Overview

The Business Model Workshop – “Plan. Pivot. Pitch.” is designed to help students understand how successful startups are built from scratch. Participants will learn the fundamentals of identifying real-world problems, designing effective solutions, developing customer-centric business models, and crafting a strong go-to-market strategy.

Through interactive sessions and mentor-led guidance, students will gain practical experience in transforming ideas into viable business models. The workshop concludes with a Business Model Competition, where teams present their startup ideas to a panel of judges and stand a chance to win rewards, certificates, and incubation opportunities at Sharda Launchpad.

 

Objectives of Event

The objective of the Business Model Workshop – “Plan. Pivot. Pitch.” is to equip students with the mindset, tools, and frameworks needed to convert innovative ideas into scalable business ventures.

 

PLAN. PIVOT. PITCH.

Business Model Workshop & Competition

Organized by E-Cell Sharda

Date: 7th–8th November 2025

Venue: Block 45, Sharda University

What is a Business Model Workshop?

It is a hands-on session where students learn how real startups are built — from identifying a problem and designing solutions to creating revenue models and pitching ideas like entrepreneurs.

What to Expect:

• Team-based competition on real-world business challenges

• Guidance from mentors on idea validation, strategy, and execution

• Rewards, certificates, and incubation opportunities through Sharda Launchpad

Last date to register: 6th November 2025 (till 4 PM)

Registration link: https://forms.gle/4aEZbwV6W8XEwM6S8

 

Learn. Build. Compete. Pitch your way to success.

 

Patrons:

  • Prof. (Dr.) Sibaram Khara, Vice-Chancellor, Mentor E-cell SU
 

Convener Details

  • Prof. (Dr.) Geeta Durga, Chairperson E-cell Sharda

Co-ordinators:

  • Dr. Suman Lata Dhar, Associate Professor
  • Faculty Advisors:
    • Dr. Amit Sehgal, Professor, Director Launchpad
    • Prof. (Dr.) Hari Shankar Shyam, Professor
    • Prof. (Dr.) Rimple Manchanda, Professor

Speaker Details:

  • Dr. Amit Sehgal, Director Launchpad
  • Prof. (Dr.) Rimple Manchanda, Professor