Know all about IIFT Kakinada: Campus Life Experiences

In the realm of higher education, the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kakinada, serves as a crucible for academic, social, and personal growth. Inaugurated on October28, 2022, IIFT Kakinada harbours a rich tapestry of experiences, shaped by the diverse backgrounds, interests, and aspirations of their student bodies which is definitely beyond the classrooms and lecture halls, IIFT Kakinada harbours a rich tapestry of experiences, shaped by the diverse backgrounds, interests, and aspirations of their student bodies. Let's embark on a journey through the bustling corridors, verdant lawns, and lively hubs of collegiate activity, as we uncover the essence of college campus life, illuminated by the voices of its most integral participants: the students.

For Kakinada Campus a land measuring 25 acres has been allotted to the Institute for setting up a full-fledged campus at Kakinada, a beautiful coastal town and a smart city in the State of Andhra Pradesh. For the present batch, JNTUK Kakinada has permitted IIFT to utilize a part of its campus and facilities for the purpose of conducting the Integrated Programme in Management. The University shares some of its facilities such as library, certain sports grounds, and primary medical services with IIFT. The classrooms are fully air conditioned with modern audio visual aids. IIFT Kakinada campus offers 5 Year Full Time Integrated Programme in Management (BBA in Business Analytics and MBA in International Business).

Talking about IIFT Kakinada, Riya Gupta (Batch 2023-2028) said that being the flagbearers of IIFT surely does keep you on your toes. The comprehensive nature of our course structure ensures not only academic growth but also facilitates personal development. This richness of our diverse environment, characterised by students from various parts of India, fosters cultural understanding and the presence of like-minded individuals.”

Same as Riya, Lakshmi K Rajeev who is also from batch (2023-2028) shared that “IIFT Kakinada is synonymous with ‘enriching academic experiences’ for me. Ever since I joined here, my peers and I have set on a path of academic excellence guided by highly knowledgeable faculties and quality educational resources. Beyond the four walls of our classroom, we apply our in-classroom knowledge to solve business case study competitions and much more in our conquest to become the leaders of tomorrow. The diverse range of committees and chapters within the college provides us with opportunities to engage in live internships, and case projects and often take on leadership roles. If you are somebody aspiring to join an institute of academic excellence with co-curricular activities as the cherry on top, IIFT Kakinada is the place next best to your home.”

From the second year, that is, batch (2022–2027), Tarun Malik, shared “IIFT, Kakinada campus has been a crucial stepping stone in my academic journey. While my personal affinity for the college may be limited, there's no denying the invaluable experience and exposure it has provided. The esteemed IIFT brand has undoubtedly opened doors, and the competitive environment serves as a constant motivator, pushing me to strive for excellence. Engaging in extracurricular activities, guided by supportive teachers, has further enriched my CV. Grateful for the opportunities and growth fostered within the walls of IIFT.”

Vaibhav Gupta from batch (2022 - 2027) has explained that “My second year at IIFT has been a phenomenal experience. This year I dwelled into the realm of analytics with courses in advanced statistics, business analytics and practical exposure to tools like R, Python, SQL and SPSS. Through my active participation in 180 Degrees Consulting, I have been able to build foundation experience in problem-solving and team working helping non profit organizations alongside. This year, Hult Prize competition was also organized at our campus providing us an opportunity to experiment with social entrepreneurship. All over I feel the day never stops at IIFT Kkd, with so many global opportunities, academic projects to reinforce application based pedagogy, Live Projects as a credit course, constant domain and industry exposure through workshops on industry tools and talks by alumni and industry experts. One essential part of my experience has been peer learning everyone is doing something, folks are winning national level case competitions, running global chapters in the global network, qualifying for exams like CFA and FRM, organizing fests and writing research papers. I am really grateful to have embarked on this transformative growth journey at IIFT. “