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Saegis Campus offers degree programmes under the government IFSL scheme with assured industry placements
With the view of preparing undergraduates to gain real exposure in working environments and helping them develop the necessary skills and competencies to stand out and excel in today’s highly competitive workplaces, Saegis Campus offers guaranteed industry placements across all its MOE approved degree programmes under the Interest Free Student Loan (IFSL) scheme.
Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions situated at the heart of Colombo, Saegis Campus understands the critical importance of this aspect as evidenced by various regional and global employer surveys. It goes beyond just gaining first-hand experience in the real working world to also allow undergraduates to better understand the career trajectory for their desired job title.
Some of the workplaces where students can secure placements include SLT-Mobitel, DirectPay, PayMedia, Epic Technology Group, Royal Ceramic Lanka PLC, Prosoft, Manjari, Revo to name a few.
The benefits students receive before even graduating is immensely invaluable. It helps build professional connections and networking, develop good people skills, experience various challenges and situations, discover their strengths and weaknesses, and determine whether it is the right career path to pursue in the future. This also enables prospective employers to easily notice and see whether one could be a good fit for them.
Introduced by the Sri Lankan Government for students who have successfully completed their Advanced Level Examination between 2018 and 2020, the programmes offered under the IFSL scheme at Saegis Campus include Bachelor of Business Management (Hons) with specializations in Marketing, HRM and Accounting & Finance, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), BSc Honours (BSc (Hons)) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and IT, and Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT).
One can be assured of receiving the best possible learning experience with curriculums that are emerging and contemporary, taught by its diverse and renowned lecture panel, and the state-of-the-art facilities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, modern IT lab, language lab, library, a relaxing lounge, spacious air-conditioned digital lecture halls, cafeteria, sports and recreational activities, among others.
Saegis Campus continues to strengthen providing career guidance for students, conducting many personality development activities, free English language classes, a Leo Club and a Rotaract Club, and also providing additional academic support.
Saegis Campus will guide and support students in their applications for these UGC-recognized degree programmes under the scheme. The MOE’s web portal for applications will close by 15th of February 2022, and the academic year for IFSL 6th Intake will commence during June 2022. For more information, please contact on 0770430000 or visit www.saegis.edu.lk.
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.
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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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