Frequently asked questions

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed for undergraduate students and recent graduates from any academic discipline, as well as Class 12 students who have enrolled in an undergraduate programme.

As the programme is delivered in English, participants should be comfortable communicating and engaging in English. For detailed information and latest updates, visit our admissions webpage.

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is delivered over two months in a hybrid format, with two sessions each week.

Participants attend:

• Online sessions on Wednesday evenings
• Hybrid sessions on Saturday evenings,

with the flexibility to attend either online or on campus at SPJIMR, Mumbai.

Please note:

The schedule may be revised slightly due to faculty availability or unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed well in advance of any changes.

The curriculum is organised around the following themes:

• Understanding an entrepreneurial mindset
  Learning outcome: How can I develop an entrepreneurial mindset to identify opportunities, embrace challenges, and create value?
• Identifying opportunities
  Learning outcome: How do I identify real-world challenges, understand customer needs, and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities?
• Moving from an idea to a prototype
  Learning outcome: How can I transform my idea into a tangible prototype that brings my idea to life?
• Technology and AI for start-up innovation
  Learning outcome: How can technology and AI help solve business problems, improve productivity, and drive innovation?
• Understanding the cornerstones of starting a successful business
  Learning outcome: How do I understand the key pillars of starting and growing a successful business, including modern marketing, sales, finance, and business strategy?
• Design thinking and prototyping
  Learning outcome: How can I apply design thinking to create user-centric solutions and validate ideas through rapid prototyping?
• Building teams
  Learning outcome: How do I build effective teams, collaborate with others, and lead with confidence?
• Final business plan presentation
  Learning outcomes:
  • How can I effectively present my business idea and demonstrate my learning to a panel of experts?
  • How can I apply entrepreneurial thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving to address a real-world challenge?

Yes. You do not need to have a business idea to join the programme. The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed to nurture an entrepreneurial mindset and develop skills that are valuable across academic, professional, and entrepreneurial journeys.

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship helps CAT aspirants build a well-rounded profile by developing future-ready skills valued by leading B-schools and employers.

The programme enables participants to strengthen their CV through experiential learning while cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, leadership, teamwork, communication, and innovation.

These competencies can enhance a candidate’s overall MBA application and provide valuable discussion points during interviews, group discussions, and personal interactions.

Participants also receive a Certificate of Participation from SPJIMR, one of India’s leading B-schools, adding further value to their academic and professional profile.

Like an internship, the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship enables participants to apply entrepreneurial concepts to real-world challenges through experiential and project-based learning.

Participants work in teams to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions, strengthen their problem-solving and communication skills, and gain practical exposure to the entrepreneurial journey.

While an internship offers experience within an organisation, EnPower complements it by providing a structured entrepreneurial learning experience that equips participants with the mindset, knowledge, and practical skills to explore entrepreneurship, build something of their own, or apply entrepreneurial thinking in academic and professional pursuits.

Participants also develop future-ready skills such as leadership, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.

Yes. If you have completed your Class 12 examinations and have enrolled in an undergraduate programme, you are eligible to apply for the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship.

The programme provides an excellent opportunity to begin developing an entrepreneurial mindset early in your college journey. Through experiential learning, participants gain practical exposure to entrepreneurship, innovation, problem-solving, design thinking, AI, business fundamentals, and collaborative teamwork, helping them build a strong foundation for their academic, professional, and entrepreneurial aspirations.

This programme helps participants develop entrepreneurial intent and a mindset for business creation. It also strengthens their profile by enhancing their CV and supporting future career prospects, such as launching their own venture, pursuing higher education, or improving their employability.

While many undergraduates and recent graduates pursue certification courses to strengthen their CVs and develop new skills, the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship offers an accelerated, immersive learning experience in entrepreneurship.

Participants benefit from:

• A structured curriculum designed by one of India’s leading business schools.
• Mentorship from experienced faculty and industry leaders.
• Peer learning within a diverse cohort across multiple academic disciplines.
• Practical application of concepts through problem-solving exercises.
• A certificate that strengthens academic and career prospects.

This unique combination of academic rigour, real-world exposure, and mentorship makes EnPower far more than a co-curricular activity. It is a transformative programme that equips participants with practical entrepreneurial skills that remain valuable throughout their careers.

SPJIMR follows an experiential approach to entrepreneurship education, combining practical learning with concepts and frameworks relevant to today’s start-up ecosystem. Sessions are delivered by experienced experts and faculty from the start-up ecosystem.

A glimpse of classroom exercises:

No. The hybrid model provides participants the flexibility to attend sessions either online or on campus at SPJIMR, Mumbai. Attending in person is optional.

On completing the programme, participants become part of a network of like-minded peers and entrepreneurs associated with SPJIMR. They also gain opportunities for further upskilling, entrepreneurship support, and profile enhancement for higher education and career advancement.

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed for Class 12 students who have enrolled in college, undergraduate students, and recent graduates from any academic discipline. It focuses on developing an entrepreneurial mindset and building a strong foundation in entrepreneurship through experiential learning.

Participants explore opportunity identification, innovation, design thinking, AI, business fundamentals, teamwork, and problem-solving, enabling them to understand the entrepreneurial journey and develop the confidence to pursue entrepreneurial ideas in the future.

The Start Your Business (SYB) programme, on the other hand, is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and early-stage start-ups who are ready to transform an idea into a sustainable business. It provides in-depth knowledge, practical tools, mentorship, and guidance to help participants validate, launch, and grow their ventures over a four-month learning journey.

In short, EnPower develops entrepreneurial mindset and foundational skills, while SYB supports participants who are ready to build and scale a business.

If you are aware of unavoidable commitments, such as examinations or other academic engagements, that may prevent you from attending certain sessions, please inform the programme team before the programme begins.

To be eligible for the Certificate of Participation, participants must maintain a minimum attendance of 80%.

Session recordings may be made available for a limited period, subject to internal approvals and on a case-by-case basis.

The programme fee for the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is ₹25,000 + 18% GST.

The fee is payable in full at the time of admission.

Participants must complete the online application form.

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The application processing fee is ₹1,000 + 18% GST, payable via net banking, debit card, or credit card. Please note that the application fee is non-refundable.

The following documents must be uploaded with the application:

• A scanned copy of your highest academic qualification, certifying that it is a true copy.
• Proof of enrolment in college (college identity card, fee receipt, or admission letter).

Once the application is received, the Admissions team will review it and send a confirmation email. Successful applicants will receive details regarding programme fee payment and the remaining admission formalities.

Please note that admission to the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship cannot be deferred from one batch to another. As the programme follows a structured, cohort-based learning format, participants are expected to be fully committed and attend the batch for which they have enrolled.

No. The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship does not allow deferment from one batch to another. As the programme follows a structured, cohort-based learning model, participants are expected to be fully committed to the batch in which they enrol.

• The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed to help students develop an entrepreneurial mindset through a structured, experiential learning journey.
• The programme combines classroom learning with hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and real-world problem-solving, enabling participants to understand the entrepreneurial process from identifying opportunities to developing and presenting innovative solutions.
• The curriculum integrates entrepreneurship with design thinking, technology and AI, business fundamentals, integrated marketing, sales, finance, and teamwork, providing a holistic understanding of how ideas can be transformed into value.
• Delivered by SPJIMR faculty and industry experts in a flexible hybrid format, the programme enables participants to learn from experienced practitioners, collaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds, and gain practical exposure to entrepreneurship.
• Alongside entrepreneurial capabilities, participants develop critical thinking, creativity, leadership, collaboration, communication, and innovation, preparing them for entrepreneurship, higher education, and professional careers.

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is ideal for:

• Students who are curious about entrepreneurship and wish to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Students interested in exploring innovative ideas and learning how to transform them into viable solutions.
• Students who aspire to build something of their own or contribute to entrepreneurial and innovation-driven organisations.
• Students preparing for higher education, including MBA programmes, who wish to strengthen their academic and professional profile.
• Students who enjoy solving real-world problems, collaborating with others, and learning through experiential, project-based activities.
• Students who wish to develop essential entrepreneurial and future-ready skills such as leadership, creativity, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and innovation.

Yes. While EnPower is an entrepreneurship programme, it is equally valuable for anyone who wants to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

The programme helps participants identify opportunities, think creatively, solve problems, collaborate effectively, and make informed decisions. These are valuable capabilities whether you choose entrepreneurship, higher education, or a professional career.

• The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship complements classroom learning by providing practical, experiential exposure to entrepreneurship.
• While college education primarily focuses on academic concepts and disciplinary knowledge, EnPower enables participants to apply their learning to real-world challenges through interactive sessions, hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and a final business plan presentation.
• Participants learn to identify opportunities, think creatively, solve problems, work in teams, and develop innovative solutions under the guidance of SPJIMR faculty and industry practitioners.
• The programme also provides exposure to design thinking, technology and AI, business fundamentals, integrated marketing, sales, finance, and leadership, all of which are essential to understanding the entrepreneurial journey.
• By combining entrepreneurial learning with practical application, EnPower helps participants with the confidence, mindset, and skills to create meaningful impact, whether they aspire to build something of their own, pursue higher education, such as an MBA, or apply entrepreneurial thinking in their careers.

• The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship offers a distinctive learning experience by combining entrepreneurial thinking with experiential learning, practical application, and guidance from SPJIMR faculty, industry leaders, and practitioners.
• Designed specifically for undergraduate students, recent graduates, and Class 12 students who have enrolled in college, the programme builds a strong foundation in entrepreneurship through themes such as opportunity identification, design thinking, technology and AI, business fundamentals, modern marketing, sales, finance, teamwork, and leadership.
• Unlike programmes that focus primarily on theory, EnPower emphasises learning by doing. Participants engage in hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and a final business plan presentation, enabling them to apply entrepreneurial concepts to real-world challenges.
• Delivered in a flexible hybrid format, the programme also enables participants to learn alongside peers from diverse academic backgrounds, interact with experienced faculty and industry experts, and receive a Certificate of Participation from SPJIMR upon successful completion.
• Whether participants aspire to build something of their own, pursue higher education such as an MBA, or apply entrepreneurial thinking in their professional careers, EnPower provides them with the entrepreneurial mindset, knowledge, and practical skills to take the next step with confidence.

A hackathon is typically a short-term event where participants collaborate intensively to develop product-based solutions.

In contrast, the EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is a structured entrepreneurship development programme that nurtures an entrepreneurial mindset over an extended learning journey.

Beyond idea generation, the programme provides opportunities for profile-building, upskilling, and networking, while helping participants develop capabilities for entrepreneurship, higher education, and future careers.

Like an internship, EnPower provides opportunities to apply learning to real-world challenges. Participants experience the start-up journey by thinking, communicating, and collaborating like founders while working in a dynamic and practical team-based environment.

Applicants should have completed at least one semester (or six months) of undergraduate study to be eligible for the programme.

The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed for undergraduate students and recent graduates from any discipline. It focuses on developing entrepreneurial thinking and preparing young individuals to participate in India’s growing start-up ecosystem.

The Start Your Business (SYB) programme is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage start-ups. It provides practical knowledge, entrepreneurial skills, and the right mindset to build and scale sustainable ventures over a four-month learning journey.

Participants are encouraged to inform the programme team in advance if they are unable to attend any session (for example, because of examinations). As the scholarship component requires a minimum attendance of 80%, attendance is important.

Session recordings may be shared for a limited period, subject to internal approval and on a case-by-case basis.

The programme fee is ₹25,000 + GST.

Participants who successfully complete the programme with at least 80% attendance, attend all four weekends of learning, and deliver the final presentation will receive a scholarship of ₹5,000.

Fee structure:

• Programme fee: ₹25,000 + GST (18%) (payable at the time of admission)

To apply, candidates must complete the online application form and pay a non-refundable application processing fee of ₹1,000 + GST (18%) through net banking, a debit card, or a credit card.

The following documents must be uploaded with the application:

• A scanned copy of the highest academic qualification, certifying that it is a true copy of the original document.
• Proof of current college enrolment (college identity card, fee receipt, or letter from the college).

Once the application is received, the admissions team will review it and send a confirmation email. Shortlisted applicants will receive details regarding fee payment and the remaining admission formalities.

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Please note: The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship does not permit deferment from one batch to another under any circumstances. As this is a fast-track, scholarship-based entrepreneurship programme, applicants are expected to commit fully to the batch in which they enrol.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so there is no last day to apply. However, as the number of seats is limited, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

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Selection is based on the information provided in the application form. Where required, the admissions team may contact applicants for additional information or clarification.

We seek sincere and committed participants who are eager to develop entrepreneurial capabilities, strengthen their profile, enhance their career prospects, pursue higher education, or explore entrepreneurship.

No. Programme fees are non-refundable, and no exceptions are made once admission has been confirmed.

No. The EnPower Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship does not allow deferment from one batch to another under any circumstances, since it is a fast-track, scholarship-based entrepreneurship programme. Applicants are expected to participate in the batch for which they have enrolled.

For any further queries, please write to entrepreneurship@spjimr.org. Our admissions team will be happy to assist you.