OVERVIEW

To Address The Need Of Developing New, Committed Entrepreneurs On A Large Scale, The Edi, Ahmedabad Has Conceptualized And Launched An Innovative Entrepreneurship Development Programme Through Distance Learning And Personal Counselling Titled "Diploma In Entrepreneurship And Business Management". This Course Began Under Sponsorship Support Of Friedrich- Neumann-Stiftung (Fnst), A Foundation Of International Repute From Germany.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Contact Sessions Focus On Developing Entrepreneurial Motivation, Business Opportunity Guidance, Market Research & Survey, Preparation Of Detailed Project Report, Project Appraisal System Of Banks & Fi Nancial Institutions And Interactions With Successful Entrepreneurs.

METHODOLOGY

The methodology of the course includes; self-instructional study material, assignments, personal counselling through experts, professional counsellors and two contact sessions during the course.

ADMISSION

The course begins in the month of January, April, July and October. The learners have the opportunity to enrol in any one of the batches

ELIGIBILITY

Degree/Diploma holders in any discipline and those who are in the final year of their degree, are eligible to join the course.

COURSE CONTENTS

The Study Material Designed To Facilitate The Learners, Is Divided Into 11 Units Covering Critical Areas Such As: Introduction To Entrepreneurship, Sources Of Assistance, Business Opportunity Identifi Cation, Market Assessment, Entrepreneurial Motivation, Various Soft Skills Like Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Entrepreneurial Competencies, Small Business Management Including Systematic Planning, Quality Control, Marketing Management, Financial Management, Production Management. Besides, Various Topics Like Total Quality Management, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics, Franchising, Venture Capital Financing, Exports, Etc. The Material Provides Comprehensive Understanding On What It Takes To Become An Entrepreneur.

Offers Short Term Programs (3, 6, 9, 12 Months) In The Field of :

• Banking and Accounting
• Business and Commerce
• Counseling Skills
• Hospitality and Tourism
• Information and Communication Technology
• Media
• Nutrition and Healthcare
• Retail