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Master of Business Management (MBM)

Embrace the power of knowledge and leadership with IHRA’s Master of Business Management program. Unlock your potential, elevate your career, and become a visionary leader in the ever-evolving business landscape. With the University of Colombo’s prestigious heritage and IHRA’s commitment to human resource advancement, we invite you to embark on a transformative journey that will shape your future and make a lasting impact in the world of business.

Learning Outcomes

  1. LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAMME THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE AND ITS APPLICATIONS
    Learning outcome 1a: Demonstrate comprehensive and thorough knowledge and skills of analyzing, designing and implementing business practices at operational, tactical and strategic levels of organization.
    Learning outcome 1b: Apply knowledge in business management in a manner that, the business managerial function contributes to the strategic goal of an organization.
  2. CRITICAL JUDGMENT AS A PROFESSIONAL
    Learning outcome 2a: Explain global trends and local requirements of business management and its implications for managing businesses in Sri Lankan organizations.
    Learning outcome 2b: Demonstrate excellence in informed – decision and critical judgment as a business manager.
  3. SOCIAL SKILLS – COMMUNICATION AND TEAMWORK
    Learning outcome 3a: Demonstrate the ability to communicate with others in professional and social settings.
    Learning outcome 3b: Demonstrate competencies of celebrating and teaming up with others in an organizational setting as a business professional’
  4. LIFELONG LEARNING
    Learning outcome 4a: Practice self-managed, reflective learning for continuous professional development.
    Learning outcome 4b: Demonstrate the capacity to use learning management technology for independent learning.
  5. ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
    Learning outcome 5a: Practice high ethical and professional standards as a business manager.
    Learning outcome 5b: Encourage an ethical, professional, managerial, international and entrepreneurial attitude.
  6. VISION FOR LIFE – LEADING TO A PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY
    Learning outcome 6a: Demonstrate an awareness of obligations to society.
    Learning outcome 6b: Appraise implications for society in mobilizing businesses of organizations.

Program Duration: 16 Months

Program Medium: English

Program Schedule: We offer a comprehensive program on weekends, combining online and physical lectures, and theory sessions held from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.

Target Group

The Master of Business Management program offered by IHRA at the University of Colombo is designed for ambitious individuals who aspire to become influential leaders in the business world. Whether you are a recent graduate seeking to sharpen your business acumen or a seasoned professional aiming to enhance your managerial skills, our program caters to a diverse range of target groups, fostering a dynamic learning environment where ideas flourish, networks grow, and success becomes attainable for all.

Entry Qualifications

Possesses any one of the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s (Honors) Degree in any field of study with one (01) year of work experience in a managerial or similar capacity.
Bachelor’s Degree in any field of study with two (02) years of work experience in a managerial or similar capacity.

OR Postgraduate Diploma with three (03) years of working experience in a managerial or similar capacity.

OR One of the following professional qualifications with two (02) years of work experience in a managerial or similar capacity.

  1. Attorney at Laws
  2. Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ACA)
  3. Member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (ACMA)
  4. Member of Associate Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA)
  5. Member of Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK)
  6. Member of Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing
  7. Member of Certified Management Accountants (CMA)
  8. Associate Member of the Institute of Personal Management Sri Lanka (AMIPMSL)

OR Two (02) years of working experience in a managerial or similar capacity with one of the following Qualifications.

  1. Advanced National Diploma in Technology
  2. Diploma in Accounting at Technical Colleges
  3. Diploma in Commerce at Technical Colleges
  4. National Diploma in Technology (NDT)
  5. Higher National Diplomas at SLIATE
  6. National Diploma in Engineering Science (NDES)

AND has demonstrated competence in the field relevant to the program and potential for future career development;

AND A good knowledge English language.

Contact Details

Program Coordinator:
Prof. MGG Hemakuamara
Contact: +94 11 250 7564
E-mail: hemakuamara@ihra.cmb.ac.lk
Office Location: HRM Unit, Ground Floor, IHRA, UoC.

Program Assistants:
Ms. Nayanie Nishshanka & Ms. Dilshani Suranjana
Contact: +94 11 250 7564
E-mail: nayanie@ihra.cmb.ac.lk, dilshani@ihra.cmb.ac.lk & mbm@ihra.cmb.ac.lk
Office Location: HRM Unit, Ground Floor, IHRA, UoC.