The Entrepreneur Development Cell (EDC) nurtures the entrepreneurial spirit among students by providing training, mentorship, and resources for transforming ideas into viable enterprises. It is aligned with the national mission of promoting innovation, startups, and self-employment.
Objectives
- To create awareness on entrepreneurship as a career option.
- To encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- To provide training in business planning, financial management, and startup strategies.
- To facilitate interaction with entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and incubators.
- To support students in setting up startups and social ventures.
Major Activities
- Organizing Entrepreneurship Awareness Camps and Bootcamps.
- Conducting workshops on design thinking, innovation, and business planning.
- Business idea competitions, hackathons, and startup expos.
- Collaboration with industry, banks, and incubation centers for funding and mentorship.
- Showcasing alumni entrepreneurs and their success stories.
Outcomes
- Increased entrepreneurial mindset among students.
- Student-led startups and innovation-driven projects.
- Enhanced linkages with industry and incubation centers.
