IIMV-SIDBI Joint initiative to shape aspiring entrepreneurs
The Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam (IIMV) and the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) have entered a joint initiative as part of the SIDBI’s “Mission Swabhalamban”. The purpose of the MoU is to facilitate the implementation of the Skill to Enterprise Model (STEM) programme, which aims to educate and support ambitious skilled youth in their pursuit of entrepreneurial endeavors, ultimately enabling them to become job creators for Atmanirbhar Bharat.
As a part of this MoU, IIM Visakhapatnam will offer a customized and specialised PG Certificate course, the Skill to Enterprise Model (STEM) programme in Entrepreneurship, to individuals aspiring to become entrepreneurs. By the end of the programme, the primary
objective of the IIMV-SIDBI joint initiative is to prepare aspiring entrepreneurs to establish new businesses with innovative ideas. The program will be delivered in two phases: The academic training phase, and the Incubation & mentoring phase. The first Academic Training Phase is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of entrepreneurship and venture creation, business management, enterprise formation, operations, finance, strategic planning and execution, taxation and compliances, product development and innovation management, and venturing funding methods and processes.
The Incubation & mentoring phase is focused on offering training and mentoring on various practical skills validation and prototype formation, company registration, pitch presentation before investors, etc. Faculty from IIM Visakhapatnam, mentors from IIMV FIELD, and other industry experts will guide the aspiring entrepreneurs to establish a successful enterprise. The candidates for this program will be selected from across India based on their business ideas and commitment to starting an entrepreneurial venture. Professor M. Chandrasekhar, Director of IIMV, emphasized IIMV’s enduring commitment to fostering women, social, and techno-entrepreneurs since its inception. He highlighted that the Skill to Enterprise Model (STEM) programme seamlessly aligns with the vision of IIM Visakhapatnam, reflecting the institute’s dedication to championing and excelling in educating and nurturing entrepreneurial leaders. This joint initiative will be led by Prof. Sushil Kumar, faculty, Entrepreneurship area, at IIM Visakhapatnam.
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