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Indian Institute of Commerce and Trade (IICT), also known as IICT Business School, is a private, autonomous institute based in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Established in 1997, IICT offers distance learning programs focused on management, foreign trade, pharmaceutical marketing, and professional education for working individuals. The institute is operated by the Saptrishi Society for Social and Educational Development and has been providing flexible, industry-relevant education for over two decades.

History

The Indian Institute of Commerce and Trade was founded in 1997 with the vision to deliver career-oriented management education to students and professionals unable to attend traditional, full-time programs. As one of the longstanding autonomous institutes in India offering distance business education, IICT began with a focus on foreign trade and export management and gradually expanded into a wide array of specializations in business administration.

Academic Programs

IICT offers a range of postgraduate diploma and professional programs through correspondence. Key offerings include:

Master’s Diploma in Business Administration (MBA equivalent)

Executive Master’s Diploma in Business Administration (EMBA)

Post Graduate Diplomas in Export Management, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Foreign Trade, Finance, HR, and more

The programs are designed to suit the needs of working professionals and entrepreneurs. Study material is provided via courier and digital platforms.

Accreditation and Recognition

All programs of IICT are autonomous and do not come under purview of University Grants Commission (UGC) or the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). However, it is a registered autonomous body under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. It is recognized in industry circles for its career-oriented and skill-based curriculum.

In 2007, IICT Business School was ranked among the "Top 50 Most Popular Business Schools in Asia" by FindMBA.com.[1]

Global Reach and Notable Alumni

IICT’s alumni network spans across India and internationally, with professionals from multiple countries having pursued its programs via distance learning. The institute has served students from the Gulf region, Southeast Asia, and other parts of the world, contributing to its global academic footprint. IICT’s graduates have gone on to hold influential roles in corporate, academic, and public sectors.

Girish Kousgi, MD & CEO, PNB Housing Finance Ltd. – Holds an Executive Master’s Diploma in Business Administration from IICT Lucknow Zee Business.

Dr. Indrajit N. Yadav, Principal & Director at SMSMPITR, Maharashtra – MBA from IICT; recognized for educational leadership and academic contributions [2]

Dillip Ranjan Rout, VP & Head of Collections at Lendingkart Finance – MBA from IICT [3]

Sushil Gupta, VP at RMSI – MBA (Insurance Management) from IICT Lucknow [4]

Girish Jange, VP – Global Technology at Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. – MBA from IICT [5]

Media Mentions and Press Coverage

IICT has been featured in multiple newspapers and media platforms over the years:

Hindustan Times (2010) covered its admission cycle and program structure [6].

Rashtriya Sahara and Swatantra Bharat (1998) featured IICT’s unique positioning in North India’s private business education sector.

Aaj and Dainik Jagran (1998) published reports on IICT’s launch of career-focused diploma courses.

Online and Professional Presence

IICT maintains a professional alumni network with graduates working in diverse sectors including healthcare, insurance, education, logistics, and fintech.