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Post Graduate Diploma in Management – IEV

About PGDM - IEV

The PGDM-Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Development (PGDM-IEV) is a two-year, full-time programme, approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Technology and innovations have facilitated revolutionary breakthroughs that have significantly impacted lives, and behind every such radical origination, is an entrepreneur who thought different and out of the box. Tech startups have created unique and creative solutions by application of big data, analytics platforms and artificial intelligence.

The objective of this programme is to train aspiring and existing entrepreneurs on developing ventures at an early stage of opportunity life cycle. The programme is offered through EDII's Technology Business Incubator and fosters technology innovation in business in keeping with the Government of India's Start up Initiative.

The curriculum is outcome-oriented and enables students to validate ideas, innovate, test markets and build a successful technology-driven start up.

Vision

  • To nurture students through education supported by practicum, enabling them to create sustainable ventures and develop capable successors who ensure the continuity and growth of family-owned businesses.

Mission

  • To impart entrepreneurial skills that enable students to establish, nurture, and grow enterprises while creating employment.
  • To shape emerging entrepreneurs through strong functional knowledge, research, and training, preparing them to address challenges in new and growing ventures, particularly in the MSME sector.
  • To facilitate the development of an academic ecosystem that actively nurtures and supports an entrepreneurial culture.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

  • PEO1: Apply entrepreneurial and innovation knowledge to create and manage ventures.
  • PEO2: Demonstrate critical thinking to develop, validate, and scale business ideas.
  • PEO3: Practice ethical and socially responsible entrepreneurship.
  • PEO4: Adapt to dynamic global startup ecosystems and market trends.
  • PEO5: Communicate, pitch, and lead ventures effectively.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

  • PO1: Domain Knowledge : Understand entrepreneurship, innovation, business models, and venture development.
  • PO2: Critical Thinking : Analyze ideas, develop prototypes, and make informed business decisions.
  • PO3: Ethically Responsive : Apply ethical practices in entrepreneurial and business activities.
  • PO4: Dynamic Global Business : Understand global startup ecosystems and market dynamics.
  • PO5: Effective Communication : Communicate and market ideas effectively to stakeholders.
  • PO6: Enterprise Creation and Management : Create, launch, and manage entrepreneurial ventures.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

  • PSO 1: Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and innovation-oriented thinking.
  • PSO 2: Build skills for venture creation, development, and growth.
  • PSO 3: Apply innovation and entrepreneurship concepts through experiential learning.
  • PSO 4: Prepare students to lead startups, family businesses, and social enterprises.
  • PSO 5: Develop competencies in venture financing, incubation, and innovation ecosystem management.
Course Architecture

The PGDM-IEV (Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Development) is a two-year, four-semester programme designed to transition students from ideation to a fully incubated venture. The curriculum balances core management principles with high-intensity action learning through the Startup Garage and Ecosystem Engagement modules.

I Year – Semester I
S.No. Course Name Course Mode Credit
1 Management Concepts and Organisational Behavior Classroom 2
2 Marketing : A Primer for Entrepreneurs Classroom 2
3 Financial Reporting, Statement & Ananlysis Classroom 2
4 Business Economics Classroom 2
5 Design Thinking and Innovation Management Classroom 2
6 Incubation, Innovation & Start-up Landscape Classroom 2
7 Elective 1 (to be selected from the list of Swayam Courses) MOOC- Swayam 2
8 Elective 2 (to be selected from the list of Swayam Courses) MOOC- Swayam 2
9 Business Communication Classroom 2
10 Startup Garage: 1 - -  Opportunity Mapping
  • Proof of Concept
  • Prototyping
 Capstone Project 2
Total 20
I Year – Semester II
S.No. Course Name Course Mode Credit
1 Finance for Startup Classroom 2
2 Marketing Research Classroom 2
3 Cost and Management Accounting for Startup Classroom 2
4 Legal Aspect of Business Classroom 2
5 Human Resource Management Classroom 2
6 Elective 2 (to be selected from the list of Swayam Courses) MOOC- Swayam 2
7 Elective 3 (to be selected from the list of Swayam Courses) MOOC- Swayam 2
8 AI for Entreprenurs Online 2
9 Startup Garage: II
  • Value Proposition Canvas
  • Business Model Canvas
  • Business Case Presentation
 Capstone Project 2
10 Ecosystem Engagement-I (Students work on their project, attend webinars and seminars related to their project and submit a report on it) Action learning 2
Total 20
Milestone for Ecosystem Engagement - I (2 Credits)
Week Topic Activities Check Points
1st – 2rd Week Idea Generation Write Professional Profile Submission of atleast two business idea with SWOT analysis
3rd -6th  Week Idea Validation Conduct Market Survey for idea validation Submit market survey report with analysis (sample size 50 offline and 300 online)
7th -8th Week Business Model Prepare Business Canvas Model Register Business idea in Yukti portal
9th – 10th Week Elevator Pitch Prepared video elevator pitch Submit elevator pitch
11th – 12th Week Business Idea Validation (POC) Apply for SSIP Grant/Hackathon Submit feedback received from panel members
13th -14th Week Prototype Development Develop Prototype Submit navigation flow or core value proposition
15th – 16th Week Demonstrate a product prototype Participation in trade exhibition/startup fair Submit feedback received from the visitors
Summer Internship : 4.0 credits
II Year – Semester III
S.No. Course Name Course Mode Credit
1 Design Driven Startup Creation Classroom 2
2 New Enterprise Financing & Appraisal Classroom 2
3 Sales & Distribution Management Classroom 2
4 Elective-4 (to be selected from the list of Elective Subjects) Classroom 2
5 Elective-5 (to be selected from the list of Elective Subjects) Classroom 2
6 Outbound Skill Training-III (to be selected from the list of Outbound Skill Training Courses) Online 2
7 Elective 4 (to be selected from the list of Swayam Courses) MOOC/Swayam 2
8 Ecosystem Engagement-II
Project Work and Incubation –
Milestone Achievement & Journal 		Action learning 4
Total 20
Milestone for Ecosystem Engagement - II (4 Credits)
Week Topic Activities Check Points
1st – 3rd Week Validate Prototype Rgistere Busieness idea in Yukti portal as a business Prototype Evaluation based on Unique selling proposition (USP) and Technology Rediness Level (TRL)
4rd -5th  Week Legal structure Planning Find out which legal structure suitable for the start-up Submit Report with justification or registere start-up
6th -8th Week Technical Analysis Find out CAPAX requirement and obtain quotation from the supplier Submit quotation/ventor letter with CAPAX Calculation
9th – 10th Week Technical Analysis Find out Government scheme or policy and mandatory requirement to register for startup Submit report on Government scheme or Regulatory compliance apply to business idea
11th – 13th Week Product testing Test the product in the laboratory/ Apply for Patent,Trademarks or Copy Right Submit feedback or laboratory test report Evaluation based on TRP Level
14th – 16th Week Unit Matrix Calculate Cost Structure Submit Unit Matrix
17th – 18th Week Validate MVP Detail Market Survey to validate MVP and Business Model Submit Interim Report and Pitch business report in from of panel members for assessment
II Year – Semester IV
S.No. Course Name Course Mode Credit
1 Venture Growth Planning Classroom 2
2 Business to Business Marketing Classroom 2
3 Quality Management Systems Classroom 2
4 Elective-6 (to be selected from the list of Elective Subjects) Classroom 2
5 Elective-7 (to be selected from the list of Elective Subjects) Classroom 2
6 Elective-8 (to be selected from the list of Elective Subjects) Classroom 2
7 Outbound Skill training - IV (to be selected from the list of Outbound Skill Training Courses) Online 2
8 Ecosystem Engagement-III (Students work on their project, attend webinars and seminars related to their project and submit a report on it) Action Learning 4
Total 18
Milestone for Ecosystem Engagement - III (4 Credits)
Week Topic Activities Check Points
1st – 2rd Week Product Market Fit Prepare marketing /promotional material and registere domain Submit promotional material and functional website
3rd -4th Week Product Market Fit Achieve pre sale to validate product in the market Submit first sale related documents and feedback report
5rd -8th  Week Validate MVP Revise MVP after feed back received from Market survey -1 and revadidate again by doing market survey -2 Submit market research report with go to market  pricing strategy in detail
9th -10th Week Implementation Plan Prepared implementation plan, finalized cost of project and menas of finance Review and approve cost of project and means of finance
11th – 12th Week Startup formation Prepare operational plan, enter into agreement with supplier and other stakeholders DPIIT registration and other regulatory compliance
13th – 14th Week Financial Project Finalise 5 years projected financial statements Review projected financial statements
15th – 16th Week Final business plan submission Prepare final business plan report Submit Final Report and Pitch business report in from of panel members for assessment
List of Elective Subjects
S.No. Course Name Credits
1 Entrepreneurial Mindset & Methods 2.0
2 Business Model Innovation 2.0
3 Design Thinking and Innovation Management 2.0
4 Incubation, Innovation & Startup Landscape 2.0
5 Entrepreneurial Leadership and Team Building 2.0
6 Manpower Planning, Recruitment, and Selection 2.0
7 Integrated Marketing Communications 2.0
8 Sales and Distribution Management 2.0
9 Business-to-Business Marketing 2.0
10 Business Valuation for Startup 2.0
11 Business Analysis Using Financial Statements 2.0
12 Technology Commercialisation and Entrepreneurrial Innovation 2.0
13 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management 2.0
14 Digital Marketing for Startups 2.0
15 Supply Chain & Logistics Management 2.0
Sample List of Outbound Skill Training Courses*
Sample List of Outbound Skill Training Courses*
S.No. Course Name Credits
1 Startup India Learning Program 1.0
2 Digital Transformation in Practice 1.0
3 Inbound Marketing 1.0
4 Professional Soft Skill 1.0
5 Understanding Design Thinking 1.0
6 Enhancing Soft skill and Personality 1.0
7 Consumer Behaviour 1.0
8 Enterprise Risk Management for Startup 1.0
9 Business Analysis 1.0
10 Business Intelligence Fundamentals 1.0

• https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/reources/online-courses.html
• https://swayam.gov.in/

*One credit = 30 hours (15 hours of classroom learning & 15 hours of notional learning hours which would be evaluated)
*The EDII reserves the right to make amendments, additions, deletions, and modifications to this course’s architecture.

Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria

🇮🇳 Indian Nationals

  • 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree (10+2+3) OR
  • 4-Year Degree (10+2+4)
  • Recognized by UGC / AIU / AICTE
  • Minimum: 50% (45% Reserved)
  • Accepted Exams: CAT / MAT / XAT / ATMA / CMAT / GMAT / CUET
  • Final-year students eligible
  • Intake: 30 Seats
Selection Process

🖥️ Online Application

  • Submit online form
  • Processing fee applicable
  • ₹1,500 – General
  • ₹1,000 – Female & Reserved
  • Online payment modes
Apply Online

🧠 Entrepreneurial Aptitude Test (EAT)

  • Entrepreneurial aptitude assessment
  • Innovation & opportunity recognition
  • Problem-solving orientation
  • Online / Offline mode

🎤 Personal Interview (PI)

  • Entrepreneurial intent evaluation
  • Leadership & decision-making
  • Communication skills
  • Conducted by EDII panel

Fee Structure

Fee Structure – PGDM-IEV (2026–2028)

Instalment Date of Payment Non-Residential (₹) Residential – Double Sharing (₹)
I Year
First On Registration 1,34,430* 1,89,430**
Second 11 September 2026 1,34,850 1,64,850
Third 13 December 2026 1,26,720 1,51,710
TOTAL (I Year) 3,96,000 5,05,990
II Year
Fourth 16 April 2027 1,39,720 1,74,720
Fifth 17 September 2027 1,32,150 1,57,150
Sixth 17 December 2027 1,12,130 1,32,140
TOTAL (II Year) 3,84,000 4,64,010

Important Notes

  • * Includes ₹10,000 towards caution money deposit.
  • ** Includes ₹10,000 towards caution money deposit and ₹20,000 towards security deposit for hostel and electricity charges.

Component-wise Fee Break-up

Component Amount (₹)
Registration 1,000
Academic / Tuition Fee 5,76,000
Computer, Library & Other Facilities 78,000
Students' Activity and Industry Visit 85,000
Caution Money, Alumni Fee & Convocation Charges 40,000
Total 7,80,000

Hostel Fee

Hostel fee @ ₹80,000 per year.

*For the updated fee structure, kindly contact the PGP Secretariat.

Email ID: pgp@ediindia.org
Contact No.: 079-69104941 / 079-69104942

Fee Structure

Fee Structure – PGDM-IEV (2026–2028)

Instalment Date of Payment Non-Residential (₹) Residential – Double Sharing (₹)
I Year
First On Registration 1,34,430* 1,89,430**
Second 11 September 2026 1,34,850 1,64,850
Third 13 December 2026 1,26,720 1,51,710
TOTAL (I Year) 3,96,000 5,05,990
II Year
Fourth 16 April 2027 1,39,720 1,74,720
Fifth 17 September 2027 1,32,150 1,57,150
Sixth 17 December 2027 1,12,130 1,32,140
TOTAL (II Year) 3,84,000 4,64,010

Important Notes

  • * Includes ₹10,000 towards caution money deposit.
  • ** Includes ₹10,000 towards caution money deposit and ₹20,000 towards security deposit for hostel and electricity charges.

Component-wise Fee Break-up

Component Amount (₹)
Registration 1,000
Academic / Tuition Fee 5,76,000
Computer, Library & Other Facilities 78,000
Students' Activity and Industry Visit 85,000
Caution Money, Alumni Fee & Convocation Charges 40,000
Total 7,80,000

Hostel Fee

Hostel fee @ ₹80,000 per year.

*For the updated fee structure, kindly contact the PGP Secretariat.

Email ID: pgp@ediindia.org
Contact No.: 079-69104941 / 079-69104942

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