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Vinod Gupta School of Management
Placement Brochure 2023-24

E-Cell

The Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) at the Vinod Gupta School of
Management (VGSoM) is a student-driven organization with the
primary objective of promoting entrepreneurship and innovation
within the student body. The E-Cell offers a platform for students to
acquire knowledge about entrepreneurship, establish connections
with industry professionals, and nurture their own business
ideas. Throughout the year, the E-Cell hosts a variety of events,
including startup competitions and discussion forums. In addition
to these activities, the E-Cell provides mentorship and incubation
opportunities to assist students in transforming their entrepreneurial
concepts into reality.
One notable program offered by the E-Cell is “Learning Business
Outside Classrooms (LBOC),” which offers first-year students the
opportunity to engage in real-life projects and winter internships.
Additionally, the E-Cell organizes several important events:
Srijan: An Annual Business Plan Contest that allows aspiring
entrepreneurs to present their business ideas to venture capitalists
and investors, thereby encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship.
Vichaar: A Nationwide Case Study Competition that challenges
budding entrepreneurs to apply their strategic skills in solving real
business problems faced by various startups.
E-Summit: The event comprises a series of
V-Chaupal: This event features an open discussion forum where guest lectures, workshops, and competitions,
students can express their ideas within the VGSoM community and facilitating in-depth discussions on a wide range
contribute to the growth of the entrepreneurial spirit among VGSoM, of entrepreneurship-related topics and enabling
IIT Kharagpur students, enhancing their overall entrepreneurship students to gain a comprehensive understanding
knowledge. of entrepreneurship.

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