Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC)

About EDC

The Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) is dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial spirit and skill development among students. The cell acts as a launchpad for aspiring entrepreneurs, equipping them with the mindset, knowledge, and practical tools to identify opportunities, innovate, and build successful enterprises.

Vision

To produce successful entrepreneurs with strong leadership and ethical business practices, making a positive impact on society and the economy.

Mission

• Foster entrepreneurial culture and awareness across campus

• Develop essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills

• Support students from ideation to startup launch

• Build strong industry and institutional linkages for holistic growth

Short-Term Goals (1–2 Years)

• Organize regular entrepreneurship awareness camps, seminars, and workshops.

• Conduct hands-on skill development programs (business plan writing, pitching, digital marketing, finance basics).

• Facilitate guest lectures and mentoring sessions with successful entrepreneurs and industry experts.

• Launch business idea competitions and hackathons.

• Provide guidance on government schemes (Startup India, MSME, etc.) and funding avenues.

• Arrange industry visits and internships for practical exposure.

• Identify and nurture at least 5–6 student Entrepreners  per year.

Long-Term Goals (3–5 Years)

• Develop a sustainable startup ecosystem and business incubator on campus.

• Establish strong collaborations with government agencies, industries, and academic institutions for funding and support.

• Enable collaborative R&D and set up state-of-the-art innovation labs.

• Facilitate patent filing, technology transfer, and commercialization of student innovations.

• Create a corpus fund to seed promising ventures.

• Achieve national/international recognition for student startups and innovations.
  
  

Key Skills Developed:

• Opportunity identification and problem-solving

• Business model development and validation

• Financial literacy and resource management

• Leadership and team building

• Communication, negotiation, and networking

• Digital skills (marketing, e-commerce, analytics)

• Legal and regulatory compliance

• Design thinking and innovation management

Skill-Building Activities:

• Workshops on business planning, pitching, and prototyping

• Training in digital marketing, sales, and customer discovery

• Simulation exercises and case studies

• Peer learning, group projects, and networking events

• Access to online entrepreneurship courses and certifications

Key Skilling Programs 

• Opportunity identification and problem-solving

• Business model development and validation

• Financial literacy and resource management

• Leadership and team building

• Communication, negotiation, and networking

• Digital skills (marketing, e-commerce, analytics)

• Legal and regulatory compliance

• Design thinking and innovation management
  
  

Skill-Building Activities

• Training in digital marketing, sales, and customer discovery

• Simulation exercises and case studies

• Peer learning, group projects, and networking events

• Access to online entrepreneurship courses and certifications

Get Involved

• Students: Join EDC activities, propose ideas, attend skill workshops, and seek mentorship

• Faculty: Mentor student teams, participate in training, and facilitate industry linkages

• Industry/Alumni: Offer mentorship, funding, internships, and guest lectures

The EDC is committed to transforming students into job creators and leaders, empowering them with the skills and support needed to thrive in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship.