ADVANCED CERTIFICATE COURSE IN PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS COACHING

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE COURSE IN PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS COACHING

The Advanced Certificate Course in Professional Business Coaching (ACCPBC) is a reputed unique program conducted by the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL). Quality businesses can contribute towards a country’s prosperity, thus the need for the enhancement of business coaching skills was seen as a necessity in the local micro, small and medium-scale business enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Sri Lanka. In this regard, a business coaching model used worldwide has been re-aligned to our local needs and tested on the ground with diverse communities, especially with a focus on the MSME sector. The MSME sector has much potential for success, countrywide, including in the regions. MSMEs have the ability to provide world-class services that will attract more high-end customers and enhance the economy of the country. Therefore, this new coaching model, with its customized curriculum to cater to the needs of local enterprises in the MSMEs sector, is particularly significant for the enhancement of local business activities. Business Coaching has become widely respected as a service supporting Owner/ Manager development and business performance improvement, globally. The coaching initiative that is proposed within these pages involves one-on-one mentoring through which managers are guided to align business planning with practical work activities that will enhance their businesses in diverse manners. Coaching enables business owners to be successful and uplift performance in ways that are measurable and sustainable. Coaching is an opportunity for experienced business operators to undertake training to receive accreditation and be recognized.

The Faculty of Management Studies of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka partnered with Skills for Inclusive Growth (S4IG) program in developing the ACCPBC course. S4IG is an initiative of the Australian Government in partnership with the Sri Lankan State Ministry of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research & Innovations. The Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) has collaborated with the Australian Government-funded Skills for Inclusive Growth program to support this business coaching service in Sri Lanka. It has allowed us to benchmark this Business Coaching model and training course with successful models available in other countries. FCCISL has contributed towards the development of this course and will support coaches to access tourism related small businesses to support their growth and development. Business coaches who complete the training requirements will be recognized by FCCISL and be encouraged to deliver services to support businesses. The launch of this course will contribute to the upskilling and enhancement of small-scale business owners and employees, leading to the creation of a business service for those in MSMEs.

Advanced Certificate Course in

Professional Business Coaching

Course Structure

Course code	Course name	Credit value	Status*
PBC 113	Principles of Business Coaching	3	Compulsory
PBC 123	Change Management	3	Compulsory
PBC 134	Business Coaching Practice	3	Compulsory
PBC 143	Business Leadership Development	3	Compulsory
PBC 152	Advance Business Coaching	2	Compulsory
PBC 213	Practical Coaching	3	Compulsory
PBC 223	Project Report	3	Compulsory

Advanced Certificate Course in

Professional Business Coaching

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Pass G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination conducted by the Department of Examination of Sri Lanka in any stream with three (03) simple passes (S) or equivalent qualification

Pass G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination conducted by the Department of Examination of Sri Lanka with a minimum three (03) years of relevant work experience in business development services/ entrepreneurship/ business field.

Completion of a foundation course/Advanced certificate course equivalent to SLQF Level 3 or NVQ Level 5 with a minimum of three (03) years of relevant work experience in business development services/ entrepreneurship/ business field

AND

Any other qualification accepted by the University Senate

After an initial screening of applications based on the qualifications, shortlisted candidates will be called for an aptitude test and/or an interview (on-site or online). Candidates will be selected based on the performance of the aptitude test and/or interview on their ability to successfully complete the course.

COURSE FEE

The course fee for the Advanced Certificate Course in Professional Business Coaching is Rs. 60,000/=. Course fees can be paid in two installments. The first installment, Rs. 30,000.00, of the total course fee, should be paid on registration. The second installment, Rs. 30,000.00, should be paid before the first-semester examination. Once paid, fees are not refundable.

ACCPBC Application - 2023