NPC is the Nodal Agency in charge of organizing Indian participation in the training programmes, workshops and seminars offered by APO in Member Countries on different subjects related to productivity. NPC also hosts APO programmes in India every year for participants of Member Countries.
APO Awards
| S.No. | Title Of Programme | Venue | Start Date | End Date | NPC Closing Date | Target Participant | Program Details |
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| 1 | APO e-Course on Innovative Entrepreneurship for the Youth 23-IP-04-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 31 May 2024 | Enhance young entrepreneurs’ knowledge of innovative, creative industries and requirements for starting new businesses and present case studies of successful entrepreneurship ventures by the youth. |
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| 2 | APO Productivity Talk 24-RC-04-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 1 January 2024 | 31 December 2024 | Discuss current and emerging trends in productivity and innovation in various economic sectors through digital platforms, share exemplary applications of productivity enhancement tools and techniques, provide insights from APO programs for member economies, and document inspiring productivity success stories/case studies. |
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| 3 | APO e-Course on Circular Economy Implementation and Strategies for the Public Sector 24-CP-44-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 30 November 2024 | Present the core principles and concepts of the circular economy (CE); show how to formulate effective CE strategies tailored to unique sectoral challenges and opportunities; and offer practical insights on integrating CE practices into existing public-sector policies, strategies, and practices |
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| 4 | APO e-Course on Digital Transformation Strategies for the Service Sector 24-CP-21-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 29 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | Learn the requirements for accelerating service delivery and enhancing quality through digitalization; acquire knowledge of digitalization strategies and roadmaps for service organizations; and understand the implications of emerging technologies for service delivery along with legal and technical considerations. |
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| 5 | APO e-Course on Lean Management in the Public Sector 24-CP-41-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 29 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | Explain the principles and best practices of lean management as applied in the public sector, show how lean methodologies and strategies enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the public sector, and give examples of quality improvement processes in public service delivery through lean management applications |
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| 6 | APO e-Course on Managing Disruptive Technologies 24-CP-04-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 29 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | Learn about the utilization of disruptive technologies and their management in the manufacturing sector; understand the value, business models, and areas of disruptive technologies across different sectors; and improve the performance and productivity of manufacuring value chains through effective management in adopting disruptive technologies at the organizational level. |
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| 7 | APO e-Course on Performance Management Systems in the Public Sector 24-CL-12-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 29 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | Acquire basic understanding of emerging concepts, principles, and values of performance management in public-sector organizations; learn about different models and applications of performance management systems in the public sector; and understand effective performance management in practice. |
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| 8 | APO e-Course on Evidence-based Decision-making for Innovation in Public Organizations 24-CP-30-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 30 October 2024 | Understand the principles and concepts of evidence-based decisionmaking for innovation in the public sector; learn how to interpret, evaluate, and analyze data for public policy decision-making; and acquire know-how in assessing evidence-based, informed decisionmaking for innovation in the public sector. |
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| 9 | APO e-Course on Innovative Entrepreneurship for the Youth 23-IP-04-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 31 May 2024 | Enhance young entrepreneurs’ knowledge of innovative, creative industries and requirements for starting new businesses and present case studies of successful entrepreneurship ventures by the youth. |
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| 10 | APO e-Course on Artificial Intelligence in the Public Sector 24-CP-07-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 30 October 2024 | 30 October 2024Understand concepts and applications of Artficial Intelligence (AI) in the public sector; examine the potential benefits and challenges of implementing AI in public-sector organizations; and develop the skills required to identify suitable AI-based solutions for public-sector organizations. |
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| 11 | APO e-Course on Digital Innovation in the Public Sector 24-IP-08-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 29 November 2024 | Learn about digital innovation processes in the public sector; understand the application of digital technologies in enhancing innovation in public service delivery; develop digital skills and capacity building for public-sector employees to drive innovations; and identify barriers to and share insights on the future trends of digital innovations in the public sector. |
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| 12 | APO e-Course on Innovation Management for SMEs 23-IP-14-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 27 December 2024 | Understand the concept and importance of innovation management in SMEs; learn about the ISO 56000 series for innovation management in SMEs; and examine best practices of innovation management |
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| 13 | APO e-Course on SME Digital Transformation 24-CL-04-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 20 December 2024 | Impart knowledge of fundamental productivity tools and techniques that provide foundations for digital transformation; identify steps and strategies for digital upgrading of SMEs; and learn about practical experiences from good practices of SME digital transformation. |
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| 14 | APO e-Course on IoT Applications for SMEs 24-CP-06-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 20 December 2024 | Disseminate fundamental concepts and knowledge of the IoT and how it can assist SMEs in improving their productivity; develop an understanding of how the IoT and using data contribute to SME digital transformation; and encourage the initiation of digital upgrading in SMEs. |
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| 15 | APO e-Course on Integrated Pest and Diseases Management in Rice 24-CP-49-GE-DLN-A |
Digital Learning | 15 November 2024 | Learn about updated integrated pest management (IPM) practices in rice farming; promote unique green control with less pesticide use through effective IPM practices to elevate sustainable rice productivity; and enhance understanding of the impact of IPM and indiscriminate pesticide use on safe food production, environmental hazards, and pest resistance. |
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| S.No. | Title Of Programme | Venue | Start Date | End Date | NPC Closing Date | Target Participant | Program Details |
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| 1 | Workshop on Job Redesign for the Service Sector 24-CL-27-GE-WSP-A |
Face-to-Face(Singapore) | 1 October 2024 | 4 October 2024 | 5 August 2024 | Identify trends in the service sector and evolving workforce demands; discuss policies and strategies for job redesign and workforce upskilling, especially those addressing service providers; and share good practices of job redesign in businesses |
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| 2 | Development of Public-sector Productivity Specialists 24-CP-24-GE-TRC-B |
Face to Face(Philippines,Manila) | 4 November 2024 | 15 November 2024 | 30 August 2024 | Examine the concepts and dimensions of public-sector productivity specialists; introduce issues and challenges confronting the public sector and the urgency of improving its performance; and build the capacity to become public-sector productivity specialists by mastering the required knowledge, skills, and competencies. |
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| 3 | Workshop on Labor–management Relations in the Digital Era 24-CL-31-GE-WSP-A |
Face-to-Face(republic of Korea,Seoul) | 26 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | 19 September 2024 | Examine the current status of and issues in labor–management relations in the digital era in APO members; identify the roles of different stakeholders in promoting harmonious labor–management relations for productivity improvement; and explore the policy implications of digital technologies in promoting labor–management relations. |
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| 4 | Training Course on Work Design for Enhancing Public-sector Productivity 24-CP-26-GE-TRC-A |
Face to Face(Fiji, Suva) | 25 November 2024 | 29 November 2024 | 18 September 2024 | Learn skills to enhance productivity through effective work design strategies; equip participants with practical tools and strategies to enhance productivity through optimized work design; and provide insights into identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in public-sector workflows through effective work design. |
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| 5 | Conference on Organic Agriculture for Biodiversity and Sustainable Development 24-IP-05-GE-CON-A |
Face to Face(Sri Lanka, Colombo) | 12 November 2024 | 13 November 2024 | 13 September 2024 | Understand the linkages among organic agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainability; learn about policies, regulations, and ecosystems to support and enhance biodiversity and sustainability through organic agriculture; and share best practices to explore practical solutions and strategies in APO members. | |
| 6 | Conference on Youth Education and the Future of Work 24-CL-18-GE-CON-A |
Face to Face(Philippines) | 12 November 2024 | 13 November 2024 | 6 September 2024 | Examine future work scenarios shaped by socioeconomic changes and digital transformation; analyze policies and education systems for youth to adapt to evolving job markets; and introduce best practices in APO member economies for further dissemination. |
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| 7 | Multicountry Observational Study Mission on Digital Innovation for SMEs 24-CL-03-GE-OSM-A |
Face to Face(Taipei) | 6 November 2024 | 8 November 2024 | 9 September 2024 | Develop an understanding of the ROC’s strategies for SME digital transformation; identify fundamental steps to initiate and sustain digital transformation and innovation in SMEs; and share good practices for SME innovation enabled by digital technologies and innovation management. |
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| 8 | Workshop on Advancing Gene Editing in the Agrifood Sector 24-IP-13-GE-WSP-A |
Online | 25 September 2024 | 27 September 2024 | 9 September 2024 | Understand gene-editing applications in the agrifood sector; learn from best practices in product design, development, and market introduction; and discuss strategies and actions for advancing gene-editing applications in APO members. |
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| 9 | Training Course on Digital Kaizen for SMEs 24-CP-61-GE-TRC-A |
Face to Face(Tokyo,Japan) | 11 November 2024 | 15 November 2024 | 10 September 2024 | Understand approaches to and methods for digital transformation at enterprise level; build knowledge based on leveraging kaizen techniques to maximize returns on digital interventions; and highlight improvements in productivity, profitability, and employee well-being through applications of digital kaizen. |
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| 10 | Workshop on Capacity Development for Soil Carbon Visualization 24-RC-23-GE-COE-C-JP01 |
Face to Face(Japan, Tsukuba) | 1 October 2024 | 4 October 2024 | 8 August 2024 | Address the pressing need for enhanced visualization techniques in soil carbon management, strengthen the capacity of national resource persons to understand mechanisms of agricultural soil carbon dynamics and quantify the effects of soil carbon management practices, and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively use the Rothamsted Carbon (RothC) model in their regions. |
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| 11 | Workshop on Agribusiness Entrepreneurship for Persons with Disabilities 24-CL-22-GE-WSP-A |
Online | 8 October 2024 | 10 October 2024 | 22 September 2024 | Understand the current opportunities and challenges for persons with disabilities (PWDs) in engaging in agribusiness; learn about policies, models, and innovations that encourage PWDs’ participation in productive agribusinesses; and discuss strategies to disseminate and apply best practices among APO members. |
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| 12 | Workshop on Benchmarking of Agrimechanization Models to Enhance Agricultural Productivity 24-CP-56-GE-WSP-A |
Face to Face(Pakistan, Lahore) | 11 November 2024 | 14 November 2024 | 6 September 2024 | Understand benchmarking models of agricultural mechanization; learn from the best practices; establish sound plans suiting local conditions; and enhance agricultural productivity through appropriate mechanization models. |
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| 13 | Workshop on Productivity Gainsharing for SMEs 24-CL-28-GE-WSP-A |
Face to Face(Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar) | 5 November 2024 | 8 November 2024 | 6 September 2024 | Explore the latest concepts and strategies to enhance productivity gainsharing in SMEs, analyze practical digital approaches to implement and evaluate productivity gainsharing, and develop effective strategies to foster productivity in SMEs |
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| 14 | Workshop on Nutrient-rich Rainfed Crops 24-CP-45-GE-WSP-A |
Online | 18 September 2024 | 20 September 2024 | 3 September 2023 | Understand the importance of nutrient-rich rainfed crops; share the best practices and technologies for productivity improvement; and discuss strategies to mainstream these crops into food systems to help meet the SDGs. |
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| S.No. | Title Of Programme | Venue | Start Date | End Date | NPC Closing Date | Target Participant | Program Details |
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| 1 | Research on Raising Informal-sector Productivity 24-RC-11-GE-RES-A |
Online | 8 July 2024 | 31 December 2024 | 9 September 2024 | Study the effects of the informal sector on productivity in APO member economies, identify trends in and determinants of informal-sector productivity and impacts on national economies, and examine policy interventions to manage the informal sector to improve productivity growth and achieve better socioeconomic outcomes. |
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| 2 | Research on the Women\\'s Empowerment Index in the Agriculture Sector 24-RC-18-GE-RES-A |
Online | 8 July 2024 | 31 December 2024 | 30 August 2024 | Study the roles and involvement of women in the agriculture sector among APO members including productivity performance; identify structural, social, and economic barriers women in the agriculture sector face; and examine ways to increase women’s engagement, contributions, and well-being while promoting gender equality in the agriculture sector. |
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| 3 | APO Productivity Databook and Database 2025 24-RC-14-GE-RES-A |
Online | 18 September 2024 | 20 September 2024 | 9 September 2024 | Develop comprehensive, harmonized productivity accounts for APO members, selected nonmembers in Asia, and reference economies covering 1970–2023; analyze productivity performance of APO members, selected nonmembers in Asia, and reference economies; and project economic growth and labor productivity trends in APO members until 2035. |
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| S.No. | Title Of Programme | Venue | Start Date | End Date | NPC Closing Date | Target Participant | Program Details |
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| 1 | Technical Expert Services (TES) 24-SN-02-GE-TES-C |
Hybrid | 1 January 2024 | 31 December 2024 | Provide tailored support addressing specific productivity improvement needs and assist NPOs and affiliated organizations across economic sectors in upgrading their institutional and technical capacities to enhance productivity. |
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NOMINATION PROCEDURE: All the nominations should be routed through proper channel and as per the attached APO Biodata Form. The nominations received after the last date will not be considered. It is requested to send nominations by e-mail to jittin.kapoor@npcindia.gov.in, isg@npcindia.gov.in and rk.rawat@npcindia.gov.in. All the information pertaining to the nominations will be treated as confidential and classified. The nominated officers may be invited as a faculty in programs on the relevant subject/s, organised by NPC.
FEES and CHARGES :
An Application fee (NON-REFUNDABLE)of Rs. 500/-+ 18% GST for MSME Sector, Trade Unions and NGO and Rs. 1000/-+ 18% GST for others is payable along with the nomination form, for each participant.
IN CASE OF SELECTION BY APO :
NPC will charge Rs. 3,000/-+ 18% GST for MSME Sector, Trade Unions and NGO Rs. 12,000/-+ 18% GST for profit making organizations and Rs. 6,000/- + 18% GST for others per participant is payable towards handling charges and membership fee for the APO Alumni Association of India (AAAI).
The requisite amount can be paid through a demand draft/cheque/ECS drawn in favour of National Productivity Council, New Delhi. In the absence of application fee, the nominations will not be considered. Kindly e-mail the details of the ECS/RTGS/NEFT payment made on isg@npcindia.gov.in. In this regard, the bank account details are attached herewith.In case if an invoice is required by the participant towards the payment of Fee & Charges, a request in this regard may kindly be sent to above email ids well in advance.
