HNB Assurance partners University of Colombo, launch Aspire programme
HNB Assurance PLC entered a strategic partnership with the Faculty of Management and Finance at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, to introduce the HNB Assurance Aspire programme.
This initiative aims to provide selected high-performing Advisors, Leaders and Bancassurance Officers with an opportunity to enhance their professional and business skills.
Through the HNB Assurance Aspire programme, candidates will have the opportunity to obtain a Diploma in Professional and Business Skills (DPBS) from the University of Colombo, with a pathway extending to a degree.
HNB Assurance CEO Lasitha Wimalaratne, said; “At HNB Assurance, we believe in investing in our sales force and providing them with the best resources and opportunities they need to succeed. The HNB Assurance Aspire Programme is initiated with this in mind showcasing our commitment to nurturing talent and helping our advisors and bancassurance officers reach their full potential.”
The Vice-Chancellor, University of Colombo, Senior Professor H. D. Karunaratne stated; “HNB Assurance has made an effective decision by choosing the best higher educational institute of the country as its trainer.” Moreover, he highlighted that “University of Colombo is not only the best university in the country, alsothe only higher educational institute in the country which has been listed under the top 1000 universities in the world.”
HNB Assurance Head of Sales Training and Development Shiran Fernando stated; “The Aspire programme is a significant step forward in our training and development efforts. By collaborating with the University of Colombo, we are ensuring that our high performers receive top-notch education and training, equipping them with the skills they need to excel further in their careers. In the first program, 40 candidates will be selected for the Colombo University program. I must convey my sincere thanks to both teams from the University of Colombo, Faculty of Management and Finance and HNB Assurance for their efforts in getting this program off the ground.”
Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance at the University of Colombo, Professor H.M. Nihal Hennayake stated; “We are delighted to collaborate with HNB Assurance on the HNB Assurance Aspire program. This initiative aligns with our broader vision of the faculty in providing high-quality education and professional development opportunities to professionals who can benefit from advanced education, training and skills enhancement.”
Head of the Management Consultancy Unit of the Faculty of Management and Finance Dr. Sajitha Dishanka, University of Colombo stated; “Our unit is fully equipped with required resource personnel and tailor-made programme curricula to meet training requirements of the corporate sector”.
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