Kozhikode, Aug 10 (KNN) The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM-K) has joined hands with the National Commission of Women (NCW) to provide an online short-term professional training programme in entrepreneurship to women.

Both the partners, through this initiative aim to impart women with all the relevant skills to start and run a sustainable business in order for them to become self-reliant.

The four-month long course will include subject sessions for 40 hours and 20 hours will be allotted for mentoring and discussion. The course will be offered in both English and Malayalam language.

According to the press statement, the women candidates can choose between ‘Foundation Program in Entrepreneurship’ and ‘Advanced Program in Entrepreneurship’. The former is designed for women seeking to enter entrepreneurship while the advanced is for those who wish to enhance their skills.

All those women candidates who are keen to take up course should hold a graduate degree or have experience in running their own businesses.

The application form for the course will be available till August 16.  (KNN Bureau)