Entrepreneurship Program - Zell Education

Entrepreneurship Program

India’s 1st Experiential Startup Program-

Transform Your Ideas into Impactful Businesses.

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      How It Works?

      How It Works?

      Choose or Grow Your Business Idea

      Start Learning and Building

      Interact with Successful Entrepreneurs

      Consult Our Advisory Board

      Launch and Scale Your Startup

      How It Works?

      How It Works?

      Choose or Grow Your Business Idea

      Start Learning and Building

      Interact with Successful Entrepreneurs

      Consult Our Advisory Board

      Launch and Scale Your Startup

      Start Learning

      Find Your Why?
      15 Hours
      4 Case Studies
      The Founder's Compass: What Drives You?
      Passion vs. Profit: Which One Wins?
      Crafting a Mission That Inspires Action
      Why Some Ideas Thrive While Others Die?
      Turning Purpose into a Competitive Advantage
      Do They Even Care?
      20 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      The art of asking the right questions
      How to test an idea without bulding it ?
      The "mom test" method for honest feedback
      Spotting the red flags before its too late
      Pivot or persevere ? Making the right call
      Minimum Lovable Products
      21 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Why perfection skills startup ?
      Whats the smallest version of your idea ?
      Building a product people love , not just use
      How to launch before you're ready ?
      Gathering feedback without getting overwhelmed
      Build Your Tribe
      12 Hours
      4 Case Studies
      How to attract your first 100 superfans ?
      Why people join and stay in communities ?
      Turning early users into evangelists
      Creating belonging: more than just a customer ?
      Leveraging Social Proof to Build Trust
      Base Customer Obsession
      17 Hours
      4 Case Studies
      Why Happy Customers Sell for You ?
      Personalization: Making Every Customer Feel Like VIP
      Turning Complaints into Raving Fans
      The WOW Factor: Small Things That Make a Big Impact
      Measuring What Matters: Customer Experience Metrics That Count
      Leveraging social proof to build trust
      Sales Cures All
      18 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Selling Without Feeling Like a Salesperson
      The Psychology Behind Why People Say Yes
      Crafting an Offer They Can't Refuse
      Closing Deals Without Being Pushy
      Turning Customers into Your Best Salespeople
      Fail fast, Learn Faster
      18 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      How to Bounce Back from Failure?
      Lessons from the Most Successful Failed Startups
      Pivoting: Knowing When to Change Direction
      Why Failure Is the Best Teacher?
      Using Setbacks to Build a Stronger Business
      Financial Foundations
      17 Hours
      Decoding the Profit and Loss Statement
      Cash Flow Management: The Lifeblood of Business
      Budgeting for Success: Planning and Control
      Break-Even Analysis: Knowing When You'll Profit
      Financial Ratios: Measuring Performance at a Glance
      Brand Like a Cult
      15 Hours
      4 Case Studies
      Why People Love Some Brands and Ignore Others?
      Storytelling That Turns Customers into Fans
      Finding Your Brand's Unique Voice and Personality
      How to Make Your Brand Instantly Recognizable?
      The Secret Behind Viral Brand Loyalty
      Marketing That Feels Like Magic
      21 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Why People Remember Some Brands and Forget Others
      How to Create Buzz Without a Big Budget
      Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Marketing
      Growth Hacking: Fast & Smart Ways to Get Customers
      The Science Behind Virality
      Make Noise
      18 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Why Most Startups Launch to Crickets?
      Building Hype Before You Go Live
      Mastering the Art of the Perfect Launch
      Leveraging PR and Social Media for Maximum Impact
      Turning a One-Day Launch into Long-Term Success
      Growth Hacks
      18 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      How the Best Companies Get Repeat Customers?
      Turning One Customer into Ten with Growth Loops
      The Science Behind Habit-Forming Products
      Referrals: The Cheapest Way to Scale
      The Hidden Power of Community-Driven Growth
      People Power
      15 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Hiring for Attitude, Training for Skill
      The Culture Code: Why Values Drive Success
      Managing vs. Leading: What Sets Great Leaders Apart
      Keeping People Motivated (Without Just Throwing Money at Them)
      Firing Fast: When to Let Go Without Killing Morale
      Scaling Smart
      21 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Scaling Without Breaking Your Business
      When to Hire, Automate, AI use, or Outsource
      Expanding to New Markets Without Losing Focus
      Building a Business That Runs Without You
      What Comes After Success? The Exit Strategy
      Funding the Dream
      18 Hours
      5 Case Studies
      Bootstrapping Like a Pro: Making Money Without Investors
      How to Raise Money Without Losing Control
      Pitching to Investors: What Really Works?
      Crowdfunding Like a Pro
      The Truth About Venture Capital & Angel Investors

      Meet Your Mentors & Faculties

      Arjun Mohan

      CEO of 2 Unicorn Companies

      Abhijit Saxena

      Founder, ex-CEO

      Akshay Gurnani

      Co-founder and Angel Investor

      Nilesh Patel

      Founder and CEO of a Unicorn

      Kushal Lodha

      Forbes - Top 100 Creators

      Ashwin Damera

      CEO of a $3 Billion Valuation Company

      Rohan Bhansali

      Founder and Chairman

      Nikhil Barshikar

      Founder and CEO

      Tanushree Nagori

      Co-founder

      Yogesh Bhat

      Founder and Ex-Business Head

      Rashesh Majithia

      ACCA Member and Founder

      Yash Pathak

      Founder

      Meet Your Exclusive Advisory Board

      24×7 Mentorship Available from Zell’s Exclusive Advisory Board

      Experience Hands-On Learning, Offline in Mumbai!

      9 Months
      Duration
      260+
      Hours of Training
      75+
      Case Studies
      16+
      Leaders as Trainers
      15+
      Guest Lectures
      12+
      AI Tools

      Program Overview

      Up to ₹1 Million in Seed Funding
      A-list Supporting Cast—Coaches, Guest Speakers, and Advisory Board
      Playbook with Proven Templates, Strategies, and Investor Decks
      Book Recommendations & Synopsis for Every Topic
      Build a Lifelong Network of Founders, Mentors, and Investors
      Opportunity to Pitch to Real VCs and Secure Funding
      Program Overview

      Our Learning

      Methodology

      No passive learning—this program is built for action. You learn as you build, refine, and grow your business.

      How To Get Started?

      Eligibility
      Application Process
      Eligibility
      Eligibility
      Application Process
      Aspiring Entrepreneurs with a Business Idea:

      If you have a digital-first innovation, this program will help you refine and scale it.

      Founders of Early-Stage Businesses:

      Businesses must be less than 3 years old and generate under ₹3 crore in revenue.

      Aspiring Entrepreneurs Without a Business Idea:

      If you don't have a business idea yet, we provide structured pathways in
      - Digital Marketing Agencies, Online Education Ventures and YouTube Content Creation

      Step 1 : Submit Your Business Plan

      Present your business model, market insights and financial projections—built on your idea or our guidance.

      Step 2 : Make Your Case

      Attach a formal cover letter explaining why you’re applying and how this program aligns with your entrepreneurial vision.

      Step 3 : Assessment & Interview

      Clear a pre-qualification test and interview with our Advisory Board to showcase your commitment and potential.

      Step 4 : Qualify for Scholarship

      Stand a chance to earn a merit-based scholarship of up to ₹1 Lac—awarded to candidates who demonstrate exceptional drive and potential for impact.

      Start Your Application Process
      Program Fees ₹500,000
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      Immersion Program

      Offline Session With Experienced Faculty
      Extensive Interview Preparation
      Guest Lectures By F&A Industry Luminaries
      Networking With Peers And Experts
      Team-Building And Insightful Tours

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      What You Walk Away With

      Launch & Bootstrap Confidently

      Start without external funding.

      Scale Your Business

      Grow and expand strategically.

      Master Intrapreneurship

      Drive innovation within companies.

      Work in Founder's Office/EiR

      Apply startup expertise.

      Find Your Niche

      Specialize and accelerate growth.

      Build Lifelong Industry Connections

      Network with top leaders.

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      Got Questions? (FAQs)

      How is the Entrepreneurship Program structured?

      The program takes you from idea to execution through a practical, step-by-step journey of building a real business. You’ll discover your “why,” validate your idea through market research and apply every concept directly to your venture. With guidance from top industry experts, you’ll master branding, sales, customer obsession, leadership, funding and more—ensuring you’re not just learning entrepreneurship but also living it.

      Who is this program designed for?

      This program is ideal for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage startup founders and business owners who are looking to launch, grow or scale their ventures.

      Can I join without a business idea?

      Yes, Zell will help you develop and refine a viable business idea.

      How does Zell Education assist students in building a strong industry network?

      Zell Education connects students with top industry experts through mentorship, exclusive networking events and real-world collaborations. As a bootstrapped startup itself, Zell understands the value of meaningful connections. Students gain insider access to the entrepreneurial ecosystem while building relationships that last beyond the classroom.

      What skills will I acquire in the Entrepreneurship Program?

      Through this program, you’ll gain practical skills in business strategy, market research, financial planning, branding and customer acquisition. You’ll learn how to build products people love, pitch to investors, lead teams and scale sustainably. From mastering sales and storytelling to making data-driven decisions, the program equips you with the full entrepreneurial toolkit needed to turn ideas into thriving ventures.

      How is this program different from a regular business course?

      It focuses on practical entrepreneurship, real-world execution and startup growth rather than just theorytical concepts.

      What are the different learning formats in the program?

      Currently, the program is available only in an offline format in Mumbai.