02/03/2024
LMA YMF & Avadh Girls' Degree College organized a workshop on "How to Make a Business Plan for a Minor Project" on 1st March 2024, featuring CA Devesh as the distinguished speaker. The workshop, held in the college auditorium, aimed to equip participants with the essential skills needed to formulate effective business plans for minor projects.
The session covered various vital aspects of framing a business plan, beginning with the importance of Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals (SMART). Mr. Agarwal further discussed the external factors affecting projects through PESTEL analysis (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, and Legal). He elaborated on the critical elements of structuring a business plan, such as Budget Statement, Statement of Contribution, Accounting, Tax Liability Calculation, and Standard Costing, incentive mechanism of costing, delving into effective incentive structures to motivate teams and optimize costs. Around 100 students were present in the session.
He addressed the significance of developing robust HR policies to ensure smooth project ex*****on and contract implications, and he further discussed the legal aspects and implications of contracts in project management. He highlighted the importance of aligning business plans with industry standards and specifications and stressed the necessity of clearly defining the problem statement to guide the project in the right direction. He advised the students to prepare a Business plan checklist, providing a comprehensive checklist to ensure all crucial aspects are considered during business plan formulation. He made the students explore effective marketing strategies and branding techniques for project success. He also shared insights into creating impactful brand names and taglines to enhance project visibility. A hands-on session allowed participants to actively engage in creating a mock business plan, fostering practical understanding. CA Devesh Agarwal's expertise shone through as he presented valuable information and patiently addressed attendees' queries, enriching the learning experience. This workshop proved invaluable for the students seeking to develop a business plan for minor projects, equipping participants with practical knowledge and a systematic approach to project management.