StartupWinterSchool
Build what matters this winter
A premium 7-day entrepreneurship program where students identify real-world problems, build innovative solutions, and pitch their ideas with confidence.
Hosted at NMIMS Campus
For Grade 8 – 12
7-Day Immersive Program
360+
Students Trained
20+
Batches Conducted
200+
Speaker Sessions
120+
Mentors Onboarded
Program Highlights
Startup Winter School helps students develop the mindset, skills, and confidence to turn ideas into action through real-world entrepreneurial learning.
Campus Immersion
Get access to NMIMS’ world-class infrastructure and a real university learning environment.
Industry-Led Knowledge Sessions
Gain insights from startup founders, corporate leaders, and experienced faculty members.
Capstone Startup Project
Build and present your startup idea to a panel of industry experts.
Experiential Visit
Grab opportunities for experiential visits to corporate and startup offices.
Entrepreneurial Mindset Building
Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, confidence, and decision-making skills.
Letter of Recommendation
Top-performing students will receive a Letter of Recommendation.
Program Overview
Residential
/
Non-residential
Save ₹10,000 on the program fee
Valid till August 23, 2026
CHOOSE YOUR BATCH
Program Materials
Meals & Refreshments
Mentorship & Guidance
Interactive Sessions
Safe Environment
Industry Exposure Visits
Program Modules
A structured, hands-on curriculum designed to introduce students to the complete startup journey — from identifying real-world problems and validating ideas to building products, developing business models, creating impactful brands, and confidently pitching to investors. Through interactive workshops, practical activities, industry insights, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, participants gain the entrepreneurial mindset and skills needed to transform innovative ideas into viable ventures.
Leadership & Vision to Start a Startup
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Problem Discovery, Design Thinking
- Idea Development & Conceptualisation
Market Research & Customer Discovery
- Market Research
- Creating Surveys & Collecting Insights
- Importance of Consumer Insights
Product Development & Prototyping
- Product Development Stages
- Diving Deep into Prototyping
- Building a Digital Prototype
Product Strategy & Business Modelling
- Business Model Canvas (BMC)
- Go-to-Market Strategy
- Patent, Trademark & IP
Marketing & Branding Strategies
- Understand Marketing & Brand Building
- Building Your Brand & Content Creation
- Digital Marketing Tools, Startup Visit
Fundraising & Art of Pitching
- Understand Fundraising, Financial Plan
- Where, How and When of Fundraising
- Art of Pitching, Final Presentations
Selection Process
1. Application
Submit your online application form.
2. Screening
Our team reviews your application and contacts shortlisted applicants.
3. Interview
A short interaction to understand your interest, curiosity, and entrepreneurial mindset.
4. Selection
Selected applicants receive a confirmation email with admission details.
5. Payment and Onboarding
Complete the program fee within 8–10 days to confirm your seat and begin the onboarding process.
Student & Parent Experiences
Real stories from our Startup School community.
Watch What They Have to Say
Watch more student and parent stories on our YouTube channel
Visit Channel“When I found Startup Summer School, I felt it was the perfect opportunity for my daughter. The biggest surprise was seeing how much she changed in just seven days. Even through our video calls, I could see the difference in her confidence.”
“When I enrolled my daughter, she believed she was already an entrepreneur. After attending, every time we spoke, she would say, ‘Mumma, there’s so much to learn.’ The program helped her see entrepreneurship as continuous learning.”
“Swarnim had just completed Grade 7 when he joined, making him the youngest founder in his cohort. He confidently presented his startup idea and secured 3rd place, presenting before judges from Ivy League institutions.”
Ready to Build
What’s Next?
Join a 7-day immersive experience where you’ll learn from industry experts, work on real-world problems, and turn ideas into impactful solutions.
Learn from mentors & founders
One year post-program mentorship
Certification from AIC-NMIMS
Limited seats. Early applications recommended.
studentprogram.aic@nmims.edu
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