Foundation Diploma in Business

Kickstart your business career after O/Ls with a practical foundation in management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship.

LevelFoundation
Duration12 months
Study modefull-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

Dreaming of a successful career in business or entrepreneurship? The Foundation Diploma in Business is designed specifically for O/L graduates who want to step confidently into the world of business without prior experience. This programme introduces you to how modern organisations operate—covering management, marketing, finance, human resources, and decision-making. With a strong practical focus, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to progress into higher studies or start building your professional business journey.

Entry requirements

  • Academic Criteria

O/L:

Minimum of 6 passes including,

  • English - Pass
  • Mathematics - Pass

A/L:

  • Any stream with at least 2 passes OR
  • Alternative: Internationally recognized equivalent qualification

English Language

  • Basic proficiency required
  • IELTS / PTE: Not mandatory for entry

Career outcomes

Roles and industries graduates typically move into — mapped from O*NET occupational data.

Roles you could pursue

4
BABusiness Administration Assistant
MEMarketing Executive (Trainee)
HRHuman Resources Assistant
JPJunior Project Coordinator

Industries you could enter

4
BMBusiness & Management
CSCorporate Services
MAMarketing & Advertising
FAFinance & Accounting

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

foundation

Duration

12 months · full-time

Location

Colombo

Fees

On request

Upcoming intakes

No upcoming intakes listed
Verified informationMay 15, 2026

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