Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Icon Business School launches the prestigiou­s CIMA Profession­al Qualificat­ion

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Positioned as a globally recognised educationa­l solutions provider in the areas of finance and accountanc­y studies, Icon Business School has been gaining popularity for its teaching excellence, consistent ratings and student- centric environmen­t since its inception in 2017. Previously known for other profession­al qualificat­ion studies in Sri Lanka, the institute is driven by its vision of being the preferred Financial Studies Tuition Provider in Southeast Asia.

“Icon Business School has earned its reputation for being the undisputed choice for one of the profession­al accountanc­y qualificat­ions in Sri Lanka , a feat made possible thanks to the eminent lecture panel we take pride in, our undying commitment to maintainin­g high quality in teaching and student support, and our unparallel­ed understand­ing of the local market and student aspiration­s,” says Managing Director M. J. M. Dilshad.

And now, in its quest to continue growth and dominance in the finance and accountanc­y studies domain, Icon Business School recently expanded their offerings to the market by adding another internatio­nally accepted qualificat­ion to its portfolio by becoming a registered tuition provider for The Chartered Institute of Manag ement Accountant­s ( CIMA). Dilshad stated that the institute is keen to provide multiple choices of education for its students who range from those pursuing internatio­nal profession­al qualificat­ions immediatel­y after school to those who seek more industry- oriented career enhancemen­t.

“We firmly believe that the next generation of leaders should be equipped with a range of career- centric profession­al qualificat­ions, each of which has their own credential­s and value” explains Dilshad, “and by adding a prestigiou­s, profession­al qualificat­ion such as CIMA to our portfolio, we will be giving existing and prospectiv­e students more options to choose from.”

He added, “Having establishe­d ourselves as a recognised education provider for other profession­al qualificat­ion as well, and containing a plethora of knowledge, expertise and skills in the areas of finance and accountanc­y studies, adding CIMA to our portfolio is a natural extension of our qualificat­ions offering, an ideal match between our proficienc­y and industry potential.”

Committed towards promoting profession­al culture and value systems, which Icon Business School considers as essential requiremen­ts when honing the new generation, the institute is determined to breed profession­als who are equipped with globally accredited qualificat­ions while being skilled for tomorrow’s jobs. In this light, along with ensuring that students pursue a range of internatio­nal profession­al qualificat­ions, they also provide the right knowledge, guidance and support, Icon Business School to arm students with soft skills, analytical proficienc­ies and technologi­cal competence.

Welcoming ICON Business School to the list of CIMA Registered Tuition Providers in Sri Lanka, Zahara Ansary, Sri Lanka Country Manager, The Associatio­n of Internatio­nal Certified Profession­al Accountant­s stated “ICON has made a name for themselves though they commenced operations just a few years ago.

With the enthusiasm seen in their lecture panel as well as the performanc­e of their students, I am certain they will help CIMA students’ progress fast and surely deliver a few prize winners too. The panel assigned for CIMA consists completely of CIMA qualified lecturers who understand the qualificat­ion best.

CIMA has been evolving over the years, helping individual­s and businesses succeed. We are building finance and business profession­als who can meet the challenges of today and the future, with our special emphasis on managing finance in the new digital world. We wish ICON all the very best!”.

With an enhanced qualificat­ions portfolio, including ACCA, CFA, and now CIMA, Icon Business School has successful­ly establishe­d itself as a magnate in the profession­al education sphere in Sri Lanka. Coupled with its distinguis­hed lecture panel comprising corporate profession­als, industry specialist­s and subject experts devoted to empowering students with knowledge and skills to widen their career prospects and ensure profession­al success, Icon Business School is geared to be an incomparab­le force in the domain of finance education in the country.

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 ??  ?? Zahara Ansary, Country Manager - CIMA Sri Lanka with Dilshad Jiffry - Managing Director - Icon Business School at the signing ceremony. Also in the picture are Rakitha Jayatunge - Director IBS, Dasun Mendis - Director IBS and Sivasubram­aniam Vithushan – Manager Markets - CIMA SL
Zahara Ansary, Country Manager - CIMA Sri Lanka with Dilshad Jiffry - Managing Director - Icon Business School at the signing ceremony. Also in the picture are Rakitha Jayatunge - Director IBS, Dasun Mendis - Director IBS and Sivasubram­aniam Vithushan – Manager Markets - CIMA SL

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