The Symbiosis Institute of International Business was founded in 1992 as Symbiosis Institute of Foreign Trade (SIFT). As the global business world expanded tremendously, the founders felt the need to pro-actively transform the institute from one of foreign trade to an all-encompassing ‘International Business’ and hence SIFT metamorphosed into Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB). It was not only the name of the institute that underwent a change but also its aims which became more wider to cover global aspects as it moved to a brand-new campus equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure.

In 2002, the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India conferred the "Deemed to be University" Status on Symbiosis, and further in 2006 the UGC vide its notification withdrew the word Deemed and renamed the University as Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU). SIU is accredited by NAAc with 'A++' Grade..

The pioneering work in commencing focused MBA Programmes in International Business (1992), Agri-Business Management (2004), and Energy & Environment (2009) has been lauded by Industry. This foresight has proved very valuable for organizations that seek global managers in diverse functional areas. SIIB therefore has a strong track record of excellent placements. Besides bringing to the campus young, vibrant minds from diverse disciplines, fostering a healthy exchange of ideas, the diversity of programs, has helped to create a unique synergy in the curriculum, with the pivotal fulcrum of international business. SIIB thus has a unique advantage to train young professionals who can take on the challenges of global commence in the domestic as well as in the international arena.

Today, SIIB is a constitutent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) and is one of the highly acclaimed business schools in the country. It has been recognized as a B-Scchool that combines in excellent academic foundation with a strong leadership perspective.

In an increasingly globalized world, SIIB is ahead of the curve.

VISION

Promoting international understanding through quality education.

MISSION

To inculcate the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family)

To contribute towards knowledge generation and dissemination

To promote ethical and value-based learning

To foster the spirit of national development

To inculcate cross cultural sensitisation

To develop global competencies amongst students

To nurture creativity and encourage entrepreneurship

To enhance employability and contribute to human resource development

To promote health and wellness amongst students, staff & community

To instill sensitivity amongst the youth towards community and environment

To produce thought provoking leaders for the society