VIITE Launched Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management Courses in Sri Lanka

VIITE Signs Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Don Sherman Institute to Expand Culinary and Hospitality Education Opportunities

Victorian International Institute of Technical Education (VIITE) has officially launched its Australian Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management courses in Sri Lanka through a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Don Sherman Institute (DSI), reinforcing its commitment to expanding access to internationally recognised vocational education across the region.

The Memorandum of Agreement was formally signed by Dr. Daman Shrivastav, Chief Executive Officer of VIITE, and Chef Don Sherman, Founder of Don Sherman Institute, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership focused on delivering high-quality education and industry-relevant training for aspiring hospitality professionals.

Under this collaboration, students in Sri Lanka will have the opportunity to undertake Australian vocational qualifications in Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management through Don Sherman Institute, providing a pathway to internationally recognised education, practical skills development, and enhanced career opportunities within the global hospitality industry.

Based in Australia, VIITE is a nationally recognised vocational education and training provider committed to delivering industry-focused programmes that prepare students for employment in high-demand sectors. With campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, and the Gold Coast, VIITE offers qualifications designed to meet the evolving needs of industry while equipping graduates with practical skills, professional knowledge, and workplace confidence.

Don Sherman Institute has established itself as an emerging culinary and hospitality education provider in Sri Lanka, delivering hands-on learning experiences and industry-led training for students pursuing careers in hospitality and culinary arts. The institute is dedicated to developing skilled professionals through practical education, experienced trainers, and strong connections with the hospitality industry.

The partnership reflects the shared vision of both institutions to strengthen international collaboration in vocational education by promoting academic excellence, curriculum development, knowledge exchange, and student progression opportunities. Through this agreement, students will benefit from internationally aligned learning experiences that combine Australian educational standards with practical, industry-focused training.

“International collaboration is essential in preparing graduates for today’s global workforce. Our partnership with Don Sherman Institute reflects VIITE’s commitment to expanding access to quality Australian vocational education while creating meaningful opportunities for students to gain internationally recognised qualifications and build successful careers in hospitality,” said Dr. Daman Shrivastav, Chief Executive Officer of VIITE.

Welcoming the partnership, Chef Don Sherman, Founder of Don Sherman Institute, stated “We are pleased to partner with VIITE to deliver Australian Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management qualifications in Sri Lanka. This collaboration combines our practical training expertise with VIITE’s internationally recognised vocational education, enabling students to develop the knowledge, technical skills, and global perspective required to succeed in the hospitality industry.”

The collaboration will focus on several key areas, including:

• Delivery of Australian Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management qualifications in Sri Lanka
• Student progression pathways to further education and international opportunities
• Joint academic and training initiatives
• Curriculum collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Industry engagement and professional development
• Promotion of international vocational education opportunities

The launch of VIITE’s Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management courses in Sri Lanka represents another important milestone in the institute’s international growth strategy and its commitment to building strong educational partnerships throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Through this collaboration, VIITE and Don Sherman Institute aim to provide students with high-quality vocational education, practical industry experience, and internationally recognised qualifications that support long-term career success in Australia’s and the global hospitality industry.

Students in Sri Lanka interested in undertaking the Commercial Cookery and Hospitality Management courses can contact enquiries@viite.edu.au.