Diploma in English for Professionals

1-year diploma at NIBM, part-time and weekend in Colombo, Peradeniya (KIC) and 2 more.

Next intake: January 2027
LevelDiploma
Duration1 Year
Study modepart-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

Diploma in English for Professionals is a 1-year diploma taught within the School Of Language at NIBM. Modules named on the NIBM page include Speaking skills for day-to-day communication, Presentation skills, Grammar for professional writing and speaking, Professional writing and Academic reading skills. The programme is available part-time and weekend and is taught in English. It is listed at Colombo, Peradeniya (KIC), Kurunegala and Galle, and not every intake runs at every location. The next start date NIBM lists is 10 January 2027 at Colombo. Fees, start dates and entry criteria can change, so confirm them with NIBM before you apply.

Modules

13 modules
Modules13 modules
Speaking skills for day-to-day communication
Speaking skills required for a business environment and professions
Presentation skills
Introduction to English Grammar
Advanced Grammar for effective speaking & writing
Grammar for professional writing and speaking
Business writing
Professional writing
Academic writing skills
Reading skill for language & vocabulary development
Academic reading skills
Listening to language and vocabulary development
TOEFL & IELTS listening skills

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Admission criteria

Professionals of the Private and Public sector

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 200,000total
Registration fee of LKR 5,000 is charged separately.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

diploma

Duration

1 Year ยท part-time

Location

Colombo

Fees

LKR 200,000 ยท Local

See fees & scholarships

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 14, 2026

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