Port Blair, Nov 04: In an effort to upgrade the skills of various officials from Central & State Government Departments, Academic Institutions, PSUs, etc., National Productivity Council (NPC) kick started a residential training program on “Project Management & Financial Management” today at Port Blair. Director Industry, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Ajit Anand was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The training is being attended by around 25 participants from different PSUs, Ministries, Academic Institutes, Corporations, and various other centre and state departments.
Director Industry, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Ajit Anand was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Speaking to the participants of the program, Shri Anand gave an overview of the progress made in various sectors of the industry in the islands. He highlighted the upcoming and ongoing major developmental projects like laying of undersea optical fibre cable that is expected to change the business scenario of the islands. He also gave a brief overview of the tourism development in the islands.
Earlier, welcoming the Chief Guest and the participants, Shri Rajesh Sund, Program Coordinator and Director Economic Services NPC gave a brief overview of the mission, objectives and activities of NPC. The training program will conclude on 7th of November, 2019.
Project Management is a professional discipline with a body of knowledge and a specific set of skills and competencies. The world in which organizations operate today is rapidly becoming more complex than ever before. Effective Project Management is essential to achieve project goals and objectives within the time and budget constraints. Proper financial management provides quality fuel and regular service to ensure efficient functioning of an organization’s finance. It helps in making effective use of resources, fulfill commitments to stakeholders, gain competitive advantage and prepare for long-term financial stability to accomplish the financial objectives.
NPC organizes various Residential Training Programs at different locations throughout the country. NPC is a national level organization under Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.