Bojjam Narasimhulu Pharmacy College
The Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) is an institutional body established to promote entrepreneurial culture among students. It aims to encourage innovation, creativity, and self-employment by providing guidance, training, and support to aspiring entrepreneurs. The EDC acts as a platform where students can transform their ideas into viable business ventures and develop leadership and problem solving skills.
Our Vision
To create a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures entrepreneurial mindset and develops successful, ethical, and innovative entrepreneurs who contribute to economic and social development.
Our Mission
- To motivate students to take up entrepreneurship as a career option.
- To provide knowledge, skills, and practical exposure related to entrepreneurship.
- To support start-ups and innovative ideas through mentoring and resources.
- To build strong industry institution linkages.
Objectives
- To develop entrepreneurial competencies among students.
- To promote innovation and start-up culture in educational institutions.
- To provide training in business planning, management, and leadership.
- To facilitate interaction with successful entrepreneurs and industry experts.
- To support students in starting and sustaining their own enterprises.
Functions of Entrepreneurship Development Cell
- Promotes self-employment and reduces dependency on traditional jobs.
- Encourages innovation and creative problem solving.
- Contributes to economic growth and job creation.
- Develops leadership, confidence, and decision-making skills.
- Helps students convert ideas into successful enterprises.
- Strengthens industry academia collaboration.
Key Functions of the Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC):
Creation of Entrepreneurship Awareness
The cell creates awareness about entrepreneurship as a viable and rewarding career option. It conducts awareness programs, seminars, and motivational talks highlighting the role of entrepreneurs in economic development and employment generation.
Training and Skill Development Programs
EDC organizes structured training programs to develop essential entrepreneurial skills such as business communication, leadership, negotiation, marketing, and financial management. These programs help students gain confidence to start and manage enterprises.
Promotion of Innovation and Idea Generation
The cell encourages innovative thinking by organizing ideathons, hackathons, and brainstorming sessions. Students are motivated to identify real life problems and develop innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions that can be converted into business ideas. Through continuous activities, the EDC creates a positive entrepreneurial environment in the institution. It encourages self-employment, innovation, and ethical business practices among students.
Mentoring and Expert Guidance
The cell facilitates mentoring support through experienced faculty members, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. Mentors guide students at every stage from idea validation to business execution helping them overcome challenges and make informed decisions.
Industry Interaction and Networking
EDC acts as a bridge between students and industry. It organizes industrial visits, guest lectures, and networking events that help students understand market realities, industry expectations, and emerging business opportunities.
Monitoring and Evaluation of Entrepreneurial Activities
EDC regularly monitors the progress of student start-ups and entrepreneurial activities. Feedback and corrective measures are provided to improve performance and ensure long term success.
Composition of EDC
| S.No | Name of Member | Designation | Key Role / Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr P. ManiChandrika | Principal | President |
| 2 | Dr Mitta Chaitanya | Associate Professor | Vice President |
| 3 | Dr K. Anitha | Associate Professor | Member |
| 4 | Dr R Kusuma | Associate Professor | Member |
| 5 | B Nagajyothi | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 6 | M. Sushma | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 7 | P. Spandhana | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 8 | B. Thrinitha | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 9 | V. Anusha | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 10 | K. Samyuktha | Assistant Professor | Member |