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Diploma in Value Added Products from Fruits & Vegetables | IGNOU
Learn to Create Profitable Agro-Based Products with a Globally Recognized Diploma
The Diploma in Value Added goods from Fruits & Vegetables (DVAPFV) from IGNOU gives students the information and skills they need to process, preserve, and sell fruits and vegetables as high-quality, value-added goods. This program teaches you about many parts of food production, packaging, quality control, and starting your own business. Students who finish this degree can work in the fast-growing food processing and agri-business sector and help make food systems more sustainable.
Our flexible learning strategy makes sure that you can study online and get all the help you need with your schoolwork in the UAE. The diploma is recognised around the world and is a cheap way to start a profession or business in food processing or entrepreneurship.
Type
Degree
Start Date
Mar 31, 2025
Duration
3 Year
Key Program Highlights
- UGC-recognized diploma by IGNOU
- Focus on preservation, processing, and packaging methods
- Hands-on knowledge for food entrepreneurship
- Ideal for students, entrepreneurs, and agribusiness professionals
- Local exam and study support via ECISME UAE
- Flexible hybrid learning (online + practical components)
- Affordable course fee with installment options
ECISME Syllabus
Curriculum Overview
The curriculum covers a lot of different topics that will help you get ready for a successful career in food processing and starting your own business.
The curriculum includes
- Food Fundamentals & Nutrition: Learn the basics of food safety, nutrition, and how to keep food fresh.
- Post-Harvest Management of Fruits & Vegetables: Find out how to store and handle fruits and vegetables after they have been harvested to keep them from going bad.
- Processing Technology of Fruit & Vegetable Products: Learn about the tools and methods used to turn fruits and vegetables into jams, juices, pickles, and other things.
- Food Quality Testing and Evaluation: Find out how to check and test the quality of processed foods to make sure they are safe.
- Food packing and Storage: Learn the science of packing so that processed foods last longer and stay fresh.
- Entrepreneurship and Marketing of Processed Products: Find out how to start your own business, market it, and sell processed goods.
- Project Work / Practical Training: Use what you’ve learnt in real life through projects and hands-on training.
Total Credit Value: 32 Credits
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 (or equivalent) in any stream.
- Suitable For:
- Students
- Professionals
- Small-scale entrepreneurs
- Anyone interested in food processing and agribusiness
- Students
- Language of Instruction: English
- Scholarships Based on Merit – We give scholarships to students based on how well they do in school, so that students who deserve them can continue their education without having to worry about money.
- Scholarships Based on Need – Students who can show they need money can get scholarships, which makes it possible for everyone to go to school.
- Flexible Payment Plans – You can pay for the program in monthly or quarterly payments, which makes it easier to finance and manage.
- Fee Counselling – ECISME helps students with their payments by giving them personalised fee counselling, which makes sure that everything is clear and open.
- Help with paperwork for students in the UAE – ECISME helps UAE-based students with all of their paperwork, making the application process go smoothly.
Upon completing this program, students will gain practical skills in:
- Learning and understanding food safety, nutrition, and preservation techniques
- Processing fruits and vegetables into a variety of value-added products
- Packaging and labeling products according to food industry standards
- Conducting quality checks and understanding shelf-life analysis
- Using effective marketing strategies to promote processed food products
- Setting up small-scale food processing units and running a successful business
ECISME Opportunities
Career Opportunities After DVAPFV
With a Diploma in Value Added Products from Fruits & Vegetables, you can choose from several exciting professional paths:
- Food Processing Technician: You will work in the making and processing of food.
- Agro-Entrepreneur / Startup Founder: Start your own firm that processes food.
- Quality Control Assistant: Make sure that food goods are safe and of good quality.
- Food Packaging and Supply Executive: Manage the logistics and packaging of food.
- Employment in Fruit & Vegetable Export Units: Explore opportunities in the export sector.
- Consultant in Food Preservation Projects: Work with NGOs or government programs to make food preservation systems better.
ECISME Benefits
Benefits of Studying with ECISME
There are several benefits to studying with ECISME, such as:
- Learning support and academic advice in the UAE.
- The IGNOU diploma is recognised all across the world, which makes you more likely to get a job.
- Get help with projects and hands-on learning that will give you real-world experience.
- ECISME helps you coordinate your exams and submissions to make your academic life easier.
- You can meet and network with people who work in the food and agriculture business.
ECISME Asked
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it possible for me to attend this class without a background in science?
Yes, the program is open to students from all backgrounds and doesn’t require any prior science qualifications.
Is the diploma good enough to start a food business?
Yes, the credential gives you the basic information and abilities you need to start and maintain a food processing firm.
What kind of practical activities or projects do you need to do?
The program has hands-on assignments where you will work on projects related to food processing and business simulations.
Does this diploma help people who want to work in export?
Yes, it teaches useful skills for jobs in food export, packaging, and international trade.
How does ECISME help me with my homework and tests?
ECISME offers full academic support, such as helping with exams, giving advice on assignments, and helping with all the logistics.
Is this good for folks who want to get better at speaking Urdu?
The main focus of this course is food processing, not language skills. You might wish to look into other language programs if you’re interested in them.
