ABE Endorsed KidsMBA Launched at MEGA International School, Bangalore

ABE Endorsed KidsMBA Launched at MEGA International School, Bangalore

Bangalore, 9th July, 2025: KidsMBA, a pioneering global programme in youth entrepreneurship education, was successfully launched at MEGA International School at Bangalore. The event, held at the school auditorium, marked a milestone in advancing early business education in India, aiming to equip students aged 11 to 15 with essential entrepreneurial and leadership skills.

Originally developed in the United Kingdom, the KidsMBA programme introduces young learners to the fundamentals of business, including marketing, finance, ethical leadership, and sustainability. The curriculum is both practical and immersive, culminating in a “Shark Tank”-style pitching session where students present business ideas, build confidence, and hone their persuasive communication.

The launch event witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of students, educators, and thought leaders. Key speakers included Prof Mark Watson-Gandy OBE, Founder and Chairman of KidsMBA, Emanuella Watson-Gandy, CEO of KidsMBA, Linda Wilkin, Marketing Director at ABE; Dr Sami Ulla, CEO of MEGA group of institutions and Vinayak Sudhakar, ABE Regional Manager for India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Their addresses highlighted the growing importance of entrepreneurial education in shaping resilient, future-ready students.

Dr Ritu Chauhan, Director and Senior Principal of MEGA International School, also spoke at the event. Emphasizing the school’s commitment to holistic education, she shared: “At MEGA, we believe that education must evolve with the times. The KidsMBA programme is an incredible opportunity for our students to develop not just business skills, but a mindset of innovation, responsibility, and confidence. We’re proud to be among the first in India to bring this global initiative to our learners.”

Emanuella Watson-Gandy echoed this sentiment, stating, “KidsMBA is about more than teaching business—it’s about creating a spark in young minds. We’ve seen firsthand how early exposure to entrepreneurial thinking builds character, resilience, and leadership. The students at MEGA International School showed tremendous enthusiasm, and we are excited to see what they go on to achieve.”

Endorsed by ABE, a respected UK-based awarding organisation that specialises in international business and entrepreneurship education, KidsMBA combines academic rigour with real-world applicability. ABE’s global endorsement ensures that the curriculum meets international standards and is relevant to today’s evolving economy.

Since its founding in 2016 by Prof Mark Watson-Gandy, KidsMBA has expanded across continents and has been recognised by Forbes as one of the top global programmes for young entrepreneurs. Its introduction at MEGA International School signals a strong step forward in mainstreaming entrepreneurship within India’s school education system.

With this launch, MEGA International School reaffirms its mission to deliver globally benchmarked, future-focused education. The partnership with ABE and KidsMBA underscores a shared vision—to raise a generation of socially conscious, innovative, and empowered young leaders prepared for the demands of the global economy.