The strength and mettle of an institute is defined by its alumni network and their success. Their achievements bring glory to their alma mater. The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has become such a formidable name in the field of higher education, thanks to the glorious achievements of its alumni spread across the world, a testimony to the excellent foundation IIFT provides its students. 

• IIFT boasts of a stellar legacy of over 55 years, graduating alumni from 1964 till date.

• Over 50,000 illustrious alumni have graduated from IIFT.

• IIFT Alumni work in different leadership profiles in over 30 countries.

• IIFT Alumni organise frequent meet-ups in over 12 places across the world, such as United States of America, Europe, Singapore, United Kingdom, Dubai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

The IIFT Alumni occupy high profile roles and positions in reputed organisations across the world. They excel in their chosen fields and bring laurels to their alma mater. Some prominent names from IIFT who have done justice to the brand name of IIFT are:

• Mr. Vikas Mittal, graduate of IIFT 1994 batch, was recently appointed as the Managing Director (Middle East and North Africa) at Bacardi. 

• Mr. Rishi Pardal, an IIFT graduate 1996 batch, is serving as the CEO and MD (Designate), United Breweries Limited. 

• Mr. Krishan Mishra, an IIFT almnus 20211-2013 batch, Head of North and East India for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants was recently conferred with the recognition of “Top 100 Global Leaders in Education” in Dubai, for his stellar contribution to the field of education. 

• Mr. Sulabh Vij, alumnus of IIFT batch of 2013, has a rich experience working in prestigious brands like Grofers, Vodafone, and Britannia. He was recently awarded as “The Economic Times Young Leaders 2019”.

The above examples offer a glimpse into the quality of education IIFT provides its students. It nurtures leadership skills in its students and provides them ample exposure and opportunities, as a result of which they are industry-ready and are trusted with leadership roles by their organisations. 

IIFT has instituted a separate division in June 2018 named ‘Division of Alumni Affairs’ to foster a lifelong bond with the alumni and also provide its students an opportunity to connect with the alumni of the institute. The Division of Alumni Affairs strengthens the relationship between the alumni and their alma mater:

• Engages over 50000 alumni spread across the world in more than 30 countries. 

• Organises Alumni Sessions through Guest Lectures and Career Mentorship Programs.

• Facilitates inputs from the alumni to enable the further growth and success of IIFT.

• Facilitates strong connect with the alumni through City Chapter Meets and Reunions. 

• Organises the Grand Alumni Reunion in the month of November to bring the alumni back to their alma mater and enable more networking. 

• Publishes the quarterly magazine, ‘Aluminati’.

• Hosts Alumni for interviews through ‘Tarang’, the Alumni video podcast series.

• Maintains and updates alumni database and the official social media handles.

In addition to this, the alumni website- http://alumni.iift.edu/ serves as a platform for the alumni to stay updated on the campus news, new opportunities, alumni events and so on. The Entrepreneurship Mentor-Mentee Program connects the alumni with the students in a unique endeavour to share knowledge and experiences and strengthen the legacy.  

IIFT Alumni continue to contribute to the society and inspire their juniors in the campus. Their professional achievements, laurels, as well as their conduct, adds to the reputation of IIFT and cements its position as a premier institute of management. 

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