Inspiring the Engineering Students towards Innovation and Entrepreneurship

On 27.02.2024 a session on "Inspiring the Engineering students towards innovation and entrepreneurship" was organized by the Entrepreneurship Development Cell and IIC in association with the Department of AI&DS from 1.30PM –4.30PM. The session was handled by the resource person, Mr. C. Amarsingh Feroz, Associate professor, Dept of ECE, , Francis Xavier Engineering College. 46 students from second year AI&DS and 1 faculty of AI&DS department participated in the program. The program was coordinated by Mrs.P.Sooriabrabha, Assistant Professor, Department of AI&DS.

The program started with the introduction of guest speaker, Mr. C. Amarsingh Feroz, Associate professor, Dept of ECE by Mrs.P.Sooriabrabha. The guest speaker explained the concept of innovation and the major role it plays in developing the startups. He gave few examples for the innovations made and the business opportunities available to involve in entrepreneurial activities. He inspired the engineering students towards innovation and entrepreneurship by explaining the importance of involving in developing innovative products. It is imperative to foster a culture of creativity, problem-solving, and risk-taking within academic environments. Incorporating practical, project-based learning experiences and real-world challenges into the curriculum can stimulate students’ entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking. Providing access to mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities with successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders can offer invaluable guidance and inspiration. Additionally, organizing workshops, seminars, and competitions focused on innovation and entrepreneurship can further ignite student’s passion and drive to pursue entrepreneurial ventures. By nurturing a supportive ecosystem that encourages experimentation, collaboration, and resilience, engineering students can be empowered to translate their ideas into impactful solutions and ventures, driving positive change in society while fulfilling their entrepreneurial aspirations. Through this program, participants showed keen interest in the concepts, methodologies and gave satisfactory feedback at the end of the session.