IPM inspires bright young minds to embrace HR as a career

IPM Sri Lanka – the nation’s leader in human resource management – is in the forefront of the country’s quest to inspire bright young minds to consider and choose a career in human resource management which is now considered one of the most fulfilling and fastest growing professions in the world.      

This came to light recently when the brightest young mind in the GCE A/L Arts Stream of 2017 in the Kurunegala District who is also ranked #7 in the island, Sanjula Hettiarachchi, was inspired by IPM’s reputation and standing as an HR institute to enrol in the IPM Foundation Course in Human Resource Management (FCHRM). In recognition of her achievement and to further encourage her in the chosen career path of HR, Hettiarachchi was awarded a scholarship by IPM at a ceremony held at the IPM Head Office recently. The scholarship was presented to Hettiarachchi by IPM Sri Lanka Chief Operating Officer P.G. Tennakoon.

“Human resource management professionals play a crucial role in helping organisations achieve their strategic goals and objectives. Their ever increasing contribution to organisational well being is gaining recognition at all levels of the organisation which is driving a surge in demand for human resource management professionals,” said IPM Sri Lanka President Prof. Ajantha Dharmasiri.  

“We are encouraged by the bright young minds like Hettiarachchi joining the IPM Business School to pursue a career in HRM which is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding careers available today,” he added. 

IPM makes it easy and convenient for students and professionals alike to access its services by establishing regional centres and branches across the country thereby eliminating the need to travel to Colombo. Regional centres have already been established in five regional cities including in Kurunegala. Hettiarachchi is enrolled at the IPM Kurunegala Regional Center which is conveniently located in the centre of the city. 

IPM’s curriculum is regularly updated in order to be relevant to the dynamic market situation. The teaching methods adopted are not limited to exams but incorporate many other activities which provide exposure to practical aspects such as group projects, presentations etc. IPM has a very structured set of courses for a beginner in HR to advanced courses which helps in career progression. Furthermore, IPM’s graduates are readily accepted in the industry which is a positive and important factor in deciding on a career in HR.        

IPM’s produces over 700 market ready well rounded HR professionals on a yearly basis who pass out from the IPM Business School. The fully fledged IPM Business School having considered the future needs in the HR sector, will be offering recognised degrees in human resource management in the near future. 

IPM was founded in 1959 and was subsequently incorporated by an Act of Parliament in 1976. IPM is affiliated to the Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resources Management and also to the World Federation of People Management Association. IPM, being a professional institute is also a constituent member of the Organization of Professional Associations [OPA] Sri Lanka. Currently, IPM comprises of over 1,200 Professional Members who serve in both public and private organisations.