Herzing University, USA offers Bsc.& MBA Programmes in affiliation with Horizon Campus
Herzing University, a major US higher education institution, and Horizon Campus, Sri Lanka have announced a historic partnership to 
provide support for the Bsc. and MBA degree programmes in Sri Lanka, where the students would enjoy a blended learning experience, while reading for the degree of their choice.Students can complete the Herzing University Bachelor degree programmes in a little as three years, whereas MBA students can complete their postgraduate degree in just one and a half years. Sri Lankan students are integrated into Herzing University’s U.S. courses, allowing any student to spend as many semesters as they wish studying in one of Herzing University’s many U.S. campuses.
The affiliationwith Herzing University represents another steppingstone in the ambition of Horizon Campus to provide a variety of degree programmes from reputed Universities in the US, UK, Australia & India, at an affordable cost to the local market. As Mr.Upul Daranagama, the CEO of Horizon campus notes; “With our partnership and Herzing University’s learning model, we can offer a very price-effective tuition cost for the programmes. We are tremendously excited to bring U.S. quality higher education to Sri Lankan students.”
Herzing University provides high quality Bsc. and MBA degree programmes that are designed to prepare a diverse student population to meet the needs of employers in technology, business, and graphic design. The career-oriented degree programmes contain a 
complementary and integrated general education curriculum established to stimulate students’ intellectual growth, to contribute to their personal development, and to enhance their potential for career advancement.
This is motivated by the Herzing University educational philosophy which is based upon the premise that higher education can enhance an individual’s capacity to attain personal and career goals. The Herzing programmes balance the teaching of skills that are required of graduates in order to succeed in technical and business careers with the general education fundamentals that will prepare them to think analytically, communicate effectively, and advance professionally and personally.
Furthermore, the Bsc and MBA degree programmes at Herzing University are also focused on preparing students for exciting careers in today’s economy. Because the workplace is constantly evolving, Herzing University’s programme content does as well. Herzing University regularly seeks the input of industry leaders and major employers to ensure that the degree and diploma programmes align with student’s needs. Students can be confident that Herzing University programmes put them on the road to career success.
“Herzing University’s education is designed for students’ career needs over the next forty years of their careers. We have developed an effective learning model which prepares students to be successful in their future careers, and allow all Herzing University international students to be integrated into the same classes as U.S. students.” states Thomas Haynes, Director of International Operations for Herzing University. Acknowledging the role that Horizon Campus would play in the delivery of degrees, he further notes“…Our partnership with Horizon Campus provides considerable in-person support such as weekend tutorials and coaching at Horizon’s state-of-the-art Colombo facilities.”
Apart from the Bsc. degrees on offer, Horizon Campus has also affiliated with Herzing University to offer post graduate qualifications, for those who wish to top their existing degree, with an recognized US qualification. The MBA in Business Management (MBABM) and MBA in Human Resources (MBAHR) programs prepare students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for management positions in various business enterprises,with a concentration of courses in business management. These career opportunities may be in areas such as accounting, finance, business administration, sales, marketing, human resources, information systems, and production or operations for the existing or emerging manager.The programme includes the application of theory and practice, and case studies are emphasized throughout all courses. Graduates of Herzing University’s MBA degree program will be able to apply their knowledge to any field, including finance, marketing,healthcare, education, manufacturing, industrial, insurance, nonprofit,and hospitality industries.
In addition to the MBA Degree Programmes, four Bsc. Degree Programmes in nine
concentrations are offered:
-Business Management with a Concentration in Business Administration (BSBMBA)
- Business Management with a Concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies (BSBMES)
- Business Management with a Concentration in International Business (BSBMIB)
- Business Management with a Concentration in Marketing (BSBMM)
- Graphic Design with a Concentration in Print Design (BSGRDPD)
- Graphic Design with a Concentration in Web Design (BSGRDWD)
- Information Technology with a Concentration in Network Management (BSITNM)
- Information Technology with a Concentration in Security Technology (BSITST)
- Software Development with a Concentration in Computer Programming (BSSDCP)
The official Herzing University programme launch will take place on Wednesday, May 22nd at 6:00pm at the Aitrium, Cinnamon Grand Hotel,Colombo 03. Interested students and families are welcome to attend, more information can be obtained by contacting the Herzing University Hotline at Horizon Campus on 0718 622 727 or 2 369 202 or hu.info@horizoncampus.edu.lk. You could also visit the Campus Office at 7, Kirimandala Mawatha, Colombo 5
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Regional Accreditation is the highest level of accreditation in the United States. For further information, The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted on the Commission’s website at www.ncahlc.org.
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