News: YBRANT Programme was launched by IICA and WNS Global Services on 11th November 2025 to prepare students for leadership roles.
About YBRANT Programme
- Launched by: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and WNS Global Services jointly launched the IICA–WNS YBRANT CSR, ESG & Sustainability Programme
- Aim: To prepare students for leadership roles that align business performance with positive social and environmental impact.
- It focuses on integrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and sustainability into mainstream management education.
- Purpose: The YBRANT Programme seeks to nurture a new generation of socially responsible and sustainability-driven leaders in India.
- It encourages future business leaders to view business not merely as a means for profit, but as a force for sustainable and inclusive development.
- The initiative promotes the idea of responsible business conduct that balances profitability with social and environmental well-being.
- Programme Structure: The programme runs for a duration of six months.
- It includes 22.5 hours of academic sessions and 18 hours of fieldwork.
- The curriculum consists of 15 comprehensive modules covering key topics such as: Basics of CSR and Sustainability, Global CSR Trends, Indian CSR Laws and Regulations , ESG Reporting and Impact Assessment and Corporate Governance and Responsible Leadership.
- The learning experience is designed as a blended model, combining academic instruction with practical exposure and industry insights.
- Participants will attend weekly live sessions conducted by IICA faculty members and industry experts.
- All course content and activities are hosted on IICA’s online Learning Management System (LMS), making the programme accessible from anywhere in India or abroad.
- Certification and Digital Credentials
- Upon completion, participants will receive a digital certificate issued through IICA’s digital credential system.
- The certification is verifiable through QR code, DigiLocker and can be shared on LinkedIn to enhance professional visibility.
