Center for Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation
Vision:
At the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation (CEDI), we envision creating a thriving ecosystem that fosters a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. Our aim is to empower individuals to explore their entrepreneurial potential, catalyze transformative ideas, and drive sustainable growth. By nurturing a dynamic space for ideation, collaboration, and skill development, we strive to be a catalyst for economic and societal progress.
Perceptive and objectives
Establishment of a Centre for Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation at Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, as a joint initiative of the Department of Commerce & Department of Management and Professional Studies. This centre aims to foster a culture of entrepreneurship, drive innovation, and contribute to socio-economic development in the region. By offering a comprehensive range of programs, resources, and support services, the centre will empower students, faculty, and the wider community to develop entrepreneurial mindsets and thrive in the dynamic business landscape.
The Centre Objectives:
Expected Outcomes:
Team of CEDI
Sl. No. |
Name of the Person |
Designation |
Department |
Role in CEDI |
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Dr. (Fr.) Saju MD |
Principal |
RCSS |
Patron |
|
Dr. (Fr.) M K Joseph CMI |
Dean |
Department of Commerce, Management and Professional Studies |
Dean, CEDI |
|
Dr. Pradeep P N |
Assistant Professor |
Management and Professional Studies |
Coordinator |
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Dr. C.T. Francis,
|
Head of the Department |
Dept of Commerce |
Member |
|
Dr. Ayana Johny,
|
Head of the Department |
Dept. of Management and Professional Studies |
Member |
|
Mr. Nebu Cherian P
|
Assistant Professor |
Dept. of Commerce |
Member |
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Mr. R.D. Brittoraj,
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Assistant Professor |
Dept. of Commerce |
Member |
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Mr. Vishnu N S
|
Assistant Professor |
Dept. of Commerce |
Member |
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Ms.Prethy Nagaraj,
|
Assistant Professor |
Dept. of Management and Professional Studies |
Member |
Institution’s Innovation Council (RCSS_IIC)
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), has instituted the 'MHRD's Innovation Cell (MIC)' with the objective of systematically cultivating an atmosphere of innovation within all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The principal mission of MIC is to inspire, motivate, and nurture young students by providing support for the development of new ideas and their transformation into prototypes during their formative years.
MIC aims to promote the establishment of 'Institution's Innovation Councils (IICs)' in selected HEIs. A network comprising these IICs will be created to foster innovation within the institutions through diverse approaches, thereby building an innovation promotion eco-system on the campuses.
Major focus of IIC
To create a vibrant local innovation ecosystem. Start-up supporting Mechanism in HEIs. Prepare institute for Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements Framework. Establish Function Ecosystem for Scouting Ideas and Pre-incubation of Ideas. Develop better Cognitive Ability for Technology Students.
Functions of IICs
Team of IIC
Sl. No. |
Name |
Roles |
Department |
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Fr.(Dr. Saju M.D. CMI |
President |
RCSS |
|
Fr.(Dr.) MK Joseph CMI |
Vice President |
Commerce, Management and Professional Studies |
|
Dr. Pradeep P N |
Convener |
Management and Professional Studies |
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Dr. Binoy Joseph |
ARIIA Coordinator/NIRF Coordinator |
RCSS |
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Mr. Nebu Cherian |
IPR Coordinator |
Commerce |
|
Dr. Sabeen Govind |
Innovation Activity |
Computer Science |
|
Mr. Britoraj |
Startup Coordinator |
Commerce |
|
Ms. Preethy Nagraj |
Internship Coordinator |
Management and Professional Studies |
|
Ms. Mahesh K M |
Social Media |
Commerce |
|
Ms. Shiji N |
Member |
Social Work |
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Mr. Ebin Babu P |
Member |
Management and Professional Studies |
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Ms. Devi S Nair |
Member |
Management and Professional Studies |
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Mr. Anas A P |
Member |
Computer Science |
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Mr. Davis George
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External Member |
External, Alumini Entrepreneur |
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Mr. M A Ali
|
External Member |
External, President, KSSIA, EKM |
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Ms. Haritha Gopinath
|
External Member |
External, Banking, SBI, Manager |
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Mr. Adarsh Saji |
Startup Coordinator |
Student (BBA, III Year) |
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Ms. Raavi Vishwaja |
Member, Startup |
Student (BBA, II Year) |
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Mr. Pournami |
Social Media, |
Student (BBA, I Year) |
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Mr. Kuriachan Sanjai |
IPR Coordinator |
Student (BCom-Model 1, F&T (A Batch) |
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Ms. Nayana Anna Varghese |
Member, IPR |
Student (BCom-Model 1, F&T (A Batch) |
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Mr. Abey Thomson |
Innovation Coordinator |
Student (MCA I Year) |
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Ms. Revathi Jayakumar |
Member, Innovation |
Student (MCA I Year) |
|
Ms. Sharlett Shibu |
Member, Startup |
Student (Model 1 FT A batch Sem 1) |
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Don Sabu Varkey
|
Member |
Model 2 C Batch - 3rd Sem |
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Joel C Poothuran Mathew
|
Internship Coordinator |
( 1 BBA) |
|
Antony
|
Member, |
(MSW 1st year) |
|
Nqobile Ritah Masimula
|
Member |
BSW second year |
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDCRCSS-Startup Mission)
In various educational institutions such as Engineering, Management, Arts & Science Colleges, Medical Institutions, Polytechnics, and Universities, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centres (IEDCs) serve as platforms fostering experimentation and innovation. Kerala Startup Mission has established IEDCs in 341 institutions across the state, providing students with opportunities to transform creative ideas into viable products and services. These centers serve as the initial launch pad for students' entrepreneurial journeys, offering access to cutting-edge technology, world-class infrastructure, mentorship, early-stage capital, and global exposure. The RCSS Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centres (RCSSIEDC) collaborate with IIC and Gyan Prayag Incubation Centre, organizing events focused on innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. The Business Spark challenge encourages students to devise solutions for everyday problems, promoting and supporting their entrepreneurial ventures.
Mission
Empower stakeholders to innovate and prototype groundbreaking ideas, aligning with industrial standards. Establish a dynamic business network equipped with essential infrastructure, fostering collaboration with Government, industry, and esteemed global academic institutions. Our mission is to assist individuals in setting new benchmarks in the business realm, creating impactful contributions through RCSSIEDC.
Vision
Empowering visionary entrepreneurs, RCSSIEDC strives to be a self-sustained incubator fostering innovation with social impact, cultivating entrepreneurship for national economic and social advancement
Team of IEDC at RCSS
Name |
Designation |
Department |
Mail ID |
Role in IEDC |
Dr. (Fr.) Saju MD |
Principal |
RCSS |
principal@rajagiri.edu |
Patron |
Fr. (Dr.) Joseph MK, CMI |
Dean |
Commerce & Management and Professional Studies |
emkay@rajagiri.edu |
Nodal Officer |
Dr. Pradeep P N |
Assistant Professor |
Management and Professional Studies |
pradeep@rajagiri.edu |
Nodal Officer |
Ms. Devi S. Nair |
Assistant Professor |
Management and Professional Studies |
devi@rajagiri.edu |
Nodal Officer |
RCSS has always promoted entrepreneurship and capacity development through its curriculum and field action projects. Understanding the need of the hour and the role of incubation centres in the nation building, RCSS has planned and setup a new state-of-the-art incubation centre. The centre aims at cultivating entrepreneurship attitude in the minds of students, supply them with adequate resources for the development of an enterprise and fuel them with wisdom to face the business demands. The centre also aims at developing social entrepreneurship and innovating techniques that can solve social problems.
‘Gyan’ refers to knowledge and ‘Prayag’ is the meeting place of holy Rivers the Yamuna and the Ganges. Thus ‘Gyan Prayag’ is the Confluence of knowledge to create a world of innovations that enhances opportunities. Gyan Prayag handholds the students and alumni with innovative ideas, to develop into fully seasoned entrepreneurs with ample facilities to kick start their creative ideas. The Confluence guarantees you the most creative working ambiance where dreams can be converted into realities.
Objectives
GYAN PRAYAG INCUBATION CENTER
The state-of-the-art Incubation Centre boasts of world class support services which targets the budding entrepreneurs among the students and alumnus of RCSS who are well equipped with a enterprising plan. The centre also acts as an inspiring, educating and development centre for business aspirants of RCSS family.The centre is divided into three zones to facilitate a smooth transition of students from idea generation to commercialisation of ideas.
Zone 1
The zone 1 is a common place for all entrepreneurship aspirants and comprises a seminar hall which will be used for brainstorming, research and analysis, training and gathering. This zone will be used as an idea germination area and a common meeting place. All the aspirants will be meeting here for discussions, debates, activities, learning and planning. This zone will be also an abode for the preliminary phases of starting a business. The formation of the company, its initial operations and nascent stage will be facilitated at zone 1. This zone is also equipped with a mini conference hall which can be used for meetings, company discussions and review.
Zone 2
Successful ideas germinated in zone 1 and that are market viable enterprising will be elevated from zone 1 to zone 2 of the incubation centre after the review by advisory committee. There will be continuous evaluation of the companies from the time of inception in zone 1 and they will be considered for the elevation only after successfully clearing the review process by Advisory Committee. All business units which are potentially ready in establishing a well- developed organisational structure, a strong business model and operation stability will be considered for accommodating in zone 2. The following facilities will be available in zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 3 is a facility inside the centre which caters to all the basic requirements to run a start-up company which is reaching close to its graduation. Here the companies will have individual private space for their operations, furniture, closed cubicle, LAN and landline phone connections. A company will be considered by the advisory committee for its elevation from Zone 2 to Zone 3 once the following criteria are met
And any other criteria fixed by the Advisory Committee based on their discretion