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The BSc in Manufacturing Management is an industry-focused programme designed to prepare students for management and leadership roles in modern manufacturing environments. The programme combines core management principles with practical knowledge of manufacturing operations, quality management, supply chains, technology, and productivity improvement.

As manufacturing continues to play a key role in national and global economies, there is strong demand for graduates who can lead operations, improve processes, and manage industrial systems. This degree develops job-ready skills through practical learning, case studies, and industry-relevant coursework.

Graduates can pursue careers in production and operations management, quality assurance, supply chain and logistics, planning and inventory management, and manufacturing project management in local and international organizations.

Department
Department
PRODUCTIVITY & QUALITY CENTER
Campus
Campus
Colombo Campus
Level
Level
Degree Programmes
Method
Method
Full Time
Duration
Duration
03 Years
Medium
Medium
English

Entry Requirements

For entry into Year 1: Advanced Diploma in Manufacturing Management

  • Those who have sat for General Certificate of Education in Advanced Level (GCE A/L) and qualified with a minimum of three (03) simple passes are eligible for the first year of the degree program

OR

  • Those who have sat for General Certificate of Education in Advanced Level (GCE A/L) and have not obtained three (03) simple passes shall follow Certificate Course in Manufacturing Management (CCMM) during the first year of the degree program

OR

  • Those who have completed the General Certificate of Education in Ordinary Level (GCE O/L) / Edexcel Ordinary Level / Cambridge Ordinary Level shall follow the Foundation Program and complete to become eligible to enter for the first year of the degree program

For entry into Year 2: Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Management

  • Those who have completed the course work of the Advanced  Diploma in Manufacturing Management (Full Time) program are eligible to enter the Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Management (second year of the degree)

OR

  • Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma level program from the NIBM or a recognized institution (upon validation of the Diploma by NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Management (second year of the degree)

For entry into Year 3: BSc (Hons) Manufacturing Management

  • Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Management from the NIBM are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree

Commencement

  • Colombo: 15th September 2026 (Year 01)

Programme Fees

Current Fee Structure
  • Year 1 – Advanced Diploma in Logistics Management Course Fee: LKR 350,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=

  • Year 2 – Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management Course Fee: LKR 400,000/=  + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=

  • Year 3 – BSc (Hons) Global Logistics Course Fee: LKR 850,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 8,000/=

 

  • All payment can be made in installments

Student loan facilities are available from BOC, NSB & NDB banks. Send us an inquiry to ask about payment plans and loan facilities.

*Subject to change without prior notice. Conditions apply.

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Course Structure and Modules

Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Manufacturing Management

  • Introduction to Management

  • Introduction to Industrial Manufacturing

  • Manufacturing Systems and Operations

  • Mathematics for Manufacturing

  • Communication Skills for Manufacturing Professionals

  • Quality Management in Manufacturing

  • Supply Chain and logistics Management

  • Information Technology for Manufacturing

  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Ergonomics

  • Sustainable Manufacturing

  • Project Management for Industrial Manufacturing

  • Innovation and Technology Management in Manufacturing

Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Management

  • Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Operations 

  • Digital Transformation in Manufacturing 

  • Advanced Quality Management Techniques 

  • Global Supply Chain Management 

  • Industrial Safety and Risk Management 

  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Manufacturing 

  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma 

  • Advanced Maintenance and Asset Management 

  • Strategic Project Management in Manufacturing 

  • Data-Driven Decision Making 

  • Leadership and Change Management 

  • Capstone Project 

Year 03: BSc (Hons) Manufacturing Management

  • Strategic Management in Manufacturing

  • Product Design and Development

  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Manufacturing

  • Global Business Environment

  • Research Proposal

  • Final Research Project