Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar has commenced a six-day short-term residential course titled 'Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset: Teacher Facilitation and Student Mentorship' for teachers and scholars from across the region. The programme, inaugurated by GNDU Registrar Prof KS Chahal at the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, has attracted 47 registered participants from six states with diverse academic specialisations.
Inaugural Ceremony Highlights
The inauguration was attended by Director Dr Balwinder Singh, Deputy Director Dr Rekha Handa, and Course Coordinator Prof Vasudha Sambyal. Dr Handa and Dr Singh explained the concept of entrepreneurship, the need for such courses, and the relevance of developing an entrepreneurial mindset in the present times, highlighting its far-reaching implications for the future. Course Coordinator Dr Sambyal introduced the guests and participants to the course structure and outlined the proposed sessions, along with the distinguished resource persons from academia and industry.
Keynote Address by Registrar
In his inaugural address, Dr Chahal stressed the need to become job creators rather than merely job seekers, particularly in the current scenario where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the job market. He urged the participants to continuously upskill themselves and play an active role in fostering and nurturing the entrepreneurial abilities of students. He also underscored the importance of ideation, design, execution and eventual revenue generation in the entrepreneurial journey.
Course Coordinator's Vision
Dr Sambyal emphasised the role of teachers as lifelong learners. 'Teachers should become lifelong learners who model innovation, resilience and curiosity. By combining entrepreneurial knowledge with learner-centred teaching strategies and real-world experiences, they can help students develop confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills needed to identify opportunities and create value in a rapidly changing world. The objective of this initiative is to upgrade teaching practices and equip educators with knowledge of the real-time changes taking place across the world,' she said.
Programme Details and Impact
The six-day residential programme is designed to equip educators with the tools and mindset to foster entrepreneurship among students. With 47 participants from six states, the course covers ideation, design, execution, and revenue generation. The initiative aims to address the challenges posed by AI and evolving job markets, encouraging a shift from job-seeking to job-creating attitudes.
