The Bachelor of Labour Management (BLM) is a University of Colombo degree run by the Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA) for people already in work. The BLM is three years, and the BLM Honours four. Lectures run on weekday evenings, face to face at the University of Colombo or online. You need to be at least 22, employed or self-employed, and have two years’ work experience after your entry qualification.
Colombo BLM Degree at a Glance
| Item | What IHRA’s programme page says |
|---|---|
| Awarding university | University of Colombo (internal degree, awarded at the General Convocation) |
| Offered by | Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA) |
| Duration | BLM 3 years; BLM Honours 4 years |
| Lectures | Weekdays 5.00тАУ7.30 pm on campus, or 7.00тАУ9.30 pm online (Zoom/Teams) |
| Selection | Selection test and interview by IHRA |
| Attendance | 80% per subject to sit its exam |
Entry Requirements
You need one of these qualifications:
- A diploma at SLQF Level 3 or equivalent, from IHRA or another higher education institute.
- A/L passes in one sitting: three subjects (after 2000) or four subjects (before 2000).
- IHRA’s Diploma in Labour Studies.
And all of these:
- Aged 22 or over.
- Currently employed or self-employed, with at least two years’ work experience after obtaining the qualification.
- Meet IHRA’s academic ability and readiness standard (selection test and interview).
No A/L? IHRA says you can first complete its Diploma programme, which needs six O/L passes in one sitting, three of them credits or better, and then apply for the BLM.
Honours, Medium and Fees
- Honours: selection for the fourth (honours) year depends on your results in the first three years and IHRA’s available resources.
- Medium: the page lists Sinhala as the programme medium and elsewhere says it runs in Sinhala and English. Confirm your medium with IHRA.
- Fees: not stated on the programme page. Ask IHRA before you apply.
How to Apply
- IHRA calls for applications every year through newspaper advertisements and its website.
- Register your interest using the “Next BLM Intake” form on the IHRA BLM page.
- When the call opens, apply and sit the selection test and interview.
BrightNook Tips
- Count your experience from the qualification date. Two years’ work must come after your A/L or diploma.
- Evening and online options make this one of the few state-university degrees designed around a full-time job.
- Interested in HR? Compare the University of Colombo DHRM and the CIPM CQHRM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BLM a University of Colombo degree?
Yes. IHRA says it is an internal degree of the University of Colombo, awarded at the General Convocation.
Can I apply straight after A/L?
No. You must be at least 22 and have two years’ work experience after the qualification.
When is the next intake?
IHRA advertises each year but has not given a date; register on its “Next BLM Intake” form.
Official Sources
- IHRA тАУ Bachelor of Labour Management (BLM / BLM Hons.)
- IHRA Assistant Registrar тАУ +94 11 250 3393, adminar@ihra.cmb.ac.lk
BrightNook.lk is an independent education website and is not affiliated with IHRA or the University of Colombo. Details were checked on IHRA’s programme page on 1 November 2026. Always confirm with IHRA before you apply.
