvement.
16. Study on suitability of packaging material at various stages of processing (raw, intermediate and
finished product) as per prescribed standards.
17. Study on compliance to labeling requirements for domestic and imported food items (minimum four
different category of products).
18. Study on repeatability and reproducibility of testing methods and results in an organization.
19. Designing an ideal plant layout for a food establishment related to food safety.
20. Study on calibration techniques of instruments in food industry, food laboratories and CCP
monitoring.
21. Study on Waste (liquid and solid) Management in a food establishment.
22. Study on Pest Management in a food establishment.
23. Study on existing versus idealistic process for identification, Traceability and withdrawal (recall) as
per ISO 22000 and ISO 22005.
24. Study on method adopted for finalizing/establishing shelf life of a product (against declared/claim).
25. Study on allergens, intolerants (e.g Lactose) and their control in a food products.
b) Guidelines: The guidelines for synopsis and project preparation are given in the Chapter 8 of this
Programme Guide please.

4.4 Eligibility for Admission

Graduation in Science/Tech in Food Safety and Quality Management/Agriculture/ Food Science/Food
Tech/Engineering having chemistry and microbiology subjects/ Post Harvest Technology/ Home Science/
Life Science/Microbiology/ chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/Pharmacy/Medical Lab Tech/
Horticulture/ Dairy Technology/ Veterinary/ Fisheries/Medical/ Dental Sc./ Nursing/BAMS/ BHMS/Hotel
Management and Catering etc.

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4.5 Medium of Instruction
The PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM) is offered by the University
in English language only.
4.6 Target Group
The PG Diploma is intended for graduates in Sciences/Agriculture /Food Science or allied disciplines
contemplating a career in Food Safety and Quality Management. It is also intended for professionals in
food processing and quality control for strengthening their proficiency in design and implement new food
Act – Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The programme shall also open new vista for
entrepreneurs who intent to diversify in food safety and quality aspects.
4.7 Duration
The minimum duration of the programme is 12 months (one year). However, the students are given a
maximum period of the three years to complete the programme from the date of registration.
4.8 Job Opportunities
Quality Control Officer or Quality Assurance/ Management professionals in food/ hospitality/ retail
industry and laboratories; Food Safety Officer in the regulatory bodies, Food Auditor in Certification and
Inspection bodies; Trainer/Counsellors in Food Safety & Quality Management Systems; and Self-
employment as food certifying/ auditing professionals for the Food Safety and Quality Management
Systems.
4.9 Programme Fee
The programme fee for the PG Diploma is Rs. 14,400/-. At present it is offered in both January and July
session. The programme fee should be paid online. The process of fee submission may please be filled as
given in Common Prospectus of theUniversity. Please visit [Link] for updated fee.
4.10 Programme Study Centre
The Programme Study Centres (PSCs) will be allocated to the students near to their workplace or
residence depending upon their availability. About 30-35 students would be allocated to each PSC for
quality counselling. There could be two or more batches if number of the students are more subject to
concurrence of the host institution. For details of the PSC visit IGNOU website or Regional Centre
website.
4.11 Other Useful Information
The Common Prospectus available on the IGNOU Website [Link] covers the following:
a) Information about the university like, prominent features, the schools of studies, academic
programmes, course preparation, credit system, student support services, instructional system,
programme delivery, evaluation, etc.
b) Information regarding the rules of the university like reservation, scholarships and reimbursement of
fee, refund of fee, change/correction of address and study centres, change of region, incompleteand late
applications, simultaneous registration, disputes on admission and other university matters, recognition,
etc.
c) List of Regional Centers.
d) Other useful forms.
The above information are not covered in this programme guide and the students are requested to
refer to the Common Prospectus for detailed information.

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5.0 STUDY MATERIAL
Well planned self learning/instructional study material (SLM), in print form both for the theory and
practical components, is the main part of the “PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management”
programme. The study material prepared by the University is self-instructional in nature and is divided in
booklets called Blocks. Each theory block contains three-four chapters which are called units. Thepractical
exercises have been structured to facilitate self-guidance during the practical counselling sessions/work
experience.
5.1 How to Study Print Material?
5.1.1 Theory
While going through the syllabi of courses, you must have noted that each course has been divided into 3-4
blocks for a four (4) credit course. Each block has 3-4 units. These units of each block have a certain
thematic unity and arranged in a related logical sequence to maintain the continuity of learning of the
particular subject.
As explained the course material provided to you is in the form of well designed printed booklets called
block. Each booklet is a block containing units. The first page of each block indicates the numbers and titles
of the units comprising the block. Further, the first block of each course starts with the course introduction
followed by a brief introduction to the block.
Each unit has an introduction dealing with the contents of the units. Each unit outlines a list of objectives
which we expect you to achieve working throughout the unit. This is followed by the main body of the unit,
which is divided into various sections and sub-sections. We end up each unit by summarizing its contents to
enable you to recall the main points.
The ‘’Check Your Progress’’ exercises given in each unit are meant to help the learner to assess his/ her
understanding of the subject.
5.1.2 Practical Manual
While, going through the Practical Manual you will note that each course has been divided into a
number of experiments. The number of practical exercises is based on the theory component of the
courses. The Practical Manual has been prepared with the objective of providing you a guidelines to study
and practice these skills/experiments when you are placed in the Laboratory/ Processing Hall/Programme
Study Centre/ Work Centre for practical experience/work.
5.2 Audio-Video Material
In addition to the print material, the audio and video programmes have been prepared for each course. The
audio-video material is supplementary to the print material. The audio tapes and video cassettes are
available at your programme study centre. The audio and video programmes help the students to
understand the subject better. Video programmes are transmitted by Doordarshan on National Network and
Gyan Darshan from 6.25 to 6.55 a.m. in the morning and evening 8.00-8.55 p.m. The video
programmes are also available at [Link]
Timings are subject to change which can be checked with the Programme Study Centre/ Regional
Centre/ IGNOU Website ([Link]). Please check the status and schedule of Gyan Darshan
and Gyan Vani on IGNOU website.
Audio-video material will not be supplied individually but made available at the Programme Study
Centres. These programmes can be watched during counselling sessions. The students desirous of
buying the audio-video tapes can procure them from the Marketing Unit, EMPC, IGNOU, Maidan
Garhi, New Delhi-110068.
5.3 Academic Counselling
The Programme Study Centre will organise academic counselling sessions for all courses of study. The
counselling sessions are mostly held outside the regular working hours of the host institutions where the
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Programme Study Centres are located. The students can take help from the counsellors. The counselling
sessions are not meant to be classroom lectures. The students must study the material and try to
assimilate it, prior to coming for counselling. Whatever problems are faced with, students must consult their
counsellor for clarifications and help.
There will be 25 theory counselling sessions (2 hours each) and, 50 Practical counselling sessions
(4 hours each) for the entire programme at the selected Programme Study Centre. The detailed
programme of the counselling sessions will be prepared by the coordinator of the programme study
centre. The exact dates of counselling sessions will be announced by the concerned Study Centres/
Programme Study Centre. The counsellors may also organise sessions to listen to/view audio-video
programmes. These programmes often supplement your course material. The exact dates of these audio-
video based counselling shall be announced by the concerned Study Centres. During the counselling
sessions, there will be ample opportunity to interact with fellow students which will helpstudents to formulate
self-help groups. The students are advised to bring all the blocks/units as per the schedule during the
counselling sessions/practical sessions.
5.4 Practical Sessions
The participation in practical session is an integral and compulsory part of the PG Diploma programme. The
practical component of the programme has been designed to explain the theory text and provide hands-on-
experience to chemical and microbial testing of food products and implementation of GHP/
HACCP/QMS/FSMS in the food units. This will help you to improve your skills, knowledge and
competence that you will need to practice as a competent PG Diploma-holder with University education.
Throughout the programme, the material provided to you will encourage you to think about what you have
already known and do in your practice as a competent food safety professional.
Your practice is, therefore, an integral and compulsory part of the [Link]. programme.75% attendance
in the practical counselling sessions is compulsory for becoming eligible to appearin the Term-End
Examinations.
We hope that in addition to developing new skills and competencies, you will be able to reflect on
what you do, how well you do it and consider the ways you might do it better.
5.5 Teleconferencing
The teleconferencing sessions are telecast from GD II channel. The current status of the channels and
teleconferencing sessions are available on the IGNOU website. The toll free number is 1800112345 and
other numbers are 011-29532844, 29532845, 29536134, 29573221 and 29573224. The programme can
also be viewed from IGNOU website [Link]
5.6 Interactive Radio-Counselling
Interactive Radio-Counselling (IRC): Interactive Radio-Counselling (IRC) is being done by the Gyan Vani
stations. The current status of Gyan Vani and the detailed broadcast schedule of IRC can be seen at the
IGNOU website. The toll free number of the Gyan Vani studio is 1800112346 and other numbers are
29533103, 29536131 and 29573207.
5.7 Study Centres/Programme Study Centres
To provide effective support, IGNOU has set up a large number of Study Centres and their variants all
over the country. The Programme Study Centres (PSCs) which are programme specific, have beenset up in
select institutions for the PG Diploma Programme. Each PSC will be handling about 30-35 students. The
counselling sessions are coordinated by the Programme Incharge and is your contact person at the PSC.
The detailed particulars regarding the Programme Study Centres to which you are assigned, will be
communicated to you by the concerned Regional Centre after confirmation of your admission. The
practical sessions of the programme will be held at the PSCs.
As mentioned earlier, major support for academic and other related matters would be provided at yourStudy
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Centre/Programme Study Centre (PSC). This will mainly include the following:
 Information, counselling and advice on your programme as well as other academic aspects including
other programmes offered by the University.
 Induction Programme for the newly enrolled students, where in the students, are oriented aboutthe
open and distance education system in general and about the PG Diploma in Food Safety andQuality
Management programme in particular. You will be interacting with the officials from the Regional
Centre, Academic Experts/Teachers from the Study Centre. A brief overview would be given about
the structure of the programme; instructional system; academic counselling; assignments; various
components of assignments and evaluation system.
 Please note that Induction Meeting/Programme is a very important programme, which is organized
only once for you, on enrolling for the first time. As such, you must attend the programme, without
fail.
 Distribution of Academic Counselling schedule.
 Provision of audio-video teleconferencing, radio counselling facilities for supplementing the counselling
sessions.
 Submission and evaluation of assignments, evaluated assignments would be returned back to you
with marks and feedback.
 Support about other academic and administrative queries pertaining to the conduct of programme
and other procedural requirements.
 Provide information on evaluation and assignment system followed by the University including
term-end examination.

Study Centre/Programme Study Centre is the contact point for you. All the important
communications are sent to the Coordinator of the Study Centres and concerned Regional
Directors. The Coordinators would display a copy of such important circular/notification on the
notice board of the Study Centre for your benefit. You are, therefore, advised to check the notice
board of the Study Centre and also get in touch with your Coordinator about assignments,
submission of examination forms, date-sheet, list of students admitted to a particular
examination, declaration of result, etc. Please give your feedback to the Regional Director or to
the Programme Coordinator.
So far as possible, the programme study centers will be allocated to the students near to their
workplace or residence.

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6.0 ASSIGNMENTS
Assignments constitute an integral component of this programme. You are given certain course wise
problems/questions for writing assignments. You are advised to write your response for these assignmentsbased
on your understanding of Self Learning Material pertaining to course, discussions and interactions you have
had with academic counsellors, and fellow learners. Each course will have one assignment. You are
required to submit assignment responses of every course at the Study Centre (PSC) allotted to you within
the stipulated time frame. Every assignment marks will be counted for the final markingfor each course.
Course-wise questions for assignments prepared by the faculty are sent to you along with the study
material. It can also be downloaded from the IGNOU website i.e. available at
[Link]
You are given enough time (see the assignment schedule/ operation schedule supplied to you) to go
through the study material, refer books, discuss/interact with Academic Counsellors and fellow learners to
develop an understanding and comprehending before you attempt actual assignment response
preparation. After completing the assignments, you should submit the same to the Study Centre (PSC) with
which you are attached, for assignment evaluation and feedback. The evaluator will carefully evaluate
the assignment response and provide you feedback in the form of teaching comments on the strengths and
weakness of each of the assignment response for your benefit. Remember, the assignment carry a weightage
of 30% per course, which will be added to the final grade in the concerned course.
6.1 Rationale of Assignments
Since assignment forms essential part of the programme, you must allocate enough time for preparing and
writing assignment responses as per the guidelines of the University and submit them to the Study Centre/
Programme Study Centre.
Please make sure that you write assignment responses on your own which will improve your
understanding, knowledge and skills about the course curriculum. At the same time, you are also
advised not to reproduce the course material given in the units or assignments responses of others. Any
learner, found indulging into such practice, may be penalized by awarding “Zero mark”. Your sincereefforts
in writing assignment responses will enable you to integrate your knowledge, understanding, and skills and
provoke you to think on your own to test your comprehension of content and competenciesin applying the
concept.
6.2 Steps to be followed for Assignment Preparation
While writing assignment responses, you may follow the guidelines given below which will facilitate for
preparing better assignment responses:
 Read assignment question very carefully and identify the block(s) unit(s) to which it relates.
 Make your answer precise, concise and systematic, which is relevant to assessment question.
 Supplement your response with examples, illustrations and real life situations, as per requirement,
which will help you in acquiring better knowledge and skill.
 Stick to the word limit, if indicated, in the assignment, by drafting, re-drafting assignment responsestill
you arrive a final draft response.
 Remember, you have to write answer in your own handwriting, as such, do not send typed
assignment response
Further guidelines, if required, may be obtained from your Academic Counsellor(s) attached with the
Study Centre/ Programme Study Centre.
6.3 Submission of Completed Assignment Responses
Always submit your assignments with in the specified time limit:
 Write your enrolment number, name and full address at the right hand corner of the 1 st page of
your assignment response.
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  Submit your assignment response only to the Study Centre/ Programme Study Centre with which
you are attached. Please do not submit/forward your assignments to any other Centre/institution.
 The course for which the assignment has been done, its Course code should be written in capital
letters in the centre of the top of the 1st page of the response sheets. The top left hand corner
should be kept for office use.
 The format given below may be used:
Programme Code ............................................
Programme Title .............................................
Course Title ...................................................
Course Code ..................................................
Enrolment No ...............................................
Name: ............................................................
Address: .........................................................
Telephone ......................................................
E-mail: ...........................................................
Date of Submission: .....................................
Instructions for submitting/sending Assignment Responses
 Send assignment responses complete in all respect. Incomplete assignments will not carry any
credit.
 Use-A-4 size paper for writing your response and leave a margin of about 2½ inch on the left
side for writing tutor comments and providing feedback.
 Always retain a copy of the assignment response with you as a precautionary measure. In case
the assignment response submitted is lost in transit or otherwise, you may be asked to send
another copy. As such, retain a photocopy of the assignment response till you successfully complete
the Programme.
 The assignment should be submitted to the Coordinator/Programme-Incharge of the Study Centre/
PSC on or before the last date indicated, as per the schedule of assignments, given by the
University.
 Always procure a set of new assignment questions, which are on offer if you have not cleared
them in previous year(s).
Once you have obtained pass marks in an assignment, you cannot resubmit assignment response, for
improvement of grade/mark. Assignments are not subject to re-evaluation except for factual errors, if
any.

7.0 EVALUATION
The system of evaluation in IGNOU is different from that of conventional universities. In Indira Gandhi
National Open University, every course is considered as an independent unit. Hence, every course will be
evaluated separately and for all purposes each course will be considered as a separate entity. There are
eight courses in the "PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management" programme comprising, four
theory courses (MVP-001, MVP-002, MVP-003 and MVP-004), one integrated course (MVPI-001), two
practical courses (MVPL-001 and MVPL-002), and one project work (MVPP-003). For successful
completion of the programme, you will have to secure pass marks in all the eight courses. The assessment
system of the programme is given below:

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7.1 Evaluation Structure for Theory, Practical and Project Work
7.1.1 Theory
For theory, the weightage to the term-end examination (Final Theory Examination) will be 70% and for
continuous assessment (assignment) it will be 30%. The continuous assessment is in form of Assignments.
There will be one assignment for each theory and integrated course. The weightage to the assignment
component will be 30% of the theory component.
Assignments have to be submitted to the Programme Incharge of programme study centre and instruction
for formatting the assignments and date of submission of the same are given in the assignment section of
the Programme Guide.
Note: You have to submit all the assignments of five courses having theory/Term-End-Exam (TEE) i.e.
MVP-001, 002, 003, 004 and MVPI-001 before submission of the TEE Examination Form and it is
essential/compulsory to get the authentication (signature) of the Programme Incharge in the TEE exam
form that you have submitted all the assignments for appearing in the Term-End Exams.
The weightage to the term-end examination will be 70 % and the minimum pass marks in term-end
examination will be 40 per cent. The marks obtained by the students in the term-end examination will be
converted to have weightage of 70% in theory courses. The pass percentage for an assignment is also
40% marks. The students have to secure 40% marks on aggregate basis also.

7.1.2 Practical
The practical evaluation shall be for one integrated course (MVPI-001) and two practical courses
(MVPL-001 and MVPL-002). The practical evaluation is divided under two components: (i) guided
experiments and (ii) unguided experiments. The guided experiments shall be performed during the
counselling sessions under the guidance of the counsellors. The unguided experiment shall be
undertaken by the students in the last session. For unguided experiment, student shall not be provided
any guidance while performing the experiment(s).
Both the components will be evaluated. The weightage of 70% will be assigned to guided experiments
and 30% weightage is for unguided experiments. Each experiment performed by the student would be
evaluated. The student performance would be assessed by the counsellors covering various aspects
like manipulative skills, observation and their understanding of the basic concepts related to the
experiment.
Weightage: Practical
Component Weightage
Guided Experiments 70%
Un-guided Experiments 30%
Total 100 %
The pass percentage is 40% on individual and on aggregate basis please.

7.1.3 Project Work

The project work evaluation will involve preparation of project report. The marks are to be awarded
by the experts. The weightage to the project report is 100% of the total marks. The procedure involves
approval of the project proposal (synopsis) by the concerned Regional Centre and submission of final
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project report is also to the concerned Regional Centre. The detail guidelines are given in the section
marked for the project work i.e. MVPP-003 (Chapter 8.0 of this Programme Guide).

The proforma for approval of synopsis is given in the Project Guidelines. The distribution of marks is
as follows:
a) Project report: out of 100 marks
The pass percentage is 40% on individual and on aggregate basis please.

7.2 Pass Percentage for Theory and Practical Examination

The students will have to secure minimum 40% marks in all the components of the course on individual
basis as well as on aggregate basis for the course i.e. (i) term-end examination (ii) assignment; (iii)
practical (total marks obtained in guided and unguided experiments), (iv) project work, and (v) on
aggregate basis.
7.3 Modalities for Theory and Practical Examination Criteria
Theory: Term-End Examination 70% and continuous assessment: 30%
The examination shall be held twice in a year i.e. June and December.

Practical: Guided Experiments: 70% and Unguided Experiments: 30%

(i) Evaluation- Guided Experiments
The students will be evaluated by the counsellor for performing the experiments. The weightage for
unguided experiments is 70%. For a particular experiment, split up of marks may be broadly on the
following lines:
S. No. Component Weightage
a) Actual performance of experiment and observation
40%
(psychomotor and manipulative skills)
b) Reporting (Problem solving skills) 20%
c) Viva-voce 20%
d) Record 20%
(Please see and use Evaluation Form No. 1(a) & 1 (b). The Evaluation Form No.1(a) is applicable for
MVPI-001. The Evaluation Form No.1(b) is applicable for MVPL-001 & MVPL-002. Please use separate
Evaluation Form for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002)

(ii) Evaluation- Assigned Unguided Experiments

It will be conducted in the last session of the laboratory work. The student should not be provided any
guidance while performing this experiment. For this experiment 30% marks are allotted, split up of
marks may be broadly on the following lines:
S. No. Component Weightage
a) Actual performance of experiment and observation
(psychomotor and manipulative skills) 50%
b) Reporting (Problem solving skills) 25%
c) Viva-voce 25%
(Please see and use Evaluation Form No. 2(a) & 2 (b). The Evaluation Form No.2(a) is applicable for
MVPI-001. The Evaluation Form No.2(b) is applicable for MVPL-001 & MVPL-002. Please use separate
Evaluation Form for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002)
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There shall be one internal examiner and one external examiner. The counsellor conducting the practical
counselling sessions for the course shall be the internal examiner. The external counsellor could be either
one of the counsellor from the same study centre or other study centre or an approved external examiner.
The course-writer/editors/faculty members of the SOA could also act as external examiners The proposal
shall be made by the PSC.
7.4 Preparation of Consolidated Mark List
The consolidated mark list of all students shall be prepared using the proforma given in Evaluation
Form No. 3 (Please see and use Evaluation Form No. 3(a) & 3 (b). The Evaluation Form No.3(a)
is applicable for MVPI-001. The Evaluation Form No.3(b) is applicable for MVPL-001 &
MVPL-002. Please use separate Evaluation Form for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002). This mark list
shall be directly sent to the Regional Director within a week after completion of practical counselingsessions.
Consolidation of Practical Marks: Please use Evaluation Form No.3 for consolidation of the
marks. The proformas are given in the Appendix XII.
7.5 Participation and Attendance for Practical
Practical are essential components of the programme. For successful completion of the Programme, a
participant is required to have a minimum of 75% attendance in the practical sessions at ProgrammeStudy
Centre. A student will not be eligible to appear in Term End examination if the percentage of attendance
in practical session (Programme Study Centre) falls below 75%.
7.6 Project Work
The project work involves preparation of project report after the approval of synopsis and the viva voce.
The criteria for project report evaluation include: (1) Task Definition and Approach (25% weight), (2)
Literature Review, Findings and Evaluation (50% weight), and (3) Communication of Ideas and
Presentation (25% weight). The distribution of marks shall be as follows:
(a) Project report: out of 100 marks.
7.6.1 Empanelment of Experts for evaluation of the Project Reports
 The empanelment of experts will be done by the School in consultation with the Regional Centres.
 The writers/editors of the study material of the programme, approved counsellors of the programme
at different Programme Study Centre (PSC) and faculty members of the School of Agriculture of
IGNOU are eligible to undertake Evaluation of Project Reports and Conduct of Viva-voce.
 The Regional Centre will forward the names of academic experts/officials associated with the Food
Safety and Standards Authority/Food Auditors for approval in the School as per the University
norms.
 The name approved in the School Board of the School of Agriculture.
7.6.2 Formats
The pass percentage is 40% on individual and on aggregate basis please.
The formats for awarding the marks are enclosed for reference please and are as follows:
a) For Project Reports Evaluation: Evaluation Form No. 4(a) under Appendix II
7.7 Distribution of Marks
Every course is considered as an independent unit. The maximum marks for each course (theory/
practical/ integrated) shall be 100. The integrated course MVPI-001 shall have 50 marks for theory and
50 marks for practical. The course wise distribution of marks is given below in the table.

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Total and Course-wise Distribution of Marks
Course Theory Practical Project Total
Code Marks
Term-end Continuous Guided Unguided Obtained
Assessment out of 100
MVP-001 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 00 (00) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVPI-001 35 (14) 15 (6) 35 (14) 15 (6) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVP-002 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 00 (00) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVP-003 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 00 (00) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVP-004 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 00 (00) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVPL-001 00 (00) 00 (00) 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVPL-002 00 (00) 00 (00) 70 (28) 30 (12) 00 (00) 100 (40)

MVPP-003 00 (00) 00 (00) 00 (00) 00(00) 100 (40) 100 (40)

Total 315(126) 135 (54) 175 (70) 75 (30) 100 (40) 800 (320)

* The marks in bracket indicate minimum pass marks.

7.8 Pass Percentage for the Programme
The students will have to secure 40% marks in all the courses on individual basis and on aggregate basisin all
the eight courses for award of the programme degree.
7.9 Result and Certification
The final certification of the PG Diploma shall be made on a five point scale and Grade point average as
approved by the University vide Item No. 19.6 of the Academic Councils Standing Committee is as
follows:

Letter Grade Point Grade Range % of Marks Division

A 5 4.50 and above 80% and above 1st Division with Dist.

B 4 3.50 to 4.49 60% to 79.9% 1st Division

C 3 2.50 to 3.49 50% to 59.9% 2nd Division

D 2 1.50 to 2.49 40% to 49.9% Pass

E 1 0 to 1.49 Below 40% Failed

7.10 Term-End Examination (TEE)

The University conducts Term-end Examination twice in year in the month of June and December. The
Students will be permitted to appear in Term-end Examination, subject to the condition, that registrationfor the
courses in which they wish to appear is valid. Further, maximum time to pursue the programme has not
elapsed and they have also submitted the required number of assignment(s) by the due dateand have 75%
attendance under the practical counselling sessions. The first examination can be taken in June/December,
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after completion of one year, depending upon the cycle of admission i.e. July/ January. In other words,
student admitted in January session will be eligible to take first term-end examination in December and
those admitted in July session can take exam in next June. Thereafter, the examination can be given in
June or December, within the total span of the programme. To be eligible to appear at the term- end
examination in any course, students are required to fulfill the following conditions:
1) Should pursue the prescribed course and should have valid registration at the time of submissionof
examination form.
2) Should complete 75% of attendance in practical courses/ practical counselling sessions.
3) Should submit the examination form before stipulated date.
4) Should have submitted all the assignments of various courses.

7.10.1 Examination Fee

The University conducts Term-end Examination twice in year in the month of June and December. The first
examination can be taken in June/December, after completion of one year, depending upon the cycle of
admission i.e. July/ January. In other words, student admitted in January session will be eligible to take
first term-end examination in December and those admitted in July session can take exam in next June.
Thereafter, the examination can be given in June or December, within the total span of the programme.
To be eligible to appear at the term- end examination in any course, students are required to fulfill the
following conditions:
5) Should pursue the prescribed course and should have valid registration at the time of submissionof
examination form. Further, maximum time to pursue the programmehas not elapsed.
6) Should complete 75% of attendance in practical courses/ practical counselling sessions.
7) Should submit the examination form before stipulated date.
8) Should have submitted all the assignments of various courses.
Students should submit on-line examination form as per guidelines through IGNOU website at
[Link]. For the latest information regarding Programme fee, Exam fee, Late fee etc., you are
requested to visit the IGNOU website.
About last date of form fill up and the examination fee, please visit the University website.
i) The date of submission of Examination form without late fee:
For June TEE : 1st March to 31stMarch
For December TEE : 1st September to 30th September
ii) Examination forms with late fee are accepted as per following schedule:

Dates for Submission of Exam Form

FORJUNETEE LATE FEE FOR DEC TEE LATE FEE
1 March to 31 March NIL 1 Sept. to 30 Sept. NIL
1 April to 20 April ` 300/- 1 Oct. to 20 Oct. ` 300/-

21 April to 30 April ` 500/- 21 Oct. to 31 Oct. ` 500/-

1 May to 15 May ` 1000/- 1 Nov. to 15 Nov. ` 1000/-

7.10.2 Examination Centre

Normally, the study centre is the examination centre. However, it could also be another Study Centrein the
district/adjoining district. A student is required to fill the same Study Centre Code as exam centrecode in the
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examination form. For this purpose the students are advised to go through the list of studycentres available
in the Student Handbook and Prospectus/Programme Guide. In case any student wishes to take
examination at a particular study centre, the code of the chosen centre be filled up as examination centre
code. However, in case the examination centre chosen by a student, is not activated, the university will allot
another examination centre under the same District/Region.
Please remember that the University reserves the right for allocation of the Examination Centre.

7.10.3 Issue of Examination Hall Ticket

University issues Examination Hall Ticket to the students at least two weeks before the commencement of
Term-end Examination. It could be downloaded from the University’s website [Link].
Change of examination centre is permitted only in exceptional cases for which you have to make a
request to the Registrar, SED at least one month before the commencement of the examination as per the
University norms.
Always remember your Enrolment Number is your Roll Number for the term-end-examination
(theory paper). Please exercise enough care in writing it correctly. Any mistake in writing the Roll
Number will lead to non-declaration of result.
If you do not get the Hall Ticket, check the list of students registered for examination at the Examination
Centre or on the IGNOU website [Link]. If your name is in the list, you shall be permitted to
appear at the examination by showing your Identity Card (Student Card)/downloaded Hall Ticket to the
Examination Centre Superintendent.
7.11 Declaration of Results
Although all efforts are made to declare the result in time. The University may not be able to declare the
results of the last examination before commencement of next examination, however, due to
unforeseen/unavoidable reasons.
You are, therefore, advised to fill up the term-end examination form for next term-end examination without
waiting for the result of previous term-end examination.
Always quote your name, Enrollment Number, name of the programme and complete address for any
correspondence with the University (including Regional Centre and Study Centre). In absence of such
details, we may not be able to attend to your problems.
No student is allowed to re-appear in an examination or re-submit assignment responses for improving the
marks/grade after successfully completing it.
7.12 Early Declaration of Results
The University has the provision of early declaration of term-end examinations results. The application for
early declaration of results shall be entertained only if you have been selected for any post or applied
for further studies, wherein mark-sheet/certificate for qualifying examination is required to be submitted to
the institution by a particular date, which may be before the date of declaration of the University results.
You must compulsorily submit documentary evidence (proof) in support of the reason for early
declaration of your result.
It may be noted that early declaration of result is allowed only in respect of theory courses. This
facility is not applicable for practical/lab courses, project, workshop, assignments, seminar, etc.
based courses. The application for early declaration of results shall be entertained for final year
courses or maximum of four backlog courses only. Prescribed fee shall be paid for early result
declaration. Application form along with required amount of fee must be submitted to the Registrar, S.E.
Division, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 before the date of the commencement of term-end
examination i.e., before 1st June and 1st December, respectively. The link for Early Declaration of Results
is placed in this book.

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7.13 Re-evaluation of Answer Script(s)
The students who are not satisfied with the marks/grade secured by them in Term-end Examination can
apply for re-evaluation within one month from the date of result declaration i.e. the date on which the
results are made available on the University website on payment of the prescribed fee as per the prescribed
application form available on the University website. The better of the two scores of original
marks/grades and re-evaluated marks/grades will be considered and the revised marks/ grades shall be
incorporated in the student’s records, if applicable. Re-evaluation is not permissible for Projects,
Practicals, Assignments and Seminars, etc.

7.14 Issue of Official Transcript

The students may also obtain ‘Official Transcript’ for submission to the Overseas or Indian Institutes/
Universities on request. They may apply in the prescribed form by paying the requisite fee as under by
means of demand draft in favour of ‘IGNOU’ and payable at ‘New Delhi’:
The students may also obtain ‘Official Transcript’ for submission to the Overseas or Indian Institutes/
Universities on request. They may apply in the prescribed form by paying the requisite fee.
A sample prescribed application form with rules and regulations in detail for this purpose is given in the
Common Prospectus and also made available at [Link] 1 on
University’s website [Link].

7.15 Photocopy of the Evaluated Answer Script

The students may obtain the photocopy of the evaluated answer scripts for the term-end examination on
request. They may apply the prescribed application form from 1st March to 15th April for June Term-end
Examination and from 1st September to 15th October for December Term-End Examination along with the
requisite fee.
A sample prescribed application form with rules and regulations in detail for this purpose is given in the
Common Prospectus and also made available at [Link] 1 on
University’s website [Link].

8.0 GUIDELINES FOR PROJECT WORK (MVPP-003)

MVPP-003: PROJECT WORK- 1
The project course MVPP-003 is an integrated part of the PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality
Management (PGDFSQM). The purpose of the project work is to sensitize you to the realities and
practices of Food Safety and Quality Management at field (floor) level. The project means here a type
of action oriented research with planning and designing elements as well. It is also an opportunity for you
to critically look into any specific issue / problems that you might have facedor you are currently facing at
your work place. For registration purpose, the project course is treatedas one course.
8.1 Objective
The objective of the project is to develop capabilities, among the students, for a comprehensive
analysis of implementation of Good Hygienic Practices/ HACCP/ Quality Management System/ Food
Safety Management System in a food establishment. The objective also includes enabling you to
conduct investigation in a systematic way and to expand your understanding on the subject.

8.2 Approach
The students may undertake any topic studied in the seven courses of the PG Diploma Programme in Food
Safety and Quality Management. The broad themes for study could include:

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a) Good Hygienic Practices/ HACCP/ Quality Management System/Food Safety Management System
b) Development of Training modules
c) Food Laws & Standards
d) Analysis of Food Products
The project work may be undertaken in a food manufacturing/processing (organized/
unorganized), hospitality, retail & street food unit. The project should not be a theory/literature
based exercise. It should be practice oriented.
The types of project may include: (a) Comprehensive case study (problem formulation, analysis and
recommendations), (b) comparison of practices/ validation of theory/ survey of quality management
practices and (c) field study (empirical study). The project should be challenging but manageable within the
resources and time available.
An outline of your project proposal from your end in form of synopsis will initiate a dialogue between you
and your supervisor who will then help you to work on the choosen topic and report.
8.3 Project Synopsis (Proposal)
Proposal Formulation: Synopsis of the project should be prepared. The synopsis should clearly state the
objectives and research methodology, sampling, instruments to be used, limitations if any, and futuredirection
for further research.
a) Identification of Topic: The selection of topic is of crucial importance. It should be decided and
based on your understanding of the study, experience in the field and interest. The topic should be
discussed with the supervisor. It should be in harmony with your areas of interest and the
specialization of the supervisor. It is always better to identify a micro topic to remain focussed and
complete the project on the time and within the budget and resources. The topic should be clear,
directional, focussed and feasible.
b) Development of Project Synopsis: The synopsis should be around 500 words. The synopsis
should consist of:
i) a clear statement of the topic of the project;
ii) a statement of objectives (what you intend to achieve through the project);
iii) your hypothesis (if any) on which you build your study;
iv) the methodology you intend to adopt to carry out your study – tools and techniques tobe used,
if any;
v) population and sample size proposed, if the project involves any field work; and
vi) implications of the project for food safety & quality Management.
The statements of the topic and of the hypotheses are closely related. You state your
hypotheses based on your present knowledge about the topic. Your hypotheses may be proved
correct or changed later, based on the analysis of the data you collect. Your hypothesesalso can be in
the form of few research questions.
When you set objectives, it is better to limit them to four or five. A large number of objectiveswill be
difficult to achieve, given the present scope of the project and the time available to us. The
objectives should be achievable and measurable.

Methodology should include the ways through which you would collect your information, data,
etc., and analyse them.
You need not worry much about the implications of your project at the initial stage. You needto state,
however, in general terms the purpose of your project. Implications and conclusions will be stated
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 more specifically and concretely towards the end of your actual Project Work.
In addition to the above steps your proposal may also include relevant literature/ studies, and Time/
Schedule, listing various activities you have to carry out in the project, time needed for each activity
and resources you have to spend on them. This time schedule will help you to carry out your
project work in a systematic way.
c) Submission: The Synopsis of the project should be sent to the Concerned IGNOU Regional
Centre (RC) only. The concerned RC will give the Project Synopsis Number and shall inform the
student about its approval.
8.4 Eligibility for Project Supervisor: The following are eligible to be supervisor:
i) Faculty at the Headquarters (School of Agriculture).
ii) Academic Counsellors of Food Safety & Quality Management Programme having relevant
experience.
iii) Teacher in Agriculture having 5 years of PG teaching experience in areas related to disciplines,
e.g. in food processing, food analysis, good agricultural practices, food safety and quality
management, etc. / Professionals holding Masters’ degree in Food technology or allied disciplines
having a minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant area. (In exceptional cases, a
supervisor with a B.E. degree and 5 years of relevant experience may also be approved)
8.5 Project Synopsis Submission and Approval
Students are advised to send their project synopsis and bio-data of the supervisor (in case of (ii) and (iii)
above, which must be duly signed by the guide) to the concerned Regional Centre (RC). Synopsis proposals
not accompanying a complete and signed Bio- Data of supervisor will not be considered for approval.
Project synopsis can be submitted throughout the year. The concerned Regional Centre will forward the
original synopsis approval to the student.
In case the proposed supervisor is not acceptable to the Faculty, the student shall be advised so, and in
such cases the student should change the supervisor and resubmit the proposal. Hence the student will
submit project proposal afresh with the signature of the new supervisor, as it will be considered as a new
proposal. Similarly if a student wants to change his/her supervisor for any reason, he/she would be
required to submit the project proposal alongwith the signature of the new supervisor on a new project
proposal proforma, as it would be considered as a new proposal.
In case of academic counsellors, it should be clearly mentioned as to which are the course he/she is
counselling for, and since when, alongwith the name and code of the study centre, he/she is attached with.
The project supervisor will be paid a token honorarium as per the University norms for guidingthe student.
At any given point of time a supervisor can not guide more than six students.
Note: Student are advised to select supervisors who are active professionals in the relevant area of the
selected topic. Project Supervisors are also advised to restrict guiding projects in their core
specialization area only.
Communication of Approval: A written communication regarding the approval/ non- approval of the
project will be sent to the student by the Regional centre.
Resubmission of Project Proposal: In case of non- approval of the proposal the comments/suggestions for
reformulating the project will be communicated to the student. In such case the revised project synopsis
should be submitted with revised project proposal proforma and a copy of the rejected synopsis and
project proposal proforma bearing the comments of the evaluator and P.P. No. (Project Proposal Number)
allotted by the concerned Regional Centre (RC).
8.6 Project Report
8.6.1 Managing the project time: As you are aware, the project work-1 (MVPP- 003) is worth 8
credits or 240 study hours. We suggest you manage your time according to the following guidelines.
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 Activity Time (Hours) Days
Identification of project and finalizing project proposal in
64 8
consultation with project counselor and field guide
Planning and conducting project work in the field withperiodic
112 14
review by project counsellor and field guide
Analyzing observation/results and writing the project report 64 8
Total 240 30
8.6.2 Components of Project Report: The Project Report may be presented in accordance with the
following outline:
i) Introduction: What prompted you to choose the topic? How is the topic important from Food
Safety and Quality Management point of view?
ii) Objectives: Specific and lucid statement of what you wish to achieve through the project.
iii) Review of literature: The work done in the area be reviewed for reference.
iv) Methodology: This may contain:
a) Design: A statement on what your overall plan of action is.
b) Sampling: How did you go about selecting the specific object, events or respondents you
selected for study?
c) Tools/ Techniques: What instruments, devices, material or techniques did you choose for
collecting your data?
d) Processing and Analysing Data: What techniques you did use to process the data which you
collect and analyse them to answer your question?
v) Analyses and Findings: A lucid presentation (numerical or graphical wherever necessary) of the
analysed data and the interpretations you make thereof.
vi) Suggestions and Action live: Recommendations/ suggestions and action live with people who
are to perform them be specified.
vii) Conclusions: The insights you have gained through this exercise, and how these may help in
understanding the concept and promoting the principles and practices of food safety and quality
management on the whole.
viii) Bibliography and Appendices.
ix) Approved Project Proposal.
8.6.3 Formulation: The following guidelines may facilitate formulation of the Report
i) The length of the report may be about 80-100 double spaced typed pages for MVPP-003
(excluding appendices and exhibits). However 10% variationon either side is permissible.
ii) Each project report must adequately explain the research methodology adopted and the
directions for future research.
iii) The project report should also contain the following:
a) Copy of the Approved Project Synopsis (Proposal) Proforma and Synopsis
b) Certificate of originality duly signed by the student and the supervisor
8.6.4 Submission of Project Report: One typed copy of the project report is to be submitted to the
Regional Director (RD) of the concerned Regional Centre (RC). As soon as you submit the ProjectReport, a
[Link]. would be allotted which will be communicated to you. You should quote this P.R. No. while
corresponding with the concerned Regional Centre regarding Project Report.
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Project Report can be submitted any time throughout the year. Students are requested to kindly
note that the “Project Report submitted after 30th November to till 31st May will be counted for
June Term-End and Project Report submitted after 31st May to till 30th November will be counted
for December Term-End”.
The project evaluation shall be conducted from the approved panel of evaluators.
8.6.5 Enquiries
Enquiries regarding the approval of Project Synopsis should be addressed to the concerned Regional
Director, IGNOU Regional Centre, IGNOU.
8.6.6 Submission of Project Evaluation Marks
The Regional Centre shall forward the Project Report marks as per evaluation methodology to the
Registrar, Student Evaluation Division (SED), Block-12, Indira Gandhi National Open University,
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068 for further processingas per university norms. The format for sending
project report marks is given at Appendix I.
8.6.7 List of Topics
An illustrative list of topics, is already given at the Section 4.3, under Syllabus of the Programme, to
give you an idea as to what kind of topics could be selected for project work. It is however, advised that the
students select their topics outside this list.
8.6.8 Project Report Evaluation Criteria
1. Task Definition and Approach (25% weight)
a) Objectives/ rationale: Precise statement of objectives with rationale which outlines and refer
to the underlying principles in the academic literature providing a clear theoretical frame for
the project work.
b) Approach/ process: Specification of methodology/ process, justification of choice of
approach, its appropriateness, evidence of clear planning, organization and administration, and
references to research methods literature.
2. Literature Review, Findings and Evaluation (50% weight)
a) Literature Review: Development of a clear conceptual framework to underpin the study
including rationale based on summary of findings of previous studies.
b) Analysis: Evidence of analysis to support ideas, objectives and questions raised in the
literature.
c) Synthesis/evaluation: Concerned with the linking of different strands of arguments together. It
includes the learner’s ability to compare and contrast, synthesize and evaluate, and
integrate issues raised in the literature and in the project through objectives and data
gathered.
d) Conclusion/recommendations: Relevant/ feasible and clear conclusion and recommendations
that flow out of the analysis. Shows evidence of transfer of knowledge from the study to
new situations.
e) Creativity/ reflection: Evidence of the ability to take a position and defend it on the basisof
data collected; Reflection on the implications of the study and suggestions on areas of
further research.
3. Communication of Ideas and Presentation (25% weight)
a) Coherence of argument: Clarity of arguments with supporting evidence from literature or
data, and clear flow of ideas.
b) Format and language: Written in an academic style – predominantly 3rd person; clear and
correct usage of English; and adherence to aesthetic presentation of tables and diagrams.

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8.6.9 Pass Percentage
The pass percentage is 40% on individual and on aggregate basis please.

SOME IMPORTANT NOTES WHILE PREPARING THE PROJECT SYNOPSIS

(PROPOSAL)
1) Send only one copy of the Project Proposal, and retain a copy with you.
2) “MVPP-003” should be written prominently on the envelope and should address to the
“Regional Centre”.
3) Ensure the inclusion of the following while submitting the Proposal:
a) Proforma for Approval of Project Proposal duly filled and signed by both,
the student and the supervisor.
b) Details Bio-Data of the supervisor duly signed by him/her. (Bio-data of the
guide should include his/her detailed office address with phone numbers.
c) Synopsis of the Project
d) Ensure that the Project Proposal is not a Theory/Literature-based exercise. It
should be action research/practice-oriented exercise to be undertaken.
4) The synopsis of your Project Proposal should include the following Rationale:
a) Introduction and Rationale for the study
b) Objectives of the study
c) Research Methodology to be used for carrying out the study (detailing nature of
data, data sources, collection methods, tools and techniques of analysis, sampling
etc.)
d) The expected contribution from the study
e) Limitations, if any, and the direction for future research.

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 SOME IMPORTANT NOTES WHILE PREPARING THE PROJECT REPORT
1. The Project Work should be submitted in original in A-4 size (29x20 cm) typed in
double space, in a bound volumes to the concerned Regional Centre (RC) of the
University by Registered insured post.
2. Before binding the project report the student should ensure that it contains the
following in original.
i) Approved Project Proposal Proforma
ii) Approval Synopsis alongwith the Bio-data of the of the guide, and
iii) An originality certificate duly signed by the student and supervisor (Proforma
enclosed)
If any Project Report is received in the absence of the above, the same will returned
to the students for compliance.
3) Kindly mentioned on the top of the envelope “PROJECT REPORT-MVPP-003.
This will facilitate sorting out project report. The project report will not be
returned to the student. The students should keep a copy of the report for their
reference propose.

CERTIFICATE OF ORGINALITY
This is to certify that the project titled “
” is an original work of the Student
and is being submitted in partial fulfillment for the award of the PG Diploma
in Food Safety & Quality Management of Indira Gandhi National Open
University. This report has not been submitted earlier either to this University
or to any other University/ Institution for the fulfillment of the requirement of
a course of study.

SIGNATURE OF SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

Place : Place:

Date: Date:

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Project Synopsis No. PGDFSQM Programme
(To be assigned by the concerned Regional Centre)

SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068
PROFORMA FOR APPROVAL OF PROJECT PROPOSAL
Enrolment No............................ Study Centre............................
Regional Centre......................
Name and Address of the Student : ...............................................................................
Email & Mobile No. : ...............................................................................
...............................................................................
Title of the Project : ...............................................................................
Subject Area : ...............................................................................
Name and Address of the Supervisor : ...............................................................................
Is the Supervisor an Academic Counsellor : Yes...............................No ..................................
of Food Safety & Quality Management Programme of IGNOU ?
If Yes, Name and code of Study : ...............................................................................
Centre and the courses he/she is ...............................................................................
Counselling for and since when ...............................................................................
No. of the student currently working : ...............................................................................
Under the supervisor for ...............................................................................

Signature of Student Signature of Supervisor

Date: Date:

Please do not forget to enclose the synopsis of the project and the Bio-data of the Supervisor.
In case the complete and signed Bio-Data of the Supervisor (Even if the proposed supervisor
is an academic counselor of IGNOU’s Food safety and Quality Management Programme) is
not enclosed, the proposal will not be entertained.

SYNOPSIS SUPERVISOR For Office Use Only

APPROVED APPROVED
NOT APPROVED NOT APPROVED
Signature of Evaluator/RC Official

DATE :...................................................................
The remuneration bill has to be
submitted after or alongwith the
submission of the Project Report.

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 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068
REMUNERATION BILL FOR GUIDANCE OF PROJECT WORK
1. PROGRAMME TITLE : PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality management
2. COURSE TITLE : MVPP- 003........................................................................
2. NAME OF SUPERVISOR : ............................................................................................
3. RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS : ............................................................................................
............................................................................................
4. DESIGNATION : ............................................................................................
............................................................................................
5. OFFICIAL ADDRESS : ............................................................................................
............................................................................................
............................................................................................
6. TELEPHONE NO. : OFF : RES :
& Email : Email ID.
[Link]. PROJECT ENROLMENT NO. NAME OF THE STUDENT AMOUNT

Certified that I have guided the students for their Project Work Please Affix
Rev.

Date: Signature of the Supervisor

Note: The remuneration payable for guidance of Project Work is Rs. ……/- per student
Certified that the above Project Supervisor was approved and recommended by the concerned
Regional centre and the above may be admitted.

Dy. Registrar/Asstt. Registrar Section Officer Dealing Assistant\

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9.0 SOME USEFUL INFORMATION
9.1 Some Useful Addresses
For your information, addresses of important officers dealing with different educational aspects are given
below. Whenever you have a problem, you can directly contact the concerned officer. If you have any
query regarding admission procedures, please write to Regional Director of your region.
WHOM TO CONTACT FORWHAT
1. Identity Card, Fee Receipt, Bonafide Certificate,
Migration Certificate, Scholarship Forms Concerned Regional Centre
2. Non-receipt of study material and assignments Concerned Regional Director
3. SED Registrar’s Secretariat Contact No. Phone No: 011-29535828/
2482 Intercom No. 2204/2205
FAX No.011-29534429 sed@[Link]
4. Original Degree/Diploma/Verification of Deputy Registrar (Exam-I), SED, Block-9,
Degree/Diploma IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068
e-mail: convocation@[Link]
Ph. 011-29535438, 29572224, 29572213
5. Schedule/Information regarding Exam- form, Assistant Registrar (Exam-II), Student
Entrance Test, date-sheet, IGNOU, Evaluation Division (SED), Block-12,
Hall Ticket Room No. 2, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi,
New Delhi-110 068
e-mail: sgoswami@[Link]
Tele No. 011-29536743,
29572202, 29572209
6. Result, Re-evaluation, Grade Card, Provisional Deputy Registrar (Exam-III), SED,
Certificate, Early Declaration of Result, Block-12, Room No. 1, IGNOU,
Transcripts Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068
e-mail: npsingh@[Link] or
Ph. 011-29536103, 29572201,
29572211, 29571525
7. Non-reflection of Assignment Grades/ Marks Assistant Registrar (Assignment),
Student Evaluation Division, Block-3,
Room No. 12, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi,
New Delhi-110 068
e-mail: assignments@[Link]
Ph. 011-29532294, 29571312,
29571319, 29571325
8. Change of elective/medium/opting of left over Concerned Regional Centre
electives/deletion of excess credits
9. Student Grievances (online) Assistant Registrar (Student Grievance)
SED, Block-3, Room No. 13, IGNOU,
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068
e-mail: sregrievance@[Link]
Ph. 011-29532294, 29571313
10. Purchase of Audio/Video Tapes Marketing Unit, EMPC, IGNOU,
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068
Ph. 011-29573210

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 11. Academic Content Director, School of Agriculture,
Zakir Hussain Bhawan, Academic Complex,
Block-G, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, NewDelhi-68
Ph. 011-29537067, 29572976, 29572973
e-mail: soa@[Link]
12. Information Regarding Counselling Sessions Concerned study centres and Programme
&Assignment Submission Study Centre
13. Status of Project Report Phone No: Intercom No. 1324/1320/1321E-
mail: projects@[Link]
14. Student Support Services and Student Regional Director, Student
Grievances, pre-admission inquiry of Service Centre,
various courses in IGNOU IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068e-
mail: ssc@[Link]
Ph. :011-29535414, 29533869
Fax: 011-2953 3129
15. Front Office (May I help you) Phone No:011-29572218, 2210/ 2211/2208/
(Students’ General Enquiries) 2216/ 2209
IGNOU Telephone Exchange Number 29571000
16. Public Information Center (PIC) PH: 29533715, 29572508

IGNOU admissions are made strictly on the basis of merit. Only those learners who satisfy the
eligibility criteria fixed by the University will be admitted. Learners will not be admitted if they are not
eligible as per the eligibility criteria. Therefore, the candidates should not be misled by the false
promises of admissionmade by any private individuals or institution.
You are also advised to get in touch with the Programme Incharge of your Study Centre.
9.2 Online Facilities
IGNOU website is [Link]. A few important links under the site are enlisted here.
a) Schools: Where you will get the information about the programmes offered by different Schools.
Inthe School of Agriculture, programmes being offered in agriculture sector are available.
b) For students: The University’s website ( [Link]) has a special section marked as “Student
Zone” to facilitate various student support services, from admission to results, to the students and
covers- registration details, queries about admission, re-registration, results; catalogue for print
mediaand audio video; download facilities for assignment; library; question papers; material dispatch
details, address checking; registration for SMS alerts; convocation; term-end date sheet;
examination form; campus placement and prospectus and application form. The students are
requested to access the Student Zone of the IGNOU website- [Link],in. The link is
[Link]
For SMS alert you can registered at [Link]
c) Division: Under this section, there are links of Material Production and Distribution Division,
Regional Service Division, Student Registration Division and Student Evaluation Division.
i) Student Registration Division- This link will give you information about admission and re-
admission. [Link]
ii) Student Evaluation Division- This link give information about term-end examination, grade card
status, results, hall ticket etc.
[Link]
iii) MPDD: The link [Link] and
registarmpdd@[Link] / mpdd@[Link] give the price catalogue of the study material.
iv) Electronic Media: You will get the information about the Gyan Darshan Schedule, Gyan Vani
schedule, Interactive Radio Counselling, teleconferencing schedule and feedback form. Please
check with empc@[Link]/ directorempc@[Link] or edusat-empc@[Link]
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 9.3 List of Regional Centres and Study Centres for PGDFSQM Programme
1. IGNOU website: [Link]
2. For the list of study centres/program study centres: [Link]
3. IGNOU Regional Centres’ website: [Link]
4. Whom to contact for what:
[Link]

9.4 Some Forms for Your Use

Please see the latest version of the forms at the following links.
1. Sample Form for Early Declaration of Result.
[Link]
ATION%20OF%20RESULT%20OF%20TERM-END%[Link]
2. Sample Form for Re-evaluation of Answer Scripts
[Link]
%20Scripts(1).pdf
3. Sample Form for Improvement in Division/Class
[Link]
4. Sample Form for Obtaining Photocopy of the Answer Script
[Link]
%20the%20answer%[Link]
5. Sample Form for Issue of Official Transcript
[Link]
6. Sample Form for Issue of Migration Certificate
[Link]
7. Sample Form for Obtaining Duplicate Grade Card/Mark sheet
[Link]
8. Application Form for Obtaining Duplicate Copy of Degree/Diploma/Certificate
[Link]
df

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 Appendix I
Evaluation Form No.1 (a)

Evaluation Sheet for Guided Experiments for MVPI-001 (for 35 Marks)

Programme and Course : MVPI-001

Name of the Student :

Enrolment No. :

Residential Address :

Evaluation of guided
Sl. Date Title experiment Total Remarks
No. of the marks
Experiment Performance & Reporting Record Viva-
Observations Voce
(4) (2) (2 ) (2) (10)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Total Marks in experiments

Total (out of 35)

Date :

Place : Signature of Counsellor

Note: Kindly use this proforma for each student individually.

Kindly use separate proforma for each course.

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Evaluation Form No.1 (b)

Evaluation Sheet for Guided Experiments for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002 (for 70 Marks)

Programme and Course :

Name of the Student :

Enrolment No. :

Residential Address :

Evaluation of guided
Sl. Date Title experiment Total Remarks
No. of the marks
Experiment Performance & Reporting Record Viva-
Observations Voce
(8) (4) (4) 4) (20)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Total Marks in experiments

Total (out of 70)

Date :

Place : Signature of Counsellor

Note: Kindly use this proforma for each student individually.

Kindly use separate proforma for each course.

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Evaluation Form No.2 (a)

Evaluation Sheet for Unguided Experiments for MVPI-001 (for 15 Marks)

Programme and Course :

Name of the Student :

Enrolment No. :

Residential Address :

Evaluation of guided
Sl. Date Title experiment Total Remarks
No. of the marks
Experiment Performance & Reporting Viva-
Observations Voce
(8) (2) (5) (15)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Total (out of 15)

Date :

Place : Signature of Counsellor

Note: Kindly use this proforma for each student individually.

Kindly use separate proforma for each course.

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Evaluation Form No.2 (b)

Evaluation Sheet for Unguided Experiments MVPL-001 and MVPL-002 (for 30 Marks)
Programme and Course :

Name of the Student :

Enrolment No. :

Residential Address :

Evaluation of guided
Sl. Date Title experiment Total Remarks
No. of the marks
Experiment Performance & Reporting Viva-
Observations Voce
(16) (4) (10) (30)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Total Marks (out of 30)

Date :

Place : Signature of Counsellor

Note: Kindly use this proforma for each student individually.

Kindly use separate proforma for each course.

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Evaluation Form No.3 (a)

Proforma for Consolidated Mark List for MVPI-001

Programme and Course :

Centre Code :

Name of the Centre :

Year & Month :

Sl. Enrolment No. Marks obtained Marks obtained in Total

No. of the in guided assigned unguided (out of 50)
Student experiments experiment
(Out of 35) (out of 15)

Date : Signature of the Counsellor

Place : Signature of the Coordinator

Note: i) This is a collective statement for all the students.

ii) Only the consolidated mark-list must be forwarded to the concerned Regional Director of
IGNOU. A copy of the forwarding letter be sent to the Director, School of Agriculture.
iii) The evaluation sheets for guided experiments and for assigned unguided experiment mustbe
handed over to the Coordinator of the study centre.

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ii) Evaluation Form No.3 (b)

Proforma for Consolidated mark list for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002

Programme and Course :

Centre Code :

Name of the Centre :

Year & Month :

Sl. Enrolment No. Marks obtained Marks obtained in Total

No. of the in guided assigned unguided (out of 100)
Student experiments experiment
(Out of 70) (out of 30)

Date : Signature of the Counsellor

Place : Signature of the Coordinator

Note: i) This is a collective statement for all the students.

ii) Only the consolidated mark-list must be forwarded to the concerned Regional Directorof
IGNOU. A copy of the forwarding letter be sent to the Director, School of Agriculture.
iii) The evaluation sheets for guided experiments and for assigned unguided experiment must
be handed over to the Coordinator of the study centre.
iv) Kindly use separate proforma for MVPL-001 and MVPL-002 each course.

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Evaluation Form No.4 (a)
AWARD LIST OF PGDFSQM PROJECT (MVPP-003)
PGDFSQM: PROJECT REPORT EVALUATION

Sl. P.R. P.S. STUDENT ENROLMENT PROJECT

No. No. No. NAME No. REPORT
(Out of 100)

1.

2.

Project Synopsis (P.S.) No. given by the concerned Regional Centre

Project Report (P.R.) No. also given by the concerned Regional Centre

(Signature of Evaluator)
Name of Evaluator :
Address :

Email :
Ph.:
Mobile :

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 Appendix II

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY

STUDENT REGISTRATION DIVISION
MAIDAN GARHI, NEW DELHI-110068
Application for Internal Credit Transfer for PGDFSQM Programme
I hereby apply for transfer of Credits for PGDFSQM Programme.

Enrolment Number (Old) PGDFSQM Enrolment Number (New) allotted for PGDFSQM Programme

[Link]. Course Title of Course Credits

Code
1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.
Total
NOTE:
1. Fee of Rs.500/- per course is required to be paid by means of a Demand Draft drawn in favour of IGNOU and payable
at New Delhi, for transfer of credits for the above mentioned courses of PGDFSQM Programme. The students should
submit this Credit Transfer Form, only after taking the fresh admission in PGDFSQM Programme and allotted a new
enrolment number by SRD, to the address given below in the box.
Fee paid details: SBI collect No./Demand Draft No.______________________ Date ______________________
Amount in Rs. __________________
Bank(in case of DD)______________________________________________________________________________
2. Credit Transfer of all the above courses may be affected to PGDFSQM Programme.
3. Credit Transfer for the Course MVPP-001 is not allowed as the Project Course, Code and Credits have been changed and
the New Course is Project Work-1 with Project Code MVPP-003 which is of eight credits.

Signature of the Student:

Speed Post this Credit Transfer
Form along with the application,
supporting documents, fee paid Name and address of the student:
details to:

The Registrar,
SRD, Block No.3, IGNOU, Mobile No.:
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi- 110068.
E-mail:

Dated :
 IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
Please keep this Programme Guide safely till you complete the
[Link] will need to repeatedly consult it while pursuing the PG
Diploma Programme, as this guide carries information pertaining to
structure, course and units; guidelines for operationalization of the
programme and formats required for different purposes to make
correspondence with the University.
Printed Self Learning/Instructional Study Material (SLM) is the
backbone of Open and Distance Learning System (ODL). The study
material is prepared by a team of experts keeping in view the
requirements, understandings and interest of the learners. The material is
developed through an expert committee who are distinguished
academics and professionals in respective disciplines. The study
material is written in such a manner that the learners can study
themselves with little assistance from the Academic Counsellors at the
Learner Support Centres. It is mandatory to attend the stipulated
Practical Counselling sessions (75% attendance is minimum) at the
Programme Study Centre. Further, you may also refer to text books
and reference books, as per your requirement. These are available with
select libraries attached to the Study Centres and Regional Centres.
The Concerned IGNOU Regional Centre will send you the study
material and assignments by the registered post or may be handed over
in person. If you do not receive the same for any reason, it may be
immediately reported to your Regional Centre, for verification and
necessary action. Further, in case, you do not receive assignments, you
may obtain a copy of the same from the Study Centre or Regional
Centre with which you are attached or may download it from the
IGNOU website ([Link]).
Remember, you are eligible for Term-end-examination in
June/December, depending upon the cycle of your admission i.e.
January/July, till you have valid registration up to maximum period of
four years.

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