Description
Certification Name: Certified Startup Pitch Specialist
Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/BS/CSPS/V1
Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).
Objective: The Certified Startup Pitch Specialist (CSPS) course is designed to equip entrepreneurs, consultants, and startup advisors with the skills and techniques necessary to craft and deliver compelling pitches that attract investors, partners, and customers. The course covers the fundamentals of storytelling, value proposition development, market analysis, competitive positioning, financial projections, and effective presentation skills.
Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.
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Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:
Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.
Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.
Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.
Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.
Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.
Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Fundamentals of Startup Pitching: Purpose and Types of Startup Pitches, Understanding Your Audience, Key Elements of a Successful Pitch, Crafting a Compelling Value Proposition, Common Pitching Mistakes to Avoid, Role of a Pitch Specialist.
Module 2: Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Conducting Market Research for Pitch Preparation, Identifying Target Market and Customer Segments, Analyzing Competitors and Differentiators, Market Size and Growth Potential, Using Data to Support Your Pitch, Addressing Market Risks.
Module 3: Crafting the Pitch Deck: Structure and Components of a Pitch Deck, Designing Clear and Engaging Slides, Storytelling Techniques for Pitches, Financial Projections and Metrics to Include, Tailoring the Deck for Different Investors, Visual and Presentation Best Practices.
Module 4: Presentation Skills and Delivery: Effective Communication and Body Language, Managing Nerves and Building Confidence, Timing and Pacing Your Pitch, Handling Q&A Sessions, Using Technology and Presentation Tools, Rehearsal Techniques and Feedback.
Module 5: Investor Relations and Negotiation: Understanding Investor Types and Expectations, Building Relationships with Investors, Negotiation Fundamentals and Term Sheets, Valuation Basics, Follow-Up Strategies After the Pitch, Managing Investor Feedback and Rejections.
Module 6: Real-World Application and Case Studies: Analyzing Successful Startup Pitches, Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them, Customizing Pitches for Different Industries, Pitching in Virtual and Hybrid Settings, Ethical Considerations in Pitching, Practical Pitching Workshops and Simulations.
GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:
- Duration- 60 minutes.
- Number of Questions- 30.
- Number of Questions from each module: 5.
- Language: English.
- Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
- Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
- There is no negative marking in any module.
| Marking System: | |||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks |
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 30 | 100 | ||
| How Students will be Graded: | |||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | |
| 5 | 50-60 | P (Pass) | |
| 6 | 0-49 | F (Fail) | |
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