ENTREPRENEURSHIP
LAUNCHPAD
FROM XLRI LEADERSHIP EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT
About XLRI
XLRI – Xavier School of Management is India’s oldest B-school, founded in 1949 in
Jamshedpur by the Jesuit Society. With over 75 years of excellence, it has
produced generations of ethical and impactful leaders across industries.
Globally Ranked and Accredited
XLRI is among the top management institutions in India, ranked 9th in NIRF 2024.
It holds prestigious international accreditations like AACSB, AMBA, and NBA,
reinforcing its global credibility and academic standards.
Strong Focus on Leadership Development
From classroom learning to experiential activities, XLRI prioritizes leadership
development through case studies, internships, and industry collaborations.
Why Choose This Course?
Unlock your entrepreneurial potential with XLRI’s expert faculty.
• Learn directly from XLRI’s distinguished faculty and seasoned industry experts.
• Gain practical skills using AI and advanced tools to build innovative startups.
• Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset to identify real challenges and create
impactful solutions.
• Engage in live interactive sessions, personalized mentorship, and collaborative
peer learning.
• Dedicate a full month to master pitching techniques and raise funds
confidently before real investors.
• Receive a prestigious XLRI certification of completion that enhances your
credibility and career prospects.
Course Details
Course Duration Time Commitment
6 Months 6-8 hours per week
Certification
From XLRI Leadership Education and Development
Course Curriculum
Module 01:
Getting into Founder’s Mindset
• Understand key traits of successful entrepreneurs
• Discover your personal ‘why’ and motivation as a founder
• Learn to align passion with real-world problems
• Build a resilient and growth-oriented mindset
Module 02:
Problem-Solving & Idea Discovery
• Use design thinking and empathy mapping to understand customers
• Conduct effective customer interviews and research
• Validate assumptions early to avoid wasted effort
• Discover real problems worth solving
Module 03:
Prototyping, Building & Product-Market Fit
• Learn product thinking tailored for startup founders
• Build MVPs quickly with no-code and low-code tools
• Collect and analyze user feedback for improvements
• Achieve and measure product-market fit
Module 4:
Marketing, Traction & Brand Building
• Develop go-to-market and growth hacking strategies
• Implement digital marketing techniques like SEO and social media
• Build and maintain a strong brand identity
• Generate traction through creative marketing campaigns
Module 5:
Business Models, Money & Fundraising
• Understand various startup business models and revenue streams
• Learn startup finance basics: unit economics, CAC, LTV
• Design effective pitch decks for investors
• Master storytelling to secure funding
Module 6:
Scaling, Teams & Demo Day
• Build and lead effective founding teams
• Cultivate startup culture and leadership skills
• Manage operations for scalable growth
• Prepare and present a compelling Demo Day pitch
Our Instructors
Dr. Arindam Mondal
Associate Professor, XLRI (Xavier School of Management
Currently working as an Associate Professor in the Strategic Management Area at
XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur (XLRI). He has a Ph.D in Strategic
Management from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Calcutta. He also
holds a B.E. (Electrical Engineering, with Honours) from IIEST, Shibpur. He has been
researching the broader area of multinationals from emerging economies and
their business strategies for the last ten years. He has published his research work
in many reputed international journals such as Global Strategy Journal,
Management International Review, Journal of Business Research, International
Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, etc. He has presented his research
work at multiple international management conferences in India, the USA, Canada,
Mexico, South Korea, Italy, and Denmark. His teaching interest lies in the fields of
Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship and New Venture creation, Emerging
Market Strategy, and Family Business Strategy.
Admission Process
Clear Qualifier Test
You must pass the exam to confirm your seat for the program.
Complete Onboarding
Only shortlisted candidates go through the onboarding process.
Start Learning
Learn from India's top educators and stand out from the crowd.
Fees Structure
Option 1 Option 2
Upfront EMI
Through Masai’s NBFC partners
Secure Seat Fee ₹3,000 ₹3,000
(Non-Refundable)
Remaining Course Fee ₹60,000 ₹7,334 x 9 months
(Non-Refundable)
Total Program Fee ₹63,000 + GST** ₹69,006 + GST**
**GST at 18% extra, as applicable
WhatsApp: +91 97530 68796 | +91 81972 92840
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