The Role of Engineers in the Development of Entrepreneurship

On 28.5.2024 a session on “The Role of Engineers in the Development of Entrepreneurship” was organized by the Entrepreneurship Development Cell and IIC in association with the Department of AI&DS. The session was handled by Ms.Agnes Joshy S , Department of IT, FXEC. 44 students from first year AI&DS and 1 faculty participated in the program. The program was coordinated by Mrs P. Sooriabrabha , Assistant professor, Department of AI&DS from 1.30PM –4.00PM.

The program started with the introduction of guest speaker, Ms.Agnes Joshy S , Department of IT , FXEC by Mrs.P.Sooriabrabha Assistant professor Department of AI&DS . The resource person discussed the following points in the session. Engineers play a pivotal role in the development of entrepreneurship through their innovative mindset, problem-solving abilities, and technical expertise. They are the architects behind the creation of new products, services, and technologies that form the foundation of entrepreneurial ventures. Engineers contribute to entrepreneurship by developing scalable solutions to societal challenges, designing efficient processes, and optimizing resource utilization. Their understanding of market needs and technological advancements enables them to identify business opportunities and drive innovation within startups and established companies alike. Moreover, engineers often serve as cofounders or key team members in entrepreneurial ventures, bringing their technical acumen and entrepreneurial spirit to the forefront of the development process. Thus, engineers serve as catalysts for entrepreneurial success by bridging the gap between ideas and tangible outcomes, ultimately driving economic growth and societal progress. At the end of the session feedback link was shared to the students and collected the feedback. The interaction between the students and the guest speaker was highly motivating and students gathered more information from the guest speaker.