Qualified Gem Professional (QGP)
A three-level diploma in gemology and the jewellery trade — from gemstone fundamentals through advanced testing, origin determination, and market practice.
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Pay over time.
Indicative only — actual rates depend on the EMI partner. Counsellor confirms on call.
Monthly EMI
₹ 10,760
Total payable
₹ 1,59,080
At ~14% p.a. reducing balance · fee base ₹ 1,49,800
Apply for Qualified Gem Professional (QGP)
The QGP program is a rigorously structured, three-level diploma certification designed to provide comprehensive theoretical knowledge and industry-relevant practical skills in gemology and the jewellery sector. Participants gain a strong foundational understanding of gemstones — including their history, properties, and characteristics — and learn key aspects of buying and selling gemstones, from sourcing and mining insights to market practices. The curriculum is systematically sequenced from foundational principles to advanced professional competencies, ensuring applied mastery and alignment with current industry standards. Certificates are awarded after the completion of each level, and a diploma certificate is conferred upon successful completion of all three levels.
Who it's for
- — Aspiring jewellery students
- — Working jewellery professionals
- — Gemstone and jewellery enthusiasts
- — Entrepreneurs and retailers
- — Global career aspirants
Curriculum
Three levels, built around the bench.
Level 1
5 days · 3 hours/day
Hybrid (Online + Offline)
₹14,900 + GST
Level 1 — Gemology Basic Course
Foundational knowledge of gemstones, diamonds, and the jewellery trade — covering history, properties, certification, and market practice.
What You Will Learn
- Gemstone Knowledge: Names, shapes, colours, and images of popular gemstones; pearls and their types; rare and antique gemstones.
- History & Significance: Cultural, historical, and astrological importance of natural gemstones in jewellery.
- Properties & Handling: Chemical and physical properties, proper care, storage, and handling techniques.
- Mining & Processing: Mining, cutting, polishing, carving, and other production processes.
- Certification & Valuation: Certification standards, value assessment, and market pricing strategies.
- Market & Trade Skills: Techniques for selling gemstones, supplier insights, trade terminology, and buying secrets.
- Identification Skills: Spotting common imitations, synthetics, and antique or rare stones.
- Diamond Knowledge (Dedicated Day): In-depth study of diamonds including types, cuts, grading (4 Cs), sourcing, pricing, and market insights.
- Special Topics: Extra-terrestrial gems, meteorites, and world-famous historic gemstones.
Programme Outcome
Learners will gain comprehensive knowledge of gemstones, pearls, and diamonds — including their properties, history, and significance — and be able to identify, assess, and handle rare, antique, and synthetic stones. They will combine theoretical insights with practical skills in mining, cutting, certification, and jewellery trade to excel in professional gemology.
Level 2
7 days · 5 hours/day
Offline (Practical-oriented)
₹44,900 + GST
Level 2 — Gemology Intermediate Course
Hands-on with gemological instruments. Analyse optical and chemical properties; identify synthetic, rare, antique, and phenomenal stones with precision.
What You Will Learn
- Gemological Instruments & Testing: Using advanced instruments to determine the optical and chemical properties of gemstones and diamonds.
- Inclusion Analysis: Studying inclusions in gemstones and diamonds using specialised equipment for accurate identification.
- Synthetic & Real Diamond Identification: Identifying synthetic gemstones, CVD diamonds, moissanite, cubic zirconia, and natural diamonds.
- Gemstone Groups & Varieties: Testing Sapphire, Beryl, Quartz, Tourmaline, Topaz, and other groups; understanding phenomenal gems such as Cat's Eye, Star stones, and colour-change gems.
- Rare & Antique Gemstones: Identifying rare gemstones, Alexandrites, and antique gemstones used in vintage jewellery.
- Microscopic Gemology: Exploring the microscopic world of gemstones with reference to Edward Gübelin's Photo Atlas.
- Professional Handling: Techniques for handling small gemstones and diamonds, including counting, weighing, packaging, and care.
- Weight Estimation: Estimating the weight of gemstones and diamonds set in jewellery accurately.
- Expert Insights: Secrets of gemstones and diamonds from trainers with over 35 years of experience.
- Cutting & Shapes: Understanding possibilities of customised gemstone cutting and diamond shapes.
Programme Outcome
Learners will accurately analyse gemstones and diamonds using gemological instruments, identify synthetic, rare, antique, and phenomenal stones, and handle, weigh, and package them professionally. They will also estimate the weight of set stones, gaining advanced practical skills for precise gem identification and professional gemology practice.
Level 3
15 days · 5 hours/day
Offline (Practical-oriented)
₹90,000 + GST
Level 3 — Gemology Advanced Course
Advanced practical skills aligned with the Indian gem and jewellery market — treatment identification, origin determination, and professional trade practice at laboratory grade.
What You Will Learn
- Gemological Instruments & Testing: Using advanced lab instruments common in Indian and international gem markets.
- Treatment Identification & Disclosure: Heat, diffusion, fracture filling, impregnation, irradiation, and coating treatments — with clarity on trade-accepted practices.
- Inclusion Analysis & Origin Determination: Advanced microscopy with reference to Edward Gübelin and GIA standards for origin analysis.
- Natural & Synthetic Gemstone Identification: Flux-grown, hydrothermal, CVD, HPHT, and other synthetics encountered in Indian markets.
- Geographic Origin Knowledge: Origin characteristics of Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Alexandrites, Spinels, and Tourmalines.
- High-Value & Rare Gemstones: Alexandrite, Paraiba Tourmaline, and Kashmir, Burma, and Ceylon sapphires.
- Phenomenal & Colour-Change Gemstones: Colour-change effects, star stones, cat's eye, and other optical phenomena valued in Indian jewellery.
- Historic & Antique Gemstones: Understanding heritage gemstones used in traditional and vintage Indian jewellery styles.
- Professional Handling & Trade Practices: Correct handling, weighing, storage, packaging, ethical sourcing, and disclosure norms.
- Weight Estimation & Valuation Basics: Estimating gemstone weight in settings and understanding basic valuation principles.
- Practical Market Exposure: Hands-on learning through reference stones, case studies, and trade simulations reflecting Indian market scenarios.
Programme Outcome
Graduates will be equipped to identify, analyse, and accurately report on high-value gemstones using laboratory-grade instruments and internationally recognised standards. They will be fully prepared for professional roles in gem trading, retail, valuation, and export markets.
Admissions
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