Adapt & Transform your Family Business:
An Immersive, Practioner-Led Executive MBA

Learn from Business Entrepreneurs

Pick the brains of successful entrepreneurs & business leaders from around the world.

Personal Business Mentorship

No cramming, just real-world experience as you launch and grow your business.

Real-World Business Skills

Hands-on internships and projects with top global AI startups.

Part-time & Flexible

Designed for professionals to balance work and study, with an online plus in-person component

University Degree

Achieve an MBA at 1/10th the cost of traditional programs.

Networking Opportunities

Get a chance to visit and build your network in Singapore, Boston and Silicon Valley.

Become a Family Business Leader

Develop real-world skills to grow and manage legacy family business enterprises

Adapt and Transform your Family Business Empire

9

Months

200+

Contact Hours

50+

Business Leaders

10+

Workshops/ Bootcamps

20

Cohort Size

9

Modules

18+

Mentoring Sessions

48+

Interactive Lectures

4

Industry Immersions

2

International Retreats

Our 4 Pillars of Business Transformation

Tech Integration

People Development

Cultural Shift

Product Refinement

In the News

Awards and Accolades

Winner – Education Category

AWS Activate Startup Credits

Global EdTech Fellowship Cohort 12

TiE Singapore Stars Program Startup

Top HR & Work Tech Startups

VC and Incubation Partner

Industry Immersions

Gain Exposure to new-age strategies through International and Domestic Trips

Learn from Young & Dynamic Business Leaders

vANSH CHIRIPAL

Managing Director, Chiripal Group of Companies

SUDEEP bHATTER

Director, 2nd Generation Entrepreneur – Bhatter Silver Arts

vANHISHIKHA BHARGAVA

Business Owner at Contensify – 12+ years,  recongized by Forbes

ronak chiripal

Promoter Chiripal Group, CEO Nandan Terry – Fortune India 40U40

HAKIM BENBADRA

International Family Business Advisor, Founder and CEO

rohit BHATIJHA

Executive Director, Proprietor at Bathija Fabrics, Second Gen Entrepreneur

NEERAJ SADANI

Executive Director,
Ambient Group

Sandesh Mistry

Family Business Advisor with 2 decades of consulting Family Enterprises

RUCHIKA AGARWAL

3rd Generation Entrepreneur & Managing Director

Kushal bhatter

Executive Director, 2nd Generation Entrepreneur – Bhatter Silver Arts 

SHWETA AGRAWAL

Director at Boston New Technology

dr hasit dangi

MIT Sloan Alumni, ex-Head of Production at Bayer & Manufacturing Business Consultant

L.E.A.D Framework of Learning

Our blended learning model combines flexibility with in-person networking—one weekend per month at our Ahmedabad learning center, while the remaining three weeks are online, ensuring continuous learning without disrupting business commitments.

LEARN

Master Business Fundamentals through Faculty-led Modules

EXPERIENCE

Access real-world life skills in Guest-led Sessions from Successful Business Veterans

ACCELERATE

Grow your business with Personalised 1:1 Mentorship from Business Entrepreneurs

DISCOVER

Gain Exposure to new Strategies through International & Domestic Trips

Program Components

Online Foundational Modules

Hands-on Projects

Bootcamps

Mentorship

Guest Networking Sessions

Hackathons

Career Workshops

Business Foundations

Module 1: Design Thinking

Week 1-6
  • Design Thinking​
  • Empathy Mapping - Understanding Customer Personas
  • Idea Generation - SCAMPER Method.
  • Module Project: Develop a prototype using available tools and resources
  • Module Project: Develop a prototype using available tools and resources
  • Module Project: Develop a prototype using available tools and resources

Module 4: Investment Fundamentals

Week 18-24
  • Pitching Foundations & Mental Models

  • Valuations, Cap Tables, Dilution & Term Sheets

  • Datarooms, Diligence and Decision Making

  • Module Project: Sit in an actual investment committee meeting

Module 2: AI Technical Fundamentals

Week 6-12
  • Product Development
  • SCRUM basics

  • Planning and Conducting User Testing

  • Module Project: Conduct initial testing and gather feedback

Module 5: Tech Management

Week 24-30
  • Digital Business Models and Strategies

  • Data-Driven Decision Making and Business Intelligence

  • Emerging technologies like Web 3.0 & Metaverse

  • Module Project: Creating a dashboard using PowerBI

Module 3: Marketing / Sales

Week 12-18
  • Identifying Target Customers
  • Understanding Sales Funnel and Systems

  • Applications of GenAI in Marketing

  • Module Project: Launch your first funnel and close your first sale

Module 6: GenAI Business Applications

Week 30-36
  • GenAI101 & business applications

  • Overview of tools and platforms for generative AI

  • Ethical and Security Considerations of Generative AI

  • Module Project: Use GenAI to create a marketing campaign

Modules to Master Business Fundamentals

Module 1

Understanding Family Business
  • Business Governance
  • Generational Planning
  • Family Values
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Opportunities

Module 4

Marketing & Sales
  • Branding & Positioning
  • Sales Funnel Optimization
  • Modern Marketing
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Digital First Principles

Module 7

Scaling & Diversifcation
  • New Growth Areas
  • Scalable Models
  • Market Assesment
  • Risk Management
  • Startup-venture Mindset

Module 2

Management & Leadership
  • Business Performance
  • Productivity Outcomes
  • Leadership Development
  • Strategy
  • Managerial Skills

Module 5

People Transformation
  • Culture Shift
  • Building Leaders
  • Making Employee Systems
  • Relation Management
  • Incentive Management

Module 8

International Business Growth
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Indian Business Laws
  • International Trends
  • Global Industry Outlooks
  • Legal Frameworks

Module 3

Technology Integration
  • Tech Adoption Areas
  • Automation
  • Digital Frameworks
  • AI Applications
  • Workflow Tools

Module 6

Streamlining Operations
  • Manufacturing Basics
  • Process Optimisation
  • Growth-Focus Leadership
  • Organisational Behavior
  • Business Analytics

Module 9

Family Business Dynamics
  • Business Challenges
  • Family Constitution
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Wealth Planning

Guest Speaker & Networking Sessions

Fireside Chats + Networking

  • Digital Transformation in Family Businesses
  • Sustainability and Strategic Investments
  • Generational Understanding

Masterclasses

  • Emotional Quotient Skills
  • Personal Branding
  • Financial Management

1:1 Mentorship

Technology Integration

  • Guidance on leveraging Tech for your Business

People Transformation

  • Building a High-Performance, Growth Culture

Revenue Generation and Growth

  • Strategies to Grow your Current Earnings

Business Expansion

  • Identifying areas to Expand

Business Skills Workshops

Life Skills

  • Time Management
  • Financial management
  • Decision making

People Skills

  • How to Effectively Network
  • EQ & Empathy
  • Conflict Resolution

Branding Skills

  • Storytelling
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimizer
  • Public Speaking

Case Studies : Digital Transformation of Some Legacy Businesses

Sneak Peek into our Live Hands-on Classes

Vivek Trivedi (Global HR Mentor) Shares Top LinkedIn Hacks with our Learners.

Celebrity Podcaster and Coach Almas Virani Gives Lecture on Mastering Public Speaking.

Leslie, Talent Acquisition Head at Lenovo, Shares Job Offer Negotiation Strategies.

$1mn+ Tech Credits

Potentially claim 400+ offers and deals worth more than $1mn on platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, Azure or OpenAI credits.

Industry Networking

Work on real-world projects with global AI startups and gain hands-on experience and boost your profile.

Industry Certificate

Gain exclusive access to industry recognized certificate from our program partners - Angelschool VC, Meet Ventures, Prepare4VC.

Learn from Founders & CXO's

Gain insights and guidance directly from successful founders and experts who have built and scaled ventures themselves.

Become a Family Business Leader

1:1 Mentorship

Tech Support

Workshops

Marketing Assistance

Business Leader Networking

International Immersions

Guided Roadmap

Investor Connects

Business Fundamentals

Hybrid Learning

Strategy

Assess Market, Product and Competitors

Build Clear Objectives and KPI's

Highlights from Our Previous Cohorts

From winning competitions to building connections with global mentors, here’s a glimpse of what our cohorts have accomplished

LaunchPilot 2024 Showcase Day where where our learners pitched their projects to an audience of investors, mentors, and peers.

Andrew Chow, Founder of Asia Pro Ventures, mentoring our students and providing invaluable feedback on their startup ideas.

A hands-on finance workshop led by our esteemed partner, Meet Ventures.

Our partnership with Boston-based Prepare4VC and Boston New Tech to support our learners by giving them access to the US ecosystem.

Team Susanify shined bright at the prestigious China-ASEAN Innovation Competition, showcasing their innovative solutions.

Our successful collaboration with the National University of Singapore, Asia’s #1 university.

Pratibha Kurnool, Head of Global Community Impact at Cognizant, sharing valuable insights and inspiring our learners.

Our learners were invited to Singapore and had an unforgettable time immersing themselves in the local culture.

Admissions Process

Step 1

Attend Info Session

60-minute online group session with our co-founders, where you'll get a full walkthrough of the program and each participant will receive a prompt to respond to so we can get to know you better. This session is a mandatory step in the admissions process.

Step2

Admission Call

Qualified applicants will be invited for a 1-on-1 interview with our team. This is your chance to showcase why you're a great fit for the program.

Step 3

Rollout of Offer

Successful candidates will receive an offer to join the MBA program, along with details on any scholarships or financial aid they qualify for.

Earn a Globally Recognized MBA Degree
at 1/10th Cost of Traditional MBA's

We have partnered with American Management University (AMU) to provide you a MBA degree after program completion.

Highlights

AMU Ranked in top 10 in Vents Magazine for Mgmt & Leadership Programs in the U.S. and E.U.

Accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE)

Membership Status from Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC)

AMU programs at Levels 4-8 are Ofqual-accredited and the first Qualifi-approved center in the US

Sample Degree

Tuition Fee Structure

Choose from our flexible payment options: pay in lump sum, instalments, or easy EMI options


USD 300 per course credit for a total of 30 credits

EMI Options Available

PGP in Startup Leadership

12-months
₹2,97,000 Inclusive of all taxes. EMI from ₹8,417/mo on eligible cards
  • 6-modules
  • 6 Real-world Projects
  • Global Immersion Access*
  • In-person Weekend City Sprints
  • Career Growth Support
  • Hackathons
  • Bootcamps
  • Power Skills Workshops
  • Industry-Recognized Partner Certification
  • Tech Credits
  • Capstone Project
  • University PGP Certificate in Startup Leadership
  • Upgrade your credential to a Globally Recognised MBA Degree in Startup Leadership

Module Based Learning

Complete six online modules, each six weeks long, with lectures, workshops, group mentoring and hands-on company projects.

Mentor-Led Projects

Work 1:1 with a designated mentor on four-week sprint assignments to develop specific and niche skills to master.

Capstone Project

Build a business in 12 weeks with access to dedicated venture-building support and see your idea and product come to life.

Talent Incubator Access

Join 12 engaging Talent Hub sessions in your city, featuring workshops, bootcamps, networking, and hackathons.

Real World Experience

Prepare tailored skills, case studies and knowledge for niche job areas, with mentorship to enhance career prospects.

Global Immersions

Participate in curated immersions in Boston, San Francisco, Singapore, and Ahmedabad to explore global startup ecosystems

Graduate with a Degree, a Business and Business Skills

Business Growth

Venture Growth

Skill Enhancement

Market Readiness

Funding Access

Career Advancement

Startup Jobs

Founder Mindset

Leadership Development

Global Networking

Part-time Flexibility

Startup Eco-System

Upto 20% Scholarships Available

Rising Star
Scholarship

Eligibility: Open to learners who are studying or have graduated within the last 5 years.

Female Future Leader Scholarship

Eligibility: Open to aspiring female leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Global Impact Leader Scholarship

Eligibility: Open to aspiring entrepreneurs who want to work on meaningful projects.

We are on a mission to
empower business leaders of tomorrow!

VANSH CHIRIPAL

Director at Chiripal Group of Companies |  NTU Singapore

SARVESH TUSNIAL

Founder LaunchPilot | NTU Singapore 

SIDDHARTH DANGI

Founder Mentogram | ex-UW Madison

FAQ's

General

The LaunchPilot MBA is designed by world-class founders, investors and operators. Unlike traditional MBAs that focus on theoretical knowledge, this program emphasizes practical experience by allowing participants to build and scale their own businesses as part of the curriculum. Graduates leave with both an MBA and a running business.

Yes, based on your chosen track this program offers a PGP Certificate or MBA degree offered by our university partner – American Management University.

The LaunchPilot MBA program is designed with flexibility in mind to accommodate working professionals. Classes are scheduled after regular work hours or during evenings, ensuring participants can continue their professional commitments or academic pursuits without disruption. 

This program is ideal for family business entrepreneurs with 2+ years of work experience. It suits both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

The program has a hybrid format, where every month for one weekend the classes happen in our learning centre in Ahmedabad and the remaining weeks are online for individuals to work on their business. 

Admissions

Our Family Business Program is designed for next-generation entrepreneurs, successors, and owners of family-run businesses who want to modernize operations, integrate technology, and drive sustainable growth while preserving their legacy.

The program is open to professionals from any background who are motivated to learn and build in the innovation and business space. A passion for entrepreneurship or leadership is key.

The admissions process includes submitting an online application followed by a one-on-one interview.  This process helps ensure that the program is a strong fit for your goals and aspirations.

As part of the interview, you’ll engage in a case study designed to assess your problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and alignment with the program’s entrepreneurial focus.

The next-cohort starts on the 15th March 2025 and we have rolling applications. 

Scholarships & Fees

LaunchPilot offers three scholarships to empower diverse talents. The Rising Star Scholarship is open to learners who are studying or have graduated within the past five years. The Female Future Leader Scholarship supports aspiring female leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. The Global Impact Leader Scholarship is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs focused on impactful projects. Each scholarship offers opportunities to reduce financial barriers and access valuable resources to enhance your entrepreneurial journey.LaunchPilot offers flexible financial aid options for eligible participants, allowing you to divide your fee payments into installments over various periods: 3, 6, 9, 12, 24, 36, or 48 months.

Yes, LaunchPilot offers flexible financial aid options for eligible participants, allowing you to divide your fee payments into installments over various periods: 3, 6, 9, 12, 24, 36, or 48 months.

Early applicants or group enrollments may qualify for a discount and bonus. Apply now to learn more.

LaunchPilot encourages employer sponsorships. LaunchPilot is happy to provide any necessary documentation or letters for your employer to support your sponsorship application. Let us know what information you need, and we will ensure it aligns with your employer’s requirements.

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