Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC)
The IEDC at St. Joseph’s Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Palai is a flagship initiative of the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM).
IEDC fosters innovation and entrepreneurship through mentorship, structured support, and access to startup resources.
About IEDC
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre nurtures innovative thinking and entrepreneurial skills among students and faculty, enabling the transformation of creative ideas into viable and impactful ventures.
Vision
To create a vibrant innovation culture by introducing modern technologies and positioning the institution as a hub for learning, creativity, and entrepreneurial excellence.
Mission
To nurture future entrepreneurs by promoting innovation, technology, and business learning within the student community through structured mentoring and institutional support.
IEDC Coordination & Faculty Support
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC) functions under the guidance and leadership of a dedicated faculty coordinator, supported by committed faculty members who mentor students through ideation, innovation, and startup development activities.
Faculty support ensures structured execution of programmes, effective mentoring, and continuous engagement with students to foster an entrepreneurial mindset within the institution.
Programmes & Support
Inauguration of IEDC Office
The IEDC office was inaugurated in February 2022, marking the formal beginning of structured innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives at SJIHMCT.
IEDC Milestones
- IEDC Office inaugurated – February 2022
- Orientation & Induction programmes conducted regularly
- Active participation in YIP, IEDC Summit & Idea Pitching Competitions
- Consistent student and faculty engagement every academic year
Student Impact & Outcomes
IEDC activities have actively contributed to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among students by providing exposure to idea generation, pitching, validation, and startup-oriented learning.
Through structured programmes, workshops, and mentoring support, students have gained practical insights into transforming ideas into viable solutions, enhancing their creativity, confidence, and problem-solving abilities.
Key IEDC Activities
Recipe Modification Project
Successfully developed 100 standardized recipes, each prepared within a short duration and commercialised under the Myme’ startup initiative.
Student Startup – Jar Cake Initiative
A student-led startup initiative focusing on Jar Cakes was developed and supported under the brand JJ Food Hub with active guidance from IEDC.
The initiative received mentoring in product standardisation, costing, branding, and market linkage, enabling students to convert a culinary idea into a viable micro-enterprise.
Innovation Ecosystem & External Support
IEDC operates as part of a broader innovation ecosystem by aligning institutional initiatives with external innovation and startup support systems, including guidance, mentoring, and exposure facilitated through recognised innovation networks.
Such ecosystem linkages enable students to gain real-world perspectives, industry awareness, and practical exposure beyond the classroom environment.
Ongoing Projects
Currently, six (6) innovation projects are actively progressing under the guidance and support of IEDC.
Executive Committee 2025–26
Alumni Entrepreneurs
Our graduates who dared to build — from the restaurants of New Zealand to the event halls of Kottayam, they carry the SJIHMCT spirit forward.
A Sneak Peek: Quick Glance at the Recipe Modification Event
Nodal officer
Mr. Sujith Mathew George
Assistant Nodal officer
