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Fundamentals of
Entrepreneurship

This Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship program helps school students (Class 7 to Class 12) develop communication, teamwork, and adaptability skills while learning to think like young entrepreneurs through interactive live online sessions. Discover how to identify everyday problems and turn them into innovative business ideas, while building creativity and problem-solving abilities. Earn an IIT Madras Pravartak certification and take your first step toward becoming a future entrepreneur.

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Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

Program Date & Time:

13th May 2026, 6–8 PM IST

Program Duration:

2 Live Sessions, 4 Hours

Eligibility:

School Students (Class 7 to Class 12)

Mode:

Online (Live)

What You'll Learn
& Achieve

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Syllabus for the course

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Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

02

Ideation & Creativity

03

Problem Solving

04

Entrepreneurial Skills

Benefits & Learning Outcomes

Receive a verifiable certificate from IIT Madras Pravartak

Think creatively and independently rather than only following instructions.

Identify problems around them and explore how they can solve them.

Gain early exposure to business fundamentals and entrepreneurship skills.

Build confidence and leadership skills that help in school, college, and future careers.

Steps to Complete Your
Learning Journey

Learn from industry experts, validate your skills through assessment, and earn a trusted certification.

1

Attend Free Training

Build your foundation with live training.

2

Book Certification Exam

Reserve your certification assessment slot.

3

Take Exam

Complete your secure online assessment.

4

Get Certified

Earn your industry-recognized certification.

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  • 4-hours live online session
  • Study & reading materials
  • Q&A with Mr. Balaraju Kondaveeti, Prof. L.S Ganesh & Dr. Ramesh Kuruva
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Meet the Experts Driving Your Learning Journey

Learn from experts who don't just teach concepts—they share industry insights, practical experiences, and proven frameworks that help you thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Balaraju Kondaveeti

Founder & CEO | View Profile

Mr Balaraju Kondaveeti completed his M.S. (Entrepreneurship) from IIT Madras. As part of his M.S. (Entrepreneurship), he founded a company in 2006. Mr Balaraju holds two granted patents in the area of Internet Security, which were licensed to Lasersoft Infosystems, a Polaris Group company.

He received the Best Student Plan Award at the PAN IIT Global Conference Business Plan Conclave (2008) and the National Budding Innovator Award (2009) from NRDC, Government of India.

In 2009, he co-founded BodhBridge Educational Services (P) Limited, incubated at IIT Madras, and has served as a consultant for major IIT Madras initiatives including NPTEL and the IITM BS Degree Program.

Prof. L.S Ganesh

Retired Faculty, IIT Madras | View Profile

Prof. L.S. Ganesh was the former Dean of Students at IIT Madras and served as Professor in the Department of Management Studies. He also headed the department from 2004 to 2008.

His research focused on time series forecasting models and system dynamics for educational planning in Tamil Nadu schools. He was a key contributor to national projects sponsored by ISRO and MHRD, as well as international projects on Integrated Coastal Zone Management supported by the World Bank and UNDP.

He coordinated strategic academic collaborations between IIT Madras and leading institutions, including the Indian School of Business, Universities of Mannheim, Passau and Bremen (Germany), Management Center Innsbruck (Austria), State University of New York–Binghamton, and organizations such as Caterpillar, LIC of India, @Road Software, and SCOPE International.

He also served as the Vice-Chancellor of the ICFAI University, Hyderabad, from September 2022 to July 2025.

Dr. Ramesh Kuruva

Assistant Professor, IIT Bombay | View Profile

Dr. Ramesh Kuruva is an Assistant Professor at the Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship, IIT Bombay, specializing in Entrepreneurial Finance, Startup Ecosystems, and Venture Funding. He holds a PhD in Entrepreneurial Finance from IIT Madras and has been a gold medalist in both his Bachelor's and Master's in Accounting and Finance, earning multiple prestigious government fellowships.

As Co-founder and former CEO of YNOS Venture Engine—a leading IIT Madras-incubated platform connecting startups, investors, and incubators—Ramesh helped raise significant VC funding and expand India’s early-stage ecosystem. At IIT Madras, he played a pivotal role in setting up the Centre for Research on Startups (CREST) and contributed to national VC/PE reports, engaging with government ministries.

With deep experience in venture capital contracts, startup valuation, and mentoring founders, Dr Ramesh is passionate about guiding entrepreneurs, collaborating with incubators, and driving research in VC, finance, innovation, and startup ecosystems.

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Certification Assessment & Grading

Your final examination score determines the grade awarded on your certificate. Grades are assigned according to the following criteria:
Grade A — 85% and above (Outstanding)
Grade B — 75% to below 85% (Excellent)
Grade C — 60% to below 75% (Proficient)
Grade D — 40% to below 60% (Pass)

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 40% to be eligible for certification.

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