Entrepreneurship in Action | Startup Development Program in Hyderabad

Overview

Who’s this program for?

Intended for students who are curious about Entrepreneurship and ready to explore it with clarity, structure, and mentorship.

Students pursuing UG or PG

Exploring what comes next?

Discover whether entrepreneurship aligns with your strengths and aspirations before graduation Build early clarity through structured exploration and real-world exposure.

Recent Graduates (2024/2025)

Graduated and exploring what’s next?

Assess your entrepreneurial potential before committing to a traditional career path Gain direction, validation, and mentorship to move forward with confidence.

Program Structure

Your Program Journey

A Discovery driven Entrepreneurship Program

The PEP journey is divided into Two progressive stages.

Each stage builds on the previous one and is supported by mentors, structured activities, and guided feedback.

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Discovery

Understand yourself before you build anything

Participants begin by understanding their strengths, interests, mindset, and values through guided self- assessment and mentor interactions.

Outcomes

Personal clarity and direction

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Development

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PROGRAM Details

A comprehensive overview of the Program Architecture, Academic Framework, Experiential Learning Model and Progression Milestones across each year.

Program Format

Mentor-led sessions

One-on-one expert interactions

Structured workshops

Guided discovery exercises

Peer discussions

Real-time feedback

Program Highlights

Program Duration

6 to 9 months

Learning Format

Hands-on, project-based, team-driven

1-on-1 Mentorship

TiE Hyderabad Charter Members, Startup Founders, Industry Experts

Outcome

From self-discovery to a validated business model, MVP, & investor-ready pitch deck.

Funding

Access Up to ₹10 lakh through EThames Ventures

Ecosystem Partner

Ecosystem Interactions

Engage directly with startup ecosystem and industry leaders

Day with Founders

Shadow experienced founders for insights & practical exposure

Real-time Advice & Feedback

Immediate guidance from industry mentors

Do you have the Entrepreneurial hat?

"Entrepreneurship is not just about starting a company."

It is about understanding yourself, identifying meaningful problems, and building solutions with clarity and courage.

PEP is a structured, mentor-led entrepreneurship journey designed to help you discover your strengths, explore aligned opportunities, and take confident steps toward building something real.

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Mentors & Venture Board

Level up with Top Mentors

Gain practical insights, honest feedback, and strategic guidance from those who’ve walked the entrepreneurial path.

Program Leadership

Mr. Kali Prasad Gadiraju

Chairman, EThames Business School

"Founders don’t just need advice. They need the right people in their corner."

Mr. Subbaraju Pericherla

Senior Advisor - PEP,
Founder - CrossBorders

Mentors & Faculty

Murali Bukkapatnam

Immediate Past Chairman Board of Trustees - TIE, Founder & CEO - Volksy Technologies

Sanjay Jesrani

Founder & CEO, Go North Ventures

Kishore Indukuri

Founder & CEO, Sid’s Farm.

Bhanu Prakash Reddy Varla

Partner & Director, Plural Technology Pvt. Ltd

Karthik Yanamandra

Founding Partner - Inve Sports Venture LLP Co-Founder - South Clan Football

Sri Charan Lakkaraju

Founder & CEO, Student Tribe

Program Outcomes

What you Walk Away with?

Evolve with entrepreneurial direction, structured thinking, and enduring mentor connections.

Entrepreneurial clarity

Validated idea direction

Confidence in structured thinking

Exposure to execution frameworks

Long-term mentor access

Entry into an Entrepreneurial Network

Exclusive Community

Professional Entrepreneurs Network

The Professional Entrepreneurs Network is exclusively for students enrolled in this program, bridging ambition with real-world execution.

Through mentorship from experienced business leaders and exposure to real business challenges, students gain the guidance and practical insight needed to launch confidently.

Your journey doesn't end with the program.
Join PEN — a lifelong community of like-minded
Entrepreneurs committed to mutual growth.

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Step 01

Apply

Eligibility

Open to EThames Students at eligible Discount.
External applicants with a passion for entrepreneurship can apply for ₹1,00,000 inclusive of taxes.
Final-year students and recent graduates (within 2 years) are eligible.

Complete the application form with your educational background, interests, and entrepreneurial aspirations.

Step 02

Interview

A structured conversation to understand alignment and intent.

Engage in a meaningful discussion about your goals, motivations, and how PEP aligns with your journey.

Step 03

Enroll

Begin your guided entrepreneurship journey.

Complete enrollment formalities and get ready to start your transformative journey with PEP.

Start Your Founder’s Journey

If you’ve ever wanted to build something from scratch, this is where it begins.

Join a community of creators, dreamers, and innovators redefining what’s possible.

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Professional Entrepreneurship Program