PETALING JAYA, 27 February 2024 - In a monumental collaboration aimed at nurturing talent and expertise in the dynamic realm of drone technology and propelling the future of drone management education in Malaysia, AirAsia Drone, a fully owned subsidiary of Capital A Berhad and SRI College Malaysia, a leading private institution in management, have teamed up to offer a drone management programme. 

The collaboration is designed to co-develop and establish a Diploma course in Drone Management by integrating AirAsia Drone's Remote Pilot Certificate Competency — Basic (RCOC-B) course into the curriculum. This comprehensive programme will provide students with a deep understanding of drone operations, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices. Students enrolled in the diploma programme will have the unique opportunity to attain the RCOC-B certification, eventually enhancing their credentials and employability in the competitive drone industry.

Captain Ling Liong Tien, Chief Safety Officer of AirAsia Aviation Group and Head of AirAsia Drone said, “As an up and coming front runner in drone technology, we are excited to embark on an exciting journey with SRI College. Drones are in great demand, and increasingly used in many critical industries, from agriculture to engineering and surveillance, and require qualified personnel to operate them. Today's partnership announcement is a giant leap forward in our shared efforts to meet the industry's needs in the area of drone management. We hope that future graduates will be able to benefit from AirAsia Drone's industry expertise and SRI College's academic excellence in acquiring the knowledge and skills needed in drone management, making them more competitive and attractive in today's evolving job market and industry.” 

Patricia Louis, Chief Executive Officer of SRI COLLEGE said, “We are pleased to partner with AirAsia Drone and would like to thank them for their support in co-developing a drone management curriculum at SRI College. Backed by their vast years of experience in aviation, on top of being affiliated to the world's leading low cost airline AirAsia, we believe the candidates of this programme will acquire an immense knowledge and eventually make them attractive to the growing job market. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing students with innovative learning opportunities that bridge the gap between academia and industry, preparing them for successful careers in aviation. We invite young minds to join us as we take flight into the future of technology and innovation.”

The co-developed diploma programme will provide theoretical training such as Introduction to Drones and Technology, Drone Regulations and Compliance, Business and Entrepreneurship in Drones, Aerial Mapping, Drone Marketing and Sales, Environmental and Wildlife Monitoring. Students will also undergo industrial training as part of a requirement of the course and will be awarded with a Diploma in Drone Management upon successful completion of the programme.

Enrollment for the Diploma in Drone Management is now open at SRI College. For more information, visit https://sricollege.edu.my/ 

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About AirAsia Drone

AirAsia Drone Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Redbeat Tech Academy Sdn. Bhd) is a fully owned subsidiary under Capital A, with a vision to pioneer commercial application of emerging techs in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). With a focus on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS/Drones) and Electric Vertical Take-off & Landing (eVTOL), the company aims to extend AirAsia's network beyond airports. Recognizing the surging demand for professional drone pilots, AirAsia Drone now offers Remote Pilot Training accredited by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), leveraging AirAsia's extensive aviation expertise. Established in January 2022, AirAsia Drone is committed to delivering top-tier training and advancing the commercial applications of emerging technologies in the aviation sector.

About SRI College

SRI COLLEGE’ catchphrase is Everyone can Study and was established in the year 2004 and was located in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur. In 2021, SRI College relocated to Parklane Commercial Centre, Kelana Jaya at the heart of Petaling Jaya. Our existing and new diploma programs which are KPT and MQA recognised are introduced under partnerships and collaboration with industrial partners and governmental departments.

SRI College is committed in empowering students with professional skills and knowledge to effectively add value in the area of expertise and in the industry as a whole. Our vision is to strive to evolve in a full fledged college recognized internationally.