LNBTI Hosts Its Inaugural Convocation, Marking a Historic Milestone for Sri Lanka–Japan Education
View(s):Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI), Sri Lanka’s first Japanese-affiliated IT higher education institute, held its Inaugural Convocation today, 14th November 2025, at the BMICH, Colombo—marking a significant milestone in the country’s education landscape and strengthening the long-standing friendship between Sri Lanka and Japan.
The ceremony celebrated the achievements of LNBTI’s first graduating cohort of IT professionals who completed their full degree programme in Sri Lanka under LNBTI’s unique model: “Study in Sri Lanka and Work in Japan.” The programme equips students with industry-relevant IT skills alongside advanced Japanese language proficiency, discipline, and cross-cultural understanding—preparing them for seamless integration into Japan’s technology workforce.
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- Distinguished academic leadership and the Chief Guest standing in solidarity during the ceremonial proceedings of the 2025 Inaugural Convocation.
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- Celebrating academic achievement: A proud moment as a graduate accepts her honours degree in Computing (Information Systems), marking the beginning of a promising professional journey in Japan.
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- His Excellency Akio Isomata, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, delivers the Chief Guest Speech at the LNBTI Inaugural Convocation, emphasising the value of strengthening ties between Sri Lankan talent and the Japanese IT industry.
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- The faculty and the first batch of graduates of LNBTI – Japanese IT University, gathered at the BMICH for the Inaugural Convocation of 2025.
The event was graced by H.E. Akio Isomata, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, alongside the Founding Chairman Mr. Koga Michio, Chairman Mr. Kazuyuki Ikura, Deputy Chairman Mr. Dinesh B. Saparamadu, Vice Chancellor Prof. Ananda Kumara, and members of the academic leadership.
Speeches highlighted LNBTI’s mission to bridge Japanese precision with Sri Lankan talent and nurture globally competent professionals who can contribute to both nations.All the students who have met the required academic criteria have already secured employment opportunities with reputed Japanese companies, demonstrating the success of this pathway.
As LNBTI celebrates 10 years since its establishment, the Institute reaffirmed its commitment to producing future-ready IT graduates and strengthening bilateral cooperation through education, technology, and cultural understanding.
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