Saturday, September 17, 2011

Most respected 2011 ICBT Ranked Among top 55

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ICBT ranked among top 55 most respected 2011 according to latest LMD magazine


Monday, June 6, 2011

ICBT MATARA

ICBT Campus launches SQA UK HND programmes
Date: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 @ 07:54:16 LKT
Topic: Business & Financial News


ICBT Campus, launched British SQA programmes for the first time in Sri Lanka in association with the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) which is the national qualifications awarding body of Scotland.

The Scottish education system is world renowned and the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) hails as its very heart, as an awarding body. SQA works with schools, colleges, universities, industry and government to provide high quality, flexible and qualifications relevant to today's increasingly competitive market place. ICBT Campus has been selected as the exclusive partner to offer SQA qualifications in Sri Lanka.


British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka John Rankin addressing the gathering. Picture by Roshan Pitipana



The launching ceremony was held last week at a ceremony in Rajabojun Ceylinco Seylan Towers, Colombo with the participation of ICBT Campus, Chairman Jagath Alwis, SQA CEO Dr Janet Brown, British High Commissioner, Sri Lanka, John Rankin, ICBT CEO/Executive Director Mohan Pathirana, International Development UWIC, Dean Mohamed Louffi, International Office Head, Dr Lisa Davies, UWIC Country Manager - India, Sri Lanka, Oman, Hong Kong and Canada, British Council - Sri Lanka Director Tony Reilly and a large gathering of representatives from industry, schools, private and government sector education providers parents and many prospective SQA students.

ICBT Campus Chairman, Jagath Alwis said, "Since 1999 pioneering private sector higher education in Sri Lanka, ICBT Campus has always been in the forefront in offering high quality education programmes in association with reputed foreign Universities and educational service providers that are much sought after by Sri Lankan students."

Alwis said, "ICBT Campus is proud and privileged to be associated with the Scottish Qualifications Authority to offer high quality educational programmes to Sri Lankan students in line with our vision to be the leading private sector education institute in South Asia and with a mission of awarding the world class education while studying in Sri Lanka at an affordable investment.

I can assure that the thousands of students who will study at ICBT Campus for SQA qualifications will find good employment opportunities or proceed to study further and achieve their learning objectives and become successful in life."SQA Chief Executive Officer Dr Janet Brown said, "I am delighted that the International College of Business and Technology (ICBT) is the first institution in Sri Lanka to offer SQA qualifications. The suite of Higher National Diplomas that are being made available to ICBT students will capture and reflect students' skills and provide them with a pathway to the workplace or further study. No matter where in the world you are, good qualifications are more important today than they have ever been. We look forward to continuing to work with ICBT to deliver these qualifications to students in Sri Lanka."

British High Commissioner - Sri Lanka John Rankin said: "Education is one of Britain's longest and proudest traditions. Today, there are many universities and higher education institutions across the UK offering world class teaching, vocational training and research opportunities to thousands of students in the UK and across the world. I am delighted to note the launch of he Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) programmes at the ICBT in Sri Lanka. Quality education is essential for the development of countries and the SQA programmes will certainly help students gain new skills and update current ones, enabling them to become the next generation of leaders in Sri Lanka.

I wish ICBT and the Scottish Qualifications Authority all the very best in this landmark partnership between Sri Lanka and the UK."

Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)

ICBT Campus, one of the leaders in private sector higher education sector since 1999, is the exclusive delivery partner for UK SQA Qualifications in Sri Lanka and the programmes includes HNC in Business Management, HND in Computing and Software Engineering, HND in Quantity Surveying, HND in Accounting, HND in Networking and Internet Technology, HND in Childhood Practice, HND in Civil Engineering, HND in Mechanical Engineering, HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, HND in Construction Management and HND in Automobile Engineering.

SQA Programmes are delivered at the following ICBT branches: Mt. Lavinia, Bambalapitiya, Kandy, Matara and Nugegoda.

Courtesy: DailyNews

Sunday, February 20, 2011

SQA

SQA Accreditation - an assurance of quality

 
SQA Accreditation is a distinct, autonomous arm of the SQA. We accredit vocational qualifications that are offered across Scotland, including Scottish Vocational Qualifications.

 

 

 

 

Research

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How We Accredit Qualifications

We can accredit all types of qualifications (other than degrees) that are offered across Scotland.Find out How We Regulate
SQA Accreditation regulates awarding bodies using a range of quality assurance methods, for example self assessment, audit and centre monitoring activity.

Important Information

SQA Accreditation offers a range of information to centres, employers and candidates, including guides for employers and candidates, and information on how to make a complaint.

BTEC. EDEXCEL@ICBT.Southern-Campus

Edexcel is the UK’s largest awarding body and a part of Pearson plc, the world’s largest education services company.



In the UK, Edexcel works with more than 5,000 secondary schools, 450 further education colleges, 70 higher education institutions and more than 700 employers and training providers



Edexcel offers a wide variety of both vocational and general qualifications, including: BTEC – more than 500,000 students study BTECs each year, as a leading vocational route into employment, further or higher education including GCE O’ & A’ Levels


Top line statistics


1.9 million Edexcel qualifications gained (GCE, GCSE and GNVQ) in the UK

Over 1,000 different exam papers produced (GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, GVQ)

8 million exam papers printed and despatched to schools and colleges

5.5 million scripts (completed exam papers) marked (up from 5.4m from 04/05)

3.8 million scripts marked onscreen via our ePen system (6% increase from 04/05)

BTEC Statistics


3.64 million BTEC and NVQ units achieved

339,031 BTEC and NVQ qualifications awarded

91,709 BTEC National qualifications awarded, equivalent to 228,396 GCE A-levels

74,949 BTEC Introductory and First qualifications awarded, equivalent to 274,536 GCSEs

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

HND Matara

HND in Computing ( Software Development )

The HND qualificaiton gives students the opportunity to enter and complete the final year of their bachelors degree in Computing Science (B.Sc) in most UK or US Universities. The entry to these degree programmes would vary from university to university and on the students performance .




HND in Business
The HND in Business is an ideal stepping stone to achieve a global recognized degree that will provide you necessary skills, knowledge and attitude that will ensure you achive success in the corporate world.



HND in Accounting

The HND awards in Accounting are designed for those who are employed, or wish to take up a career in accounting and/or financial administration, within a range of business organisations or for progression to higher education.

The HND Accounting is a general accounting award which allows candidates to gain skills and knowledge in financial, cost and management accounting together with IT skills and related business subjects.

The HND Accounting has an emphasis on more advanced, technical aspects of financial and management accounting together with business taxati

HND in Quantity Surveying

Today the construction is the fastest growing industry in the world as well as in Sri Lanka. Development of new technology and new industry knowledge give rise to its growing a success. construction offers more job opportunities than most other industries for those who seek high profile, lucrative & satisfied career

This Diploma provides the ideal platform for a career in the construction industry. Quantity Surveyors provide a range of services, including cost advice and forcating, contractual advice, cost control and financial management of construction projects from inception to completion.

After completing this course, students can enter Salford University - UK ( 6 star British University) or any other 150 premier institutes to complete the BSc Quantity Surveying Degree. This is the most convenient path to become a RICS qualified Quantity Surveyor.


HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering is a premium qualification to establish a career in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

After completing this diploma, students have the opportunity to enrol at Bradford University or any other premier institutes around the world to complete B.Sc (Hons) degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering