NCHS Shifts Paradigms in Education with ISO 9001:2015
Dr. Robertson explained that the institute adheres to quality benchmarks that are set by their partner universities, the Swinburne University of Technology, Australia as well as the California State University, Monterey Bay.
NCHS, a leader in the education industry in Sri Lanka has shifted the paradigms of quality in education as they obtained the ISO 9001:2015 for Quality management. “Quality is key at Nawaloka and this is a step we have taken to ensure that the high benchmarks we adhere to are met” said Dr. Alan Robertson, Dean, Nawaloka College of Higher Studies.
The ISO 9000 family addresses various aspects of quality management and contains some of ISO’s best known standards. The standards provide guidance and tools for companies and organizations who want to ensure that their products and services consistently meet customer’s requirements, and that quality is consistently improved.
Continuous Improvement towards Excellence
It was stated that NCHS is on a constant pursuit towards excellence and therefore understand the need for continuous development.
This standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach and continual improvement. These principles are explained in more detail in the pdf Quality Management Principles. Using ISO 9001:2015 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits
Partner Universities who Subscribe to the High Quality Benchmarks
Dr. Robertson explained that the institute adheres to quality benchmarks that are set by their partner universities, the Swinburne University of Technology, Australia as well as the California State University, Monterey Bay.
It was stated that the partner universities were selected due to their commitment to quality education. In the Top 3% in the World Swinburne has gained a reputation of being an ‘ Industry-engaged, industry-informed’ university. The curricu- lum and teaching methodology have been designed to meet the requirements of the industry. Consistently ranked among the top 3% universities in the world by the Academic Rankings of World Universities (ARWU), it is a highly sought after study destination amongst local and international students.
Now at NCHS
At a time when selecting a degree has increased in importance and in options, the Swinburne - Nawaloka partnership at NCHS stands out. The combination of an internationally reputed university with a leading local organization, guarantees the students the best learning experience with the highest quality.
Having commenced a degree of choice in Sri Lanka, the students can then select the option of completing their education in the Swinburne campuses in Melbourne, Australia, or closer to home, in Malaysia. They also can opt to study in California! Meeting global standards locally Located in the heart of Colombo 03, NCHS offers the best facilities and reputed academics to administer the programs. The same syllabus, method of delivery and evaluation as Swinburne, Australia are followed, ensuring that the pathway programs conducted at NCHS are of the same standards and quality.
Dr. Robertson explained that the course content and delivery in Australia is mirrored at the NCHS campus. “By doing this we can ensure that the same standards at Swinburne are practiced in Sri Lanka” he said. Student Loan Facilities on Offer Student loan facilities at special interest rates are also on offer to help students pursue their higher education at NCHS.
To find out more on how you can be a part of the prestigious Swinburne Business degree pathways at NCHS, call 0777 899 998/ 011 5 899 998 or email info@nchs.edu.lk
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