

Overview
The ‘Chartered Professional Manager’ Professional Programme provides a structured progression through four distinct levels: Professional Certificate, Professional Executive Diploma, Advanced Professional Executive Diploma, and Professional Strategic Level. On successful completion of four levels, the Chartered Professional Manager Status will be awarded by CPM Sri Lanka. Each level is thoughtfully designed to build a robust understanding of management principles, organizational functions, entrepreneurial skills, and business perspectives essential for sustainable business growth.
· Professional Certificate in Management Level: This introductory stage covers fundamental management concepts, enabling participants to grasp core management principles and organizational functions while developing necessary competencies for business development.
· Professional Executive Diploma in Management Level: Participants deepen their understanding of business management principles, focusing on practical applications and effective management strategies tailored to specific organizational contexts.
· Advanced Professional Executive Diploma in Management Level: Aimed at experienced professionals, this level involves rigorous evaluation of management concepts and the application of competencies in complex business scenarios.
· Professional Strategic Level in Management: This stage involves an in-depth assessment of advanced management concepts and competencies, equipping participants to devise management strategies for diverse business needs
Chartered Professional Manager Status: As the program's pinnacle, the Chartered Professional Managers Status is for professionals aspiring to top managerial excellence. Participants will master complex management evaluations, optimize organizational functions, and develop innovative management strategies for specific market demands.
Our program blends theoretical insights with practical case studies and hands-on experiences, preparing participants to navigate modern business challenges confidently and with agility.
Programme Details
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT LEVEL (PCML)
Entry Criteria;
ü 06 Simple passes in O/L or
ü Those who have at least five (05) years’ experience in executive /managerial level or
ü Any other qualification accepted by the Governing Council
Learning outcomes;
Participant should be able to;
ü gain an understanding and appreciation of concepts and principles relating to management
ü understanding of management functions in an organization
ü identify the use of effective managerial competencies
ü appreciate different business perspectives for business development
Pedagogy
Module Code |
Module |
PCML 1101 |
Fundamentals of Management Functions |
PCML 1102 |
Business Environment Analysis |
PCML 1103 |
Foundation in Planning & Goal Setting |
PCML 1104 |
Organizing of Management Affairs |
PCML 1105 |
Fundamentals of Leadership, Managing Generations and Purpose |
PCML 1106 |
An Overview to Management Controlling |
PCML 1107 |
Stakeholder Management and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) |
PCML 1108 |
An Overview to Business Communication |
PCML 1109 |
Technology, Data Analytics and Data Science |
PCML 1110 |
Entrepreneurial and Intrapreneurial Mind-set and Innovative Thinking |
PCML 1111 |
Study of Company/Business/Personality |
PCML 1112 |
Fundamentals of Human Resource Management, Finance and Marketing |
Assessment Mode;
An Integrated Assignment : 30%
A Presentation of the Report : 20%
Examination
MCQ : 20%
Written : 30%
(80% of General attendance is compulsory for assessments)
PROFESSIONAL EXECUTIVE DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT LEVEL (PEDML)
Entry Criteria;
ü Those who have successfully completed the PCML conducted by CPM Sri Lanka or
ü Three (03) years working experience in executive / managerial with 06 passes(English Compulsory) in GCE O/L or
ü GCE A/L 03 simple passes, excluding General English or
ü SLQF 3 equivalent qualification + 02 years working experience or
ü Any other qualification accepted by the Governing Council
Learning Outcomes;
Participant should be able to;
ü identify concepts and principles relating to business management.
ü to understand management functions in an organization.
ü apply the appropriate competencies to specified business situations.
ü appreciate effective managerial competencies for specific organisations, products or services and personalities.
ü assimilate business perspectives in the context of integrated business development environment
Pedagogy
Module Code |
Module |
PEDML 1201 |
Fundamentals of Management Functions |
PEDML 1202 |
Business Environment and Management |
PEDML 1203 |
Human Behaviour in Organization |
PEDML 1204 |
Leadership and Motivation |
PEDML 1205 |
Communication and Teamwork |
PEDML 1206 |
Creativity and Innovation in Management Practices |
PEDML 1207 |
Managerial Finance, Risk and Continuity |
PEDML 1208 |
Intrapreneurial & Entrepreneurial Mind-set and Business Transformation |
PEDML 1209 |
Study of Company/Business/Personality |
PEDML 1210 |
An Integrative Assignment on Company/Business/Personality |
v An Integrated Assignment : 60%
v Final Action Project : 15%
v Presentation of the Final Action Project : 15%
v MCQ Paper : 10%
(80% of General attendance is compulsory for assessments)
ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL EXCEUTIVE DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT LEVEL (APEDML)
Entry Criteria;
ü Completion of Professional Executive Diploma in Management Level + 03 years working experience or
ü 3 simple passes in A/L + 03 years’ working experience or
ü SLQF 4 equivalent qualification + 03 years working experience or
ü Undergraduates (2nd Year) or
ü Any other qualification accepted
Learning Outcomes;
Participant should be able to;
ü evaluate concepts and principles relating to management.
ü to assess management functions in an organization.
ü analyze the appropriate competencies to specified business situations.
ü create effective managerial competencies for specific organizations, products or services and personalities.
ü assess business perspectives in the context of integrated business development environment
Pedagogy
Module Code |
Module |
APEDML 1301 |
An Overview of Business and Management |
APEDML 1302 |
Planning, Goal Setting and Execution |
APEDML 1303 |
Organizing and Designing a Venture/Business |
APEDML 1304 |
Leading and Driving Innovation |
APEDML 1305 |
Managerial Controls, Performance and Sustainability |
APEDML 1306 |
Functional Knowledge: Finance, HR, IT, Operations and Research Fundamentals |
APEDML 1307 |
Corporate and Entrepreneurial Strategy |
APEDML 1308 |
Business Development and Negotiations |
APEDML 1309 |
Managerial and Corporate Finance |
APEDML 1310 |
Governance, Ethics and Risk Management |
Areas for Special Workshops
v Strategic Planning and Execution
v Innovative Leadership and Change Management
v Financial Acumen and Risk Management
v Organizational Design and Development
Assessment Mode:
v Ten Module Assignments (one assignment for each module) : 40%
v Two Special Workshops : 5%
v Final Action Project : 25%
v Presentation of the Final Action Project : 20%
v MCQ Paper : 10%
(80% of General attendance is compulsory for assessments)
PROFESSIONAL STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT LEVEL (PSML)
Entry Criteria;
ü A Degree or equivalent professional qualification + 03 years of minimum working experience or
ü Completion of Advanced Professional Executive Diploma in Management Level + 03 years of working experience or
ü SLQF 05 equivalent qualification + 03 years working experience or
ü Any other qualification accepted by the Governing Council
Learning Outcomes;
Participant should be able to;
ü assess cognitive skills and competencies in the business.
ü evaluate professional techniques in gaining the personal excellence.
ü to analyse best practices in people management competencies.
ü apply techniques and applications in contemporary technology developments.
ü evaluate strategic interventions at the C-Suite level business decisions and problem-solving.
Pedagogy (Workshops)
Total 5 workshops from;
Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills |
Technology use and Development Skills |
Working with People Skills |
Self-Management Skills and Self-Efficacy |
25% |
25% |
25% |
25% |
Analytical Thinking and Innovative Problem Solving |
Active Learning and Learning Strategies |
Leadership and Social Influence |
Technology use, Monitoring and Control |
Critical Thinking and Analysis |
AI and Big Data |
Empathy and Active Listening |
Technology Designing and Programming |
Creativity, Originality and Initiative |
Design and User Experience |
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Resilience, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility and Agility |
Reasoning, Cognitive Skills and Ideation |
Technological Literacy |
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Motivation and Self-Awareness |
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) |
Governance and Digital Strategy |
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Assessment Mode:
Professional Workshops 40%
Reflective Notes from Cutting-Edge Reading Materials 10%
Business Transformation (Individual Presentation) 20%
Action Learn Project (Group Presentation – 5 to 10 members) 30%