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ICL FutureTech Talk Series 1 – Azure CI/CD for Effective Software Testing Wednesday, 09 July 2025 | ICL Education Centre ICL Graduate Business School successfully launched the first session of its new FutureTech Talk Series, a platform designed to connect students with professionals shaping the future of technology. The inaugural session featured guest speaker Dona Gayani Dasanayake, a software specialist in testing, who delivered an insightful presentation on “Azure CI/CD for Effective Software Testing.” Dona explored the importance of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) in modern development environments, emphasising how these practices enable continuous testing, monitoring, and optimisation — all key elements for delivering high-quality software. The event sparked […]

Speaker Series 3 – Elevating Business Operations: From Repetition to Intelligence (AI) Wednesday, 18 July 2025 | ICL Education Centre On Tuesday, 18 June, ICL Graduate Business School proudly hosted the third instalment of the ICL Speaker Series, featuring special guest Dr. Thamil Vamathevan—an expert in Artificial Intelligence with extensive experience across academia and industry. In her engaging and thought-provoking session, Dr. Vamathevan guided students and staff through the evolution of AI—from early rule-based systems to today’s advanced generative models that are reshaping industries. She provided a clear and practical introduction to current AI tools and demonstrated how they are transforming business operations across a wide range of sectors. The

BBIS students with Programme Manager, Premalatha Sampath and Academic Tutors during the Poster Exhibition. Showcasing Applied Learning: NZDB & BBIS Students Present Poster Exhibition 16 June 2025 | ICL Education Centre On 16 June, students from the New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDB) and the Bachelor of Business Information Systems (BBIS) programmes at ICL Education Group participated in a dynamic applied learning activity that culminated in a professional poster exhibition. The event served as an opportunity for students to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world application in a collaborative, academic setting. Guided by our experienced academic staff, the activity integrated key concepts from two essential papers: NZDB5210 Managing Business Operations and

Academic Manager, Associate Professor Dr Syed Jamali, during the Academic Orientation Welcoming Our May 2025 Intake: A Strong Start to a New Academic Journey 01-06 May 2025 | ICL Education Centre At ICL Graduate Business School, the start of a new term is always a moment of excitement and opportunity. This May, we proudly welcomed a new cohort of students into our Master’s, Postgraduate, and Graduate Diploma programmes in Business Management and Business Informatics, as well as our Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE). The academic orientation sessions were held from 1st to 6th May 2025, designed to provide students with a thorough introduction to their academic programmes, institutional expectations,

Speaker Series 2 – Insights on business structures in nz and related compliance Wednesday, 14 May 2025 | ICL Education Centre On Wednesday, 14 May, ICL Graduate Business School had the pleasure of hosting the second edition of the ICL Speaker Series, welcoming Siddhartha Sharma, Senior Manager and Compliance Officer at EY (Ernst & Young), as our distinguished guest speaker. The session focused on the highly relevant topic of “Business Structures in New Zealand and Related Compliance”, offering our students an in-depth look into the frameworks that underpin business operations in Aotearoa. With years of experience in business advisory, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, Mr Sharma brought valuable real-world perspectives

Students from the business programmes during their Student Support Services Orientation Welcoming the March 2025 Intake: A Strong Start for a Bright Future 20-27 March 2025 | ICL Education Centre ICL Graduate Business School was proud to welcome a new cohort of aspiring professionals as part of our March 2025 intake. This group includes students enrolled in a range of future-focused programmes such as the Master of Management, Master of Management in Healthcare, Master of Business Informatics, Bachelor of Business Information Systems, New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), and the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education). To support a successful academic beginning, a series of orientation sessions were

Kicking off the ICL Graduate Business School Speaker Series 1 2025 Wednesday, 9 April 2025 | ICL Education Centre We were proud to launch the first session of our brand-new ICL Graduate Business School Speaker Series on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, at the ICL Education Centre in Auckland. This initiative aims to enrich the academic experience of our students by connecting them with accomplished industry professionals, thought leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of business. For our inaugural event, we had the pleasure of welcoming Flavio Hangarter as our guest speaker. Flavio is a highly respected expert in the fields of digital transformation, product innovation, and emerging technologies.

Earlier this month, we had the privilege of welcoming our new Business and ECE (Early Childhood Education) students for the November intake. This marks a significant milestone for our institution as our largest intake to date, with over 300 students across all programmes—a testament to the school’s resilience and dedication post-pandemic. To help students kickstart their academic journey, we conducted thorough orientation sessions both in-person and online. These sessions provided essential academic guidance and introduced students to the valuable resources available to support their success. Our esteemed Programme Managers shared detailed insights into their respective programmes, covering the curriculum, academic expectations, and career pathways, while our student support services team

On the 31st of October, our ICL students’ lounge transformed into a vibrant space celebrating the magic of Diwali. This beautiful festival, known as the Festival of Lights, symbolises the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. It’s a time of unity, celebration, and spreading joy. Our Marketing Team poured creativity into every detail, crafting an inviting atmosphere with decorations and a well-organised celebration. Students from all backgrounds gathered to experience the richness of Diwali, enjoying delicious traditional treats, engaging music, and the spirit of community. The celebration wasn’t just about festive fun—it was also a cultural exchange, highlighting the essence of our diverse ICL

2024 ICL graduates proudly stand at the commencement of their graduation ceremony. On the momentous date of Tuesday, 1st October 2024, ICL Graduate Business School commemorated the academic achievements of its students from a diverse array of programmes. The ceremony celebrated the graduation of students who had successfully completed Undergraduate Diplomas, Graduate and Postgraduate Diplomas, as well as Master’s Degrees in the fields of Business, Business Informatics, and Early Childhood Education. It was a day filled with joy and pride as the graduates, representing various stages of their educational journey, came together to mark this significant milestone in their lives. The Ceremony included graduates of the programmes of New Zealand