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The 6-month Postgraduate Diploma program in Temple Management will help build advanced skills for effective temple ecosystem management. The eligibility criteria require applicants to be graduates from a recognised university. After the monumental success of the International Temples Convention & Expo (ITCX), Temple Connect has launched the country’s first-ever Postgraduate Diploma program in Temple Management. This six-month course aims to professionalise temple operations covering technology, sustainability, and inclusivity. It will equip participants with the essential skills to manage temple ecosystems with modern expertise and strategic foresight. The inaugural batches of this innovative course commenced at the University of Mumbai and Welingkar Institute with further rollouts planned at Savitribai Phule Pune University. The comprehensive program is designed with a robust curriculum – three months of intensive classroom training, consisting of over 20 sessions, followed by another three-month hands-on internship at various renowned temples. The faculty consists of seasoned professionals from all of whom have substantial practical experience in temple operations.  In the current format, courses are delivered in person and through internships, with 30 student batches per university or institute. The program provides students with a unique opportunity to have practical exposure to temple management, from administrative duties to community engagement and spiritual stewardship. The criteria for admission require that applicants be graduates from a recognised university. Candidates must either have a strong background in temple administration, be closely associated with or seek practical experience through internships in various existing temples. This diploma course is the culmination of a collaborative effort by a committee of eminent minds who have extensive experience in various aspects of temple management. Chaired by Dr. Suresh Haware, former Chairman, Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, a renowned nuclear …

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