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  Nitte Education Group Leads Innovation in Indian Higher Education with Entrepreneurial Program   In an emerging trend within the Indian higher education landscape, students and faculty members are increasingly engaging in entrepreneurship directly on campus, marking a significant shift towards making education more practical and directly tied to real-world applications. This movement not only allows students to earn while they learn but also equips them with critical entrepreneurial skills, setting them apart in a tight job market. At the forefront of this innovative wave is the AIC NItte Incubation center, which has introduced a comprehensive ecosystem aimed at fostering the entrepreneurial spirit among its students and faculty. The Nitte Young Entrepreneurs Development Programme, specifically designed for individuals associated with Nitte Deemed University, encourages the creation of startups leveraging intellectual property generated from faculty research and student projects.   The programme provides a structured path for participants to team up, undergo mentorship focusing on various business aspects, draft their business plans, and eventually launch their startups. In an exciting development, the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) at Nitte announced the commencement of this ambitious program in September 2023, drawing an impressive influx of over 500 ideas from the Nitte Education Group's students and faculty members. These submissions were rigorously evaluated through boot camps and mentorship sessions, with the top 50 ideas proceeding to an 8-week pre-incubation stage. From these, ten exceptional startups were selected for further incubation at AIC Nitte. This initiative not only underscores Nitte Education Group's commitment to blending academic pursuit with entrepreneurial practice but also sets a benchmark for how educational institutions can play a pivotal role in nurturing future business leaders and innovators.      

🎊We are delighted to reveal entries are now open for this year’s Digital Universities Asia Start-up Competition, in partnership with EdTech Marketplace - Asia! Here's what you need to know: 🔴The aim of this competition is to find the best pre-seed and seed funding edtech start-ups in the digital learning space looking to bring new ideas to the higher education community. 🔴Entries will be judged by THE and our expert panel of judges. Five shortlisted start-ups will have the opportunity to join us at Digital Universities Asia in Bali on 1–3 July where they will pitch their product or innovation to our panel. 🔴The winner will be interviewed by a THE journalist and have their story shared with our global digital audience, plus an invitation to join us as a speaker in 2025. 🔗Entries are now open! Find out more and submit your entry before 5pm (BST) on Monday 29 April: https://lnkd.in/ejGbpQpq #THEdigitalAsia #timeshighereducation #edtechmarketplace #asia #highereducation #startups #startup #startupcompany #edtech #edtechinnovation #digitallearning #edtechstartup #competition #digitaltransformation

Register Now! Have you ever dreamed of fueling innovation among your peers? Explore the collaborative journey and secure the chance to establish and lead your E-Cell. Be the visionary founder of innovation in your institution with NED, the National Entrepreneurship Drive by UDGAM, E-Cell IIT Guwahati. Take the lead and pioneer your college's E-Cell, receive mentorship, and compete for prizes worth INR 2,00,000. Seize the opportunity! Register by Dec 10: https://lnkd.in/grmRcqrF About UDGAM - UDGAM 2024, the 16th edition of IIT Guwahati's prestigious annual E-Summit, has evolved into the largest E-Summit in the NorthEast region, where ideas flourish, Start-ups thrive, and the Entrepreneurial spirit ignites among the Youth of India. Why UDGAM ? - UDGAM plays a pivotal role in nurturing startups with support and insights from eminent leaders like Narayana Murthy, Charlie Cheever, Ashneer Grover, and more at our summit. The summit includes competitions like PMx, D-Frame, hackathons, and initiatives like Aasha, Campus Ambassador Program and much more, showcasing a holistic approach to fostering entrepreneurship and community impact. What’s NED ? - In a nation full of entrepreneurial spirit, the National Entrepreneurship Drive (NED) is a symbol of support, encouraging the dreams of aspiring creators. NED is a four-week cohort designed to provide guidance and support to institutions in the establishment of an Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) within their college from scratch. This structured course will include a series of workshops, lectures, and case studies, ensuring a thorough and formal approach to the development of entrepreneurial initiatives. Why NED ? - At the core of NED lies the establishment of Entrepreneurship Cells (E-Cells) across India's educational institutions through a 4- week-long cohort. This immersive program will delve into the intricacies of entrepreneurship, providing participants with the tools and knowledge they need to build an E-Cell from scratch. Note - Don't forget to use my Campus Ambassador Id, i.e. , " DSL#227 " to get Hassle - Free Registration process and so that your registration is Authenticated and Verified. Otherwise, not doing so, would lead to cancellation of your registration and only you will be responsible for such situation. For any queries, feel free to message me on LinkedIn.

Sharing hard-earned knowledge and experiences with the youth is a crucial responsibility. By integrating experiential learning and practical examples, we can significantly enhance our impact and facilitate meaningful knowledge transformation. Consider how companies like Google and IBM use mentorship programs to nurture talent and foster innovation, showing the effectiveness of such approaches. As someone deeply committed to youth empowerment, I am honored to join the 2nd Takhleeq Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge (TiEC’24) as a judge. The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club UCP, in collaboration with the Takhleeq Business Incubator, is organizing TiEC’24. This exciting intra-university competition at the University of Central Punjab (UCP) is designed to foster creativity and innovation among students. Open to all UCP students, it encourages participants to develop and pitch their innovative ideas, offering a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in entrepreneurship. Events like TiEC’24 are invaluable. They incorporate healthy competition among students and future business leaders, much like how hackathons and innovation challenges in the corporate world spark creativity and collaboration. For instance, companies like Microsoft host annual hackathons where employees can pitch and develop new ideas, leading to real-world applications and business solutions. These competitions should be held both inter and intra-university to promote entrepreneurial passion and foster a startup culture. They help students gain self-confidence and evolve into passionate future business leaders. Innovation and entrepreneurship are the keys to economic revolution and essential for survival in today’s competitive world. Look at how Tesla’s continuous innovation in electric vehicles has not only revolutionized the auto industry but also inspired countless startups. Thank you, Mr. Faizan Khalid, Director of Takhleeq Business Incubator, and the entire organizing team for this incredible opportunity. I look forward to contributing to this dynamic event and witnessing the groundbreaking ideas from University Of Central Punjab (UCP) students. #YouthEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #TiEC2024 #BusinessGrowth #UCPCommunity #Mentorship #SkillDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth https://lnkd.in/dWYNx_kp

Exploring the Role of Universities in Cultivating Innovation and Entrepreneurship on Campus. Dive into how institutions are shaping future leaders through robust entrepreneurial ecosystems. For more insights, read the full article: [https://lnkd.in/gxdRx879] Here are some key highlights from the article: 1. University Initiatives: The article explores various initiatives undertaken by universities to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among students. 2. Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: It discusses the development of vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystems within campuses, providing students with resources and support to launch their ventures. 3. Incubation Centers: Many universities are establishing incubation centers that offer mentorship, funding opportunities, and networking platforms to aspiring entrepreneurs. 4. Curriculum Integration: Universities are integrating entrepreneurship into their academic curriculum, offering courses and workshops that equip students with essential entrepreneurial skills. 5. Success Stories: The article features success stories of students who have successfully launched startups while still in university, showcasing the impact of these initiatives.

A new study by Redstone reveals a massive potential for economic growth through university start-ups in Europe. Here are the key takeaways: 💡 Growth potential: European universities could create 157,000+ startups, 6.1 million jobs, and add €2.6 trillion to the GDP over the next decade. 💡 Efficiency disparity: A stark contrast in startup creation efficiency among universities, with top performers generating significant impact with fewer resources. 💡 Top performers: Business schools like Germany’s WHU and University Paris Dauphine lead in entrepreneurial efficiency, showcasing the importance of focused education and support ecosystems. 🎓 Recommendations: The study urges making entrepreneurship a core pillar at universities, enhancing skills, presenting startups as a career option, and boosting networks to transform Europe into a tech powerhouse. Aligning with these insights, the education programmes of the EIT - European Institute of Innovation and Technology are already paving the way by integrating entrepreneurship into higher education. Moreover, the EIT HEI Initiative, a joint activity of the EIT community, is uniquely designed to enhance the innovation capacity and entrepreneurial mindset of higher education institutions, and foster collaboration between academia, industry, research institutions, public authorities and governmental organisations. With 65 projects ongoing, we have been supporting 359 HEIs, trained more than 40,000 people and supported 1,100+ startups. ✈️ Stay tuned for the new call for projects coming this autumn 2024! Let’s innovate together and transform higher education for a stronger Europe! #EITHEI #Innovation #Startups #Education #EITCommunity https://lnkd.in/gC_tMm2t

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📢📢ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE EDTECH WHITE PAPER & 2024 EDTECH RANKINGS🎈🎈 EdTech Expo 2024 is not merely an exhibition of educational technology products; it is also the occasion for the release of the annual EdTech White Paper and Rankings. These are produced collaboratively by EdTech Agency and leading experts to provide both domestic and international EdTech enterprises, as well as investors, with valuable insights into the Vietnamese EdTech market. The event will occur on August 10, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM on the 7th Floor, Trade Union Conference Center, 1A Yet Kieu Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi. The 2024 EdTech Rankings constitute another significant aspect of the event, aimed at evaluating and ranking EdTech products active in the Vietnamese market based on transparent criteria established by the Advisory Council. This presents an opportunity for businesses to assert their market position while helping investors and potential partners identify companies with promising growth prospects. By attending this event, you will have the opportunity to listen to discussions from top industry experts. The insights provided will keep you up-to-date with the latest trends and opportunities in the EdTech sector. Additionally, this event is a platform for exchanging and learning from industry pioneers, expanding your professional network, and seeking new collaboration opportunities with over 200 representatives from schools, training organizations, EdTech enterprises, and regional investment funds. Register for the event today to secure your participation. ✍✍https://lnkd.in/gi9MYFQ9 ------------------------------------- #edtechagency #edtechmarket #edtechvietnam #edtechevents #edtechmatching #edtechstartups #edtechfund #edtechinsights #educationtechnology #education #startups #edtechexpo #vietnamedtechexpo #edtechexhibition

Transforming Towards Entrepreneurial Universities: Significances and Challenges for Universities in Developing Countries! (19 August), 2024 Section 1/2 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the rapidly evolving global landscape, universities should not only be just the centers of learning and research but also the critical engines of entrepreneurship, innovation, business incubation and economic growth. The shift towards entrepreneurial universities reflects the broader understanding of the role of higher education institutions in fostering entrepreneurship, technological advancements, accelerating business incubation and commercialization, and addressing societal challenges. In this regard, transforming Towards Entrepreneurial University have the following major significances. --Foster Innovation and Creativity: Entrepreneurial universities have the potential to become hubs of innovation, business incubation and commercialization. By encouraging students, faculty, researchers and the community to think creatively and develop novel solutions, entrepreneurial universities can drive technological advancements and produce problem-solving products and services. This contributes to the broader economy by creating new entrepreneurs, ventures and SMEs. --Enhancing Economic Development: Universities that embrace entrepreneurship play a critical role in regional and national economic development. Through entrepreneurship, commercialization of research, the creation of spin-off companies, and partnerships with industry, entrepreneurial universities can attract investment, create employment opportunities, and stimulate economic growth. Moreover, entrepreneurial universities help to create integrated relationship between academia and industry that can lead to more relevant and impactful research that addresses real-world challenges. --Empowering Students with Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skill: by integrating entrepreneurship and innovation into the programs, entrepreneurial universities can equip students with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex and competitive job market. Main skills including entrepreneurial mindset; design thinking and problem-solving; product development and testing; marketing and customer analysis; financial and revenue analysis; idea pitching and risk management, are valuable not only for those who wish to start their businesses but also for those seeking careers in the industry. Hence, this empowerment can lead to a more dynamic and adaptable workforce in the industry.

ATN universities are empowering students to be leaders in technology like no other. University of Technology Sydney, Director of Entrepreneurship, Murray Hurps highlighted the ways in which UTS is supporting students to create Australian technology-enabled startups. As our workplaces become increasingly more intricate, having students who are invested in pioneering new ideas and different ways of doing creates graduates who are ready for what is ahead of them and able to conquer the world. UTS Startups is one of the biggest Australian programs which supports technology-enabled entrepreneurship. The program provides community, collaboration spaces and opportunities for all students and alumni, making way for over 600+ active startups. UTS Startups @ Schools in collaboration with The University of Newcastle's  I2N at The University of Newcastle Startups @ School introduce high school students in years 9-10 to tech entrepreneurs with a goal of increasing understanding and inspiring the next generation of students to pursue technology-enabled entrepreneurship. Hurps said that "62% of school students in this program have been female, and 42% of students say they want to pursue tech-enabled entrepreneurship for the first time, as a result of the workshops”. This is another illustration of how ATN universities continue to open doors for all students to exceed beyond what they thought was possible and how they work to close critical gender gaps in STEM pathways. Read more about the programs here: https://lnkd.in/esSjeFtj https://lnkd.in/g_d-Z5Dj