UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES (USMS)
The Department of Management, University School of Management Studies organized an expert lecture on "Social Entrepreneurship: From Vision to Victory – Scaling Social Good through Entrepreneurship" on 25 February 2026. The session aimed to provide students with a deeper understanding of how entrepreneurial principles can be applied to create sustainable social impact while addressing pressing societal challenges.
The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Imran Rautan, Founder of Litville Lessons Association. Prof. (Dr.) Sunayna Khurana - Dean, USMS gave a brief introduction of Dr. Imran Rautan, outlining his inspiring journey as a social innovator and his significant contributions toward community development through education and empowerment initiatives.
During his insightful lecture, Dr. Imran Rautan elaborated on the concept of social entrepreneurship, defining it as the integration of innovative business strategies with a strong social mission. He explained how social entrepreneurs identify societal problems and develop scalable, sustainable solutions that create measurable impact. Sharing real-life experiences from his journey with Litville Lessons Association, he discussed the challenges faced during the initial stages, the importance of resilience, and the strategies used to scale social initiatives effectively.
Dr. Rautan highlighted key elements required to transform a vision into victory, including clarity of purpose, innovative thinking, stakeholder collaboration, resource mobilization, and impact measurement. He stressed that social enterprises must balance financial sustainability with social objectives to ensure long-term success. He also encouraged students to cultivate empathy, leadership qualities, and a solution-oriented mindset to become change-makers in society.
The interactive session that followed allowed students to engage directly with the speaker. Students posed thoughtful questions regarding funding opportunities, scaling strategies, use of technology in social ventures, and career prospects in the social entrepreneurship ecosystem. Dr. Rautan responded enthusiastically, offering practical guidance and motivating students to pursue entrepreneurial ventures that align with their passion and societal needs.
Key Highlights
Social Entrepreneurship
Integration of innovative business strategies with a strong social mission for measurable impact.
Vision to Victory
Key elements: clarity of purpose, innovative thinking, stakeholder collaboration, and impact measurement.
Resilience & Scaling
Real-life experiences on overcoming challenges and scaling social initiatives effectively.
Financial Sustainability
Balancing financial sustainability with social objectives for long-term enterprise success.
Student Interaction
Practical guidance on funding, scaling strategies, and career prospects in social ventures.
Change-Maker Mindset
Cultivating empathy, leadership, and solution-oriented thinking for societal impact.
Conclusion
The lecture concluded with a formal Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Deepika Dhawan, who expressed sincere gratitude to the keynote speaker for his enlightening session and to the Dean and faculty members for their support in organizing the event. She also appreciated the active participation of students, which contributed to the success of the program.
Overall, the expert lecture was an inspiring and enriching experience that broadened students' horizons on purpose-driven entrepreneurship. The session significantly contributed to their academic and professional development.