2025-07-18 – PECB has recently signed a partnership agreement with Manchester Education and Research Center. This partnership will deliver significant benefits to enterprises at competitive prices, by providing best practices of ISO standards in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Our partnership with Manchester Education will provide us with a valuable opportunity to ensure that our customers acquire the expertise they need to better plan for their futures," said Tim Rama, CEO of PECB.
"It is our objective to show customers how PECB training courses directly relate to their career interests and aspirations and to help them apply the skills they learn in PECB courses to solve real-world problems," added Rama.
Udari Poornima, Chief Marketing Officer at Manchester Education and Research Center
“We are pleased to partner with PECB to bring internationally recognized ISO training and certification programs to our students and professional clients in Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region. As a leading education provider, our objective is to equip individuals and organizations with globally competitive qualifications that meet modern industry needs. Through this partnership, we aim to empower professionals with world-class knowledge, enhance institutional quality standards, and support the evolving compliance and regulatory frameworks across various sectors.” said Udari Poornima, Officer-in-Charge, International Relations, Manchester Education and Research Center.
About PECB
PECB is a certification body that provides education, certification, and certificate programs for individuals on a wide range of disciplines.
We help professionals and organizations show commitment and competence by providing them with valuable education, evaluation, certification, and certificate programs against rigorous internationally recognized standards. Our mission is to provide our clients with comprehensive services that inspire trust, continual improvement, demonstrate recognition, and benefit the society as a whole. For further information about PECB’s principal objectives and activities, visit
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About Manchester Education and Research Center
Manchester Education and Research Center (MERC), based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a leading provider of academic and professional qualifications ranging from diplomas to master’s degrees, with international university affiliations and industry-recognized programs. MERC caters to students and professionals in Sri Lanka, Maldives, India and other Asian and Middle Eastern markets. The center is focused on delivering high-quality, flexible, and globally accredited education through both online and blended models. With a strong emphasis on international collaboration and career advancement, MERC aims to bridge the global skills gap and support lifelong learning for future-ready professionals. For further information about MERC, visit
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