About

The Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business launched the Entrepreneurial Immersion initiative in 2007 to develop educational programs throughout the world that will allow GSB alumni, students, and faculty to build understanding, communication, and mutually beneficial partnerships across the globe.

Following-up on the tremendous success of last year's inaugural immersion trip to China, Entrepreneurial Immersion: India 2008 will take you on an unforgettable journey through one of the fastest growing economies in the world, providing VIP access to the people and places that are essential to understanding doing business in India.

Entrepreneurial Immersion: India 2008 will offer participants:

  • Unprecedented access through the cities of New Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai
  • Informative presentations from top Indian entrepreneurs, investors, and government leaders, to fully grasp the dynamics of the Indian economy/marketplace
  • Exclusive visits to entrepreneurial facilities and U.S. companies already operating in India, to learn about the practical aspects and challenges of doing business in India
  • Deeper insights into India's culture and people, to better facilitate business relationships with local partners in India
  • Networking opportunities with GSB alumni to help build mutually beneficial partnerships across the globe.

Key Events Include:

  • Private Equity in India - A half-day conference in Mumbai organized by Luis Miranda '89, President and CEO, IDFC Private Equity Co. Ltd.
  • 2nd Annual Global Entrepreneurial Lecture - featuring a world renowned Indian entrepreneur

Why an Entrepreneurial Immersion Trip?

National borders no longer confine the growth aspirations of entrepreneurial ventures. Even the smallest of companies can have operations and partnerships that are global in reach. For many companies, the international markets are not only the gateway to an almost unlimited customer base, but they also offer the opportunity to maximize efficiencies and minimize expenses. The Polsky Center understands that to educate and strengthen GSB entrepreneurial students and alumni, it must provide theoretical and experiential learning on how to operate in the global arena.

Navigating a new country can be overwhelming as one tries to maneuver cultural norms, business regulations and legal systems, financial practices, language issues, and transportation in general. Given these obstacles, the ultimate goal of networking with local business people to build partnerships can seem daunting. The purpose of the Entrepreneurial Immersion trip is to help the novice overcome some of these obstacles and to facilitate meaningful business networking.


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