Governance

Our Academic Board

IVMA's Academic Board, led by Chief Academic Duminda Sanjeewa, brings together experienced, active industry professionals who oversee course quality, curriculum standards, and student outcomes, ensuring every program stays closely aligned with real, current industry practice and genuine international creative education standards today.

Responsibilities

The Functions of the Academic Board

  • Reviewing and approving the curriculum for every IVMA course, ensuring content stays aligned with current industry practice
  • Setting and maintaining academic standards across all diplomas and certificate programs Evaluating and appointing lecturers, ensuring every instructor holds both formal qualifications and active industry experience
  • Overseeing student assessment methods, including practical projects, portfolios, and final evaluations
  • Approving updates to course syllabi as industry trends, tools, and technologies evolve Monitoring student attendance, participation, and overall academic performance across all programs
  • Reviewing and addressing student grievances related to academic matters
  • Ensuring certification and diploma awards meet the required standards before issuance Approving the introduction of new courses and programs before they are launched
  • Maintaining alignment between IVMA's teaching standards and international creative education benchmarks
  • Overseeing internship, mentorship, and industry partnership programs to ensure genuine student benefit
  • Conducting periodic reviews of course outcomes and graduate success to guide continuous improvement

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