Mumbai: KJSIM New Venture Investment Project has been launched by K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM) as a ₹1 crore experiential learning fund designed to give MBA students practical exposure to the startup investment landscape.
The initiative aims to strengthen action-oriented management education while connecting students with the real-world dynamics of India’s innovation ecosystem.
KJSIM New Venture Investment Project Enhances Experiential Learning
The KJSIM New Venture Investment Project has been developed in collaboration with Somaiya Vidyavihar University’s incubator, RiiDL, to bridge the gap between classroom learning and entrepreneurial practice.
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Through this initiative, students will evaluate early-stage startups, perform valuation exercises, and deliver evidence-backed investment recommendations to industry experts.
KJSIM already offers a diverse range of experiential learning modules such as capstone projects, social impact engagements, and research-driven theses.
The addition of NVIP enables students to step into the role of startup investors, applying theoretical concepts in real business scenarios under the guidance of faculty and alumni mentors.
Commenting on the launch, Dr Raman Ramachandran, Dean & Director of KJSIM, stated that management education must translate into hands-on action. He emphasised that the KJSIM New Venture Investment Project empowers students to work directly with startups, make strategic decisions, and understand investment processes through real-time engagement.
Echoing this sentiment, Gaurang Shetty, CEO of RiiDL, noted that the collaboration reinforces RiiDL’s mission to promote innovation and entrepreneurship. He highlighted that the programme prepares future leaders who understand both business fundamentals and disciplined investment methodologies.
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Comprehensive Learning Through Real Startup Engagement
The programme immerses students in a full cycle of research, analysis, mentorship, and reflective learning.
Each team will collaborate with RiiDL-incubated startups, gaining insights into startup financing, business modelling, and valuation methods. The experience culminates in an investment pitch simulation modelled on real-world investor presentations.
Through the KJSIM New Venture Investment Project, students enhance their analytical and strategic thinking while actively contributing to India’s growing innovation landscape, strengthening KJSIM’s mission to promote learning that leads to impactful action.
