Hyderabad, India – June 2026:
At a time when students are actively seeking practical business skills beyond traditional academic curricula, Mahavir Kumar, an entrepreneur from IIT Kharagpur (IIT KGP) and Founder of Beyond Career, has launched the 30-Day Self MBA Program, a free initiative designed to democratize access to high-quality business education for students and young professionals across India.

The 30-Day Self MBA is a structured business learning roadmap that helps participants develop a strong foundation in finance, strategy, consulting, marketing, entrepreneurship, and business decision-making without enrolling in a traditional MBA program.

As the founder of Beyond Career, Mahavir Kumar has spent the last few years working closely with students, graduates, and aspiring professionals preparing for consulting, management, startup, and leadership careers. Through these interactions, he identified a major gap: many students want to learn business but do not know where to start.

To address this challenge, Mahavir Kumar IIT Kharagpur created the Self MBA Program as an accessible and practical alternative to expensive business courses.

"Most students only begin learning how businesses actually operate after they enter the corporate world. The objective of the 30-Day Self MBA is to help students build business thinking much earlier and develop a practical understanding of how companies create value," said Mahavir Kumar IIT KGP.

What is the 30-Day Self MBA?

The Self MBA Program is a 30-day guided learning journey where participants receive curated learning resources, handbooks, frameworks, and business concepts every day.

Unlike conventional programs that rely heavily on lectures, the initiative focuses on self-learning, critical thinking, and practical application.

The curriculum covers topics including:

• Financial Statements
• Ratio Analysis
• Cash Flow Statements
• Business Strategy
• Consulting Frameworks
• Corporate Finance
• Startup Education
• Product Management
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Operations & Supply Chain
• Entrepreneurship Learning
• Business Communication
• Growth Strategy
• Decision Making & Leadership

The program is designed for students, early-career professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in online business education.

A Practical MBA Alternative

With MBA tuition fees rising globally, many learners are looking for flexible and affordable ways to acquire business knowledge.

The 30-Day Self MBA serves as a practical MBA alternative, allowing participants to learn key business concepts, frameworks, and analytical thinking skills commonly taught in management programs.

The initiative emphasizes action-oriented learning and encourages participants to connect concepts with real-world business situations, consulting case studies, startup challenges, and strategic decision-making.

How the Program Works

Participants receive daily resources and reading materials that progressively build their understanding of business fundamentals.

Each week focuses on a specific theme and introduces new concepts that help learners develop a comprehensive understanding of business operations and strategy.

Rather than passively consuming content, participants are encouraged to actively engage with the materials, apply frameworks, and develop structured thinking.

This approach has made the program particularly valuable for students preparing for consulting interviews, case competitions, startup ventures, and management careers.

Certification Requirements

Participants can earn an official 30-Day Self MBA Completion Certificate by fulfilling the following criteria:

Step 1

Register through the official Beyond Career portal.

Step 2

Follow the daily learning resources shared throughout the 30-day journey.

Step 3

Attempt every weekly assessment quiz.

Step 4

Score 80% or higher in every weekly quiz.

Step 5

Remain actively engaged throughout the program and complete all learning modules.

The certification is designed to recognize learning consistency, conceptual understanding, and practical application rather than simple attendance.

How to Register

Students can join the program by following these steps:

1. Visit the Registration Portal

https://www.beyondcareer.online/careers

2. Complete the Registration Form

Participants are required to provide:

• Full Name
• Contact Number
• Email Address
• College/University Name
• LinkedIn Profile
• Career Interests

3. Join the Learning Community

Once registered, participants begin receiving daily resources and updates.

4. Complete Weekly Assessments

Maintain a score of 80%+ in each quiz to remain eligible for certification.

Building the Future of Accessible Business Learning

The launch of the 30-Day Self MBA Program reflects a growing movement toward accessible, community-driven learning experiences.

As an IIT Kharagpur Entrepreneur and Beyond Career Founder, Mahavir Kumar believes that practical business education should not be limited by geography, cost, or institutional access.

Through Beyond Career, the vision is to help students develop industry-relevant skills, understand real-world business challenges, and become better decision-makers regardless of their academic background.

With increasing interest from students preparing for consulting, finance, product management, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles, the initiative is rapidly emerging as a valuable resource for learners seeking structured online business education and a practical roadmap to understanding modern business.