Edu-preneurship opportunity
What:
Venture for India (VFI), a non-profit organisation, has launched an entrepreneurship programme with Columbia Business School. Through this students can attend a three week entrepreneurial workshop in New York, after which they are guaranteed a two-year job placement in India.
Eligibility:
Graduates from top colleges and universities across India, who have completed a bachelor’s degree with at least 75%. The students have to fit the Columbia University selection criteria, which include a thorough screening process and personal interview.
Duration:
After the three-week workshop at Columbia Business School, students spend two years in companies that have high growth potential in India.
Employment opportunities:
Venture for India is looking for early to mid size companies with high potential for growth. The companies are initially approached through their partners like Mumbai Angels, Columbia Alumni Association, etc. For example, Mumbai Angels have committed to recruit a number of fellows through their portfolio companies. On their board, they have a team of 100+ entrepreneurs who are running early to mid size companies, which would look to hire the fellows. VIF is also in the process of tying up with TIE, VC Circle, etc.
Money matters:
The non-profit programme is supported by foundations and individuals, and is completely subsidised. Students will only have to bear personal costs for the trip to New York (flight tickets, visa and personal expenses). Tuition, company placement and monthly programming costs are sponsored by VFI.
Registration:
Register online on www.ventureforindia.org. You have to submit documents like essays, transcripts and recommendation letters.
After the three-week workshop at Columbia Business School, students spend two years in companies that have high growth potential in India.
Employment opportunities:
Venture for India is looking for early to mid size companies with high potential for growth. The companies are initially approached through their partners like Mumbai Angels, Columbia Alumni Association, etc. For example, Mumbai Angels have committed to recruit a number of fellows through their portfolio companies. On their board, they have a team of 100+ entrepreneurs who are running early to mid size companies, which would look to hire the fellows. VIF is also in the process of tying up with TIE, VC Circle, etc.
EXPERT SPEAK
“We provide the
education, placement, mentorship and connect students who want to become
entrepreneurs to angel investors/ venture capitalists so they can get
funding for their own venture. Students can also attend workshops with
our local partners like Mumbai Angels and A P Guru to interact, learn and
voice their opinions on venture creation in India.” ANUJ BAGRI,
director, Venture for India
The non-profit programme is supported by foundations and individuals, and is completely subsidised. Students will only have to bear personal costs for the trip to New York (flight tickets, visa and personal expenses). Tuition, company placement and monthly programming costs are sponsored by VFI.
Registration:
Register online on www.ventureforindia.org. You have to submit documents like essays, transcripts and recommendation letters.
Dates and deadlines:
Apply online from between November 1 and February 28, 2013. The programme starts on May 13, 2013.
Note:
Seating is limited with only 15 students for the first two years, which will be expanded to 50 students from the third year onwards.
Apply online from between November 1 and February 28, 2013. The programme starts on May 13, 2013.
Note:
Seating is limited with only 15 students for the first two years, which will be expanded to 50 students from the third year onwards.
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