SIBM Nagpur

APEXIUM – Event Proposal ​

Apexium Business Idea Investment Challenge​re

-Organized by SIEC, SIBM Nagpur

Introduction:

Apexium is an innovative event designed to enhance entrepreneurial skills and practical business acumen among SIBM Nagpur students. This competition will provide a platform to ideate, research, and present business ideas, followed by a live investment simulation to nurture startup funding perspectives.

Objectives:

Encourage students to create structured, research-backed business proposals. Organize a practical simulation of investor pitching and funding decisions. Foster innovation, teamwork, and business communication skills.

Event Structure:

Registration & Idea Submission: Students register through an online form. Submission of PPTs covering essential components such as investment needs, market size, marketing strategy, and financial projections.

Screening & Shortlisting: Faculty panel from SIEC to evaluate based on viability and innovation. Shortlisted ideas proceed for live presentations.

Final Presentation & Virtual Investment Challenge: Occurs in the seminar hall with participating finalists pitching their ideas. Audience comprising students and faculty are given virtual funds (₹5,000 for students, ₹10,000 for faculty) to invest. Real-time funding decisions simulate actual investor behavior. Awards & Recognition: Idea with maximum simulated investments declared the winner. Certificates and accolades awarded to winners and participants.

Expected Outcomes:

Practical exposure to business planning and funding simulations. Development of investors’ perspective and entrepreneurial mindset. Strengthened entrepreneurial ecosystem through SIEC’s leadership

Support Requested:

Approval for use of seminar hall and event scheduling. Faculty assistance for judging and mentoring participants. Logistical support for event management and certificate printing.

Conclusion:

“Apexium” promises to be a highly engaging and impactful event contributing to the professional and entrepreneurial growth of SIBM Nagpur students. We seek your kind approval to proceed with organizing this event solely under SIEC.