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Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management Programme by CEP, IIT Delhi

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Start your journey in healthcare innovation

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Duration
9 Months
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Mode
Live Online
#1

in Asian University Rankings – Southern Asia as per QS World University Rankings (2025) in India

#4

as per NIRF India Ranking (2025) (Management category)

Programme Overview

Healthcare today stands at the crossroads of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management by CEP, IIT Delhi empowers professionals, engineers, clinicians, and innovators to conceptualise, design, and commercialise transformative healthcare solutions. Guided by IIT Delhi faculty, experts, and industry leaders, participants gain practical exposure to entrepreneurship, product design, business strategy, regulatory frameworks, and start-up creation—culminating in a capstone project that transforms innovative ideas into real-world healthcare solutions.

Programme Highlights

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Prestigious Certificate

E-certificate from prestigious CEP, IIT Delhi

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Expert Faculty

Top IIT Delhi faculties and industry experts

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Holistic Curriculum

Holistic curriculum covering concepts & applications

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Peer Networking

Rich peer group learning and networking opportunities

Learning Outcomes

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Innovate Healthcare Products and Services

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Apply Design Thinking and Prototyping Skills

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Understand Healthcare Regulations and Testing

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Master Branding, Pricing, and Market Entry Strategies

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Build Business Models and IP Frameworks

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Use AI/ML for Product Optimisation

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Develop Strategies for Start-Up Growth

Pedagogical Methodology

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Lectures & Tutorials

Interactive learning sessions with expert faculty

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Continuous Project-Based Learning

Continuous hands-on projects throughout the programme

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Guest Sessions from Industry and Academia

Industry and academia experts sharing real-world insights

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Mentorship and Two-Way Feedback

Dynamic two-way feedback for effective learning

Tools and Libraries in the Healthcare Space

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The teaching will focus on learning important concepts from scratch through discussions on real-life examples. The topics will then be applied by the students as a part of the course and project assignments. The project, which will run throughout the course, will involve hands-on training on the topics taught and enable the development of a strong technical and entrepreneurial mindset. Dynamic two-way feedback will ensure effective mentoring and student learning.

Programme Content

I. Conception
Basics – What is entrepreneurship? What is a product? Difference between product and service?
Healthcare problems and unmet needs – Current health-related challenges (pre and post-pandemic), existing solutions, product, and service requirements
Empathy, Personas, User Stories – stepping into consumers’ shoes and understanding medical issues
Identifying New Opportunities in Healthcare Innovation using Data – market gap
Understanding healthcare policies and strategies
Market Research for Healthcare Product or Service Development – How to conduct market research?
Idea Generation & Need Analysis – Source, evaluate ideas
Conception of Healthcare Products: The Doctor's Perspective
Concept testing using Surveys – Customer Discovery: template, evaluate the value proposition
Competition Analysis and Product Market Fit
II. Design
Product Design Process – 7 Stages
Healthcare Product Specifications and Features – I
Healthcare Product Specifications and Features – II (Contd.)
Visual Design Elements – Branding elements
User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design
Introduction to Medical App Development
Quality Engineering and Iterative Design Optimisation; Design for Manufacturing
Computational Tools used in Design and Analysis of Healthcare Products
III. Prototyping
Minimum Viable Products (MVP)
Types of MVP
Prototype Development for Physical and Digital Healthcare Products and Services
Wireframing
Manufacturing Techniques – Additive (3D Printing), Subtractive, Biochemical, Multi-scale
Material Selection for Healthcare Product Prototyping
Role of Robotics and Automation in Prototyping
Prototype Functionalisation using Electronics and Instrumentation; Role of AI/ML
Prototype-to-Product and Mass Production
Medical App Prototyping – Hands-on on Figma
IV. Testing
Usability Testing
Simulated Test Marketing
Beta Testing
Material Testing and Characterisation
Role of AI/ML in Healthcare Product Development and Testing
Ethics – Testing on Animal Models and Human Subjects
Clinical Testing Methods
Regulations and Standards: ISO
V. Sales and Marketing
Branding, Brand Awareness, Consumer Brand Knowledge
Human Behaviour Management
Product-line Decisions (extension, reduction), Product Category Expansion
Pricing Model and Strategy
Segmentation
VI. Commercialisation
Introduction to Business Model Canvas
Funding Requirement and Avenues
Team Building and Collaborations
Intellectual Property and Trademarks
Ethical and Legal Implications in the Healthcare Industry
Market Competition and Creating Barriers to Entry
Deployment and Distribution Strategy
Launching of Start-up: Rules and Steps
Scale-up Model and Sustainable Growth Plan
Healthcare Quality Management

Project(s): Bootstrapped development of one product or service per participant, with a tested deployment, marketing, and go-to-market commercialisation plan. Includes guidance and expertise from leading hospitals and healthcare industry professionals.

Note: This is an indicative list of course topics and is subject to change as per IIT Delhi's discretion.

Programme Insights

Eligibility Criteria & Selection

  • A bachelor’s degree.
  • Prior work experience or a certificate of completion of an internship or project is desirable.
  • Applications will be reviewed based on the eligibility and subsequent shortlisting process as laid down by the Programme Coordinator.

Assessment Criteria

Assignments 40%
Projects 50%
Attendance 10%

Attendance

  • Participants with Grades>60% and Attendance>70% will get completion certificates. Rest of the participants with Grades 60% and Attendance>50% will get participation certificates. No certificates will be issued for participants with below 50% attendance.

Fee Details

Fee Structure

Application Fee
(non-refundable and non-transferable)*

INR 1000/- + GST

Programme Fee
(Excluding Application Fee)

INR 1,30,000/- + GST

Instalment Pattern

Instalment 1:INR 70,000/-+ GST*

(Within 3 days from the release of the offer letter)

Instalment 2:INR 60,000/-+ GST*

(On or before 18th March 2026)

Withdrawal & Refund from Programme

  • Candidates can withdraw within 15 days from the programme start date. A total of 80% of the total fee received will be refunded. However, the applicable tax amount paid will not be refunded on the paid amount.
  • Candidates withdrawing after 15 days from the start of the programme session will not be eligible for any refund.
  • If you wish to withdraw from the programme, you must email cepaccounts@admin.iitd.ac.in and crm.supportiitd@jaro.in, stating your intent to withdraw. The refund, if applicable, will be processed within 30 working days from the date of receiving the withdrawal request.

Easy EMI Options Available*

  • Loan Options is a service offered by Jaro Education. IIT Delhi is not responsible for the same.
  • Payment of fees should be submitted to the IIT Delhi CEP account only. The receipt will be issued by the IIT Delhi CEP accounts team and can be downloaded from the CEP Portal.
  • The application fee of INR 1,000/- plus 18% GST is non-refundable and non-transferable. This fee is in addition to the programme fee and will not be adjusted against the total programme fee.

Learn From the Best

faculty

Prof. Arnab Chanda

Associate Professor

Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi

Programme Coordinator

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Dr. Biswarup Mukherjee

Associate Professor

Center for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi

Programme Coordinator

Hear from our Previous Batch Participant

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"With four years of experience in corporate healthcare and a background in dentistry, I recognized the need to formalize my business knowledge and enhance my strategic skills. The Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship by CEP, IIT Delhi, facilitated by Jaro Education, provided an ideal platform for upskilling while continuing my corporate journey. IIT Delhi's faculty brought immense expertise, making the curriculum's combination of healthcare management and entrepreneurship highly relevant. Key highlights included project and pitch deck preparation, which I regularly use in my role, and analyzing healthcare business models for a deeper understanding of market dynamics. While Jaro Education's programme support was adequate, there's room for improvement in enhancing the interactive experience and alumni network."

Dr. Hetvi Shah

Founder's Office,

TeachSpoon Edtech Pvt. Ltd.

Batch 2

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“Innovation has always inspired my journey as a Biomedical Engineer, and it led me to explore the powerful intersection of technology and healthcare. Joining the Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management at CEP, IIT Delhi became a turning point—strengthening my leadership, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial mindset. Collaborating with an exceptional team on a Health and Wellness project, we were proud to rank among the top three cohorts. I’m grateful to my mentors and team for their support, and I look forward to contributing to meaningful innovation in healthcare.”

Ms. Shreya Kurumpilai

Research Executive

Collateral Medical Pvt. Ltd.

Batch 2

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“Completing IIT Delhi’s Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management has been one of the most meaningful milestones of my professional journey. What began as a step toward understanding healthcare innovation evolved into a deeply transformative experience. I am grateful to the distinguished faculty whose academic rigor sharpened my strategic thinking and to the industry experts who expanded my real-world perspective.
This programme enabled me to translate a personal insight into a structured, scalable healthcare innovation. It provided a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems, business models, regulatory pathways, and technology integration. Most importantly, it has reinforced my purpose—to contribute to impactful, human-centered healthcare innovation that delivers sustainable value.”

Dr. Kavita D Chawla

Healthcare Entrepreneur and Dental Surgeon

Pre-Incubate at IIM Bangalore NSRCEL

Batch 2

Programme Certificate

  • Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Successful Completion upon achieving an aggregate of 60% or more in the evaluation components and maintaining a minimum attendance of 70% in lectures and tutorials at CEP, IIT Delhi.
  • Participants who do not achieve 60% in the evaluation but maintain at least 50% attendance will be eligible for a Participant Certificate.
  • No certificates will be issued to participants with less than 50% attendance.
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  • The above e-certificate is for illustrative purposes only, and the format of the e-certificate may be changed at the discretion of IIT Delhi.
  • The organising department for this programme is the Centre for Biomedical Engineering.
  • Only an e-certificate will be provided, and it will be issued by CEP, IIT Delhi.

FAQs

What is the Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management?
The Executive Programme in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management is a 5-month live online programme by CEP, IIT Delhi. It equips professionals, clinicians, engineers, and entrepreneurs with the skills to conceptualise, design, prototype, test, and commercialise innovative healthcare solutions.
Who should apply for this programme?
This programme is designed for healthcare professionals, clinicians, biomedical engineers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators seeking to develop healthcare products, services, or start-ups.
What are the eligibility criteria?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) from a recognised university. Prior project, internship, or work experience in a relevant field is preferred. A Statement of Purpose (minimum 250 words) is also required.
What is the duration and mode of delivery?
The programme runs for 5 months and is delivered through live online (synchronous) sessions on weekends. It also includes a 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi for hands-on learning and networking.
Who are the faculty members for this programme?
The programme is coordinated by Prof. Arnab Chanda and Prof. Biswarup Mukherjee from the Centre for Biomedical Engineering (CBME), IIT Delhi. Faculty members from IIT Delhi, doctors and healthcare industry experts also contribute.
What does the curriculum cover?
The curriculum spans six modules—Conception, Design, Prototyping, Testing, Sales & Marketing, and Commercialisation—culminating in a Capstone Project where participants develop a prototype and commercialisation plan.
What kind of certification will I receive?
Participants who secure at least 60% aggregate marks and 70% attendance will receive a Certificate of Successful Completion from CEP, IIT Delhi. Those with 50% attendance but less than 60% marks will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Does the programme offer placement assistance or alumni status?
No. The programme does not include placement assistance or confer IIT Delhi alumni status. However, it provides extensive mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to real-world healthcare innovation.