Producing Graduates who meet the needs of the Local and Global Industry
The Graduate Institute of Science and Management
The Graduate Institute of Science and Management ( GISM) is a higher learning and research institute, established in 2010. GISM administers Education programmes, carries out research activities and implements professional training programmes .
“This Institute introduces modern education and knowledge systems to provide high quality international- level undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Sri Lanka”, said Prof. Dr. G. G. Senaratne , Founder President of GISM Campus.
What makes GISM stand out conspicuously amongst the many private universities that are seen in the Sri Lankan market is that it was founded by an academic and researcher of renown.
SENIOR ACADEMIC AT THE HELM
Prof. Senaratne is the founder of GISM, Sri Lanka and also the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology. He has over 38 years experience in both the industry and the academia and is a dual Citizen of New Zealand. His research and publications are on Microwave Inverse Scattering theory applied for ‘ Early Stage Detection of Breast Cancer’ and ‘ Foreign Object Identification’ in general. He is a visiting Professor at Sharda University. He read for his MSc. in Mobile and Satellite Communication in Westminster University U. K. and PhD in Microwave Technology at Massey University, New Zealand. He is a Member of IET, U.K.
After returning to Sri Lanka in 2010, he, together with academics from both the local and the overseas universities established GISM with the core vision of creating opportunities for Sri Lankan students to access the best quality higher education programmes in the world with affordable cost.
“Having served in New Zealand, I understood that Massey University is amongst the leaders in higher Education and having returned to Sri Lanka, after completing my PhD at Massey University, and gaining experience in both academia and exposure to industry, I was determined to provide opportunities for young Sri Lankans to take advantage of New Zealand education, just as I did. Furthermore, apart from the high standards of education, New Zealand is ranked amongst the top 5 countries to live in. These reasons inspired me to collaborate with New Zealand.” explained Prof. Senaratne.
PARTNERING WITH HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
The ultimate objective of any student is to be able to find excellent employment on completion of studies. In order to produce the best graduates, who meet the needs of the local and the global Industry, Prof. Senaratne has collaborated with Mr. Sarath Jayasinghe.
With over 35 years of rich experience in the field of Human Resource Management both in Sri Lanka and overseas, some of the key positions held by Mr.Jayasinghe are Group HR Director for STS Group of Companies in Bangladesh, Director of Human Resources in Apollo Hospitals – Dhaka, DGM Sampath Bank, Country Human Resources Manager – Coca Cola, Group General Manager for Loadstar and Group HR Manager – Nestlé.
“I have been involved in change management with hands- on organizational transformation carried out at Apollo Hospitals Dhaka and Coca-cola among the few. As an accredited psychometrician, my expertise on identifying talent in people and help them to harness such potential has given me the blessings to make successful careers for young tal- ent. There fore, my strength in coaching and mentoring could help leverage the potential of the youth for their success. Through GISM I look forward to help the youth of this country to brighten their future.” Mr Jayasinghe said.
The partnership of the senior academic and internationally acclaimed HR personnel is a recipe for ultimate success!
BENEFITS OF STUDYING AT MASSEY UNIVERSITY, NEW ZEALAND AND EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY - UK
An added advantage of studying in New Zealand is the easy entry to the job market. “All students are entitled to a two year work visa on completion of the degree. This is a unique benefit given to students who study in New Zealand. Furthermore, for students who select, Edinburgh Napier University, currently there is an impressive 97% job prospect. These opportunities add value to the student experience in both universities.” Prof. Senaratne said.
“The ability to work while studying is a great benefit to the students”, Mr. Jayasinghe added. “The students are allowed to work for 4 months per year. This enables them to greatly support a large portion of their expenses.”
To further assist their students, GISM has recently partnered with a leading bank in the country, and offers affordable pay plans.
VIEW OF A STUDENT
“Having successfully completed my A/ L exams I was able to join GISM Campus to study for Massey University Degree programme in Business Studies. During my studies at GISM I have enjoyed access to a wealth of knowledge through the lecturers, received fantastic support from the staff and established an everlasting friendship with GISM.” said Marlan Senanayake, Former Student and Prefect of Royal College, Colombo 07.