Aptech Limited, a pioneer in the non-formal vocational training business in the country has inked a one of a kind strategic partnership between its Malaysian subsidiary - AGLSM and Vancouver Centre for Entertainment Arts at Langara College, Vancouver, Canada offering students from its education brands – Arena Animation & Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC) an opportunity to get an Advanced International Diploma from Vancouver CEA through a pathway facility.
Students newly enrolling, pursuing or completed a foundation program from either Arena Animation or MAAC recently, become eligible to apply at the CEA for a 2 year Advanced Diploma course in Animation, VFX or Game Design. As an international student at this prestigious institute, the student is eligible to apply for a 3-year post graduation work permit (PGWP) in Canada.
Anil Pant, Managing Director and CEO, Aptech Ltd said, “We are absolutely thrilled to bring this strategic alliance with the Vancouver Centre for Entertainment Arts, Canada to our animation & VFX students looking to have a strong career progression. I think it’s safe to call it a ticket to ‘Hollywood North’. According to PWC, Canadian Media and Entertainment revenue is expected to be $58 Billion by 2023. Industry generates more than 40 thousand jobs in Vancouver alone while video gaming industry particularly is among the best in the world with around 50 thousand employees. Canada houses some of world’s top production houses and studios having delivered on some marquee and fine work of cinematic representation.”