ABOUT INSPIRE COLLEGE

Explore our diverse range of programs designed
to prepare you for global success

WHO WE ARE

Inspire College is Sri Lanka’s pioneering fully online higher education provider, bridging the gap between traditional learning and the digital future. Established with a vision to democratize education, we offer globally aligned programs from diploma to master’s level.
We’re more than just an institution – we’re a catalyst for personal and professional transformation. Our flexible learning model eliminates geographic barriers and rigid schedules, allowing students to pursue world-class education regardless of their location or life circumstances.
With industry-relevant curriculum, expert faculty, and innovative teaching methods, we prepare our students not just for degrees, but for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

visionary Leaders

Steven Enderby
Chairman

Steven Enderby, Chairman of Inspire College, is a seasoned leader with 25+ years in private equity, strategy, and governance. Former CEO of Hemas Holdings PLC with senior roles at Actis LLP and CDC Capital Partners, he leverages deep regional experience to advance Inspire College’s innovative, accessible education mission.

Dinesh Kumara
Director / CEO

Dinesh, Founder/CEO of Inspire College and Founder & Chairman of Inspire X, Niwadu Deals, and HealthX, is a bootstrapped entrepreneur with 10+ years of experience in driving Sri Lanka’s digital transformation. He has also served on advisory boards of NEDA and ITI, contributing to growth and innovation in the tech ecosystem.

Bhanuka Harischandra
Director

A Sri Lankan entrepreneur and digital strategist, he is the Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Surge Global. After launching a successful YouTube network, he co-founded Watchdog, a fact-checking platform backed by the Tavistock Group. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Rest of World 100 Changemakers,

Tim Edwards
Director

Tim Edwards, a UK-based higher education marketing strategist with 18+ years of global experience, has held senior roles including CMO at QS Quacquarelli Symonds. With degrees from Cardiff University, he is recognized for expertise in storytelling, brand development, and leading high-performing teams.

Leadership Team

Kanishka Liyanage, MBA, is an experienced leader in strategic growth, operations, and innovation. Skilled in digital transformation and startup mentorship, he drives sustainable scaling and ensures Inspire College remains agile and future-focused.

Kanishka Liyanage
COO

Sumaiya Iqbal is an education and development expert with global experience in youth empowerment, mental health, and digital learning. As a UNICEF Sierra Leone consultant, she leads adolescent development and innovation programs. Her expertise in behavioural science and systems thinking drives inclusive, future-ready education solutions.

Sumaiya Iqbal
Academic Head

Meet the Minds Behind Your Success

Learn from experts who inspire, guide, and empower your journey

M. D. Nishadie Gunathilaka

Programme Lead cum Lecturer – School of Computing

Academic Profile

BSc (Special) in Information Technology and Managment( University of Moratuwa)

MSc in Information Technology( University of Moratuwa)

Reading PhD

Leandra Joseph

Programme Lead cum Lecturer – School of Business

Academic Profile
  • MSc Business & Organisational Psychology [Distinction] - University of Northampton, UK

  • BSc Business & Management [Second Upper Class] - University of Northumbria, UK

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Marketing - CIM, UK

OUR CORE VALUES

The principles that guide everything we do at Inspire College

Industry-Ready Skills

Career-focused programs with real-world training, internships, and certifications to prepare students for the job market.

Life Skills for Success

Build confidence, communication, leadership, critical thinking, and financial literacy for personal and professional growth.

Affordable Education

Flexible fees, scholarships, and online/blended learning options for high-quality, budget-friendly education.Build confidence, communication, leadership, critical thinking, and financial literacy for personal and professional growth.

Excellence

We maintain rigorous academic standards aligned with global benchmarks. From curriculum design to faculty selection, we’re committed to delivering an educational experience that meets the highest quality standards.

Empowerment

Education should build confidence and capability. We equip our students with not just knowledge, but practical skills, professional networks, and personal development opportunities that transform careers and lives.

Innovation

Yesterday’s education won’t solve tomorrow’s challenges. We continuously evolve our teaching methods, technology platforms, and course content to prepare students for the rapidly changing demands of the modern workplace.