2025-09-10

Title of the Session: Entrepreneurship: A Career Choice

Expert/Speaker Details

Dr. M. Vijaya Maheswari, Assistant Professor, Department of MCA, Francis Xavier Engineering College

Brief about Expert/Speaker: Mentor and Innovation Ambassador

Objective

To motivate the students about entrepreneurship as a viable and rewarding career path.

Outcome of the Activity

Students gained a clear perspective on the entrepreneurial ecosystem and were inspired to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

Remarks

On 23.08.2025 a session was organized on the title “Entrepreneurship: A Career Choice” by the Entrepreneurship Development Cell and Institution’s Innovation Council in association with the Department of MCA. The session was handled by Dr. M. Vijaya Maheswari, Assistant Professor, Department of MCA, Francis Xavier Engineering College. A total of 97 students and 2 faculty members participated in the program.

Key Highlights: The session highlighted the path of entrepreneurship, moving it from an abstract concept to a tangible career option.

Definitions and Concepts

Entrepreneurship is not just starting a company; it's a mindset of owning problems and creating value, applicable in startups, corporates, and social organizations.
It was presented as a journey of continuous learning, resilience, and impact, rather than a mere job title.
The ability to identify opportunities, take initiative, and build ventures that bring innovative ideas to the market.

Real-World Examples

Website Building
Baking Industry

Conclusion

Entrepreneurship is a challenging yet immensely fulfilling career choice that empowers individuals to be architects of the future, create jobs, and drive economic and social change. The session concluded by encouraging students to start with small projects and incubate their ideas.

Participant Details

Total Student Participation: 97

Total Staff (Teaching/Non-Teaching) Participation: 02

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