IFIM was established in 1995 by the DSIJ (Dalal Street Investment Journal) Group and was promoted by the Centre for Developmental Education (CDE). Over the years, the IFIM Group has carved a niche for itself as a front-runner for quality education in India. The Mission of IFIM is to nurture holistic, socially responsible and continuously employable professionals. The IFIM Group, with the support of the CDE, has established many academic institutions, including the JAGSOM School Management, IFIM College and the IFIM School Law.
Established in 2015 and based out of the Silicon Valley of India, today the IFIM Law School is recognized as the 2nd most outstanding Law School of Excellence by the Global Human Resource Development Centre (GHRDC) survey, 2023 & Ranked 1st in the Category of Top Eminent Law School GHRDC Survey 2023.
Born in 1935 and brought up in a humble environment, Shri V.B.Padode is a source of inspiration for generations alike. His humility in the face of exemplary acheivements and relentless efforts in the field of education are a testimony of his personality and the aura of his outlook. He pioneered financial journalism in the country by creating India’s largest and the most circulated investment magazine Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ). His impeccable career in CSO, stint as an Indian Revenue Services officer and as the Chairman of IFIM (CDE) and founder of DSIJ, speak volumes of his illustrous career. His passion for literacy resulted in more number of publications in the financial market. Some of the successful publications are the Stock Market Book, Corporate Results, PSU’s of India, Top Golden 400 companies of India and Business School Directory, including the book titled, ‘Making and Unmaking of Prime Ministers of India’ which has been very well-received by readers. Blessed with a happy and loving family, the IFIM Institutions continue to draw inspiration from his determination, perseverance, eye for details and the strength to take risks.