{"id":41,"date":"2020-09-07T08:39:21","date_gmt":"2020-09-07T03:09:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/arts.cmb.ac.lk\/eltu\/?page_id=41"},"modified":"2026-10-28T22:51:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T17:21:04","slug":"diploma-in-business-english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/arts.cmb.ac.lk\/delt\/diploma-in-business-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Diploma in Business English"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091644973-8d3aa5a1-7af6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Learn English for a Business Environment<\/h2>\n<h2>Introduction<\/h2>\n<p>The Diploma in Business English is a one-year programme that is conducted in a blended mode with both online and face-to-face interactive learning opportunities. This offers the opportunity for the participants to earn a qualification that will add value to their professional life.<\/p>\n<p>The programme enables the participants to experience online learning which will equip them not only with language skills but also with IT skills.<\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"\/\/docs.google.com\/viewer?url=https%3A%2F%2Farts.cmb.ac.lk%2Fdelt%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F10%2FDBE_18th_Batch_Flyer_2027.pdf&hl=en_US&embedded=true\" class=\"gde-frame\" style=\"width:100%; height:500px; border: none;\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<p class=\"gde-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arts.cmb.ac.lk\/delt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DBE_18th_Batch_Flyer_2027.pdf\" class=\"gde-link\">Download (PDF, 204KB)<\/a><\/p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Objectives of The Course&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091644991-0a71d7eb-de72&#8243;][vc_column_text]The primary objective of the programme is to enable the participants to gain confidence and a good working knowledge of English, particularly when<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>expressing themselves at conferences and meetings<\/li>\n<li>making presentations<\/li>\n<li>dealing with customers<\/li>\n<li>writing business letters &amp; proposals<\/li>\n<li>carrying out work-related activities confidently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Target Group&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1761810692003-e7eb51b9-fbd2&#8243;][vc_column_text]The Diploma in Business English will be for those<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who are?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>seeking employment<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>already employed in both the public and corporate sectors<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>ready to venture out into self-employment<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>engaged in higher studies<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>wishing to enhance their language competencies<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Course Structure&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091816349-1dd3b453-f1bc&#8221;][vc_column_text]Each course will cover the components of reading, writing, listening, speaking and grammar.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Social English<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Essential communication skills for your career<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Management &amp; Leadership skills<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Multiculturalism &amp; Cross-cultural communication<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Meetings, Interviews &amp; Negotiations<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; The Art of Speaking<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Business correspondence<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Strategies of Marketing &amp; Advertising<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Managing Financial Affairs VS Banking<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>&#8211; Listening Skills for Business Management<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Duration and Commencement of the Course&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091867874-05d8f6c2-8f66&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Duration: January to December 2027 (one year)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Commencement: 3rd January 2027\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Assessment&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091911889-ecd9c189-d806&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Course Assignments<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>An Oral Presentation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A Project Proposal<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A Final Written Paper<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Candidates who are successful at all of the above will be awarded the Diploma in Business English from the University of Colombo.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Eligibility&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091947122-e40942d4-a4c6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>A &#8211; <\/strong>Pass the Selection Test<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>or<\/p>\n<p><strong>B &#8211; <\/strong>Pass the Certificate in Business English<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Advanced Level, University of Colombo<\/p>\n<p>And<\/p>\n<p>-Basic Computer Skills<\/p>\n<p>And<\/p>\n<p><strong>C-<\/strong> Be above 18 years of age[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Application Procedure&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535092038306-74d85b4e-230e&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Important Details for Applicants<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Pay the Application Fee<\/strong><br \/>\nDeposit the application fee of <strong>Rs. 1,500<\/strong> at any branch of People&#8217;s Bank.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bank:<\/strong> People&#8217;s Bank<\/li>\n<li><strong>Account Number:<\/strong> 304028700000<\/li>\n<li><strong>Note:<\/strong> Only physical bank deposits are accepted. Online and mobile banking transfers are not accepted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apply Online Now<\/strong><br \/>\nComplete the online application form and upload a clear scanned copy or photograph of your bank deposit slip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Closing Date:<\/strong> 15th December 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Click here to access and download the online <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/5MnibQzfRHEfKkcQ7\">application form<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Selection Test&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535092110009-425f1037-33fe&#8221;][vc_column_text]The selection test consists of a written component and an interview.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> 27th December 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9.30 a.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Will be communicated to applicants upon application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Applicants are required to bring their National Identity Card (NIC) when attending the selection test.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Registration Procedure&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535092291538-b7b21947-2ea5&#8243;][vc_column_text]The course fee of <strong>Rs. 65,000<\/strong> should be deposited at any branch of People&#8217;s Bank into the account number that will be communicated to selected applicants.<br \/>\nApplicants are required to email a scanned copy of their bank deposit slip and a scanned stamp-sized photograph to <a href=\"mailto:ebiz@delt.cmb.ac.lk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ebiz@delt.cmb.ac.lk<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The course fee may be paid in two instalments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>First instalment:<\/strong> Rs. 40,000<\/li>\n<li><strong>Second instalment:<\/strong> Rs. 25,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Please note that all payments are non-refundable.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Registration Period:<\/strong> 27th December 2026 \u2013 3rd January 2027[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;For further information contact&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535092408542-30ffc7ee-db23&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Hotline \/ WhatsApp: 077 412 7090<\/h2>\n<h2>Telephone:\u00a0 011 2584200<\/h2>\n<h2>E-mail: <a href=\"mailto:ebiz@delt.cmb.ac.lk\">ebiz@delt.cmb.ac.lk<\/a><\/h2>\n<h2>Web: https:\/\/arts.cmb.ac.lk\/delt\/index.php\/course\/<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1535091644973-8d3aa5a1-7af6&#8243;][vc_column_text] Learn English for a Business Environment Introduction The Diploma in Business English is a one-year programme that is conducted in a blended mode with both online and face-to-face interactive learning opportunities. 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