In a collaborative effort, NSRCEL, the startup support division at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore), has partnered with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women to introduce an innovative initiative- "Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Finance for Growth" program in India.

This pioneering endeavor aims to empower female business owners by enhancing their comprehension of business finances and providing valuable guidance and networking opportunities to accelerate their fundraising endeavors. The official announcement highlighted the commencement of the program's inaugural cohort on August 7.

The "Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Finance for Growth" program encompasses a comprehensive curriculum that unfolds in three distinct phases. The initial phase involves participants engaging in a foundational finance course that establishes the program's bedrock. Following successful completion of this phase, a more advanced finance module awaits a select group of promising women entrepreneurs. The final phase encompasses a tailored mentorship expedition led by esteemed faculty from IIM Bangalore, accomplished finance industry experts, bankers, venture capitalists, and angel investors. This phase is designed to offer pragmatic insights and guidance finely tuned to the unique requirements of each entrepreneur.

In essence, the "Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Finance for Growth" program stands as a noteworthy stride towards nurturing and equipping women entrepreneurs with the indispensable tools and knowledge to navigate the intricate realm of business finance. This ultimately propels them towards loftier pinnacles of achievement and influence.