Understanding the Family Business Landscape
– Roles, responsibilities, and managing family dynamics.
Programme Overview
The business world is transforming faster than ever, and family-run enterprises must adapt to thrive in this dynamic environment. This pilot two-month/30 hours Certificate Programme is specially designed for Inspiria Knowledge Campus students from family business backgrounds who wish to strengthen their business acumen and prepare for leadership roles in their family enterprises.
The programme blends practical knowledge, strategic thinking, and professional management techniques while staying rooted in the unique values and traditions that define family businesses. Students will gain the tools to address current challenges, explore growth opportunities, and lead their businesses with confidence.
Conducted by CA Surabhi Banka and Mr. Arpit Banka, in collaboration with Inspiria Knowledge Campus, the programme blends practical knowledge, strategic thinking, and professional management techniques while staying rooted in the unique values and traditions that define family businesses. Students will gain the tools to address current challenges, explore growth opportunities, and lead their businesses with confidence.
Key Benefits
- Learn how to professionalise and scale your family business
- Discover ways to identify and seize new market opportunities
- Network and collaborate with peers from similar backgrounds
- Balance tradition with innovation for sustainable growth
- Gain skills in strategic decision-making and resource management
Resource Person
CA Surabhi Banka
Chartered Accountant | SPJIMR Alumna | 9+ Years of Practice
- A seasoned CA with hands-on expertise in audit, taxation, and compliance
- Over 9 years of professional experience across diverse financial domains
- Postgraduate in Family Managed Business from SPJIMR, Mumbai
- Mentored by her father, a practicing CA, and now mentoring aspiring professionals
- Actively involved in women-led entrepreneurial networks like Shepreneurs, Lions Terai Oorja, and Ekal Abhiyan
- A role model balancing career, family, and community with strong values of honesty, respect, and discipline
- Brings practical, relatable advice for aspiring CAs, entrepreneurs, and professionals
CA Surabhi Banka
CA Surabhi Banka
Chartered Accountant | SPJIMR Alumna | 9+ Years of Practice
- A seasoned CA with hands-on expertise in audit, taxation, and compliance
- Over 9 years of professional experience across diverse financial domains
- Postgraduate in Family Managed Business from SPJIMR, Mumbai
- Mentored by her father, a practicing CA, and now mentoring aspiring professionals
- Actively involved in women-led entrepreneurial networks like Shepreneurs, Lions Terai Oorja, and Ekal Abhiyan
- A role model balancing career, family, and community with strong values of honesty, respect, and discipline
- Brings practical, relatable advice for aspiring CAs, entrepreneurs, and professionals
Arpit Banka
Entrepreneur | Director at Bankaa Steels Pvt. Ltd. | Tech & Business Innovator
- B.Tech in CSE (PESIT, Bengaluru) and PG in Family Managed Business (SPJIMR, Mumbai)
- 8+ years of experience managing and growing a family-run steel business
- Known for modernizing legacy systems—revamped accounting processes, upgraded communication infrastructure (LAN), and led backward integration in manufacturing
- Passionate about economics, psychology, current affairs, and leadership
- Actively associated with Lions Club of Terai Oorja and community outreach
- Combines technical know-how with strategic business thinking—perfect for budding entrepreneurs
Arpit Banka
Arpit Banka
Entrepreneur | Director at Bankaa Steels Pvt. Ltd. | Tech & Business Innovator
- B.Tech in CSE (PESIT, Bengaluru) and PG in Family Managed Business (SPJIMR, Mumbai)
- 8+ years of experience managing and growing a family-run steel business
- Known for modernizing legacy systems—revamped accounting processes, upgraded communication infrastructure (LAN), and led backward integration in manufacturing
- Passionate about economics, psychology, current affairs, and leadership
- Actively associated with Lions Club of Terai Oorja and community outreach
- Combines technical know-how with strategic business thinking—perfect for budding entrepreneurs
Who Can Join
- Students of Inspiria Knowledge Campus and anyone referred by them.
- From families actively engaged in running a business
- Interested in taking on leadership and growth roles in their enterprises
Programme Structure
Duration: 2 Months/ 30 Hours/ 4 Hr per Week
Format: Interactive lectures, real-world case studies, peer learning, and sessions by industry experts
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Market Scanning & Opportunity Identification
– Analysing environments, creating USP, and exploring new markets.
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Strategic Leadership in Family Enterprises
– Decision-making, leading change, and fostering innovation.
4.
Professional Management Practices for Growth
– HR management, employee retention, and operational systems.
5.
Financial Planning & Operational Excellence
– Managing receivables, taxation, legalities, and income sources.
6.
Innovation, Branding, and Digital Transformation
– Social media, digital accounting, and building an online presence.
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Understanding the Family Business Landscape
– Roles, responsibilities, and managing family dynamics.
2.
Market Scanning & Opportunity Identification
– Analysing environments, creating USP, and exploring new markets.
3.
Strategic Leadership in Family Enterprises
– Decision-making, leading change, and fostering innovation.
4.
Professional Management Practices for Growth
– HR management, employee retention, and operational systems.
5.
Financial Planning & Operational Excellence
– Managing receivables, taxation, legalities, and income sources.
6.
Innovation, Branding, and Digital Transformation
– Social media, digital accounting, and building an online presence.
Special Introductory Seminar
Before the programme begins, we invite you to attend an interactive seminar conducted by the Course Directors:
Date: 1st September 2025
Time: 3:00 PM onwards
Date: 1st September 2025
Time: 3:00 PM onwards
Venue: Inspiria Knowledge Campus
Open to: All students and individuals from family business backgrounds
This seminar will give an overview of the course, share real-world insights into family business
challenges, and allow attendees to interact directly with the course directors.