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This Certificate Course in Industrial Relations and Labour Law provides a comprehensive understanding of workplace relations, employment regulations, and legal frameworks governing labor rights. Designed for HR professionals, managers, legal practitioners, and those involved in employee relations, this course covers key aspects of industrial relations, grievance handling, collective bargaining, and workplace discipline.

Students will gain in-depth knowledge of Sri Lanka’s labor laws, employment contracts, dispute resolution mechanisms, trade union rights, and social security regulations. The course also explores contemporary issues such as workplace human rights, generational differences in the workforce, and strategies to promote social dialogue and prevent workplace harassment.

By completing this program, participants will develop the expertise needed to navigate complex labor relations, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and foster a fair and productive work environment. This course is ideal for those looking to build a career in HR, industrial relations, or labor law, equipping them with practical knowledge and skills to handle workplace challenges effectively.

Department
Department
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Campus
Campus
Colombo Campus
Level
Level
Certificate Programmes
Method
Method
Part Time
Duration
Duration
10 Weeks
Medium
Medium
English

Entry Requirements

  • G.C.E O/L


 

Commencement

  • Rajagiriya - Pending


 

Programme Fees

Current Fee Structure
  • Course Fee: LKR 40,000/- + Registration Fee: LKR 2,000/-

*Subject to change without prior notice. Conditions apply.

Course Structure and Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Relations and Praxis

  • Introduction to Industrial Relations and Importance

  • Discipline at Work

  • Grievance Handling

  • Importance of Collective Bargaining to a workplace

Module 2: Labour Law and Statutory Framework I

  • Introduction to Legal Framework & Labour Laws in Sri Lanka

  • Contract of Employment

  • Settlement of Industrial Disputes

  • 4. Termination

Module 3: Labour Law and Statutory Framework II

  • Trade Unions and Legality of Trade Union Actions

  • Employment Related Statues I

  • Employment Related Statutes II

  • Laws on Social Security and Retirement

Module 4: Contemporary Industrial Relations and Labour Law Trends

  • Human Rights at Workplace

  • Generation Gap in Workplace and Solutions

  • Encouraging Social Dialogue at Workplace

  • Violent and Harassment in World of Work and Trade Union Actions