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Innovation Driven Entrepreneurship

By Dr. K. S. Giridharan   |   National Institute Of Technical Teachers Training And Research, Chennai.
Learners enrolled: 292
Innovation-Driven Entrepreneurship course is designed to empower aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools and mindset needed to transform innovative ideas into successful business ventures. This course dives deep into the heart of startup culture, focusing on how groundbreaking ideas can be nurtured and developed into market-ready products and services. Participants learn through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experiences, gaining insights into the entrepreneurial process from ideation to execution. The course also emphasizes the importance of resilience and adaptability, essential traits for navigating the uncertainties of the startup world. Through case studies, interactive sessions, and engagement with successful entrepreneurs, participants develop a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively harness innovation for business success. This course is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving business landscape, driven by a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship
Summary
Course Status : Upcoming
Course Type : Elective
Language for course content : English
Duration : 8 weeks
Category :
  • Teacher Education
Credit Points : 3
Level : Undergraduate/Postgraduate
Start Date : 21 Jul 2025
End Date : 30 Nov 2025
Enrollment Ends : 31 Aug 2025
Exam Date :
Translation Languages : English
NCrF Level   : 4.5
Industry Details : Teaching

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Course layout

Week 1 - Introduction to Innovation in Entrepreneurship

Week 2 - Idea Generation and Validation

Week 3 - Design Thinking in Entrepreneurship

Week 4 - Business Model Innovation

Week 5 - Technology and Innovation

Week 6 - Funding Innovation

Week 7 - Entrepreneurial Mindset, Leadership & Intellectual Property

Week 8 - Scaling and Growth Strategies, sustainability & Social Innovation


Books and references

1. Drucker, P. F. (1985). Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Harper & Row.
2. Ries, E. (2011). The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous
Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses. Crown Business.
3. Osterwalder, A., & Pigneur, Y. (2010). Business Model Generation: A Handbook for
Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers. Wiley.
4. Christensen, C. M. (1997). The Innovator’s Dilemma: When New Technologies
Cause Great Firms to Fail. Harvard Business Review Press.
5. Kim, W. C., & Mauborgne, R. (2005). Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create
Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant. Harvard Business
Review Press.
6. Kelley, T. (2001). The Art of Innovation: Lessons in Creativity from IDEO, America's
Leading Design Firm. Currency.
7. Mootee, I. (2013). Design Thinking for Strategic Innovation: What They Can't Teach
You at Business or Design School. Wiley.
8. Aulet, B. (2013). Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup.
Wiley.
9. Osterwalder, A., Pigneur, Y., Bernarda, G., & Smith, A. (2014). Value Proposition
Design: How to Create Products and Services Customers Want. Wiley.
10. Moore, G. A. (1991). Crossing the Chasm: Marketing and Selling High-Tech Products
to Mainstream Customers. Harper Business.

Instructor bio

Dr. K. S. Giridharan

National Institute Of Technical Teachers Training And Research, Chennai.

Dr. K. S. Giridharan is a professional in the field of Engineering Education, currently heading the Centre for Rural and Entrepreneurship Development. With a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Masters in HR Management and PhD in Engineering Education, he has dedicated nearly 21 years to the field.

His expertise lies in Pedagogy, Skill Development, and Rural & Entrepreneurship Development. He has enhanced educational practices through training programs in pedagogy and entrepreneurship, including outcome-based strategies, and has extended his influence globally through four international training initiatives.

Notably, his efforts in community empowerment focus on skill development for differently abled, rural, and marginalized groups. He champions inclusive education by designing curricula for both formal and non-formal courses. He has authored nearly 30 papers and 1 book contributing significantly to entrepreneurship and engineering education research. His current focus integrates innovation with skill development and entrepreneurship, furthering his impact in these sectors.

Course certificate

"The SWAYAM Course Enrolment and learning is free. However, to obtain a certificate, the learner must register and take the proctored exam in person at one of the designated exam centres. The registration URL will be announced by NTA once the registration form becomes available. To receive the certification, you need to complete the online registration form and pay the examination fee. Additional details, including any updates, will be provided upon the publication of the exam registration form. For more information about the exam locations and the terms associated with completing the form, please refer to the form itself."

 

Grading Policy:

 

- Internal Assignment Score: This accounts for 30% of the final grade and is calculated based on the average of the best three assignments out of all the assignments given in the course.

- Final Proctored Exam Score: This makes up 70% of the final grade and is derived from the proctored exam score out of 100.

- Final Score: The final score is the sum of the average assignment score and the exam score.

 

Eligibility for Certification:

 

- To qualify for a certificate, you must achieve an average assignment score of at least 10 out of 30, and an exam score of at least 30 out of 70. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get the certificate even if the Final score >=40/100.

Certificate Details:

 

- The certificate will include your name, photograph, roll number, and the percentage score from the final exam. It will also feature the logos of the Ministry of Education, SWAYAM, and NITTTR.

- Certificate Format: Only electronic certificates (e-certificates) will be issued; hard copies will not be dispatched.

 

Once again, thanks for your interest in our online courses and certification. Happy Learning.

 

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