Question 1

Who can attend this programme?

Accepted Answer

Graduating students, research scholars, practising managers, environmental managers, industry owners, municipal staff, supervisors, operational staff, budding entrepreneurs, and aspiring professionals who want to enter the waste management world.

Question 2

Is the course delivered online or in person?

Accepted Answer

Both. We run in-person sessions and instructor-led online cohorts, so participants across India, the Middle East and Africa can join. Batch sizes stay at 20 either way, so you keep personal attention from the instructor.

Question 3

Do I receive a certificate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. An examination is held at the end of the programme, and a certificate is issued to every participant who achieves the qualifying marks.

Question 4

What happens after the course finishes?

Accepted Answer

Every programme ends with internship opportunities, employment assistance and free membership of Ashrita Bio Foundation — so the relationship continues past the final session.

Question 5

Are there any eligibility requirements?

Accepted Answer

None. The programmes are open to anyone looking to build a career in waste and environmental management or to extend an existing skill set.

Question 6

How do I pay, and what does the fee include?

Accepted Answer

Fees can be paid by bank transfer to our State Bank of India account — details are on the Payments page. The fee is inclusive of tax and covers tuition, course materials and the end-of-course examination.

What this programme covers

What you’ll be able to do

Module by module

Certification

Questions people ask before enrolling

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