Session on Accelerations:

Quarterly Report – Thrust Area: Inspiration, Motivation, and Ideation
Theme: Start-up
Activity Name: Session on Accelerators/Incubation – Opportunities for Students & Faculties – Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
Mode of Conduct: Offline/Hybrid
Level of Activity: Level 1 or 2
Participants: 55 Students and 8 Faculty Members

Event Report

Event Title: Session on Accelerators: Opportunities for Students – Early Stage Entrepreneurs
Date: 19th July 2025 | 10:00 AM
Organized by: Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) and Department of MBA
Resource Person: Mr. Salil R, Consulting CFO, SmartFin Consulting, Bangalore

The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), in collaboration with the Department of MBA, organized an insightful half-day session titled “Session on Accelerators: Opportunities for Students – Early Stage Entrepreneurs.” The session was conducted to create awareness among students and faculty about various accelerator and incubation programs that provide guidance, mentorship, and resources for developing innovative start-up ideas.

Mr. Salil R., the guest speaker, emphasized the importance of incubation and accelerator platforms in bridging the gap between academic learning and entrepreneurial practice. He discussed how such programs offer structured support, financial assistance, and expert mentorship to transform innovative ideas into successful ventures. Participants were introduced to real-world examples of start-ups that flourished with the help of accelerator programs. The speaker also highlighted the step-by-step process for applying to incubation centers and utilizing institutional networks for entrepreneurial growth.

Key Outcomes

• Enhanced understanding of the role of incubation centers and accelerators in nurturing start-ups.
• Exposure to real-time success stories of start-ups supported by accelerator programs.
• Clear insight into the process of incubation and available entrepreneurial platforms.
• Increased motivation among students and faculty to pursue entrepreneurship with institutional support.

Overall, the session inspired participants to actively engage with incubation and accelerator opportunities, strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the institution.