Commencement of the Master of Medical Statistics degree program

The Board of Study in Multidisciplinary Studies of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, is introducing the first-ever Medical Statistics postgraduate degree program in Sri Lanka. Further details about the program are given below.

In general, medical statistics plays a crucial role in all aspects of healthcare delivery, from clinical practice and research to public health policy and decision-making. It provides the quantitative tools necessary for generating reliable evidence, optimizing patient care, and improving population health. The Master of Medical Statistics degree aims to provide practices of medical statistics in health care and related fields. It is specially designed to deliver a comprehensive understanding of the quantitative techniques in an applicable manner. The use of project-based learning and up-to-date software will allow students to develop essential skills in advanced evidence-based research and policymaking.

This program highly benefits health administrators, researchers (medical/pharmaceutical experiments designing and analysis), policymakers, and those pursuing careers in health administration and policy making.

Applications are invited from 01^st March 2024, and the program commencement is scheduled for May 2024.

Please visit our website to access further details, including the eligibility criteria and the application process linked in:

https://fgs.kln.ac.lk/index.php/programmes/masterprogrammes/multidisciplinary-studies

The program outcomes align with the Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework (SLQF) level 9, and the curriculum follows world standard benchmarks in medical statistics. The flyer is attached herewith.

Programme Coordinar

Dr. U.P. Liyanage  

Contact: 

Office: 0112 903371

Mobile/WhatsApp: 0769651766

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Master of Environmental Management

Objectives of the Programme

• To purse rewarding careers related to environmental management area in a wide range of professional and industrial sectors including government agencies, corporate sector, environmental and business consultancies and manufacturing service industries.
• To enhance the professional capabilities of variety of disciplines especially middle and strategic level managers in industrial, corporate and government sectors, by having in-depth knowledge and high-level skills in environmental management relevant to the professional practice.

Programme Type: Onsite

Course Content: View

Payment Details: Please contact programme coordinator for the course fee

SLQF Level

Level 09

Academic Coordinator
Dr. Thilomi Samarakoon

Office Contacts Details
Tel: +94742829109
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Master of Professional Finance (MPF)

Academic Year 2025

Currently, the finance sector in Sri Lanka is facing exceptional transformation towards modernization, liberalization, innovation, and integration with the global financial markets. The role of finance graduates with mastery knowledge in finance with cutting-edge technological exposure is an essential qualification to meet the realities of the modern market.  Given this context, the Department of Finance introduced the Master of Professional Finance (MPF) programme.

International collaboration

The students of the Master of Professional Finance Programme have an excellent opportunity to join and continue their degree in one of the world-recognized top-ranked universities. The students who successfully complete their Trimester I of the Master of Professional Finance Programme will be eligible to apply for admission with credit to the Master of Applied Finance Programme offered by the University of Waikato and their Trimester II and III can be completed at the University.

The University of Waikato is a public research university in Hamilton, New Zealand and the university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research Placed 331^st in the world and the top New Zealand university for research. The Master of Applied Finance offered by the Waikato Management School is a Triple Crown Accredited business school.

Objectives of the Programme

The objective of the MPF programme is to enhance the capacity of graduates’ professional qualifications to advance their knowledge in the areas of financial discipline, investigative skills, and other abilities that are relevant and enable them to convert into a different discipline/profession, forming the basis for academic advancement and enhancing the managerial, administrative and technological capacity.

Programme Outcomes/ Graduate Profile

In achieving the objectives, the Master of Professional Finance Degree programme intends to develop young executives capable of becoming future leaders. Thus, the holders of the Master of Professional Finance degree should be able to;

1. Construct multiple knowledge modules by using the key areas of finance and investments in making financial decisions.
2. Develop a value system by using tools and techniques in finance to stand out as a strong candidate in the competitive financial industry.

• Create the right professional finance mindset to cater to the evolving business world.

1. Demonstrate the practical managerial issues faced by modern financial service firms.
2. Integrate multiple skills relevant to financial management, such as critical thinking, analytical skills, report writing, presentation, negotiation, networking, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Programme Type: onsite /hybrid

Entry qualifications

1. A Bachelor’s degree, (a) including 30 credits in the area of finance or (b) with prior learning/work experience equivalent to 30 credits in the area of finance or
2. A qualification acceptable to the senate of the University of Kelaniya in the subject area of finance equivalent to 1(a) or 1(b).

Programme structure

Targeted SLQF Level: Level 9

Duration: One-year

Credit load: 30 credits including 24 credits for the course works and 6 credits for the research project.

*In trimester 3, students are required to select the Research project in Finance and two optional subjects

Other information

• MPF Programme is offered by an internationally recognized state University and in collaboration with the University of Waikato, New Zealand
• One-Year Programme
• Lectures on Weekends (Sunday)
• Graduates of the course pursue careers across the spectrum of finance.
• Can experience state-of-the-art teaching and learning methods.
• Lectures by university internal faculty and industry experts
• Opportunity to participate in industry-based workshops and outbound activities.

Course Investment: Contact the Academic Coordinator for more information

Selection: Candidates will be selected through an interview

MSc in Environmental Management

Objectives of the Programme

• To purse rewarding careers related to environmental management area in a wide range of professional and industrial sectors including government agencies, corporate sector, environmental and business consultancies and manufacturing service industries.
• To enhance the professional capabilities of variety of disciplines especially middle and strategic level managers in industrial, corporate and government sectors, by having in-depth knowledge and high-level skills in environmental management relevant to the professional practice.

Programme Type: Onsite

Course Content: View

Payment Details: Please contact programme coordinator for the course fee

SLQF Level

Level 10

Academic Coordinator
Dr. Thilomi Samarakoon

Office Contacts Details
Tel: +94742829109
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