Entrepreneurship

BEAT - LICET ENTREPRENEURSHIP CELL

The entrepreneurship cell of LICET (BEAT – Building Entrepreneurship Among Techies) is a student – run body that aims at instilling the spirit of entrepreneurship among the students. The core objective of BEAT is to help the students to realize the importance and the power of entrepreneurship through workshops, guest lectures, innovative games and competitions. They are supported with necessary resources such as fund, mentoring, consultation and networking. The cell was inaugurated on 27th August 2015 and 150 students volunteered as members till date. As one of the initiatives, the cell has started a stationery and a refreshment shop in the college premises. The shop also serves as a platform to sell their handcrafted products. The cell is planning to conduct a series of activities in the forthcoming years. Some of them include inviting entrepreneurs and business school professors to teach the basics and nuances of entrepreneurship. We have also planned to have business plan competitions and promote new initiatives by the student members.

ACTIVITIES BY LICET ENTREPRENEURSHIP CELL

Five Students from Mechanical Department have attended a workshop on entrepreneurship solely for Mechanical Engineering was organized by Anna University (CEG) at Chennai Institute of Technology (CIT), Kundrathur, in collaboration with SMK Fomra Institute of Technology on 23rd March 2015

BEAT organized its first “Startup Adventure” – Guest Lecture Series on 2nd March, 2016 for the entrepreneur cell members. Mr. Kaushik Mohan, Managing Director, CEAT, C&F and Founder, Midstreet and Mr.Fahad Javeed, Business Head , Samira Online were the guest speakers.

On 27th August 2016, along with Symposium, LISTA was organized where three stalls were put up in Visitor’s lounge (F15) by the students of various departments as a part of Entrepreneurship Cell’s activity. Sixteen Students from LICET has participated in the “Three days Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp” conducted by Centre for Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship at IIT Madras during 27 – 29 July 2016.

Five Students from LICET has attended an interactive session on “Youth & Innovation”, learning programme conducted by YI-Young Indians, held at Taj Coromandel, Chennai on 29th July’16

Twenty one Students from LICET has attended “The Indo-Global Education Summit and Expo, organized by the Indus Foundation“ was an exemplary summit held on 22-07-2017 at Taj Coromandel, Chennai. The Summit focused on the following fields such as Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

Two students from E-Cell had attended the UKISEEN Workshop held at IIT Madras which served as a platform to network with various eminent entrepreneurs from different parts of the country.

Loyola-ICAM College of Engineering and Technology (LICET) actively promotes innovation and entrepreneurial excellence through its Entrepreneurship Development Cell (ED Cell). The cell serves as a dynamic platform that encourages students to think creatively, identify real-world challenges, and develop sustainable and innovative solutions that contribute to society and industry.

A key initiative under the ED Cell is BEAT – Building Entrepreneurship Among Techies, a vibrant student-driven body dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial spirit among budding engineers. BEAT aims to create awareness about entrepreneurship and empower students through experiential learning, leadership development, and exposure to startup ecosystems.

BEAT was inaugurated on 27th August 2015, marking a significant step towards promoting entrepreneurship at LICET. Since its inception, the initiative has witnessed enthusiastic student participation, with more than 150 students volunteering as members, contributing actively to innovation and entrepreneurial activities within the institution.

The ED Cell and BEAT regularly organize workshops, guest lectures, startup awareness programs, innovation challenges, and business plan competitions to equip students with essential entrepreneurial skills. These initiatives provide valuable exposure to business development strategies, industry trends, and startup opportunities. Students are also supported with mentorship, professional consultation, networking opportunities, and financial awareness guidance to help them transform innovative ideas into viable ventures.

Over the years, LICET has seen a steady rise in students pursuing entrepreneurial careers across emerging sectors such as technology startups, manufacturing innovation, digital services, sustainability solutions, and social entrepreneurship. Several LICET alumni entrepreneurs have successfully established ventures that generate employment, introduce innovative products, and create meaningful social impact. Their achievements serve as inspiration for future innovators and strengthen the institution’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The ED Cell also promotes socially responsible entrepreneurship by encouraging students to develop solutions that address societal challenges and support sustainable development. Through continuous industry collaboration, student engagement, and institutional support, the ED Cell remains committed to building a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

The Entrepreneurship Development Cell at LICET continues to inspire students to move beyond conventional career paths, empowering them to become innovators, job creators, and responsible contributors to society.

EVENTS CONDUCTED

AWARDS

LICET was selected as the “winning college of Enantra’17 (held at Anna University)” based on the active participation of the students, presentation of content and Scored secured. The activities the students participated were Uber pitch, Marketing Marathon, Spin the Wheel, Strategy Master and Grand Master.