ENA MSME 2024-12-17 14:49:38 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Dec 17 (KNN)</strong> The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur, in collaboration with the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), has announced two free, advanced programmes to support aspiring entrepreneurs and MSMEs.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These initiatives aim to foster innovation, business skill development, and enterprise growth across India, with a focus on Chhattisgarh and underrepresented communities. The last date to apply for both programmes is January 12, 2025.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Scheduled from February 3 to 7, 2025, the Advanced Entrepreneurship-Skill Development Programme (E-SDP) is tailored for individuals eager to launch new ventures.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Participants will gain insights into entrepreneurial marketing, financing, leadership, operational efficiency, and legal frameworks essential for startups.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The programme emphasises hands-on learning to equip participants with tools for identifying business opportunities, structuring operations, and ensuring sound governance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Advanced Management Development Programme (MDP), running from February 3 to 8, 2025, is designed to address challenges faced by MSMEs in scaling their businesses.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Key areas include growth strategies, securing finances, business model scalability, and overcoming operational challenges, particularly in family-run enterprises. The programme also offers insights into global expansion and long-term sustainable growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Both programmes are entirely free of cost, funded by the Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (ESDP) Division under the Ministry of MSME.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Open to individuals across India aged 18 and above with a graduate degree, the initiatives place a special emphasis on Chhattisgarh-based participants and candidates from SC, ST, OBC, Women, and PH categories.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These programmes underscore IIM Raipur's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and empowering MSMEs, stated Professor Ram Kumar Kakani, Director, IIM Raipur.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He highlighted their role in promoting inclusivity and contributing to Indias Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Interested candidates must apply before January 12, 2025. Applications will be reviewed per ESDP guidelines, with selected participants notified shortly after. This initiative presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems and drive MSME growth nationwide.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 40279 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/msme/iim-raipur-collaborates-with-msme-ministry-to-launch-free-advanced-programmes-for-businesses 2024-12-17 14:49:38 knnindia.co.in