KSRM Organises Management Development Programme for Ambuja Foundation Professionals Four-day programme focuses on project management, leadership and problem-solving for sustainable community development
KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM), organized a four-day Management Development Programme (MDP) on Project Management and Problem-Solving Skills for development professionals of Ambuja Foundation from 24 to 27 September 2026. The programme brought together 27 development professionals with the objective of strengthening their project management, leadership and problem-solving capabilities for effective field-level implementation and sustainable community development.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Mr. Manov Maity, General Manager, Ambuja Foundation. The event was attended by Prof. Sarbeswar Mohanty, Director, KSRM; Prof. Sukumar Dash, Dean, KSRM; Prof. Nirmal Mandal, Programme Coordinator; and Prof. Prasanta Parida, MDP Coordinator.
The programme adopted a practice-oriented approach, combining expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, teamwork, practical exercises and project presentations. It covered key aspects of project management, including project initiation and planning, work breakdown structures, scheduling, budget preparation, project finance and compliance. Participants also explored stakeholder and community engagement, risk management, ethics and values, team building, project monitoring and structured problem-solving techniques.
A key feature of the programme was its emphasis on translating management concepts into practical application. Participants undertook assignments involving the preparation of project charters and budgets, risk assessment, development of monitoring dashboards, root-cause analysis and action planning. These exercises helped strengthen their understanding of the processes required for effective project planning, implementation, monitoring and problem-solving in development settings.
The programme underscored the importance of professional management capabilities in addressing complex field-level challenges. By equipping development professionals with structured approaches to planning, resource management, risk assessment and performance monitoring, the initiative sought to strengthen their ability to implement projects effectively and contribute to sustainable community outcomes.Through such Management Development Programmes, KSRM continues to contribute to capacity building in the development sector, bringing management education closer to the practical requirements of organisations working towards community development.