Managers Development Program (MDP) - Series II
The ISBA Managers Development Program (MDP) - Series II is a comprehensive training initiative hosted at SINE IIT Bombay. This two-day series is meticulously designed for incubation managers, aiming to equip them with the essential tools and frameworks for operational excellence.
Program Highlights
- Foundations of Excellence: Deep dive into the fundamentals of setting up and operating a world-class incubation centre.
- Startup Journey Support: Learn to effectively support startups across their lifecycle, from ideation to exit.
- Ecosystem & Networking: Strategies to build robust networks and partnerships that amplify your incubator’s impact.
- Sustainability: Models for financial resilience and long-term viability.
- Leadership & Culture: Building a distinctive culture and leadership capability to attract top talent and startups.
Join us for this opportunity to learn from industry leaders, engage in case studies, and network with peers from across the ecosystem.
Event Schedule
Day 1: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Registration & Networking over Lunch
Welcoming & setting the context for MDP
SINE Presentation
Opening Remark
Module I: Foundations of Excellence - Setting Up and Operating Your Incubation Centre
Objective: To establish comprehensive understanding of incubator fundamentals, organizational architecture, and operational frameworks that form the bedrock of a successful incubation centre
Snack Break
Module II: The Startup Journey - Supporting Growth from Ideation to Exit
Objective: To master the art and science of startup support, understanding lifecycle stages, providing appropriate interventions, and measuring impact effectively
Group Photo, followed by Networking Dinner
Day 2: Friday, January 30, 2026
Module III: Ecosystem Orchestration - Building Strategic Networks and Partnerships
Objective: To develop skills in cultivating robust stakeholder relationships, building collaborative alliances, and positioning the incubator as a vital ecosystem connector
Tea Break
Module IV: Revenue Resilience - Building Sustainable Business Models
Objective: To develop financially sustainable incubation centres through diversified revenue streams, effective fund management, and long-term planning strategies
Module V: Brand, Culture & Leadership - Creating an Incubator of Excellence
Objective: To develop leadership capabilities, build distinctive organizational culture, and establish market positioning that attracts quality startups and stakeholders
