About IGTC – Indo-German Training Centre

Leadership Perspective

A Message from Our Leadership

On Building Industry-Ready Talent Across Borders

At IGTC, we are guided by a clear conviction: education must remain closely connected to the realities of industry. In a rapidly changing global economy, talent development cannot be limited to classrooms alone — it must be shaped through real-world exposure, cross-cultural understanding and practical engagement with business.

Inspired by the German Dual Education System, IGTC brings together academic learning and hands-on industry experience to prepare professionals who are not only technically capable, but also adaptable and globally minded. This integration of theory and practice enables learners to understand workplace expectations early and contribute meaningfully from the start of their careers.

Backed by the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, IGTC benefits from decades of Indo-German collaboration and strong industry linkages. Our close engagement with companies ensures that programs remain relevant, forward-looking and aligned with evolving business needs.

As industries continue to transform across borders, IGTC remains committed to strengthening the bridge between education and enterprise — developing talent that can perform with confidence, competence and cultural awareness in international environments.

Mr. Jan Noether

Director General

Radhieka R Mehta

Regional Director

Shaping Learning for Today’s Industry

For over three decades, IGTC has been shaped by one powerful idea — that meaningful education happens when industry and academia work together.

Inspired by the German Dual Education System, our programs are built with active participation from industry partners who open their organisations to learners and help shape talent that is professionally capable, industry-ready and culturally attuned to the Indo-German business environment.

As IGTC evolves, our focus remains unchanged: strengthening industry–academia collaboration, deepening global exposure and creating long-term value for learners and organisations alike.

Our Team

The Team That Delivers Our Programs

Behind every IGTC program is a dedicated team that works closely with industry partners, faculty and learners to ensure that learning translates into real-world impact.

With deep experience in program management, industry coordination and learner engagement, the IGTC team plays a critical role in delivering education that is practical, relevant and aligned with the Indo-German business ecosystem.

Pranita Saitawadekar

Manager

Shilpa Herft

Manager

Rucha Umrotkar

Program Coordinator

Bianca Presswala

Manager

Allison Gonsalves

Program Coordinator

IGTC Milestones

Our Journey of Growth and Impact

Since its inception, IGTC has evolved in step with the changing needs of industry and learners. From strengthening industry-linked education to building a strong alumni ecosystem, each milestone reflects our continued commitment to relevance, quality and long-term impact. This timeline highlights key moments in IGTC’s journey — marking how learning, partnerships and engagement have grown over the years.

Formation of the Alumni Catalysts Group to steer Alumni Initiatives

Launch of IGTC Reconnect: Our Exclusive Alumni Mobile App

Launch of 1st All India Executive Business Management Program

IGTC’s highly customized digital dashboard “Access@IGTC” was developed by Autuskey Technology Development Pvt. Ltd., connecting all IGTC stakeholders.

IGTC signed a MoU with DHBW (CAS), Heilbronn for a Master Program in Business Management.

The Indo-German HR Forum launched ‘Horizon Redefined’ – an HR Capability Building Initiative.

IGTC hits a century with 100 students inducted into the PGPBA Batch 2017–2019.

IGTC celebrates its 25th Anniversary, Alumni Reunion and Homecoming.

Based on growing requirements of partnering organisations, IGTC Mumbai doubles capacity to 80 trainees.

IGTC makes a foray into Pune with its One Year EBMP; first batch consists of 46 managers sponsored by 13 organisations.

Sarjak Parekh and Shashank Chandrasekharan are selected for ‘Make-it-in-Germany’ (BMWi).

“Business Environment Germany” – student exchange program hosted by DHBW, Karlsruhe for 26 IGTC students.

Vivek Komath from IGTC is selected as the first “CAReer Trainee” from India by Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd.

1000th trainee Dhanyashree Thykatil graduates and receives a special plaque from H.E. Ambassador Michael Steiner.

The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), Germany awards a Certificate of Recognition to IGTC student Ashwin Jayaraman.

“Business Environment India” – student exchange program hosted for 23 DHBW students.

President Reinhold R. Geilsdörfer and senior representatives of various DHBW campuses visit IGTC.

IGTC participates at the Indo-German Urban Mela with a symposium on “Exploring Infinite Opportunities in German Organisations”.

A customized Executive Business Management Program is launched for 26 managers of Clariant Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd. (repeated in 2013).

Collaboration for student exchange program is formalised with DHBW, Karlsruhe.

BASF Group enhances curriculum with a Seminar Series on Corporate Governance and Business Ethics.

Bayer Group launches merit-based scholarship program “Championing Success”.

Indo-German HR Partner Forum is initiated to collaborate and benchmark best HR practices among organisations.

One-Year Executive Business Management Program is launched.

Goethe Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan alliance for German language scholarship in Germany (Dr. Günter Krüger Award winner).

IGTC Kolkata is inaugurated by H.E. Ambassador Thomas Matussek.

IGTC Bangalore is inaugurated by Otto Kentzler, President, ZDH.

Dr. Martin Wansleben (DIHK) and Dr. Juergen Moellering (DIHK) visit IGTC.

IGTC Chennai is inaugurated by L. S. Ganesh, IIT Chennai.

H.E. Ambassador Heimo Richter presents the first Dr. Günter Krüger Award for Excellence to Jaykumar Waghela.

Dr. Günter Krüger Award for Excellence is instituted.

Program milestones during 1996–2003.

“Menace” / “The Management Rat Race” (Harvard Business Game) is introduced by Siemens Ltd.

H.E. K. S. Rana awards certificates at the Convocation Ceremony of 1st IGTC Batch 1991–1993.

Goethe Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan joins hands with IGTC.

Volker C. Ihle, IGTC Director with the first batch of 22 trainees.

H.E. Dr. H.G. Wieck and H.E. C. Subramaniam light the inaugural lamp.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

When was IGTC established and by whom?

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IGTC was established in 1991 as a division of the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, India's largest bi-national chamber and part of the global AHK network of German Chambers of Commerce across 90 plus countries.

What is the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce and how is it connected to IGTC?

IGCC is the parent organization, established in 1956, with over 4,000 member companies across India and Germany. IGTC operates as IGCC's management training division, which is why IGTC programs carry chamber backing and direct access to its corporate network.

How many students and alumni has IGTC trained over the years?

Over 3,000 students and alumni across more than 35 years of operation, with continued engagement through alumni initiatives and a dedicated alumni mobile app.

Who leads IGTC today?

Mr. Jan Noether serves as Director General and Radhieka R Mehta serves as Regional Director, supported by a program management team handling PGPBA, EBMP and learner engagement directly.

What major milestones has IGTC reached recently?

In 2026, IGTC partnered with DHBW to launch the Indo-German Dual MBA. Earlier milestones include the 2020 launch of the Access@IGTC digital dashboard, built by Autuskey, and the 2019 MoU signed with DHBW Heilbronn for a Master's pathway program.

Where Indo-German Excellence Turns Learning Into Careers

German Learning Meets Real Classrooms in India

1991

Backed by the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC)

Headquartered in Mumbai, IGCC operates across major Indian cities, strengthening business and skill partnerships across borders.

A Message from Our Leadership