IIMA Ventures launches accelerator programme for aspiring investors

IIMA Ventures, formerly IIMA-CIIE, on Wednesday, announced the launch of Venture Investing Accelerator to help novice investors. IIMA Ventures said the programme is designed to equip professionals with the skills, knowledge and experience required to excel as early-stage investors.

“The programme is ideal for aspiring and first-time early-stage investors and individuals looking to understand and operationalize venture investing as an asset class through family offices, micro VCs or corporate venture offices,” it said in a media statement.

Venture Investing Accelerator aims to coach aspiring and novice investors to succeed in the field of venture capital.


For participants aspiring to become angel investors, the programme will cover aspects like deal scouting, deal structuring, due diligence, term sheet drafting, setting up monitoring mechanisms and preparing for exits.

For those looking to set up their own funds, the individual training will look different.

“Our program will offer participants fundamentals, actionable insights and mentorship from seasoned investors and industry experts. By leveraging the extensive experience and resources of IIMA Ventures, we aim to create a new generation of savvy investors who can navigate the complexities of early-stage investing and drive meaningful impact in the startup ecosystem,” said Supriya Sharma from IIMA Ventures.

The programme also includes a three-day bootcamp on the IIMA Campus, as per the release.

Tech-focussed IIMA Ventures has invested in over 350 companies over the past 15 years. It claims to have achieved profitable exits in more than 40 companies.

Founded in 2002 as an entrepreneurship centre at IIM Ahmedabad, IIMA Ventures is the innovation continuum that studies, educates, incubates, accelerates and invests in early-stage startups, aspiring entrepreneurs and investors.