Dip. in Tourism, Economics and Hotel Management

The Colombo university's Department of Economics has called applications from prospective candidates for enrollment in its diploma course in Tourism, Economics and Hotel Management.

Senior lecturer attached to the Department of Economics Dr. Suranga Silva said this course was started to ensure the direct involvement of the university in promoting human resources needed for the tourism industry to attract 2.5 million tourists to Sri Lanka in 2016. The subjects taught include Economics, Social Science, Human Resources, Management, Accounting, IT and laws pertaining to tourism.

The one year course can be followed through distance education too if desired. Applicant should have the GCE Ordinary Level or Advanced Level or similar qualification and ability to work in English with experience in the sector.

Closing date for applications is April 30. Further particulars could be obtained on telephone 011-2502722 or 011-2582666 or email [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected]