MBA MSC Student Guide English
MBA MSC Student Guide English
PROGRAMME
GUIDE 2020/21
CONTENTS
ABOUT US 01
DEAN’S MESSAGE 02
INTRODUCTION TO FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH 03
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT 04
POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES 05
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 06
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 08
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS 10
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN IT SP. IN CYBER SECURITY 12
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN IT SP. IN ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS 14
DEVELOPMENT
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) 16
MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (MPhil) 20
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD) 22
OUR GRADUATES 24
OUR STUDENTS 25
PANEL OF LECTURERS 26
SLIIT LIBRARY FACILITIES 28
PAYMENT METHODS 29
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR AWARDING DEGREE 30
FACULTY BOARD - FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH 32
ABOUT SLIIT
SLIIT is the premier non-state degree awarding institute approved by the University Grants
Commission under the Universities Act. The institute is also a member of the Association of
Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and International Association of Universities (IAU). SLIIT
offers Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degrees in Computing, Business, Engineering, Architecture
and Quantity Surveying. SLIIT is also the first Sri Lankan institute to be accredited by the
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK for Information Technology degrees. Our
graduates are globally accepted in view of the high standards maintained. SLIIT has created
a learning and research environment with optimum resources for students while encouraging
students to be innovative and committed towards excellence. SLIIT aims at producing graduates
with strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
VISION
To advance knowledge, foster and promote innovation to enrich lives and broaden horizons.
MISSION
- To create a learning and research environment for our students and staff to be innovative
and dedicated to excellence.
- To produce graduates with strong analytical, problem solving and communication
skills to serve our nation and beyond
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DEAN’S MESSAGE
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research was established
in 2002 with the concurrence of the UGC in order to
foster the development of Graduate studies and Research
related activities falling in-line with the vision of the
Institute. During a relatively short period, the Faculty has
gained momentum with necessary ingredients to initiate
a research culture and to provide a conducive platform for
the graduate students and the academic staff to engage
themselves in carefully planned research & development
activities.
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INTRODUCTION TO FACULTY OF
GRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH
If you are looking to expand your horizons and enhance Here are the postgraduate degrees that we offer:
your skills or simply extend your qualifications,
postgraduate degrees are excellent additions for MSc in Information Technology
your career. A Postgraduate study which is typically
undertaken after a Bachelor’s degree programme, MSc in Information Management
involves in-depth and specialised education in your MSc in Information Systems
chosen area of interest. It includes generating new
knowledge through extensive research and interacting MSc in Information Technology
with the industry one-on-one to deliver innovative Specialising in Cyber Security
solutions and discover the unknown. MSc in Information Technology
Our postgraduate degrees have been designed to Specialising in Enterprise
encourage outstanding research and higher studies Applications Development
amongst both the faculty and the students. Apart from MBA Programmes
endeavoring to commercialize research findings and
startups, collaboration with the relevant industries
MPhil Programmes
in order to conduct industry-focused research is also PhD Programmes
envisaged. We harness all our efforts to maintain
a consistently stimulating environment to foster a
positive atmosphere to all.
Objectives of the Faculty of
SLIIT has established a wide range of postgraduate Graduate Studies & Research
degree options that are designed to mold independent,
analytically strong individuals, with critical thinking (FGSR)
who would in turn become performing leaders in
their respective fields. We focus on an academic To encourage faculty and students to engage in
approach throughout, with a strong emphasis of high- end research and graduate studies.
practical exposure and experience. This, together To mentor learners in the fields of computing,
with our state-of-the-art facilities allow us to offer our business and engineering to take up challenges
postgraduate students a unique learning experience intellectually and professionally and to achieve
that enables them to succeed in the world work. Our success in a life long careers.
goal is to guide our students to reach their maximum
To create an environment with best possible
potential, so they learn and grow on a life long career.
resources to enrich teaching, learning and research
experience of the faculty and students.
To collaborate with the industry to carry out industry
focused research and development.
To disseminate knowledge and outreach through
conferences, seminars, workshops, technical forums
and through printed material.
To nurture creativity, innovation and academic
excellence of faculty and students.
To commercialize research outcomes that are ready
to start-up ventures.
To foster a culture which values academic integrity,
honesty, pluralism and ethical behavior of the
faculty and students.
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RESEARCH &
DEVELOPMENT
SLIIT Research Facilities
As a leading higher educational institute in Sri The connected Companies / establishments use the
Lanka, SLIIT plays an integral part in research. SLIIT Institute’s state-of-the art facilities including modern
strives to a vibrant research culture and embark networking infrastructure and will have access to a pool
upon make numerous initiatives have been taken to of expertise and well trained capable students to carry
promote research among the academic and student out research and development. Selected students will
communities. SLIIT Research grant scheme, SLIIT have the opportunity to work in this facility by engaging
conferences and symposia, industry /university themselves in research and development projects
research collaborations, Honorary Professors undertaken by these resident companies.
Network, establishing a research centers to carry out
research work, integrating research methodology This exposure will provide the students with valuable
to undergraduate and postgraduate curricula are all experience in a working environment.
meant to promote research.
The Industry Cells programme was an initiative by Vice
Chancellor/CEO, with the aim of motivating various
Research programmes at SLIIT have gained popularity
industries to recruit SLIIT students as interns in a wide
with the introduction of the research grant scheme.
range of professions. The concept was launched mid-
All academics are clustered into research groups
2015, and by 2016 it had already hit its peak.
and each group is headed by a senior academic. The
senior academics as the principal investigators are
It has been integral in facilitating internships with
eligible for the SLIIT annual research grants.
medium and large sized companies, by providing an
established location and competitive infrastructure
As a part of its vision and evolution, SLIIT aspires
within the SLIIT campus premises.
to become a research intensive University with
most productive and meaningful international
Below are some of the companies that were a part of
engagements. The SLIIT Honorary Professors
Industry Cells: IFS, 99x, Orange IT, Zillione, Brandix i-3
Network programme was launched aiming this.
(Now known as Fortitude), SGIT headed by the John
SLIIT researchers are offered research grants every
Keells corporate group, Millennium IT (Now falling
year. These grants can be freely utilized for Research
under the London Stock Exchange), CAM Management
including travelling, registration research related
Solutions, which later materialised as a start-up
purposes such as accessing useful research resources
company called Digital Pultz.
(e.g. on-line journals) and participation in reputed
conferences. SLIIT research seminar sessions provide
all academics a platform to present their research
work.
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POSTGRADUATE
DEGREE PROGRAMMES
MASTER OF SCIENCE
- MSc in Information Technology
- MSc in Information Management
- MSc in Information Systems
- MSc in Information Technology Specialising in Cyber Security
- MSc in Information Technology Specialising in
Enterprise Applications Development
Engineering
- MPhil in Civil Engineering
- MPhil in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- MPhil in Mechanical Engineering
- MPhil in Materials Engineering
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
Computing
- PhD in Software Engineering
- PhD in Information Technology
- PhD in Computer Networks
- PhD in Cyber Security
Engineering
- PhD in Civil Engineering
- PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering
- PhD in Materials Engineering
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MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
The Programme
Master of Science Degree in Information Technology
is specially designed with a structure to provide a core
of advanced knowledge in Information Technology
supplemented by a range of options within the areas of
Software Engineering, Computer Networks, e-business
Technologies, Database Management and Administration,
Business Information Systems, etc.
Eligibility Requirements
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Year 01 Semester 01 Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Learning and Study Skills 2
Advanced Database Technologies 4
Software Engineering Practices 4
Wireless Network Technologies 4
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MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN
INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
The Programme
Master of Science Degree in Information Management gives
the students a real competitve edge in modern business
development and planning, using Information Technology
tools. This programme guides students through a proven
framework for integrating IT with business by developing
comprehensive Information Technology Strategic Plans. The
Programme empoweres students with information literacy
skills and the technical background necessary to function in
a fast changing business environment with increased use of
computer networks, electronic publishing and the Internet.
Eligibility Requirements
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Year 01 Semester 01 Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Learning and Study Skills 2
Business Process Management 3
IT for Strategic Planning 4
Information Security Risk Management and Audit 3
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MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN
INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
The Programme
Master of Science Degree in Information Systems covers
areas of critical importance to IT employers, such as
project and change management, emerging technologies,
IT strategy and governance, and compliance, security and
service provision. Students will develop a strong capacity
in supporting, managing and changing business processes
through information and communications technology and
information systems.
Eligibility Requirements
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Year 01 Semester 01 Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Learning and Study Skills 2
Principles of Information Systems 3
Business Perspective in Network Design and Planning 4
Organizational Behavior 4
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MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SPECIALISING IN
CYBER
SECURITY
The Programme
Master of Science Degree in Information Technology
Specialising in Cyber Security intends in addressing a key
global issue facing government, businesses and individuals.
Eligibility Requirements
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Year 01 Semester 01 Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Learning and Study Skills 2
Principles of Cyber Security 3
Applied Network Security 4
Information Security Risk Management and Audit 3
Software Security 4
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MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SPECIALISING IN
ENTERPRISE
APPLICATIONS
DEVELOPMENT
The Programme
The Master of Science Degree programme in Information
Technology Specialising in Enterprise Applications
Development is designed for those aspiring to be Software
Architects. Software Engineers and Software Developers
need to learn techniques and technologies to architect and
engineer large scale software projects.
Eligibility Requirements
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Year 01 Semester 01 Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Learning and Study Skills 2
Distributed Computing 4
DevOps 4
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MBA
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Programme
The course content of the SLIIT MBA programme has
been carefully designed to meet current industry needs
in consultation with industry experts and academia from
locally and globally renowned institutions and approved
by the Ministry of Higher Education. The SLIIT - MBA would
stand out as a unique programme among MBAs offered in
Sri Lanka due to its novel attributes.
Eligibility Requirements
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Semester I Credits
Management and Organizational Behavior 04
Marketing Management 04
Elective 1 04
Elective 2 03
Electives Credits
Financial and Management Accounting 04
Business Communication 03
Business Economics 04
Project Management 04
Business Negotiation 03
Semester II Credits
Strategic Management 04
Human Capital Management 04
Elective 1 04
Elective 2 03
Electives Credits
Operations and Supply Chain Management 04
International Business 03
Management Information Systems 03
E-Business 03
Entrepreneurship and Business Leadership 04
Business Project* 03
Independent Business Study** 05
*Compulsory for PGDM All other electives are not relevant for PGDM **Compulsory for EMBA Candidates who
opt for EMBA must select one elective which carries 4 credits
Electives Credits
Services Marketing 03
Contemporary Business Management 04
Corporate Governance and Business Ethics 03
Technology Management for Competitiveness 03
Investment and Portfolio 04
Management Managerial Decision Analysis 03
Semester IV Credits
Dissertation1 15
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Industrial Visit (Optional)
Local
Regional
Global
Loan/Credit/Installment Facilities:
Number of banks are offering SLIIT Students loan facilities and these facilities can be made use of
by MBA students as well.
Lecture Venue:
Malabe Campus
Sunday 8.30am to 5.30pm
Structure of MBA:
Assignment and Assessment based.
Contact Details
Dr. Nagalingam Nagendrakumar Buddhitha Jagoda
MBA Coordinator, Information Coordinator,
Head-Department of Information Management Senior Marketing Executive
077 228 3199 076 497 1716
077 741 4247 011 754 3323
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Panel of Lecturers for MBA
Prof. Samantha Thelijjagoda PhD, (Gifu ) , MEng, (Gifu), BA Special (Hons) Statistics, (Sri.J), MIEEE, MIET,
MAIS, MCSSL
Prof. Theekshana Suraweera PhD (Canterbury), MBA (Sri J), MSc (Reading-UK), MSc (Sri.J), BSc (Sri.J)
Prof. Chandana Perera DEng, (AIT), MEng, (AIT), BSc Eng (Moratuwa), CEng, CMILT
Prof Lakshman Alles PhD (Finance) (Wash.St.), MBA (Wash. St.), FCA (Sri Lanka), F Fin (FINSIA
- Australia).
Dr. Nagalingam Nagendrakumar PhD in Business Administration (PIM-USJP), MSc (Management) (USJP),
BSc (Business Administration) Sp. Hons (USJP)
Dr. Ruwan Jayathilaka PhD (Griffith), MSc (NUS), MEcon, B.A (Sp. Econometrics) (Colombo)
Dr. Renuka Herath PhD, MBA, B.B.Mgt Marketing (Special) First Class Honours
Ms. Mano Weligodapola M.Eon (Col), B.Com. (Hons) in International Business (USJP)
Ms. Nisha Jayasuriya MBA (Col), MBA Anglia Ruskin University), BBM (Marketing) Sp (Kelaniya)
Ms. Chathurini Kumarapperuma MSc in Project management (Keele), BSc in IT (SLIIT), ACMA, CGMA
Ms. Michelle Ratnasothy MBA (Cardiff Metropolitan University), BBA (Edith Cowan University)
Mr. Prabath Wickramaratne MCS (SL), MBCS, MBA (Edith Cowan, WA), MSc. in IT (Uni. of Moratuwa),
PMP (PMI, USA)
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MASTER OF
PHILOSOPHY
(MPhil)
The Programme
MPhil Degrees of SLIIT are offered in both Computing and
Engineering fields. They are research based degrees and
endeavor to make original contributions to the expansion
of the knowledge-base by providing meaningful solutions to
current industry problems that could subsequently evolve as
emerging technologies. The degree envisages in developing
critical thinking and the capacity and skills in conducting
research of high value, of committed and inspired students
with scientific curiosity who envision a life-long career based
on research capabilities.
Eligibility Requirements
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Computing Engineering
The shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by SLIIT. At the interview, the overall suitability
of the applicant to follow MPhil programme is assessed.
Registration
Applicants are registered for the programme as MPhil Research Students (MRS), and will be
given a 6 months time period to submit a comprehensive research proposal. Subsequently
qualified candidates will be registered as MPhil candidates.
Fee
MPhil Programmes Fee: Rs. 200,000/=
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DOCTOR OF
PHILOSOPHY
(PhD)
The Programme
PhD Degrees of SLIIT are offered in both Computing and
Engineering fields. They are research based degrees and
endeavor to make original contributions by discovery of
new knowledge to foster the development of the identified
thrust areas and potentially coupled with providing
meaningful solutions to current industry problems that could
subsequently evolve as emerging technologies. The degree
envisages in developing the capacity and skills in conducting
high quality research in locally important thrust areas of
global value, of determined and inspired students with high
scholastic aptitude who envision emerging as academics and
leading researchers. SLIIT’s Honorary Professors Network
could also be used as an effective complementary platform
for providing foreign supervisors in conducting related
research.
Eligibility Requirements
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Computing Engineering
The shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by SLIIT. At the interview, the overall suitability
of the applicant to follow PhD programme is assessed.
Registration
An applicant, granted admission as a PhD Research Student (PRS) shall register with the
Institute within a period of three months. The PRS will have to submit a comprehensive
research proposal within one year of registration as the PRS, a panel appointed by SLIIT will
evaluate the submitted research proposal and the successful PRS at the evaluation shall
register as a PhD Candidate.
Fee
PhD Programmes Fee: Rs. 250,000/=
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OUR GRADUATES
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OUR STUDENTS
Assistant Manager,
KPMG
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PANEL OF
LECTURERS
Faculty Staff In-house
Name Background
Professor Attalage R. A BSc. Eng (Hons) (Moratuwa), MEng. (AIT), PhD. (France)
Professor Thelijjagoda T. A. S. S., BA J’pura, MEng (Japan), PhD. Gifu, (Japan)
Professor Kapurubandara G. M.S., BSc. (Colombo), MSc Comp.Sc. AIT, PhD (Australia)
Professor Pulasinghe K. N. , BSc. Eng (Hons) (Moratuwa), PhD. Saga, MIET, MIEEE, AMIE (SL)
Professor Thilakasiri H. S., BSc. Eng. (Hons) (Moratuwa), MSc. (UK), PhD (USA)
Professor Perera H. S. C., BSc. Eng(Hons) (Moratuwa), MSc. Eng. (AIT) (Thailand),PhD (AIT)
(Thailand)
Professor Jayawardena C. S., BSc. Eng (Hons) (Moratuwa), M.Eng (Moratuwa), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Gomes P. I. A., BSc. Eng (Hons), (Moratuwa), MSc. (Moratuwa), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Weeraddana P. C., BSc. (Moratuwa), MEng. (Thailand), D.Sc. (Finland)
Dr. Ratnayake K. R. M. N., BSc. (Peradeniya), MEng. (Japan), PhD (Japan)
Dr. (Mrs) Samarasinghe D.P., BSc. Eng.(Hons) (Moratuwa),PhD (Australia)
Dr. (Mrs) Senevirathna W. D. A., BSc. J’pura, MBA (Colombo), PhD (Thailand)
Dr. (Mrs) Rankothge W. H., BSc (Hons) SLIIT, MSc (Moratuwa), PhD (Barcelona)
Dr. (Mrs) Ding M., BSc. Eng. (China), MSc. Eng. (China), PhD (Canada)
Dr. Suraweera T., BSc. (Hons) J’pura ,MSc ,MBA, PhD. (New Zealand)
Dr. Wijesundara, M.N., BEng (Hons) Warwick, PhD.(NUS)
Dr. Samarasinghe N.R., BSc. (Kelaniya), MSc,MBA (Japan),MBA in MOT Kyushu(Japan),
PhD (Kyushu Japan)
Dr. Kasthurirathna K. A. D. M., BSc Eng. (Moratuwa), MCS (Moratuwa), PhD (Australia)
Dr. Abeygunawardhana P. K. W. BSc. (Moratuwa), MSc. (Japan), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Wijekoon W. M. J. L., BSc. (Hons) SLIIT, MSc. (Japan), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Thilakumara R. P.., BSc. (Moratuwa),PhD Bristol University
Dr. Tharmarajah G., BSc. Eng (Moratuwa), PhD (UK)
Dr. Kulasekara E. C., BSc. Eng (Moratuwa), M.Sc. (Miami), PhD (Miami)
Dr. Wijewardane S. P., BSc. (Moratuwa), MEng. (Moratuwa), PhD (USA)
Dr. Somaratne A. P. N., BSc. Eng. (Peradeniya), MSc (USA), PhD (USA)
Dr. Perera M. S. M., BSc. (Moratuwa), PhD (UK)
Dr. Abeyratne S. G., BSc. (Peradeniya), MEng. (Japan), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Perera S. V. T. J., BSc. (Moratuwa), Mphil. (Moratuwa), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Wijeratne C. J. BSc. (Colombo), MS (USA), PhD (USA)
Dr. Herath K. R. B., BSc.Eng (Peradeniya), MSc. , PhD (Peradeniya)
Dr. Liyanage M. H., BSc. Eng. (Hons) (Peradeniya), MEng. (Thailand), PhD (Canada)
Dr. Abhayasinghe K. N., BSc. Eng. (Moratuwa), MSc. (Moratuwa), PhD (Australia)
Dr. Wimalasiri W. K., BSc. Eng. (Hons) (Moratuwa), PhD (UK)
Dr. Jayatunga H. G. K. G., BEng. (Malaysia), PhD (Malaysiya)
Dr. Seneviratne A. L. G., BEng. (Hons) (UK), PhD (UK),
Dr. (Ms) Amarasingha R. P. N. U., BSc. (Moratuwa), MSc. (Thailand), PhD (USA)
Dr. (Ms) Bamunusinghe B. A. J. T., BSc. (Hons) (Peradeniya), PhD (Austrailia)
Dr. (Ms) Karunasena T.W.A., BSc. Curtin, MSc. SLIIT, PhD (Australia)
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Dr. (Ms) Karunaratne S. C. S., BSc. (Moratuwa), MEng (Japan), PhD (Japan)
Dr. Jayaruk T. C., BSc. (Hons) (Colombo), PhD (USA)
Dr. Rupasinghe P.L., BSc.( Hons) SLIIT, MBA, PhD, MIEEE, MIET, CISSP, CISA
Dr. Jayakody J.A.D.C., Ph.D. (Curtin) (Australia),(MSc (IS),B.Sc (Hons.)(Greenwich),
Mr. Kodagoda, G. N., BSc. (Hons) (Moratuwa), M.Phil, (Moratuwa)
Mr. Mallawarachchi, Y.W., BSc.(Moratuwa), MBA (Moratuwa)
Mr. Amararachchi J., BSc. (J’Pura)., PG.Dip. (Canterbury), MSc. (Colombo)
Mr. Rajapaksha U.U.S.K., BSc. Eng (Hons)(Moratuwa), M.Sc. SLIIT
Mr. Sumathipala, H.K.P., BSc. (Colombo), MSc. (Colombo)
Mr. Senarathne A.N., BSc .(Hons) SLIIT, BSc. Curtin, MSc. (Colombo)
Visiting Lecturers
Name Company/Organization Name
Dr. Rupasinghe T. University of Kelaniya
Eng. De Silva T. Sri Lanka Telecom
Eng. Chandraguptha R. Sri Lanka CERT/CC
Mr. Pathirana P. LOLC Technologies Limited
Mr. Fernando J. IBM, Sri Lanka (Rt)
Mr. Asanka D. Person eCollege Lanka Pvt Ltd
Mr. Azmeer M. Multimedia Department, SAITM
Mr. Wickramasekara L. A. D. L. FINCSIRT
Mr. Anushka K. P. B. Millennium IT
Mr. Perera S. EPIC Lanka
Ms. Perera K.L.S. Ernst & Young
Mr. Attanayake D. Mutants International Pvt Ltd
Ms. De Alwis G. Consultant
Mr. Edirisinghe R. Freight Links International
Mr. Thilakawardhene M ABS Information Systems Pvt Ltd
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SLIIT LIBRARY
FACILITIES
Library facilities are available to students through the Main
Library (libraries) at the Malabe and Metro Campus as well at Library Databases
the regional centers. They support a wide variety of subjects
covered by SLIIT courses at many academic levels, ranging
from undergraduate and professional development classes
through to postgraduate studies. The collections comprise
relevant and up to date books, periodicals and CD and DVD
collection.
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PAYMENT
METHOD
An application processing fee of Rs. 1000/= has to be The fee should be credited to Account No 1630552
paid in the beginning of the registrations for Master of the Bank of Ceylon in favor of Sri Lanka Institute
of Science Degrees at SLIIT. An application processing of Information Technology, at the bank of Ceylon
fee of Rs. 1500/= has to be paid in the beginning of the Colpetty branch located at first floor of BOC Merchant
registrations for MPhil and PhD Programmes. Fees can Tower building or at any branch of BOC. Or Sampath
be paid to the bank accounts of SLIIT at any branch. bank account number 003990000033 of the Sampath
bank at any branch of Sampath bank. Course fees are
All inclusive fee to cover lectures, tutorials, examinations, subjected to change.
access to computer laboratory facilities and the library
and is payable prior to the commencement of the
programme.
MSc Programmes
ENTERPRISE
INFORMATION INFORMATION INFORMATION CYBER APPLICATION
TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SECURITY DEVELOPMENT
MBA
Yearly Plan Rs. By Annual Plan Rs.
Yearly 01 250,000 Year 1- Half 1 127,500
Yearly 02 250,000 Year 1- Half 2 127,500
Year 2- Half 1 127,500
Year 2- Half 2 127,500
Total Rs. 500,000
Full course fees paid will not be refunded. However, will be refunded. If a request for a refund is received
request for refund of fees may be considered if after one week but before the end of the month, 50%
made before expire of one week from the date of the paid amount will be refunded. Thereafter, there
of commencement of lectures. From the date of will be no refunds of fees.
commencement of lectures 90% of the paid amount
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PERFORMANCE
CRITERIA FOR
AWARDING
DEGREE
Method of Evaluation
The overall aim of the MSc/PGD programs is to produce
Graduates who are competent in a variety of aspects in the
domain of Information Technology with the ability to apply
their expertise in industrial and commercial environments
and also to conduct research.
In support of this objective, the program is designed to
develop abilities to critically analyze, design and evaluate
alternate strategies in Information Technology.
This is achieved through lectures, assignments, seminars
projects and laboratory work. Each module be associated
with a combination of assignments and a final examination.
The details of assignments, performance criteria and
assessment criteria of each module are given within the
specification of the module.
Awarding Degrees
A candidate deemed to have passed the Masters degree if he/
she has successfully completed the evaluation requirements
of each and every component of the Masters degree content
as given below, complying with the specification of the
module.
1 The written examination of all year 1 compulsory elective
modules, all year 2 compulsory modules and the relevant
modules, complying with the specification of the module.
2 The seminars; assignments, term papers and other
project-based activities
3 Collected a minimum of 45 credits from course modules
offered according to the curriculum approved by the
Senate and as indicated above (1).
4 Successfully completed the research projects carrying 15
credits
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Awarding Postgraduate Diplomas Award of Grades for Course
A candidate is deemed to have passed the Postgraduate Modules
Diploma if he/she has successfully completed the To pass a module student should obtain
evaluation requirements of each and every component of minimum Grade “C” in each component. (ie
the year 1 of the Masters degree content as given below, the written examination and project based
complying with the specification of the module. activities) of the course module.
1. The written examination of all year 1 compulsory Notes:
modules and the relevant elective modules, complying Grades C to A+ : Pass
with the specification of the module. Grades E to C- : Fail
2. The seminars, assignments, term papers and other
projects-based activities.
3. Collected a minimum of 30 credits from course modules Cumulative Grade Point
offered according to the curriculum approved by the
Average (CGPA)
Senate and as indicated above (1).
Cumulative Grade Point Average is
If a student is not successful in any course module determined by dividing the sum of the
component, the student may be allowed to take the products of the number of credits earned
same modules again as a repeat student. For that the of all courses followed and the grade points
student must submit assignments and take the respective earned of those courses by the total number
examinations. Marks of assignments, mid-term exam of assigned credits for the completed study
etc. cannot be carried forward. In addition the student is program.
advised to follow lectures whenever possible.
SLIIT Qualification Framework - Faculty of
Repeat Examinations Graduate Studies and Research
Repeat students must register on pro-rata basis before
taking the respective module. Postgraduate Diploma - on successful
completion of the first-year study program
(30 credits)
Medium of Instructions
The medium of instruction in all degree and diploma Masters Degree - on successful completion
programs offered at SLIIT is English. of the two year program. (60 credits)
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FACULTY BOARD -
FACULTY OF
GRADUATE STUDIES
& RESEARCH
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MASTER
YOUR FUTURE
WITH SLIIT
FACULTY OF
GRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH
SLIIT Malabe Campus, New Kandy Road, Malabe.
SLIIT Metro Campus, BoC Merchant Tower, # 28, St.Michael’s Road, Colombo 03.
Hotline: 077 760 5077 / 076 497 1716 / 011 754 4801 Webite: www.sliit.lk Email: fgsr@sliit.lk