Consultancy Development Centre [CDC]

Consultancy Development Centre (CDC) is an autonomous institution promoted by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India since 1986. CDC’s main objective is to promote and develop the consultancy profession in the country and abroad.

CDC has made significant strides in emphasizing the need for effective use of consultancy in various departments. Consolidating its position as a Centre for promoting consultancy, CDC offers a vast range of services to consultants-augmenting skills, creating a platform for interaction, disseminating valuable information, enhancing business opportunities etc.

Mission 

To be the National nodal point for the development and promotion of consultancy.

Objective 

To strengthen consultancy capabilities and promote services, enhance consultant-client interaction and act as a policy facilitator.

Highlights of Activities

• Registration/ Membership scheme

• Database and information services of consultants

• Information dissemination on Consultancy Business Opportunities

• Training programs and facilitation projects on ISO 9000/ 14000 Series Certification/ NABL accreditation

• Study assignments & contact programs

• MS Degree program on Consultancy Management

• Interaction Meets/ Seminars/ Workshops

• National Awards for excellence in Consultancy services

• Annual Consultancy Congress

• Financial assistance scheme for CDC members

• International linkages through TCDPAP, a UN-ESCAP sponsored program

• Publications