Diploma in Human Resource Management

The Diploma in Human Resource Management builds on foundational knowledge to develop applied, organisation-level competency in managing HR functions across a business. The programme deepens learners' understanding of HR planning and systems, including recruitment and selection strategy, performance management frameworks, and compensation basics, and develops practical skills in workforce planning, training and development, and employee relations at the departmental and organisational level.

Learners engage with job analysis, performance appraisal methods, and structured problem-solving in workplace conflict, applying these tools to realistic organisational scenarios. The programme also introduces the people side of HR management — employee engagement, internal communication basics, and the role of leadership in sustaining a positive workplace culture — reflecting the balance between the systems side (policies, processes, documentation) and the people side (culture, leadership, engagement) of HR practice.

Case studies are drawn from manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and service-sector organisations, giving learners exposure to how HR principles apply across diverse industries relevant to the Sri Lankan economy. On successful completion, graduates are equipped for roles such as HR Executive, Recruitment Officer, or Training Coordinator, and are eligible to progress directly into the Higher Diploma in Strategic Human Resource Management and Business Excellence.

Entry Direct
Applicants who satisfy any ONE of the following are eligible for direct entry, without requiring the Certificate:

·       G.C.E. Advanced Level (any stream) with a minimum of two passes.

·       G.C.E. Ordinary Level with six passes including Mathematics and English, together with relevant work experience.

·       No formal educational qualification, provided the applicant has a minimum of two years of relevant work or business experience, subject to review by the PABM Advisory Committee.

·       Entrepreneurs, business owners, or self-employed individuals with practical experience in a people-management, supervisory, or administrative capacity.

·       A recognised Certificate in Human Resource Management, Business Management, or a related discipline from another institution.

·       Any other qualification deemed equivalent by the PABM Campus Academic/Advisory Committee.

Entry Completion
Students who have successfully completed the Certificate in Human Resource Management at PABM Campus, with the required minimum pass grade, are eligible for direct progression into the Diploma in Human Resource Management without further entrance assessment.

Entry RPL
Applicants who have previously commenced a diploma-level or equivalent programme in Human Resource Management, Business Management, or a closely related discipline at another recognised institution, but did not complete it, may apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). On submission of academic transcripts, course syllabi, and supporting documentation, the PABM Advisory Committee will conduct a proper evaluation of the applicant's existing level of study and determine the appropriate point of entry into the Diploma programme, and the specific course units required to be completed in order to satisfy the full Diploma requirements.