Introduction to Insight
Introduction to Insight
In 2008, a dedicated group of social workers, including academics, professionals, and entrepreneurs, came together to establish the Mawanella Institute of Technical Training (MITT) in Mawanella. MITT initially operated from a rented building, offering TVEC-accredited vocational craft level courses such as Welding, Electrical, Plumbing, and Building Service Technician training.
As MITT gained recognition and success, the group decided to formalize their efforts in 2009 by legally incorporating a trust known as Insight Education Trust (IET). During the same year, IET received invaluable support from philanthropists, enabling the acquisition of Four and a Half acres of land with existing buildings. This pivotal moment allowed IET to conduct its vocational courses on its own premises, ensuring a more comprehensive and sustainable approach to education.
Recognizing the need for a dedicated institution to continue its educational mission, the trustees of IET established a guaranteed company named Insight Institute of Management and Technology (IIMT).
Since its inception, IIMT has evolved into a fully-fledged education institute, specializing in NVQ Level 3 & 4 courses. These courses encompass fields such as Automobile Technology, Automobile, Electrical Systems, and Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology, producing approximately 400 highly qualified technicians annually.
In response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Board of Directors of IIMT, supported by friends of Insight (Alumni of the business school), initiated a remarkable transformation in the last quarter of 2022. This ambitious endeavour aimed to elevate the status of the institute to that of a Technology Campus.
As a Technology Campus, IIMT now offers a wide range of academic programs, including Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, and Master’s degrees in Information Technology, Education, and other fields, in addition to its existing vocational training courses.
In 2022, IIMT made significant strides in its history, with substantial investments in infrastructure development. A comprehensive masterplan for infrastructure enhancement was commissioned, resulting in the opening of two fully equipped computer labs.
Several new facilities are currently under construction and are expected to be completed by the end of the year:
A 250-seat capacity auditorium, A student facility building, comprising a gym, cafeteria, Common room, Study area, A Library and a Conference room.
In the year 2023, Insight has made significant strides in the academic domain, including:
a. Initiated the introduction of a NVQ Level 4 Certificate course in IT.
b. Implemented programs aimed at providing guidance and support to students who are enrolled with the University of Colombo, helping them prepare for the Foundation in Technology course and the BIT external degree.
c. Discussion is underway to establish a cooperative agreement with Multimedia University (MMU) of Malaysia, enabling IIMT to offer MMU’s Foundation in Technology course and the first year of their degree program right on our campus. These initiatives reflect IIMT’s commitment to enhancing the educational opportunities and experiences available to our students in 2023.
