a. An intensive 3-month course
b. To prepare for entrepreneurship
c. It is a solid prerequisite for anyone seeking funding since it helps participants prepare and defend a strong business plan.
d. At the end of the course, there will be a special event where participants can present their business plan to a set of potential funders.
a. Aspiring Entrepreneurs
b. Ideation Stage Entrepreneurs
c. Entrepreneurs currently in incubation facing operational issues
d. Incubators seeking robust & well thought out Business Plans from potential participants
a. Immersion in the ecosystem of a premier, National level IIM.
b. Networking with like-minded people, academics, distinguished visitors, and B-School Students
c. A solid grounding in the Mechanics of Day-to-day business operations
d. Expanding Creative horizons with constant interaction with the new, the innovative and global happenings.
e. Continuous experience of Entrepreneurship:
i. Academic, Practical, and Experiential
a. Rs 1,99,500/- + GST (18%)
b. No scholarships/fee waivers are available
c. It is a one-time payment since it is a short course
a. A LIVE Business Laboratory to practice daily concepts. This is exactly like a hospital attached to a Medical College.
b. Intensive daily drills and weekly revisits that solidify learning into long-term understanding
a. Basic Business Subjects
b. Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Subjects
c. The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
1. Do check the course content in detail here: https://cpe.iimraipur.edu.in/
i. There will be several other workshops/studios/exercises and activities to amplify your entrepreneurial skills. Amongst others:
1. Design thinking
2. Presentation skills
3. Communication skills
4. Navarasas & Stage presence – conducted by a top-notch acting school with film stars
5. Field Visits
6. Deep Interactions with Entrepreneurs
7. Actual Campfire Discussions on Entrepreneurial Topics
8. Creativity and Innovation
9. Curiosity
10. Social Media Presence for Entrepreneurs
a. The course is Physical, with face-to-face classes
b. Considering the number of courses at IIM Raipur, all hostels are occupied. However, IIM Raipur will assist you in finding suitable accommodation nearby in rental options (as per market prices)
c. Scheduled buses will run to assist with your commute.
d. Many food options (on a payment basis) are available on campus.
a. Sports: Swimming, basketball, tennis, badminton, squash, Table Tennis, Gym
b. Food: Student mess, Executive Mess, Amul, Café Coffee Day, The Nestle Kiosk, Vihaan, and more are coming up
c. General: Laundry, Tuck Shop, Hairdressers, Cobbler, Tailor, Ironing, Bank, Medical Centre.
a. The course is physical, and no online version is available
b. The classes are from 10.00 am – 5.00 pm, 5 days a week. National holidays are observed.
a. Functional Literacy will suffice
b. Graduation is NOT a must
c. English or Hindi proficiency is sufficient.
d. Participants can be from any background.
- Depending on the situation and institutional constraints, participant counts may go up or down.
a. Yes, the certificate will be awarded by IIM Raipur.
b. Please look at the sample copy at https://cpe.iimraipur.edu.in/
a. English and Hindi if necessary.
b. Other languages can also be used.
a. Here is the link: https://cpe.iimraipur.edu.in/app/index.php
b. Entrepreneurs often work in Teams. Therefore, you could also apply as a team. Some advantages accrue. Do Mail us at ept@iimraipur.ac.in
- Once the procedural formalities are completed, we will send you a link for online payment.
a. At the end of the course, there is a specially organized event for:
i. Participants
ii. Armed with their Business Plans
iii. Where funders/investors of various kinds will attend and evaluate proposals.
b. Funding/Incubation/Direct Launch will be at the discretion of the funders/investors and will naturally depend on the power of the Business Plan.