The Career Development Cell (CDC) at the Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal, serves as a vital bridge between academic learning and professional growth. Driven by principles of fairness and transparency, the CDC develops skilled Management and Development professionals focused on Forestry and Sustainability who are prepared to contribute across diverse sectors.
The following information highlights the CDC’s role and structure for external stakeholders and potential recruiters:
Core Objectives and Responsibilities
The CDC is mandated to manage all aspects of student professional development and recruitment, including:
Industry Relations: Fostering strong relationships with various organizations to understand evolving market requirements.
Recruitment Management: Coordinating Summer Internships, Project Work/Industrial Project and Final Placements.
Employability Enhancement: Organizing masterclasses, industry expert talks, enhanced competency training, alumni mentorship, and sector-specific workshops to equip students with cutting-edge skills.
The Placement Process for Recruiters
The CDC facilitates a streamlined, stepwise recruitment journey:
Engagement: The cell reaches out to organizations to invite Job Descriptions (JD) and schedule Pre-Placement Talks.
Slot-Based Scheduling: To accommodate a large number of recruiters and minimize academic clashes, hiring processes are organized on a slot basis in both physical and online modes.
Support Services: The CDC, assisted by the Student Placement Committee, manages recruiter databases, prepares promotional content, and handles all logistical documentation.
Professional Standards
IIFM maintains high professional values to ensure recruiters interact with disciplined and prepared candidates:
One Student, One Offer: The institute generally follows "one student, one offer" policy for all campus and off-campus placements.
Professional Conduct: Students are required to wear formal business attire and maintain high standards of etiquette during all interactions.
Code of Ethics: The use of AI in selection assignments is prohibited unless recruiter allows, and students are encouraged to remain with their recruiting organization for at least 1–2 years to maintain the institution's brand integrity.
Steering Team
The CDC is led by a team of faculty members and professionals:
Chairperson: Prof. Parul Rishi, Email: chairperson_cdc[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in
Head (Summer Internship): Dr. Jayashree Dubey, Email: jayashree[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in
Head (Project Work/Industrial Project): Dr. Dhanya Bhaskar Email: dhanyab[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in
Head (Placement): Dr. Sharadindu Pandey, Email: head_placement_cdc[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in; Phone: 9560076525
Head (Communication): Dr. Anupama Singh Email: anupamas[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in
Career Development Officer, Email: cdo[at]iifmbhopal[dot]edu[dot]in
Senior Private Secretary : Mr. Dinesh K. Malvi, Email: dkmalvi[at]iifm[dot]ac[dot]in
Faculty Committee Members
The cell is further supported by a robust group of faculty members divided into specialized functional areas. Their contact details are available at the faculty page of the website:
Prof. Yogesh Dubey, Ecosystem And Environment Management Faculty Area
Prof. Santanu Das, Financial Management Faculty Area
Dr. Ashutosh Verma, Financial Management Faculty Area
Dr. Advait Edgaonkar, Ecosystem And Environment Management Faculty Area
Dr. Ujjal Kumar Sarma, Sociology and Community Development faculty Area
Dr. Ashish David, Sociology and Community Development faculty Area
Dr. Anvita Pandey, Ecosystem And Environment Management Faculty Area
Dr. Madhur Jain, Financial Management Faculty Area
Dr. Sanjay Bala, Ecosystem And Environment Management Faculty Area
Dr. Aghila Sasidharan, Financial Management Faculty Area
Student Placement Committee (PlaceCom)
The CDC is assisted by a student-driven committee consisting of first- and second-year students. They serve as the operational arm, handling recruiter databases, creating promotional brochures, and managing "buddy groups" to facilitate smooth on-campus selection processes
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