Started by Vision India Foundation in 2015, Policy BootCamp (PBC) is a 15 day premier residential bootcamp focused on India’s public policy & governance, leadership and nation-building. Presently in its 8th edition, the PBC serves as a launchpad for aspiring public leaders and policy enthusiasts in various domains. The PBC has been carefully curated to deliver holistic learning experience and mentorship to #BeAndMake you the future leaders of the nation.
15 Days of Intense Policy Learning
100+ Hours of Intellectual Exploration
30+ Globally Recognised Policy Superstars
25+ Critical Policy Themes (Workshops, Panel Discussion, Electives, Masterclasses)
4 Impact Credits Earning Opportunity
Become a chapter head of the Rashtram Labs to create lasting impactlocally and receive ongoing mentorship.
Earn 4 credits towards your degrees. Interested students will have to take a course assessment.
Be part of an expansive network of over 900 alums who have made a mark in the policy space.
The PBC curriculum has been tailored to help you navigate the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA) world.
Elevate your career and gain mentorship from seasoned policy professionals to carve your path in the space.
Gain access to our alumni group, city meetups, networking dinners, online discussions and exclusive annual retreats.
Delegates will immerse in a 15-day policy adventure at Rishihood University’s expansive Delhi NCR campus. BootCamp is a curated blend of interactive sessions, exhilarating activities, and moments of thoughtful reflection, all set against the backdrop of a vibrant community of exceptional and like-minded individuals from across India.
PBC offers academic credits. Those interested can earn 4-credits towards their degrees. Students who choose to earn credit are supposed to take course assessment.
Previous editions of PBC have featured Public Leaders & Field Experts ranging from powerful cabinet ministers, politicians, senior bureaucrats, big media personalities, premier civil society leaders, and top academicians.
PBC has been tailored to suit the demands of the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA) policy world. Through our industry ready curriculum you will be introduced to topics and subjects which will prepare you for a career in the Policy and Governance space.
Unlock a world of big opportunities with the BootCamp, where Placement Assistance is seamlessly woven into the curriculum. Elevate your career trajectory as we mentor delegates towards top positions in renowned Think Tanks, esteemed Government Organizations, and prestigious consultancy firms including the big 4 ensuring unparalleled access to influential career pathways.
After you graduate as a delegate, you become part of our premier alumni group, giving you access to official city meetups, networking dinners, online discussions and annual alumni retreat. You can also be a part of Rashtram Labs and create long lasting impact in your city, attend our exclusive classes, and receive ongoing mentorship and guidance as you navigate the policy space.
Get exposed to global policy insights, frameworks and best practices delivered by global thought-leaders.
Expand your domain knowledge in policy, politics, international affairs, technology etc via capsule-sized keynote masterclasses.
Strengthen your understanding of Bharat by gaining deeper insights from the grassroot leaders.
Develop 21st century skills through discussions and policy modelling sessions to help you thrive in a VUCA world.
Grow out of binary worldviews and earn your right to an opinion on complex policy issues.
Develop an interdisciplinary approach in life by understanding the interplay of various professional areas in the policy domain.
A “Certificate of Completion” will be given to all delegates provided that they have attended at least 80% of the sessions. In addition, participants opting for the impact credit-based module will receive a grade card issued by Rishihood University {established as per Section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956}, indicating overall credits earned, along with the participant’s name, the course based upon which crediting is done, and a grade received on a scale of A+ to F
Unleash the grandeur of knowledge in our masterclass, a hallmark of our premier policy program. Navigate the intricacies of statecraft, diplomacy, and public policy under the guidance of the foremost experts in contemporary administration, polity, and academia.
Gain a thorough understanding of core policy subjects with electives, developing intuitive domain expertise and deepened understanding of the state and civic systems.
Learn how to operate within a layered socio-economic and political matrix through hands-on policy formulation workshops thus gaining an edge in your career.
Listen to the visionary thought-leaders discuss and debate the plurality of views and how to find legitimacy in public approval in a politically-charged environment.
All work and no play makes the Policy BootCamp experience dull! Thus, in order to have a fun-filled learning experience, the BootCamp also incorporates recreational retreats aimed at giving delegates the much needed break. Our retreats will help the delegates to make life-long friends and build mentorship networks.
who want to develop an understanding of the public policy landscape.
who want to chart out an impactful career.
Who want to explore and enter the policy world.
Who wish to hone their skills in specific areas.
Interested in pursuing higher studies (Masters/PhD) in a policy area.
Who wish to learn about Indic policy framework and contemporary issues.
Who wants to explore and understand policy domain.
Interested candidates should submit an online application by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on the Policy BootCamp webpage or by scanning the QR Code.
Application shall be reviewed and the selection communication will be sent within 7 working days of application submission.
Selected candidates will have to pay the programme fee within 5 working days of receiving the confirmation email.
Admissions will be based on a first-come-first-serve basis until the maximum intake.
15 days of fun learning experience at the BootCamp
