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Abdullah Al-Selhi
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Sri Lanka's Premier Aviation College
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An education that goes beyond qualifications — we shape globally confident aviation professionals ready to lead, explore, and excel.
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Your Journey
A Clear Path
to the Skies
Every great career begins with a single, well-guided step. At MCAS, your journey is carefully designed — from foundational learning to international progression, leading you into the world of aviation with clarity and confidence.
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Phase 01
Set Your Foundation
Begin your aviation story with internationally recognised diploma programmes covering core principles and industry fundamentals.
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Phase 02
Refine Your Expertise
Build professional depth with specialised training in airline and airport management at diploma and extended levels.
Phase 03
Elevate to Leadership
Reach the pinnacle with our Bachelor's top-up and Postgraduate Diploma — endorsed by OTHM, UK — for global career progression.
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Master's Pathway
Take Flight Globally
Progress to a full Master's degree through our international partners and begin your career at airlines and airports worldwide.
Our Team
The People Behind
Your Take-Off
Visionary leadership and faculty drawn from airlines, airports and cargo operations — mentors who have worked the industry you are about to join.
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Faculty Members
Captain Mohamed Ameen
Flight Operations & Safety
An Aviation expert with over 30+ years of multi-national industry experience spanning Flying Training, Flight Operations and Flight Operations Management, including deep expertise in Flight Safety and Regulatory related topics. In addition, experience in Capacity Building for Startup Airlines and Flying Schools with broad industry knowledge of Regulatory and Audit requirements of both local and global regulatory authorities.
Alagan Kanagaratnam
Airport Operations & Leadership
Over 40 years’ experience in the Aviation Sector across Airport Operations, Leadership & Development, Airport Transition Projects and Business Development. Currently is the founder of his own development and learning company.
Shiran Ismail
Dangerous Goods & Cargo Handling
Over 25 years’ experience in Aviation and Logistics, currently is one of the only IATA and Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka authorized Dangerous Goods Handling lecturer in Sri Lanka and owner of his own personal Dangerous Goods and Cargo Handling training center.
Suminda Hettiarachchi
Air Freight & Logistics
Over 20 years’ experience in Air Freight and Logistics, serving as the head of airfreight in a major carrier with extensive knowledge and experience in the said field.
Tishan Gunawardena
Airport, Airline & Ramp Operations
An individual with intensive educational and professional experience in the international and local field of Airport and Airline Operations, Ramp Handling and GSA Operations. He is also a graduate of Buckinghamshire New University, UK, majoring in Airline and Airport Management.
Aadhil Naushad
Aviation Management
Extensive educational background in aviation management, holder of a BA in Airline and Airport Management and an MSc in Air Transport Planning and Management with exposure to operations at London Heathrow Airport, UK.
Tuan Kitchilan
Customer Service & Ground Handling
Over 20 years’ experience in the Aviation Industry working with Airlines and Airports in Customer Service, Ground Handling, Flight Scheduling and Operations. He also holds strong knowledge and experience in Marketing and Customer Relationship Management.
Captain Mahen Abayasekera
Airport Management
Previously employed with Emirates Group Dnata, he is now the Chief Airport Manager of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA). He is highly knowledgeable and an expert in the field of aviation and the management of airports. Captain Mahen is also a graduate of Buckinghamshire New University, UK, majoring in Airline and Airport Management.
Lakshi Sithara Pathmaperuma
Business Management & Marketing
A professional academic lecturer specialized in the subjects of business management and marketing. She currently works with one of Sri Lanka’s leading conglomerates and is also an MBA graduate of University of Wales, UK.
Shamith Wijethilake
Airline Revenue Management
An experienced aviation professional with over 15 years in airline commercial operations, and is specialized in Airline Revenue Management, Airport Ground Operations, Network Planning, and more. He is currently the Head of Business Development at a leading Ground Service Agent and possesses a MSc. in Aviation Management.
Dr. Madura Thivanka Pathirana
Tourism, Hospitality & Strategy
With a doctorate from the University of Wales, he is a highly experienced lecturer in the fields of Sustainability in Tourism, Hospitality Management, Strategic Management, Tourism Management, and Marketing Management.
Ranjith Attanayakege
Airport Operations & Training
40 years of working experience in the Aviation Industry which includes Airport Operations with Air Lanka and with Oman Air, training administration and people management.
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Begin with purpose. Build knowledge and confidence. Refine your expertise and elevate your future through internationally recognised qualifications.
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BBA in Airline & Airport Management (Top-Up)
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Why MCAS
The Aviation Industry
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Sri Lanka's fastest-growing aviation college — combining academic excellence with real-world industry exposure.
Industry Recognised Programmes
All our programmes are endorsed by OTHM, UK — a globally recognised awarding body, ensuring your qualification opens doors worldwide.
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Years of Excellence
Global Partnerships & Pathways
Study in Sri Lanka, progress globally. Our partnerships with international universities give you pathways to Master's degrees and careers across the world's leading airlines.
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Graduates
40+
Expert Lecturers
Career Placement Support
Direct connections to airlines, airports, and aviation organisations for internships and graduate roles.
94% Placement Rate
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Live virtual sessions combined with self-paced digital resources — designed to fit around your life.
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