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Basics of Entrepreneurship

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Basics of Entrepreneurship

Detailed Program Structure

Week 1 (18th-19th January)

Overview of an Entrepreneur

  • Understanding what an Entrepreneur is
  • What is business, start-up, and Entrepreneurship?
  • Qualities of an Entrepreneur
  • Mindset of an successful Entrepreneur

Basic Financing for Entrepreneurs - I

  • Accounting for Startups
  • How to manage funds?
  • How to maximise fund inflow and manage cash outflow.
  • Managing a good balance sheet

Basic Financing for Entrepreneurs - II

  • Investments, Equities and IPO’s
  • Acquiring and utilisation of funds
  • Why Fundraising is important for a startup?

Market Study and Analysis - I

  • What is a market?
  • Fundamentals of Market.
  • Instruments and tools used for marketing

Market Study and Analysis - II

  • Why is market research important?
  • Small interactive activity on Understanding how brands do their marketing and branding
  • Promotional Strategies used by Brands
  • How does a brand emotionally connect with customers?

Buffer Session-22nd January

Mid Buffer Session

  • Study about successful entrepreneurs
  • Their Startups, history, success stories, Growth plan
  • Brand study and analysis

Week 2 (25th-26th January)

Introduction to teams & Corporate Growth

  • Team building and manpower planning
  • Corporate Growth through Entrepreneurship
  • Challenges and solution

Product Development and Product life cycle

  • What is a product and how choosing the right product can help in a successful business model.
  • Understand the market’s needs and design a suitable product.
  • Target Audience and Social Environment

Final Activity

  • A small interactive session with feedback on the course.
  • A valuable activity model where all the students will do a case study pertaining to a brand, Study the brands product line, marketing strategies, business strategies used for the improvement and Expansion and Partnership Strategies used by brands.

Is this an online program? How much time would I need to commit?

The course will be delivered over two weekends with a mid week buffer session with a total duration of 15 hours. The classes will be conducted for 2-2.5 hours per day on the weekends starting from 6pm-8:30 pm.

E-training program benefits

1. Provides foundational knowledge in entrepreneurship, including product development and market analysis.
2. Backed by Gujarat University, ranked No. 1 for innovation and ranked No. 9 by ARIIA.
3. Delivered virtually over 15 hours for convenience and accessibility.
4. Offers practical insights through case studies, interactive sessions, and expert mentorship.
5. Affordable program fee of ₹1,299, making high-quality education accessible.
6. Facilitates networking with like-minded peers and industry professionals.
7. Acts as a stepping stone for advanced entrepreneurial training and growth.

Ideal Candidates for the E-training program.

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn their ideas into successful ventures.
  • College students eager to learn the foundations of entrepreneurship and innovation.
  • Young professionals seeking to develop entrepreneurial skills for career advancement.
  • Individuals passionate about creating impact through business solutions.
  • Innovators and problem-solvers who want to explore real-world entrepreneurial opportunities.
  • Those seeking to build their network within Gujarat University’s renowned entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Eligibility Criteria

  • College students and young professionals passionate about leaning entrepreneurship and startups.
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs eager to turn ideas into impactful ventures.
  • Open to all disciplines.
  • No prior experience needed, just a curious mind and a drive to learn.
  • Must have access to the internet to join our engaging virtual sessions.

E-Certificate

Upon successful completion of the course, each participant will be awarded a E-certificate by Gujarat University.

Program Fees

  1. Course Fee: ₹1,299 per participant
    • Includes access to all live virtual sessions, course materials, and resources.
  2. Early bird discounts:
    • Special discounts available for participants who register before December 30th 2024.
  3. Miscellaneous Expenses:
    • There is no additional fee to be paid for course materials.
  4. Payment Deadline:
    • All fees must be paid before 15th January 2025 to enroll in this course.

Note: This affordable fee ensures high-quality learning experiences backed by Gujarat University.

Apply Now

Follow 2 simple steps and get yourself enrolled for the course:

  1. Click on ‘Apply Now’ and pay the Application Fee.
  2. Fill the form with necessary details, including application fee information and documents.
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Program Timeline

Deadline to Apply January 15, 2025
Initiation of course January 18th 2025
Week 1 18th-19th January 2025
Mid week Buffer session 22nd January 2025
Week 2 25-26th January 2025
Presentation 26th January 2025
e-certificate distribution 29th January

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Is this an online program?

Yes, this if an online certificate course conducted on Zoom meeting.

Q. Is this a certificate or a degree program?

This is an online certificate program conducted virtually over Zoom call. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded with a certificate provided by Gujarat University.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria?

Graduates or final year pursuing students on any stream.

Q. Can working professionals apply in this program?

This program has been designed also keeping in mind for working professionals. The course is 100% conducted through virtual mode, anybody can sit in their home comfort and learn about entrepreneurship. If any participants miss out on any classes they will be provided with a recorded session of the same class that will be accessible to them at no additional cost.

Q. How to apply for the program?

Please visit the Application Page to apply for the program.

Q. What are the fees of the program?

There is a nominal fees of 1,299 per student which is to be paid before the deadline of January 15th 2025.

Q. What are the benefits of this program?

  • Provides foundational knowledge in entrepreneurship, including product development and market analysis.
  • Backed by Gujarat University, ranked No. 1 for innovation by ARIIA.
  • Delivered virtually over 15 hours for convenience and accessibility.
  • Offers practical insights through case studies, interactive sessions, and expert mentorship.
  • Affordable program fee of ₹1,299, making high-quality education accessible.
  • Facilitates networking with like-minded peers and industry professionals.
  • Acts as a stepping stone for advanced entrepreneurial training and growth.

Q. What are the documentation requirements for the admission?

Following are the list of documents required for the admission:

    1. Passport Photo
    2. Adhaar Card
    3. PAN Card/Driving Licence/any other government issued ID
    4. SSC/High School/10th Marksheet
    5. SSC Certificate (if available)
    6. HSC/Higher Secondary/12th Marksheet
    7. HSC Certificate
    8. Degree Certificate (if any)
    9. Screenshot of Registration Fee Payment