MMBL-Pathfinder Group has entered into a strategic partnership with HCLTech, a leading global technology company, to introduce innovative IT training programs in Sri Lanka. This collaboration is set to be a game-changer, with the newly established Pathfinder EdTech Institute at its core, aimed at creating a skilled workforce ready for the digital age, a Pathfinder news release said.

At the Launching ceremony held in Colombo Taj on Friday (19) evening Mr K Balasundaram CEO MMBL Pathfinder Group and Ms Srimathi Shivashankar, Corporate Vice President and Global Head of EdTech, exchanged the agreement of establishment of the Pathfinder HCLTech Institute. Ms Devika Lal, Fist Sec. of the Indian High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka was the Chief Guest. Waruna Sri Dhanapala act. Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy the guest of honor of the Event

Special discussion held on IT development opportunities in Sri Lanka and, Mr.Oshada Senanayake (Brandix) , Mr.Nishan Sembacuttiaratchy (ESOFT) , Mr.Hasitha Karunarathne (KPMG , Mr.Bimal Gunapala (SLASSCOM) represented Dialog.

Central to this partnership is the HCLTech Career Shaper platform, designed to seamlessly connect academic learning with industry requirements. By incorporating HCLTech’s acclaimed training methods, expertly curated curriculum and state-of-the-art tech tools, this initiative promises to equip individuals with practical, job-ready skills, the release said.

The program will debut with two training centers in Colombo and Jaffna, with plans to expand across the country. The first courses will cover essential topics such as Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, with more subjects to follow. The blended learning approach will combine tech-driven coursework, hands-on projects and internship opportunities, offering participants a comprehensive and immersive educational experience, it added.

“Our collaboration with MMBL-Pathfinder Group reinforces HCLTech’s commitment to empowering communities through transformative education. By bringing Career Shaper™ to Sri Lanka, we aim to nurture a generation of IT professionals ready to lead in the global digital economy,” said Srimathi Shivashankar, CVP and Global Head of EdTech, HCLTech.

This initiative aligns with HCLTech’s vision of enabling accessible, high-quality tech education worldwide. Operating in over 59 countries, the company is a global leader in workforce transformation, leveraging emerging technologies to create impactful career pathways.

Pathfinder EdTech Institute’s launch underscores Sri Lanka’s potential as a future hub for IT innovation. This partnership is poised to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the country, contributing to its aspirations of becoming a regional leader in digital excellence.