Our Vision
Our vision is to create a dynamic and inclusive platform where women are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to drive innovation, build successful enterprises, and contribute significantly to economic growth and societal development.
Our Mission
The mission of the SHE Innovate Forum is to spearhead the capacity building of women entrepreneurs through a comprehensive approach encompassing education, mentorship, and collaborative networking. We are committed to designing and implementing impactful initiatives that bridge the gender gap in entrepreneurship, thereby creating an environment where women can thrive and achieve their full potential.
What is RUSA?
Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), translated as the National Higher Education Mission, is an initiative by the Government of India aimed at transforming the higher education sector. Launched in 2013, RUSA operates under the purview of the Ministry of Human Resource Development (now known as the Ministry of Education). The program seeks to provide strategic funding to eligible state higher educational institutions in India.
About School of Management Studies, CUSAT
School of Management Studies (SMS) carries a distinction of being on the oldest business schools in the country. It is among the first five premier management institutions to be established in the country, with Professor Emeritus Padmabushan (Dr.) M.V. Pylee as the Director. SMS was established in 1964 as part of the University of Kerala. With the formation of the University of Cochin in July, 1971, the School became an integral part of the University, which is now known as Cochin University of Science and Technology. Eminent faculty members, a vibrant student community and an extensive alumni network have been the pillars SMS. SMS has produced exceptionally skilled and future-oriented professionals in the field of management and business. The school strives to upkeep the high standards set from its inception in all areas of management education and research. The initiatives in skill orientation, curriculum development, internships, and student enrichment have turned SMS into a globalized learning center, in education and in reaching out to the community by delivering management training programs.
About CUSAT
CUSAT is a world-ranking university with the specific purpose of developing higher education, emphasizing post-graduate studies and research in applied science, technology, industry, humanities, and management. Cast in the mold of a federal University, CUSAT is now a premier Science and Technology University in the country, re‐accredited with NAAC ‘A+’ Grade in 3rd cycle. During the intervening four and half decades, CUSAT has made quantum leaps in its academic pursuits and has spread its wings far and wide, encompassing the novel and emerging realms of the horizon of knowledge. The University has entered into several collaborative ventures with reputed Universities and Institutions worldwide. Scores of National and International academic discourses, seminars, workshops, etc., are held in the University every year, providing opportunities to the student community to update themselves in their respective fields of study.