Question:) Who is this program for?

Answer:)

This program is for:
• Aspiring entrepreneurs looking for knowledge and tools to launch a startup.
• Budding entrepreneurs looking for insights to go from ideation to product development and beyond.
• Established entrepreneurs looking to identify and overcome knowledge gaps to achieve growth.
Anyone at any stage of a startup journey can benefit from this program. You can do the program in toto or choose only the relevant parts to customize it for your specific needs.

Question:) How will this program help me and my startup? Why should I enrol ?

Answer:)

You should enrol in this program if:

• You have been wanting to set up your own startup but don’t know where and how to start.

• You have already tried setting up your business but are facing challenges and don’t know how to overcome them.

• You would rather take the tried-and-tested path and taste success than take shots in the dark and make common, avoidable mistakes that make most startups fail.

• You want expert guidance and support to make your entrepreneurial journey smoother, faster, and easier.

Question:) I don’t have a startup yet. Can I still enrol ?

Answer:)

Absolutely. Startups can save a whole lot of time, money and sweat, and taste success sooner, by starting right. This program helps you do just that by equipping you with information and tools to convert raw ideas into a solid business model.

Question:) My startup already has customers. Do I stand to gain anything from your program ?

Answer:)

Congratulations. You have already achieved an important milestone. Our program will help you achieve the subsequent ones. You will learn how to increase your revenue and form mutually beneficial business partnerships to scale your business and increase your chances of getting funding.

Question:) I am a student with no business idea but a strong interest in startups. Does this program have any value for me ?

Answer:)

Participating in this program is a great way for you to get your first exposure to the world of startups. The program will help you crystallize any vague business ideas you may have and avoid common pitfalls startups typically run into. The lifelong access you’ll have to the program means you’ll be able to keep coming back to it whenever you’ll have more concrete ideas to work with.

Question:) Internet is full of free information on how to start and run startups. What’s special about your program ?

Answer:)

This program gives you more than just information. It gives you a framework in which to direct your efforts systematically. It gives you tools to test your hypotheses in the real world. And it comes with mentorship from industry leaders with a vast experience mentoring and guiding startups to success

Question:) I know everything about startups. What I am looking for is mentorship. Can you help me with that ?

Answer:)

Mentorship with industry leaders with long years of experience is one of the cornerstones of this program. You can choose whatever number of sessions you need. Please click here to learn more about the mentors and here to know the pricing plans and select the mentoring sessions

Question:) Will this program help me get funding for my startup? Will you help me gain access to VCs and/or angel investors ?

Answer:)

This depends on the outcome you achieve. Depending on where you are at the start of the program, we will help you:

• Test and validate your business idea in the real world so you know whether there will be any takers and whether you stand a chance of success.

• Build a minimum viable product (MVP) that you can get customers to sign up or pay for.

• Get your first users and customers so that you have something concrete to get investors interested in your product/business

Startups that achieve the third outcome by the end of the program will become investor-ready. We will put such startups in touch with investors or introduce them to fundraising platforms.

Question:) I am looking for a co-founder. Can your platform help me find one ?

Answer:)

We currently do not offer this service.

Question:) Do you organize any networking events and meetups ?

Answer:)

We don’t organize any such event at the moment. But we do regularly share updates on all such events wherever they are happening. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to receive news, updates, and helpful tips on startups and entrepreneurship.

Question:) What are the outlines of the program ?

Answer:)

This program consists of 13 modules based on the Business Model Canvas. While we recommend doing the program in its entirety, from start to finish, in the order in which it has been carefully designed, you are free to customize it by choosing only those modules that you feel you are truly in need of. Please click here for the details.

Question:) Will there be any assignments to do ?

Answer:)

This is a learning-by-doing program. There’ll be assessments for you to do at the start and end of most modules. The assessments are an indispensable part of the program. Skipping them would render the program meaningless.

Question:) Are there going to be any tests or exam ?

Answer:)

There are quizzes in each module to help you gauge how much and how well you have learnt the concepts and topics covered in the respective module. There is no formal exam that you need to pass to complete the program.

Question:) How long will it take me to complete the program ?

Answer:)

By devoting two to three hours of your time a week, you can complete the program in about 8-10 weeks. You can, of course, devote more time each week and finish it sooner.

Question:) Can I complete the program as quickly as I want ?

Answer:)

Yes, it’s entirely up to you to decide how fast you want to get to the end of the program. But please bear in mind that there are assessments in most modules that you must do to get real value from the program. And doing them will need time and effort.

Question:) What will I have in hand at the end of the program ?

Answer:)

You will receive a certification of completion upon successfully completing the program.

Question:) Will there be any career opportunities for me, other than starting a startup, after completing the program ?

Answer:)

Even if you don’t go on to set up a startup immediately or any time in the future, the learnings made and insights gained will help you with career growth and advancement.

Question:) Is there a timeframe within which to finish the program ?

Answer:)

Being a self-paced program, there are no time limits in which you are required to complete it.

Question:) How many hours a day will I have to commit ?

Answer:)

This is for you to decide. An hour or two a day would be great. But an hour or two even in a week would be just fine. There are no requirements from our end.

Question:) Will I have lifelong access to the program ?

Answer:)

Yes, you’ll be able to keep coming back to it whenever you’ll want.

Question:) Do you offer a preview to help decide whether one really wants to enrol ?

Answer:)

The first module of the program, called Getting Started, is free for everyone to preview. It will help you gauge what you can expect from the program and what it is like.

Question:) We are two/three co-founders. Can we enrol as a single entity ?

Answer:)

Yes, you can. While filling out the registration form, you can mention the details of each co-founder and undergo the program collectively.

Question:) Can I pay the fee in instalments?

Answer:)

There is currently no provision for this. Our basic pricing plans are quite economically priced. You can choose the plan that best suits your requirements. Check out all our plans here.

Question:) Can you help me get funding to pay the fee ?

Answer:)

As of now, we do not have the means to facilitate this.

Question:) Will you give me a refund if I drop out midway through the program ?

Answer:)

You can request a refund within one week of making the payment provided you have not availed of any mentoring session.

Question:) What modes of payment do you accept ?

Answer:)

We accept online and cheque payments.

Question:) Can I access the program from multiple devices ?

Answer:)

Definitely.

Question:) Can I access the program on a smartphone or a tablet ?

Answer:)

Absolutely. Our UI is based on responsive design so you can have a great browsing experience irrespective of the device you use.

Question:) Are there any special software requirements ?

Answer:)

There is no requirement as such. All you need is an up-to-date browser and an internet connection.

Question:) Can I access the program offline ?

Answer:)

At present, the program is available only online.

Question:) Who do I contact, and how, for support ?

Answer:)

Please write to us at mentor@i2mf.in and we will get back to you in 3-4 hours. You can also call us on 95995 52633 between 10 am and 6 pm from Monday to Friday.

Question:) Do you offer live support ?

Answer:)

This is a feature we do not currently have but would certainly like to offer in the future. Right now, please allow us 3-4 hours to get back to you with a reply.

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