{"id":1900,"date":"2026-03-12T12:38:53","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T12:38:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iifm.brightcodeapp.com\/?page_id=1900"},"modified":"2026-05-06T05:15:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T05:15:06","slug":"about-aai","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1900","title":{"rendered":"About AA-IIFM"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1900\" class=\"elementor elementor-1900\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-54ec6b3 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"54ec6b3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2acc8b4\" data-id=\"2acc8b4\" 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\r\nThe Association serves as a vibrant platform that connects alumni across batches and strengthens their bond with alma mater.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nAA-IIFM brings together alumni from all academic programmes offered by the Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) over the years, including:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-list\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">MBA-Forestry Management<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"aai-sub\">Previously known as Post Graduate Diploma in Forestry Management-PGDFM <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">MBA-Sustainability Management<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"aai-sub\">Previously known as Post Graduate Diploma in Sustainability Management -PGDSM)<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">M.Phil.  Natural Resource Management<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"aai-sub\">Now discontinued<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nFollowing IIFM\u2019s recognition as a Deemed to be University, the Institute expanded its academic offerings to include:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-list\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">MBA-Sustainable Development<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">MBA-Development and Sustainable Finance<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">Ph.D. Programme<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"aai-sub\">FRI Deemed University<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-item\">\r\n<div class=\"aai-course-title\">Certificate Course on Chartered Foresters (C3F)<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- COMMENTED SECTION KEPT EXACTLY SAME -->\r\n\r\n<!--<div class=\"aai-section\">-->\r\n\r\n<!--<h3>The founding members of Board of Governors (BoG) (2019-20) of AA-IIFM :<\/h3>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<table class=\"aai-table\">-->\r\n<!--<tr>-->\r\n<!--<th>Position<\/th>-->\r\n<!--<th>Name<\/th>-->\r\n<!--<\/tr>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<tr>-->\r\n<!--<td>President<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<td>Deepak Khare (PFM 90)<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<\/tr>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<tr>-->\r\n<!--<td>Vice President<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<td>Archana Sharma (PFM 1996)<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<\/tr>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<tr>-->\r\n<!--<td>Secretary<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<td>Praveen Khedale (PFM 2010)<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<\/tr>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<tr>-->\r\n<!--<td>Treasurer<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<td>Sudhanshu Agarwal (PFM 2009)<\/td>-->\r\n<!--<\/tr>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<\/table>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<p>-->\r\n<!--Currently, the fourth BoG of AAI is actively working to strengthen engagement among alumni across batches and to deepen connections with the students of the institute. -->\r\n<!--Sandeep Chakravorty (PFM 1989\u201391) is leading the AAI BoG for the second consecutive term, supported by an energetic and committed team of BoG members.-->\r\n<!--<\/p>-->\r\n\r\n<!--<\/div>-->\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"aai-section\">\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nOver the years, AA-IIFM has grown steadily, with the alumni network now comprising more than 2,000 members. To foster engagement and communication within the community, AA-IIFM publishes a monthly newsletter, \r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1181\">ALMA MATTERS<\/a>, which highlights alumni achievements, institutional milestones, and important campus developments. The newsletter serves as a vibrant platform that brings together the extended AA-IIFM community by celebrating accomplishments, sharing updates, and strengthening the connection between alumni, students, and the institute. Since its inception in 2020, \r\nALMA MATTERS has been supported by a dedicated team led by enthusiastic alumni, along with valuable contributions from students of the on-going batch. Their collective efforts ensure that each edition captures inspiring alumni journeys, professional achievements, academic developments, and notable activities taking place across the campus. Serving as a bridge between AA-IIFM and IIFM, \r\nALMA MATTERS promotes stronger alumni connections and honours the institution\u2019s collective legacy.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nAA-IIFM also recognizes outstanding members of the community through the \r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=2301\">Alum of the Month<\/a> initiative, which celebrates alumni who have made significant contributions to the alumni network or to the institute.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nTo nurture creative expression within the alumni community, AA-IIFM launched \r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1928\">Rhythm<\/a>, an online musical program that provides a platform for alumni singers, instrumentalists, and poets to showcase their talents.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nRecognising the presence of accomplished entrepreneurs among its alumni, AA-IIFM also initiated an insight series titled \r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1943\">AVINYA<\/a>, where speakers share their entrepreneurial journeys and insights.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nAA-IIFM regularly organizes events to engage the community and address important global themes.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nTo celebrate the inspiring journeys of IIFM alumni, the weekly publication \r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/iifmight.com\/\">IIFMight in Focus<\/a> holds a special place within the fraternity. This initiative is the result of the untiring efforts of a dedicated group of alumni who connect with fellow graduates, meticulously document their professional and personal journeys, and present their stories with thoughtful articulation.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe Association also supports its members in times of need through the \r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=2807\">Emergency Support Fund<\/a>, which provides financial assistance to alumni who face unforeseen health emergencies or accidents. In certain cases, AA-IIFM has also extended its support to the students of the institute when required. \r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nToday, AA-IIFM continues to grow stronger, guided by the enduring bond among alumni and the continued support of its alma mater. A mentorship initiative has also been launched. Together, the community moves forward on the shared path of 3 C: Connection, Collaboration, and Contribution.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"aai-section\">\r\n<h6>Yash has designed the logo of Alumni Association of IIFM<\/h6><br>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-01-at-1.25.02-PM.jpeg\"\r\nstyle=\"width:96px; height:120px; border-radius:4px;\r\nbox-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.2); display:block; object-fit:cover;\"><br>\r\n<h6>Yash Agrawal     PFM 2020<\/h6>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62f7699 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"62f7699\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0142675 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0142675\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><a style=\"color: #ffffff;\" href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1900\">ABOUT AA-IIFM<\/a><\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73ad50a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"73ad50a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1796\">VISION &amp; MISSION<\/a><\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc72fd0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fc72fd0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1815\">ABOUT IIFM<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bca2d64 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bca2d64\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"http:\/\/iifmalumni.com\/?page_id=1821\">BoGs<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-013120b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"013120b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eef95be e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eef95be\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About AA-IIFM About Us The Alumni Association of the Indian Institute of Forest Management (AA-IIFM ) was formally established on 14 January 2019. 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