About CDOE
'Distance is never a barrier to learning'
At IIFT's Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), the Centre is tasked to empower individuals to explore new domains, enhance their knowledge, and up-skill themselves—anytime, anywhere. Our programmes are thoughtfully designed for working professionals and lifelong learners who seek to grow academically and professionally without compromising on convenience or quality.
The online mode of learning provides flexible, affordable, and accessible education, enabling participants to expand their areas of interest, build practical skills, and advance their careers—all while continuing their current roles. Our aim is to make education inclusive and beneficial to all sections of society, without any bias.
Our courses are structured to offer the same academic rigor and content quality as those delivered in the regular mode. They are conducted by experienced faculty members, supported with comprehensive study materials, interactive sessions, and continuous assessments.
CDOE’s commitment is to deliver a high-quality learning experience using modern tools and technology, ensuring that learners receive not just knowledge, but also the skills and confidence to thrive in today’s competitive environment.
Head Message
Dr. Ram Singh
The world is witnessing the waves of volatility, disruption and norms-agnostic environments getting disruptive and more complex with each passing day—what is now known as a BANI environment: Brittle, Anxious, Non-linear, and Incomprehensible. From technological disruptions and climate uncertainties to regulatory nationalism and shifting global power dynamics, the pace and unpredictability of change today are unparalleled. In such a world, continuous learning is no longer optional, it is essential.
The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has been envisioned to address this very need. With its focus on accessibility, academic rigor, and professional relevance, CDOE offers a range of programmes that prepare professionals to confront global complexities with clarity, confidence, and competence.
At CDOE, IIFT does not merely deliver content but builds capacity. Our offerings are rooted in IIFT’s legacy of excellence in international trade, policy, and strategic management, while being tailored for the digital learner. The curriculum reflects the realities of today’s interconnected and disrupted world—whether it is the geopolitics of trade, emerging digital economies, or new global supply chain architectures.
CDOE's learning design integrates academic insight with practical foresight. Through immersive digital delivery, expert faculty engagement, and flexible formats, IIFT ensures that professionals from across geographies can access world-class education without compromising on quality or continuity.
This is more than just education at a distance—it is a strategic investment in professional evolution. CDOE empowers learners to decode global trends, develop leadership resilience, and build the adaptive thinking necessary for sustainable success.
IIFT invites you to explore this vibrant platform of online learning. Join a community that is not just navigating change—but shaping the future of global business, policy, and strategy.
Welcome to the Centre for Distance and Online Education at IIFT, New Delhi
Dr. Ram Singh
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Our programmes are open to professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone seeking to enhance their skills in global trade, logistics, international business, or related fields. Participants are requested to check the eligibility criteria as advertised time to time in accordance with UGC/AICTE.
All programmes are delivered 100% online through MS teams’ platform & our learning management system, with access to reading materials, case studies, and assignments.
Our online programmes are designed for flexibility & online live interactive sessions, are usually held on weekends (Saturdays & Sundays)
Assessment may include online quizzes, assignments, case study analyses, and online end term examination.
You can apply online through our website by filling out the registration form and submitting the required documents.
Connect with Us
Mr. Sanjay Gandhi
Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE)
- +91-11-39147200-2025 (Extn: 130)
- cdoe@iift.edu
