Prepare for your entrepreneurial journey
Understand the entreprenuerial mindset and build the skills you need to thrive
ORIGINS OF E-CELL & PRE INCUBATION CENTRE
The Entrepreneurship & Pre-Incubation Cell of Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University was officially launched on July 27, 2023, with the esteemed presence of Chief Guest Shri. M. Somasundaram, Vice Chairman, Amman TRY Steels Pvt Ltd. The inauguration ceremony was graced by notable personalities, including Dr. C. K. Ranjan, Vice Chancellor, DSU, Dr. M. Ravichandran, Registrar, DSU and Dr. V. Sekar, Dean, Planning and Development, DSU. The event featured insights from distinguished experts, including Mr. Stalin Jacob, Associate VP, StartupTN, Mr. Suvek Bala, President, EDII-ABIRF, Trichy, Mr. Prabu Karuppanan, Project Associate, StartupTN, Mr. Umasankaran, Project Associate, StartupTN, Dr. G. Krishnan, CEO, CEDI, NITT and Mr. Vinoth Malaikani, Incubation Scientist, ABIRF, Trichy. The event was organised by Dr.N.Shanmugapriya, Vice President, IIC, DSU Dr.Nagarajaprakash, Associate Professor, Centre for Research, DSU and Dr.O.S.Asiq Rahman, Assistant Professor, Centre for Research.
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Entrepreneurial Path Planner
Select and test your ideas
Create an innovative idea and conduct a feasibility study
Plan and launch your business
Develop a business plan and launch at the enterprise
Be a better leader
Formulate the right strategy, analyze business problems and make strategic decisions
Manage your customers
Create a competitive advantage, communicate your value proposition and become a better negotiator
Manage your people
Manage processes and procedures, hire right and plan for succession
Sources of funding
Identify the optimal source of funding for business
Attracting funding
Learn what to do to attract investors
Managing funding
Craft favourable funding terms and negotiate in your best interest
Global market entry strategy
Prepare to launch an interational SME(Small and Medium sizeded Enterprise) brand
Global ecommerce strategy
Integrate ecommerce into your business model and acquire interational clients
Deciding to go global
Evaluate new markets and decide whether to expand your business
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of E Cell in an Educational Institution ?
The Entrepreneurship and Pre-Incubation cell in an educational institution fosters innovation, provides resources, and cultivates an entrepreneurial mindset among students. It offers guidance, mentorship, and networking opportunities to aspiring student entrepreneurs, helping them develop viable business ideas and transform them into successful ventures even before formal incubation.
What are the possible networking opportunities that are provided by the E-Cell ?
E-Cell DSU offers various networking opportunities such as industry guest lectures, workshops, startup competitions, networking events, alumni connections, partnerships with local businesses, and access to industry mentors and advisors. These opportunities help students build valuable connections, gain insights, and collaborate with professionals in their field of interest.
Will the E-Cell assist the legal and regulatory works to start a business ?
The Entrepreneurship and Pre-Incubation cell assists innovators with legal and regulatory aspects by providing access to legal resources, workshops, and consultations with experts. We may offer guidance on business registration, intellectual property protection, compliance with local regulations, drafting contracts, and understanding legal liabilities. Additionally, we can connect the innovators with legal professionals who specialize in startup ventures to ensure they navigate legal complexities effectively.
How can the E-Cell helps innovators validate their business idea?
- Market Research: They assist in conducting thorough market research to understand the demand for the product or service, identify competitors, and assess market trends.
- Prototype Development: They may provide resources or guidance for creating prototypes or minimum viable products (MVPs) to test the feasibility and appeal of the idea.
- Customer Feedback: They facilitate feedback sessions with potential customers or target market segments to gather insights, validate assumptions, and refine the business concept.
- Business Model Canvas: They help in developing a business model canvas to analyze key components such as value proposition, customer segments, revenue streams, and cost structure.
- Expert Guidance: They offer mentorship and advice from experienced entrepreneurs or industry professionals to critically evaluate the idea and provide constructive feedback
- Pilot Testing: They support pilot testing or beta launches to gather real-world data and validate assumptions before scaling up operations.