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ATAL FDP Thiagarajar School of Management
The ATAL FDP Thiagarajar School of Management is a six-day offline training program scheduled from 17 August 2026 to 22 August 2026. Sponsored by the AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy, this comprehensive professional development program is titled “Digital Green Shift: Revolutionizing Circular & Green Economy”. Organized by the Thiagarajar School of Management (TSM) in Madurai, the initiative explores the convergence of digital technologies—such as IoT, blockchain, AI, and big data analytics—with sustainable practices to optimize resource usage and promote sustainable business models.
Programme Highlights
| Organising Body | Mode | Duration | Location |
| Thiagarajar School of Management (TSM) | Offline | 6 Days (17-22 August 2026) | Madurai, Tamil Nadu |
About the Programme
The primary goal of this ATAL FDP is to equip educators, researchers, and industry professionals with the knowledge to harness digital innovations for sustainable development. The curriculum delves into circular economy concepts, reverse logistics, and carbon-smart supply chains. Participants will redesign curricula by incorporating digital-green strategies and SDG-aligned pedagogy, while also exploring solutions for India’s net-zero goals. The program provides a platform for sharing best practices and includes a designated industry visit.
Established in 1962, Thiagarajar School of Management (TSM) is a renowned institution offering AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited MBA and PGDM programs. Granted autonomous status by UGC and Madurai Kamaraj University, TSM emphasizes practical training and industry connections to equip students with the skills needed to excel in their careers.
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Qualification
- Faculty members from AICTE-approved colleges are eligible to apply.
- Ph.D. Scholars and Postgraduate (PG) Students qualify for participation.
- Experience & Other Conditions
- Industry personnel seeking knowledge on sustainable business models are encouraged to attend.
- The intake is strictly limited to exactly 50 participants.
- All participants require a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their institute to register.
Benefits & Funding
| Component | Amount or Detail |
| Registration Fee | There is no registration fee to attend the programme. |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | A lump sum of Rs. 1600 is provided to external participants who maintain 90% attendance and travel more than 20 kilometres one way. |
| Hospitality | A working lunch and refreshments will be provided by the institution; however, no Dearness Allowance will be paid. |
Topics / Themes Covered
- Foundations of circular business models intersecting with the digital green shift.
- Circular Economy 2.0: focusing on data-driven resource loops and reverse logistics.
- Digital platforms designed for zero-waste cities and integrated industrial ecosystems.
- Applications of AI and IoT for building carbon-smart supply chains and circular manufacturing.
- Managing policy-tech integration: aligning green regulations with circular economy implementation.
- Digital twins utilized for sustainable urban metabolism and accurate resource mapping.
- Green finance and carbon accounting as essential management tools for circular enterprises.
- Data-driven megacity planning explicitly targeting low-carbon and circular infrastructure.
- Industry 4.0 circular transformation applied to corporate supply chains.
- Industry visit integrated with SDG pedagogy to embed circular sustainability in course design.
Selection Process & Certification
- The organizers will issue an E-Certificate via the ATAL Academy based on a Continuous Comprehensive Assessment.
- Participants must achieve an overall score of 70% across multiple assessment components to receive the certificate.
- The evaluation comprises maintaining a minimum of 80% attendance (20% weightage).
- An individual assessment, using a combination of MCQs or reasoning-based questions, carries a 10% weightage.
- Teams must submit a 2-page article summary contributing to a 30% weightage.
- Evaluators grade individual teaching practice sessions for a 15% weightage.
- Teams must compile a report on the industrial visit, carrying a 10% weightage.
- Participants must submit an individual reflective journal during the last session for the remaining 15% weightage.
How to Apply
- Secure a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current institute.
- Navigate to the official AICTE ATAL registration portal at Click Here.
- Create an account or log in, and register your profile with accurate academic details.
- Submit your complete application for the TSM program before the 50 available seats are filled.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Programme Start Date | 17-08-2026 |
| Programme End Date | 22-08-2026 |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download FDP Brochure | Download |
| Download FDP Schedule | Download |
| Official Website | www.tsm.ac.in |
Contact Details
- Coordinator: Dr. K. Mathiyazhagan (Professor & Head of Research Centre)
- Mobile: 9698239312
- Email: kmathiyazhagan@tsm.ac.in
- Co-Coordinator: Dr. Senthil V (Associate Professor) | senthil@tsm.ac.in
- Venue: Thiagarajar School of Management (TSM), Pamban Swamy Nagar, Thiruparankundram, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625 005
FAQs
Q1: Who is eligible to participate in the ATAL FDP at Thiagarajar School of Management?
A1: Faculty from AICTE-approved colleges, Ph.D. Scholars, PG Students, and industry personnel are eligible to apply.
Q2: How many participants will be selected for this program?
A2: The organizing committee restricts the total intake to exactly 50 participants.
Q3: Will travel allowances be provided to participants?
A3: Yes, a lump sum of Rs. 1600 is provided to external participants who travel over 20 kilometers one way and maintain a 90% attendance rate.
Q4: Do I need any specific documents to complete the online registration?
A4: Yes, participants require a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their institute to register for the FDP.
Q5: What are the specific requirements to obtain the final certificate?
A5: Participants must undergo a Continuous Comprehensive Assessment and achieve an overall score of 70%, which includes attendance, an assessment test, an article summary, a teaching practice session, an industrial visit report, and a reflective journal.