Post-Graduate Certificate Program in Cosmetics & Perfumery

Dates: 10–14 November 2025

Venue: ICT Mumbai Campus

Organized by: Mentogram, Singapore × ICT, Mumbai

Why This Program?

• The Indian cosmetics market is projected to reach USD 21.21 billion by 2030.
• Blends global practices (ISIPCA France, Grasse Institute) with Indian context.
• Learn from ICT professors & leaders from companies like L’Oréal, HUL, Givaudan, Marico, IFF.
• One-week campus immersion with workshops and lab demos.
• Get guidance to start your own cosmetics or perfumery business.

Program Snapshot

• Duration: 5 days (6 hours per day)
• Dates: 10–14 November 2025
• Location: ICT Mumbai campus
• Includes: Welcome kit, lunch & high tea
• Discount: 10% for organizations sponsoring 3+ employees

Curriculum

1. Day 1 & 2 — Cosmetics
   Foundations of Cosmetics: history, global market trends, regulatory standards.
   Formulation Science: raw materials, emulsions, nano-emulsions.
   Hands-on workshops: lipstick, lotion, shampoo, cream.
2. Day 3 & 4 — Perfumery
   Art & Science of Fragrance: classification, extraction techniques, analytical methods.
   Hands-on workshops: smelling sessions, purity testing, create your own fragrance blend.
3. Day 5 — Packaging, Testing & Commercialization
   Packaging innovations, labeling compliance, consumer testing.
   Branding & pricing strategies.
   Capstone Project: Pitch your own cosmetic or fragrance brand concept.

Who Should Apply?

• Professionals in the cosmetics & perfumery value chain
• Distributors and traders
• Brand managers & marketers
• Entrepreneurs & startup founders
• R&D and product development professionals
• QA/QC, regulatory affairs & manufacturing professionals

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in science/engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience
• PhD with 1+ year of relevant experience

Fees (plus 18% GST)

Category	Fee (INR)
Industry Professional	27,000
Non-ICT Student	21,000
ICT Student	12,000

10% discount for organizations sponsoring 3 or more employees.

Certification

Participants will receive a joint certificate from ICT Mumbai & Mentogram College.