Business
Saegis Campus expands its partnership with Pearson to offer BTEC HNDs
Saegis Campus, one of the leading higher education institutions situated in the heart of the country’s educational capital Nugegoda, recently strengthened its partnership with Pearson to offer students the opportunity to pursue internationally recognized BTEC HNDs in Business, Computing, and Engineering with the options of choosing their desired specialization.
These programs are often recognized by employers and provides hands-on experience during its study. It is a globally accepted professional qualification in itself and is equal to the first and second year of an undergraduate degree, enabling students’ direct entry to the final year of their respective degree program.
“We are happy to extend our partnership with Pearson to now offer its prestigious BTEC HNDs. We believe in bringing the most suitable programs that will stimulate and equip students with the necessary knowledge and competencies required to excel in their chosen field whilst also positively contributing to their personality, character and traits. We look forward to expanding our affiliations and partnerships going forward’, says Prof. Nalaka Jayakody, Vice Chancellor of Saegis Campus.
Students can opt for various pathways such as Management, Accounting & Finance, and Marketing for HND in Business or Software Engineering, Network Engineering, and Data Analytics for HND in Computing. Saegis Campus will also be offering the HND in Quantity Surveying in the near future.
The leaders and lecturers at Saegis Campus are some of the most widely renowned icons in the education industry, with a good reputation in their respective fields.
Prof. Dharmaratna, Director Academic Affairs of Saegis Campus, added “This is yet another milestone in our journey of inspiring and empowering students to reach greater heights both academically and professionally. We believe in providing the best quality higher education that one could gain in Sri Lanka, and this belief is being deeply embedded into all our approach”.
Saegis Campus offers various degree programs in Business from Canterbury Christ Church University, UK and its own ones approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka. It also offers certificates and diploma courses that are Pearson Assured, and pathway options for degree programmes in Deakin University, Australia.
The campus has some of the best state-of-the-art facilities and a career guidance unit to help students with work placements and internships and hosts a Leo Club and a Rotaract Club.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
Business
Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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