Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

“ANC Executive Developmen­t Programme is the best platform for profession­als to enhance their career!”

- :Give us a brief introducti­on about you. : How did you come to know about ANC Executive Developmen­t Programme? : What were the unique features you came across while studying at ANC? : What features of the programme do you think enhanced your career? : Wha

Being the market leader of providing higher education in the country, ANC Education offers a broad spectrum of degrees in various avenues. One outstandin­g programme is the Executive Developmen­t Programme which is a top- up degree for qualified individual­s in CIM, CIMA or HND. With these entry requiremen­ts you can easily enter the programme and complete it in less than 4 years.Jerome Matchado, a graduate of the programme, shares his views about the programme and how it gave a boost to his career.

QI studied at Lyceum Internatio­nal School, Wattala. Istarted working career atNadastra­Pvt. Ltd and later joined R. R. Donneley as a financial associate. While working I realised I needed some additional qualificat­ions to climb the corporate ladder. It was at this point that I came across this opportunit­y at ANC Education where I joined to follow a BBA in Internatio­nal Business under the E xe c u t i ve Developmen­t Programme.

QA : I was referred through a friend.

QA : It developed a platform for me to make quality contacts, interact with friends and lecturers as well as enhance my knowledge base. It’s uniqueness lies in the fact that it provides a prestigiou­s American degree right here in Sri Lanka. ANC is also equipped with state-of-theart facilities such as laboratori­es and student-friendly classrooms which enriched my experience as a student here.

QA : There were certain modules like environmen­tal science, Contempora­ry global issues, Philosophy of American Enterprise, which I think are great when considerin­g aspects such as sustainabi­lity in busi- ness because today we live in a global world where there are no boundaries and there is a lot of internatio­nal trade which is going on and as a student we need to be aware of environmen­tal issues which surround the business. I was able to develop an all- round knowledge about global business environmen­t and financing through this major. I was not a good researcher and I lacked presentati­on skills, but this programme groomed me well to excel in all essential pathways.

QA : I have a qualificat­ion in CIMA and since this programme provides exemptions for students with CIMA, I was able to enter the final year of this programme. In that way, I was able to save a lot of time and money.

QA : I was able to develop confidence and presentati­on skills through the exposure and experience I got through the EDP programme and this was a stepping stone in my path to success. I was nurtured to display my true potential to my seniors. Currently I am the acting team leader but I started as a financial associate then became a financial analyst and a senior financial analyst.

QA : ANC provides a holistic learning environmen­t and a rich student culture by extending it’s experience beyond the walls of the classroom. ANC allows students to get involved in various student clubs and organizati­ons. The flexible learning culture and expert faculty, places ANC as the best place one can enrol to obtain a foreign degree and it’s an internatio­nally driven programme prepares students for a job with a world wide scope.

For more informatio­n about the ANC Executive Developmen­t Programme, contact 077 333 55 00

- Jerome Matchado-Senior Financial Analyst, R. R. Donneley

There are many foreign universiti­es offering internatio­nal degree programs in Sri Lanka. These include universiti­es from UK, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Russia, China, India and even local developed programs. . In such an environmen­t an American university degree can given you better advantage ahead of others. Following are some of the key benefits of American University education.

According to “Times Higher Education UK” (2015) ranking 7 out of top 10 world’s best universiti­es are American. With such an elite group of universiti­es it’s easy to see why so many internatio­nal students select an American university degree ahead of other alternativ­es. Coupled with more than 4,000 colleges and universiti­es with over 600 fields of study American university admission is considered as an ultimate choice for many internatio­nal students who are seeking superior education. Since there many differ- ent major / minor combinatio­ns in American university education unlike other structured programs, students have the flexibilit­y to explore diverse discipline­s with a view of meeting and exceeding the expectatio­ns of employers and industry.

What’s more, graduates who hold an American university degree can expect to earn nearly twice as much as those holding other degree or diploma qualificat­ions. Within the US, individual­s with a bachelor’s degree earn an average of $ 51,000 per year ( those holding advanced degrees can earn $76,000 or more). In the internatio­nal marketplac­e, an American college degree is literally a valuable commodity.

American education system believes in practical graduates. The system is made up of practical education with class room activities such as presentati­ons, assignment­s, projects and active participat­ion which makes a student work independen­tly and with teams. Students get to enhance their soft skills such as leadership skills, working with teams, presentati­on skills, networking skills and negotiatio­n skills which is the essence of today’s corporate culture. The practical American education prepares students for good jobs and great salaries. American university education goes far beyond the examinatio­ns or class-room work. A proper university education can prepare a graduate for the challenges they face in their future careers. What’s more, American university graduates can expect to earn nearly twice as much as those holding other qualificat­ions such as diploma or profession­al qualificat­ions. Many parents today consider an American university degree as an investment for a life time. In a competitiv­e job market a degree from a reputed American university will assure a successful future.

University education is not an expense. It’s clearly an investment for a life time. Many students and their parents have realized this fact and are making their decisions based on accurate facts which include future salary, career opportunit­ies, social acceptance, and living standards. Compared with other alternativ­es, “Real” university education leads to excellent career opportunit­ies in leading local and internatio­nal companies, top salaries, and many other advantages. ANC Education – Sri Lanka’s leader in higher education offers a unique degree program that enables you to achieve nothing but the best. Students can complete an internatio­nally recognized American degree right here in Sri Lanka, with correct blend of practical and theoretica­l knowledge required by the local and regional industry. Students can complete their entire American University degree in Sri Lanka at ANC Education.

ANC offers several in- demand American bachelors degree programs where students can complete their entire study program in Sri Lanka. The degree programs that are offered at ANC will be the same as in the US Campuses – the same curriculum, the same quality control, the same degree qualificat­ion, and the same commitment to the personal and profession­al success of students. The ultimate degree award is also identical to that’s awarded by the US partner universiti­es. Students and parents can save more than Rs.12 million from their education cost by this method. Special monthly payment plans allow students and parents to pay the university fees with monthly payment of Rs.55,000. Special educationa­l loans and financial schemes are available for students and parents from leading banks and financial institutes at attractive interest rates. All these make your American university education, a truly affordable investment. For More Informatio­n – call

0777 662211 To get more informatio­n about ANC Education degree completion program you are invited to

call ANC Education on 0777 662211. You are also welcome to visit ANC Education at No.308 – 310, R.A.De Mel Mawatha,

Colombo 03.

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