IIFT

Activities Faculty MDPs Division

Programmes Offered – MDP Division, IIFT Kolkata

The MDP Division at IIFT Kolkata offers a diverse portfolio of executive training programmes across key management disciplines, tailored to meet the evolving needs of government bodies, public sector enterprises, banks, and corporates.

Our focus areas include:

International Business

Export-import management, foreign trade policy, trade finance, and global business strategy.

Organisational Behaviour

Leadership development, team dynamics, change management, and emotional intelligence.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Strategic CSR planning, impact assessment, and sustainability integration.

International Marketing

Global marketing strategies, brand positioning, digital outreach, and customer engagement in international markets.

Financial Management

Treasury operations, risk management, corporate finance, and banking sector innovations.

Trade and Logistics

International logistics, customs procedures, port operations, and global supply chain efficiency.

Leadership

Strategic leadership, competency enhancement, and building future-ready leaders.

EXIM Procedure & Documentation

Export-import compliance, regulatory frameworks, documentation protocols, and trade facilitation.

West Bengal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (WBSRLM): Retail Selling Skills

This programme focused on equipping rural entrepreneurs and SHG members with essential retail selling techniques to enhance their market presence and boost income generation. The sessions covered customer handling, product presentation, pricing strategies, and communication skills. Interactive role-plays and simulations were used to build confidence and practical understanding. The training was designed to support WBSRLM’s mission of sustainable livelihood promotion through capacity building at the grassroots level.

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC): CSR Impact, Customer Centricity & Competency Enhancement

Enhancing CSR Impact

This programme aimed to strengthen CSR planning and execution by aligning initiatives with measurable social outcomes and sustainability goals. Participants gained insights into stakeholder engagement, CSR impact assessment, and strategic alignment with business values.

Customer Centricity & Competitive Advantage

Designed to instill a customer-first mindset, this programme explored the link between customer experience, service excellence, and long-term business differentiation. Case studies and discussions focused on innovation, responsiveness, and trust-building.

Competency Enhancement

This training addressed leadership, communication, and behavioural competencies needed to improve individual and team effectiveness. It offered tools for self-assessment, goal setting, and performance optimisation across functional roles.

State Bank of India (SBI): Specialised Training Programme for GMs and DGMs

This high-impact, customised programme was designed to address strategic leadership, decision-making, and policy-level challenges faced by senior executives of SBI. It included modules on digital transformation in banking, risk governance, global financial trends, and organisational leadership. Through expert sessions, peer learning, and real-world case studies, the programme supported SBI’s vision of building future-ready leadership for a rapidly evolving financial landscape.