About the Programme
Development in the international marketing on the one hand and the consequential impact of the same on India’s domestic market on the other, call for a professional approach and sensitivity to international business environment. The MBA (International Business) is a foundational course for developing a competent cadre of business executives to meet the country’s growing requirements for training personnel in the field of international management. MBA (IB) is a six trimester general management programme with a focus on international business. The programme aims at providing a comprehensive coverage incorporating all the important areas and disciplines relevant to international business activities. The syllabi for MBA (IB) compares favorably with the syllabi of some of the world’s best International Business Schools.
MBA (IB) 2026-28
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Port Visit
The port visit facilitated by the Institute covering organizations and institutions connected with international business promotion and facilitation is intended to provide the students with an opportunity to get insight into the operational aspects of these organizations.
This is an integral part of the Programme. The port visit and the report carry 3 credits. The student should prepare a report and submit the report in prescribed format. Failure to adhere to the field visit schedule would automatically result in “F” grade in the Port visit evaluation and elimination from the programme.
Summer Internship Project (SIP)
During the first year, the students would undertake a Summer Internship in a firm as allotted to each candidate following the due process by Corporate Relations and Career Advancement Division (CRCA Division).
The students should submit a report after successful completion of the Internship which will be evaluated. The Summer Internship Report carries 3 credits. The final grade in the Summer Internship Report will be based on the grade awarded by the firm and viva-voce conducted by an approved panel in the Institute. The student will be graded ‘F’ if a report is not submitted at the time of viva-voce.
Social Awareness Programme (SAP)
As part of the MBA curriculum every student should take up an assignment with an NGO which should be for a period of 10-20 days. Students are free to select the NGO as per their choice. Students have to provide the details of the NGO to the Programme Office with the authorization letter of the NGO. After getting approval of the Head (GSM) and Centre Head (for off-campuses), students can start work with the concerned NGO. During the attachment, the students would be allotted beneficial assignments to exhibit their managerial talents by the respective NGOs. Sometimes volunteering field work is also part of this assignment. Generally, this activity is completed during the 3rd trimester.
A report based on the attachment duly endorsed by the NGO should be prepared by the students and submitted to the Programme Office within the stipulated time. A panel/s of NGO representatives duly approved by the Head (GSM) and the Centre Head (for off-campuses) will conduct the viva on the report and will submit their marks. The marks awarded by the panel will be binding. Any failure in the Viva will disqualify the student from getting the degree. The students should ensure that the NGO attachment does not impediment their other academic responsibilities and commitments.
Course Structure
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of Management | 1 |
| 2 | Psychology for Managers | 1 |
| 3 | Managerial Communication | 2 |
| 4 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| 5 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| 6 | Accounting for Managers | 4 |
| 7 | Economic Theory (Micro and Macroeconomics) | 4 |
| 8 | Marketing Management | 3 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 21 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Trade Operations & Documentation | 4 |
| 2 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| 3 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| 4 | International Economics | 3 |
| 5 | International Marketing Management | 3 |
| 6 | Organizational Behavior | 2 |
| 7 | Foreign Language | 3 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 21 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Human Resources Management | 2 |
| 2 | Strategic Management | 2 |
| 3 | IT Applications in Management | 3 |
| 4 | Operations Research | 2 |
| 5 | International Financial Management | 2 |
| 6 | Economic Environment | 2 |
| 7 | Operations Management | 2 |
| 8 | Comprehensive Viva | 3 |
| 9 | Social Awareness Programme (SAP) | 3 |
| Total | 21 | |
| 10 | Electives (3) | 6 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 21 + 6 = 27 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Trade Logistics & Sourcing | 3 |
| 2 | International Business Strategy | 2 |
| 3 | Supply Chain Management | 2 |
| 4 | Port Visit | 3 |
| 5 | Summer Internship Project (SIP) | 3 |
| 6 | Electives (6) | 12 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 13 + 12 = 25 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corporate Ethics and Governance | 2 |
| 2 | Comprehensive Viva | 3 |
| 3 | Electives (6) | 12 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 5 + 12 = 17 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Project | 3 |
| 2 | Electives (3) | 6 |
| Total (Trimester-wise) | 3 + 6 = 9 | |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Total Core Courses | 63 |
| 2 | Electives (18x2) | 36 |
| 3 | Foreign Language (French / Spanish) | 03 |
| 4 | Others (Comprehensive viva (2), SAP, SIP, Port Visit, Research Project) | 18 |
| TOTAL (I+II+III+IV+V+VI) | 120 | |
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MBA (IB) is a six trimester general management programme with a focus on international business.
- Provides training, research, and advisory support on trade policy, multilateral negotiations, and WTO-related legal and economic issues.
- Established by the Department of Commerce, Government of India.
- Plays a vital role in shaping India’s position in international trade negotiations.
- MBA (IB) students often get exposure to live trade policy research projects and internships.
- Organises WTO simulation exercises and policy roundtables.
- Full-time, 2-year residential program divided into six trimesters.
- Includes core courses (economics, marketing, HR, finance, operations) and specialization in international business domains — such as trade policy, global strategy, export management, and cross-cultural leadership.
- Students also complete a summer internship and a research dissertation/project in their final trimester.
- IIFT is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
- IIFT has been awarded a grade of “A+” by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
- IIFT is a Deemed to be University.
- IIFT is a member of the Academy of International Business (AIB) and other global bodies.
IIFT Campuses
Delhi Campus
- IIFT Bhawan, B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110016
- +91-11-39147200
- +91-11-26853956
Kolkata Campus
- 1583 Madurdaha, Chowbagha Road, Ward No 108, Borough XII, Kolkata 700107
- 033 - 35014500
- 033 - 2443 2454
Kakinada Campus
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JNTU campus, Kakinada
Andhra Pradesh-533003 - 0884 - 2944655 & 2944955
GIFT City Campus
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GIFT Tower 2,
Floor 16 & 17,
Road 5c, Zone 5, GIFT City
Gandhinagar - 382050 - 9875171119
