Union Bank is proud to announce a major milestone for the Union Bank School of Social Entrepreneurship with the launch of the National Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NEDP).
As academic activities for 2025 commence, Union Bank takes the lead as the first to inaugurate this groundbreaking initiative in partnership with the University of Moratuwa (UoM)and the National Innovation Agency (NIA).
With applications called across the island in December 2024, two hundred shortlisted students, current business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs with innovative startup ideas enrolled in the programme and were present at the event.
A combination of online lectures and workshops, the programme covers a comprehensive course outline needed to develop business acumen. This milestone event marks the beginning of a transformative journey to upskill business owners and budding entrepreneurs. As an event highlight Union Bank customers joined, to share their inspiring entrepreneurial journeys adding much value to the initiative. Together, we’re fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and a brighter future for Sri Lanka.
Caption: The shortlisted applicants with the representatives from Union Bank, the University of Moratuwa (UoM) and the National Innovation Agency (NIA) at the launch of the National Entrepreneurship Development Programme.
