Overview
The Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) at Ganapathy Chettiar College of Engineering and Technology is a dynamic initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurial spirit among students. The cell provides the resources, mentoring, and ecosystem needed to convert innovative ideas into viable business ventures. With a strong focus on start-up culture, leadership, and creativity, the EDC prepares students to be not just job-seekers but job creators.
Key Objectives
- To inspire students to become entrepreneurs and innovators.
- To offer training on business plan preparation, funding, and startup incubation.
- To create awareness about government schemes like MSME, Startup India, and Atal Innovation Mission.
- To organize workshops, guest lectures, and competitions on entrepreneurship.
- To assist students in forming startups and filing patents.
Activities
- Startup Bootcamps and Hackathons
- Business Idea Pitching Sessions
- Mentorship from Entrepreneurs and Angel Investors
- Innovation Competitions and Business Model Canvas Training
- Collaboration with local industries and financial institutions