The American College of Higher Education (ACHE), Dehiwala, together with Seneca Polytechnic, Toronto, Canada, has launched an international education partnership aimed at creating affordable and globally recognised higher education opportunities for Sri Lankan students.
The collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce innovative 1+2 undergraduate Bachelor’s degree transfer pathways in Business Administration and Computer Science.
The partnership was officially launched on May 8 during the visit of Seneca Polytechnic President David Agnew and Seneca International Executive Director Prashant Srivastava to The American College of Higher Education.
The event was attended by ACHE Founder and CEO Dr. Sherryn Yaseen, Director of Operations Victor S. Patrick, Director of Studies Dr. Padmini Sirimanne, faculty members, staff, students, parents, and representatives from several leading schools across Sri Lanka.
Under the newly introduced 1+2 undergraduate transfer pathway, Sri Lankan students will be able to complete the first year of their Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Computer Science at ACHE in Sri Lanka before transferring to Seneca Polytechnic in Canada to complete the remaining two years of study.
The pathway offers students the opportunity to obtain a globally recognised Canadian qualification while significantly reducing the overall cost of overseas education.
Speaking at the launch, David Agnew highlighted the growing importance of international academic partnerships and emphasised the shared values of academic excellence, innovation, and student success between Seneca Polytechnic and ACHE. He noted that the collaboration would provide Sri Lankan students with access to world-class Canadian education and international career opportunities while allowing them to begin their studies closer to home.
Rhino Roofing launches ‘Rhino Academy’ to address Sri Lanka’s industrial skills gap
Rhino Roofing Products Limited has announced the launch of the ‘Rhino Academy,’ a new initiative aimed at addressing Sri Lanka’s industrial skills gap while empowering the next generation of technical professionals.
The launch of the Academy coincides with the birth anniversary of Rhino’s late Chairman, A.Y.S. Gnanam, whose vision strongly championed the potential of Sri Lankan youth. He firmly believed that with discipline, dedication, and quality workmanship, local talent could compete successfully on the global stage.
Inspired by that vision, Rhino Academy has been established as a platform to develop skilled technical professionals by promoting vocational and technical careers as pathways of pride, dignity, and long-term professional growth.
Through a curriculum that combines practical industry exposure with theoretical knowledge, the Academy aims to equip young people with the expertise required to secure stable and high-value careers, while contributing to the country’s growing need for skilled labour.
At a time when many industries are facing a shortage of technical expertise, Rhino Academy serves as a strategic initiative focused on nurturing a future-ready workforce for Sri Lanka’s industrial sector.
The Academy has also partnered with national institutions including the National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) and the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC). Through these collaborations, students will have access to certified National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) programmes, ensuring internationally recognised credentials and enhanced career mobility.
Rhino stated that the initiative also reflects the company’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the areas of quality education, decent work, and reducing inequalities within the workforce.
ACHE, Seneca Polytechnic, Toronto launch international education partnership
