Program Director (Public Health)
Dr. Hasan Orooj
Former DG Health (Islamabad Region). Specializes in Public Health, Health Management, CBDRM, Environmental Health & Safety, Infection Prevention & Leadership.
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Executive Development · Public Health
Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention Control (IPC) - AMR Stewardship
(joint venture of Greenwich University & Global Health Equity Forum)
Postgraduate DiplomaCareer focusedPostgraduate
Become a health care leader in IPC - AMR and Public Health
Admissions Now Open For Fall 2026–27. Last Date to Apply: 10 September 2026. Master the frontline defense against infections and antimicrobial resistance with Pakistan’s premier Post Graduate Diploma. Secure your Future and Protect Others
1 Year
Duration
21
Credit hours
6
Modules
Fall 2026–27
Intake
Overview
Program Overview
A prestigious one-year diploma by Greenwich University Karachi, based on international & WHO guidelines. Trainers include those from renowned national & international universities. Guest Speaker session invites representatives from organizations from US, UK, Switzerland, Denmark, and Cairo. This unique program equips health professionals to establish, practice and lead infection prevention, antimicrobial resistance programs, and manage future pandemics.
Become a healthcare leader in IPC - AMR and Public Health. Build capacity in: Epidemic Mitigation, Research, Patient Safety & QA, and Academic Report Writing.
The diploma develops both comprehensive theoretical knowledge and provides hands-on training and field exposure.
A joint venture of Greenwich University & the Global Health Equity Forum (GHEF).
Leadership
Program Director
Highlights
Program Highlights / Why Choose Our Program
IPC - AMR Merged Diploma (integrated curriculum)
The diploma will be applied for accreditation or affiliation with a UK based University subject to approval
Full fills national and international requirements
Flexible Format: 80% online, 20% practical trainings, hospital visits, projects, 21 Credit hours Porgramm
International guest speakers / global exposure (Switzerland, Denmark, Cairo, UK, USA, WHO)
Hands-on: Research project & real-world assignments
HEC-accredited Diploma; foreign-qualified trained faculty
Interactive session modality; modern teaching methods
Pragmatic and conceptual education
Career counselling / guidance for advancement
Postgraduate Program Implementation Support System
Why this diploma
Why You Should Do This Diploma
- A highly esteemed postgraduate qualification.
- Critical care, Medical & Surgical and public health issues
- Diploma recognized by HEC and Gulf countries
- High impact factor in health care industry
- High national and international demand
- Massive career growth
- The only one of its kind: IPC - AMR in a single credential program
- Learn from the world’s best facilitators without leaving the country
- Designed for working professionals
- More than theory — execute real-world projects and build capacity in research, report writing, leadership, good governance, and conflict management.
Curriculum
Programme structure
Explore the modules across the programme year. Expand a section to view the full module list.
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IPC - AMR 2025-26 | Global Health Equity Forum (GHEF)
MODULE THEMES
| Module | Theme / Topic | Sessions | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
Module 1 | Basic Microbiology and Epidemiology for Infection Control | 8 – 10 Sessions | November – December 2025 |
Module 2 | Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) and Prevention Strategies | 8 – 10 Sessions | January 2026 – February |
Module 3 | Infection Control Policies and Protocols and Patient Safety | 8 – 10 Sessions | March – April |
Module 4 | Outbreak Management and Response | 8 – 10 Sessions | May – June |
Module 5 | Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance Management | 8 – 10 Sessions | July – August |
Module 6 | Leadership and Strategic Planning in Infection Control and AMR | 8 – 10 Sessions | September – October |
One Module is usually 4–6 weeks Duration. There is a break after each Module. Hands on trainings will be in June and September. The above schedule is subject to change. Public Holidays will be applied.
SESSIONS: One and half hour duration. Every Saturday (4 pm – 5.30 pm), Sunday (2 pm – 3.30 pm).
Admissions
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor of Science or its equivalent degree
Preferably one to two (02) years of professional/postgraduate experience with valid registration.
Open to
- Doctors & Healthcare Professionals
- Health Administrators & Critical Care Staff
- Nurses, Pharmacists & Infection Control Officers
- ICU Nurses, Microbiologists, Nutritionists
- Biomedical Engineers, OT Technicians, CSSD Staff
- Other recognized healthcare professionals
Faculty
International Guest Speakers (Past & Present)
Learn directly from globally recognised experts across WHO, leading universities and health institutions.
Dr. Natalia Molodecky
Consultant, World Health Organization Geneva (WHO-Geneva)
PhD, Infectious Disease Epidemiology (Imperial College London).
Ms. Ana Paula Coutinho Rehse
Technical Officer, Infection Prevention & Control · WHO-Europe
Infectious Hazard Waste Management, Health Emergencies Programme, WHO Regional Office for Europe.
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Dr. Mumtaz Khan
Chief of Public Health · Chief CDC – NIH
National Institute of Health (NIH), Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination (M/o NHSRC), Pakistan (CDC-NIH).
Prof. Dr. Rafique Khanani
President, Infectious Control Disease Society of Pakistan
Dean, Baqai University Karachi (BUK-PAK).
Iman Heweidy
Technical Officer, Infection Prevention & Control · WHO-EMRO
World Health Organization – Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (WHO-EMRO).
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Dr. Hasan Miraj
Neuro-Psychiatrist · Medical Director, StressCare of New Jersey
Attending Psychiatrist – Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, USA (United States).
Fees
Fees
Rs. 145,000/- for the entire course, payable in 4 installments
Installment plan
- 1st installmentRs. 37,000/-
- 2nd installmentRs. 37,000/-
- 3rd installmentRs. 37,000/-
- 4th installmentRs. 34,000/-
TotalRs. 145,000/-
Ready to begin?
Apply for Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention Control (IPC) - AMR Stewardship. Fall 2026–27. A simple, guided online application that takes under a minute.