Make an Impact with Powerful Presentations and Speeches
The ability to give powerful speeches and deliver effective presentations is key for anyone to shine in their organizational and social setting. The terms “Public Speaking” and “Presentation Skills”, relate to communication skills that convey leadership and persuasion. Those with dynamic public speaking skills, better persuasion and confidence stand out as leaders. The art of effective [...]
The Netflix Fyre Festival documentary is a conservative story or a bad address
Netflix has released an incredible documentary similar to the supernova flash movie and the collapse of the Fyre festival, which could also be considered a master class with poor leadership. About two years ago, we had planned a charismatic young character, Billy McFarland, an exaggerated luxury of music on a beautiful exotic beach in the [...]
The Key to the American Success Story
Many students believe that the secret to success in life is through America. It is believed that America holds access to numerous opportunities that are unavailable elsewhere. Therefore, entrance to America is believed to be the entrance to success. “It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.” Harry S. Trumantrueite said. Education [...]
CA Sri Lanka launches new speech craft programme to help students enhance their communication and leadership skills
In a unique initiative aimed at enhancing the communication and leadership skills of aspiring Chartered Accountants, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently launched a speech craft programme with Toastmasters International for the benefit of the institute’s Corporate Level students. The programme which is conducted free of charge, will help [...]
Why join Horizon Campus & read for a world recognized LL. B degree?
Are you at the crossroads in choosing the correct degree path for your future? Horizon Campus now offers you the opportunity of reading for a prestigious Bachelor of Laws (LL. B degree through the University of London International programmes. Your parents may advise you on a degree of choice. Your friends may persuade you to [...]
INCOHST 2019 Inter-school IoT competition
Pretty much any object can be transformed into an ‘Internet of Things’ device, if it is connected and thereafter controlled by the internet. For instance, a lightbulb that is switched on using a smartphone app is an IoT device. Similarly, an automated pet feeder controlled by your smartphone, or a motion sensor controlled home lighting [...]
Because small businesses have cash flow problems
According to the QuickBooks cash flow statement, six out of ten small businesses routinely have cash flow problems. As a result, 32% of small business owners have not been able to pay for themselves, the payroll of employees, suppliers or loans over the past year. What is the root cause of these cash flow difficulties? [...]
British School showcase musical talent
The British School in Colombo conducted their annual Talent Show at the School Auditorium recently. This year’s talent show, proved to be an excellent showcase for the world class talents present in the British School in Colombo. All of the performances were fantastic but extra congratulations are needed to be given to the group singing [...]
Are you looking for a qualification in law? Start your LL.B transfer programme at NCHS today
The fresh partnership between the Nawaloka College of Higher Studies and Ulster University to offer a 2+1 Ulster Law degree commencing in February 2019 is unique in that the entire third year of the course will be spent at Ulster to complete the degree. By that time students would have completed twelve of the eighteen [...]
AOD – Design Industry Partnership offers scholarships for Higher Education in Visual Communication Design and Animation
Among competitive careers with limited opportunities and prospects, visual communication design presents what is probably the broadest higher education pathway leading to hundreds of creative job opportunities across a multitude of industries and business sectors. There is a number of degrees which would give you access to a few similar career paths which leads you [...]
Part Time Hospitality Management Program for Working Adults
A Hospitality Career and Beyond. Are you looking for a career change? A professional Qualification to achieve your Overseas Career Development or want to Learn and acquire skills in the fastest growing industry in the world? If your answer to above questions are yes, this article is for you. Australasian Academy of Hospitality (AAH) the [...]
After A/L’s, Invest in your Future @ ICBT Campus…
ICBT Campus the leader in private sector education in Sri Lanka has been offering great opportunities for students to obtain world class foreign Degrees in many disciplines since 1999. In association with some of the best British Universities, ICBT Campus offers Bachelor’s Degrees in IT, Business Management, Quantity Surveying , Engineering & Psychology. Studying at [...]
RMIT UNIVERSITY, AUSTRALIA
RMIT University is a top-ranked, world-class global university of design, technology and enterprise. Located in the heart of Melbourne, Australia, RMIT has internationally recognised qualifications, industry connections and hands-on teaching that prepare students for life and work. RMIT is dedicated to getting students jobs by creating life-changing educational experiences. About Us One of Australia’s original [...]
The Microsoft, Amazon, IBM & Google Clouds Enable Emerging Technologies – And Everything Else
Are there any questions left about the comprehensiveness of cloud services? Why would companies insist upon on-premise applications development or hosting? Cloud business cases have long since been validated and it won’t be long until just about all applications and data are hosted in someone’s cloud. But there’s a special products category worth emphasizing – emerging digital technology – which [...]
AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVES ON A ROAD SHOW WITH EDLOCATE IN COLOMBO AND KANDY
For the 19th consecutive year, Edlocate is organizing the “one on one” interview sessions with specially flown representatives of the Australian universities we represent in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. This event is organized this year at The Cinnamon Grand Colombo on 12th and 13th February 2019 and at The Queens Hotel in Kandy on [...]
SLIM Experience Sharing Forum with Kasthuri Wilson
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) will hold its first Experience Sharing Forum for the year 2019 at Marino Beach Hotel on February 11 at 6.30 pm. The forum is also billed as Networking Night for SLIM membership. The event will include cocktails and an evening of fellowship for marketers. Ms. Kasthuri Wilson, Managing [...]
Five daily practices that will make you happier at work
I am sure that I am not the only one to let working conditions often influence my general mood. If something exceptional happens (my boss praises my skills in public or gives me the opportunity to do projects), it will show how I relate to others. I may be more complacent or optimistic about most [...]
Letter to you from…
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen” I was born in 1874 at my grandfather’s home, Blenheim Palace in Marlborough, England. My father, Lord Randolph Churchill, was a member of the British Parliament and my mother, Jennie Jerome, was an American [...]
SLIM launches the latest addition to their product portfolio – ‘Certificate in Entrepreneurial Marketing’
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) launched its latest educational program, the ‘Certificate in Entrepreneurial Marketing’ (CEM) on an impressive note at a ceremony held recently at the BMICH, Colombo. The opening ceremony was well-attended by professionals including officials from the Export Development Board, the National Chamber of Exporters, the National Chamber of Commerce [...]
Gateway to host the nineteenth International Schools’ Athletics Championships (ISAC)
The International Schools’ Athletics Meet which commenced in the year 2001 has presently established itself as the flagship sporting event in the International Schools’ calendar. ISAC 2019 has special significance for Gateway College who pioneered this meet, as this is the tenth time the school is hosting this gigantic event. The International Schools’ Athletics Championship [...]
Jeewa Australian Education Roadshow Your first choice for a great future
For every success story, there’s a wise decision that led to a turning point for a great start and most importantly an individual who embraced change fearlessly to reach new heights. Studying in Australia is such a choice that can change your life, fulfilling your education and career goals. You may be tired of all [...]
International Forum for Students (IFS) 2019 – ‘Designing Destiny, Sustaining Success’
Gateway Graduate School, the higher education and professional development arm of the Gateway Group, in association with the University of Adelaide, Pearson Edexcel, Teesside University and Deakin University is organising the second annual International Forum for Students on the 12th of February 2019. This innovative conference, exclusively meant for the high school students of Sri [...]
AOD Graduate Amesh Wijesekera takes on International Fashion Showcase at London Fashion Week
Sri Lankan Design Talent is taking on one of the biggest international fashion platforms in the world as AOD’s Fashion & Textile Design Graduate Amesh Wijesekera prepares for the International Fashion Showcase at London Fashion Week 2019. Amesh Wijesekera rose to the international limelight soon after graduation by winning the Oracle International Catwalk Competition at [...]
Driven By Passion, More Women Are Founding Startups And Succeeding
Have you ever been to a business event and you were literally the only woman in the room? Being a minority in any room can be a challenge when trying to network and influence people. Women face this problem especially in certain male-dominated business environments such as technology networking events or investors meetings. I vividly [...]
CIIHE School of Psychology, launches programmes aimed at producing globally employable psychology professionals to capacity building in psychological services in the region
CIIHE School of Psychology, the leader of psychology education in South Asia with the broadest portfolio of qualifications, equipped with a state-of-the-art facilitated campus where most number of students study psychology in a mono-discipline faculty,has been able to make history again in Sri Lankan psychology education and training,by introducing four different postgraduate qualifications in psychology. [...]
Study engineering | business | biomedical science in france Most popular and affordable study destination
AIC Campus provides the most flexible and the most cost effective Global University Transfer Programme in Sri Lanka by allowing students to study one or two years at the state-of-the-art AIC Campus in Sri Lanka and Transfer to a destination University in a country of choice. In a context where students and parents seek affordability, [...]
AIC CAMPUS OFFERS THE ONLY EUROPEAN MBA IN SRI LANKA WITH 5 SPECIALIZATIONS
If you are looking for a challenging career in Business and want to obtain a quality European Postgraduate Business qualification your time has come. AIC Campus in collaboration with IPAC School of Management in France for the first time in Sri Lanka offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Sri Lanka at the state-of-the-art [...]
Belarussian ambassador his excellency Andrei I. Rzheussky visits imc – aic Campus
IMC – AIC Education Consortium is the leader in higher education in Sri Lanka had the privilege of welcoming the Belarussian Ambassador H.E. Andrei I. Rzheussky, to its state-of-the-art campus located at No.154, Havelock Road , Colombo – 05 on Thursday, 31st January 2019, and was graced by the presence of H.E. Andrei I. Rzheussky [...]
Want to be an International Student in Toronto?
Shani Hanwella is a member in good standing of the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council. In her capacity as a Canadian Immigration Consultant, Shani has represented many applicants in their immigration application processes successfully at various Canada immigration offices in and outside of Canada. She also represents clients at all 3 divisions (Immigration Appeal [...]
Personality Traits Driving Entry To Entrepreneurship May Not Necessarily Lead To Success
The personality traits that drive people to open their own businesses may not always match the qualities that make for entrepreneurial success, a recent study suggests. Entrepreneurship may appeal to open-minded people who enjoy the autonomy, but they’re not necessarily likely to succeed, according to the research. Extroverts, on the other hand, appear more likely [...]
Huawei introduce Wireless Reverse Charge and Ultimate Dual Biometric Security in Sri Lanka
Built behind the ethos of “Limitless human imagination”, HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro presentsseveral major breakthrough advances in technology, making the device the ultimate exemplification harnessing technology to explore the best out of life. Country Head HUAWEI Devices Sri Lanka, Peter Liu stated “Mate 20 family resonates with the high achievers who understand technology as a [...]
Founders’ Day 2019 – Amal International School
Amal International School celebrated its 28th Founders’ day on 29th January 2019. On the occasion the Scholl Hall was named after Mohamed Haji Abdul Careem Dangra , for the immense contribution he made in establishing of the School in 1991. Mr.Hanif Yusoof who is the Group CEO of Expolanka and also former chairman of Amal [...]
Msi diploma programmes towards a better future. Your career path begins here
The Management & Science Institute (MSI) offers students a multitude of Diploma Programmes in a wide variety of subjects and provides students an option of continuing their degrees at Colombo, MSU Malaysia or at any of their partner Universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Japan. MSI is registered institute under the Tertiary & [...]
Best professionals with best facilities for your future career
Faculty of graduate studies The faculty of Graduate Studies of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University is engaged in conducting External Postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes in addition to the diverse range of certificate and diploma programmes for interested Executive Personals of public and private sectors as well as Officers of Tri Services and Police. [...]
Pursue your dream of an advanced research degree with the Worlds Top Universities in collaboration with University of Sri Jayewardenepura
University of Sri Jayewardenepura had joined hands with worlds top universities to offer Joint Research Degrees at both masters and doctoral level. Some of such universities are Queensland University of Technology, Deakin University, University of Western Australia, Griffith University Australia and University of Calgary, Canada. Opportunities are thus provided for research degrees at both masters [...]
Aspirations Australian Education Expo 2019
Aspirations Education will host the “Australian Education Expo 2019” that takes place on the 16th February 2019 at Hotel Galadari, Anthurium Hall from 10 am to 5 pm. It will undoubtedly be the most eagerly anticipated Australian Higher Education event for the aspiring students and professionals alike, who would want no stone unturned in his/her [...]
The Best Way To Protect Your Invention? Try Stealing It From Yourself
The inquiries I receive the most often from people who have ideas for new products relate to theft, by far. Forget testing. Forget marketability. Forget strategy. I hear fear, followed by more fear. How can I protect my invention? Will a patent stop my idea from being stolen? I get it. Anyone who has had [...]
Study Medicine With Imc After A/Levels Mbbs / Md Intakes Now Open For 2019 February, April And September
Medical University Admissions for February, April and September 2019 Intakes Now Open: International Medical Campus (IMC) the Sri Lanka’s undisputed leader in Overseas Medical Placements to world’s leading Medical Universities across the Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia and South America is inviting applicants to apply for the MBBS/MD programs offered at its partner universities for Year [...]
University of British Colombia, York University, University Canada West and Royal Roads University attend Sri Lanka’s first Canada University Fair 2019
Organized by Canadian High Commission in Partnership with ANC Date : Saturday, 16th February 2019 Date :Sunday, 17th February 2019 Venue : Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo Venue :ANC Branch Campus, Kandy Time : 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Time : 10.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. Canada is becoming the first choice as a study destination for international students [...]
The Annual concert of Wins Ami Montessori 2018
The annual concert of Wins Ami Montessori was held on the 16th of December 2018 under the patronage of the chief guests Mr. Jagath Chamila and Mr. Dimthu Chinthaka. The event was lively and full of colour.
Five Steps To Go From Employee To Entrepreneur
Have you ever dreamed of walking away from the daily grind and never looking back? The reality is that most people today don’t feel a real connection to their jobs. The latest Gallup State of the American Workplace report reveals that almost 70% of employees are disengaged at work or not engaged at all—they are [...]
Vice Chairman Of Leading Insurer Believes It Is Time For A Business Reboot
Late last year I spoke with Jason Stockwood, Vice Chairman of Simply Business, the UK’s favorite business insurance broker, about a new book he has just had published: Reboot: A Blueprint for Happy, Human Business in the Digital Age. The book aims to counter much of the news and commentary that predicts the massively negative [...]
A/L Maths Island First Receives CMA Brand Ambassador Award and Scholarship for CMA Professional Management Accounting Programme
Chathuni Wijegunawardhena of Visakha Vidyalaya, Colombo who came All Island First at the GCE A/L Maths Stream received the CMA Brand Ambassador Award and a Scholarship to follow CMA Sri Lanka Professional Management Accounting Programmme from the President of CMA Prof. Lakshman R Watawala. In the photo from left to right Vice President of CMA [...]
Spring-Cleaning Your Personal Narrative
With the recent change in the weather, the release of Marie Kondo’s series on Netflix and the advent of the Spring Festival/Lunar New Year, it’s time to begin thinking about spring-cleaning. Many cultures have a tradition of deep cleaning your residence once a year, discarding unwanted items, discovering hidden pockets of dust and dirt, rearranging [...]
CICRA Campus launches Executive Master’s in Mass Communication
Addressing a long-felt need in the media and communications industry, CICRA Campus yesterday announced the launching of Executive Master’s program in Mass Communication. “The program covers 360 degrees of the latest and modern domain knowledge in the media and communications sphere,” CICRA Campus Group Director/CEO Boshan Dayaratne said. “Candidates who complete the executive masters are [...]
SHADHINI DILUKSHINI PREPARES TO SET SAIL TO UTAS WITH A 100% DEAN OF LAW’S MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Shadhini Dilukshini, a product of Ladies College, holder of the 100% scholarship from University of Tasmania for Bachelor of laws, is about to embark on one of the most significant journeys of her life. On successful completion of her A/Levels at Ladies College in 2017 with 2As & 1 B, Shadhini who modestly calls herself [...]
Consumers Will Regain Their Mojo Later In The Year
Consumers in this first quarter of the year may well slow the powerful spending momentum they showed in 2018; that enthusiasm will nonetheless return by spring. A breather after the powerful holiday season and the ill effects of the government shutdown will doubtless act as an immediate brake on consumer spending. But these effects are temporary [...]
How King Arthur Flour’s Unusual Leadership Structure Is Key To Its Success
In 2004, the leadership of King Arthur Flour gathered to formally sign over control from longtime owners Frank and Brinna Sands to the company’s employee stock ownership programme (ESOP). The two had been gradually transferring shares in the Norwich, Vermont, flour maker to the ESOP since 1996 as part of a long-planned exit. Opposed to [...]
Data: The Fuel Powering AI & Digital Transformation
The currency of tomorrow isn’t what you think: It’s not cold hard cash, precious metals, land or even crypto currency – it’s data. In the very near future, every company in the world will either buy or sell data as this corporate asset continues to gain value. But, it’s not enough to have access to vast amounts of data, you need to understand it and use it. The promise of AI is [...]
Senura and Bimandi win double titles
Senura Silva of Ananda College and Bimandi Bandara of Hillwood College Kandy won double crowns while Krishan Wickramarathne of Vidyartha College, Kandy and Erandhi Warusawithane of University of Moratuwa won the Men’s and Women’s Singles titles respectively at the recently concluded 1st All-Island Mayor’s Cup Ranking Table Tennis Championships held at Kandy Municipal Council Indoor [...]
‘Sayura’ earn honours at Defence College Sports Meet
Defence College, Colombo held their Inter-House Sports Meet recently at the Colombo Malay grounds. Commander of the Sri Lankan Navy, Vice Admiral Piyal de Silva, graced the event as Chief Guest while Bandula Egodage, the Vice President of Nestlé Lanka PLC, was Guest of Honour. Pictured are the House captains, Sahan Lakmith and Devni Wasana [...]
Besant House power their way to win overall title
Besant House with an aggregate of 251 points clinched the championship at the 127th Anniversary sports meet of the Musaeus College held at the NCC Grounds last week. Higgins House occupied the 1st runner-up position with 239 points. With 201 points and 190 points by De Abrew and Olcott Houses ended up in the third [...]
Ajantha House worthy winners
Ajantha House, with a whopping tally of 340.5 points, won the overall championship of the Gothami Balika Vidyalaya Sports Meet 2019, held at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo on January 24. Following the overall winners were Saranath House, who ended up in second place with 269 points while Sanchi House was placed closely behind at [...]
Ananda College Basketball 2019 Championship a tremendous success
Ananda College Colombo, the first school to introduce basketball in Sri Lanka in 1927, recently held its Inter-House Basketball Championship at the newly renovated college basketball courts. The event organised by the Anandian Basketball Wing, concluded with champions being crowned in the Under-12, Under-14, Under-16 and Under-20 Categories. The event was presided over by Chief [...]