AI-Related Courses

AI is a high-growth field in Sri Lanka, with institutions like AI Academy and SLIIT offering specialized programs. These courses build technical and analytical skills, aligning with global trends and local tech industry needs.

Course	Description	Duration	Credits	Notional Hours	Target Audience
Certificate in AI Foundations	Introduces AI concepts, machine learning basics, data preprocessing, and Python for AI. Includes hands-on projects (e.g., simple predictive models).	2 months (part-time, 6–8 hrs/week)	5	250	Students with basic IT/math skills; management students interested in data-driven decision-making.
Introduction to Machine Learning	Covers supervised/unsupervised learning, regression, classification, and clustering. Practical focus on tools like Python and TensorFlow.	3 months (part-time, 8–10 hrs/week)	6	300	Students with programming basics; aspiring data analysts or AI practitioners.
AI for Business Applications	Explores AI in marketing, HR, and operations (e.g., chatbots, predictive analytics). Non-technical, case-study-based.	1.5 months (part-time, 6 hrs/week)	3	150	Management students; those seeking to apply AI in business contexts.

Why Offer These?

Sri Lanka’s tech sector is expanding, with Colombo hosting key software firms. AI skills are in demand for roles like data analyst, business intelligence specialist, and AI consultant.
These courses complement management studies by enhancing data-driven decision-making skills, relevant for Advanced Diploma subjects like Management Information Systems.
Short AI courses provide a pathway to advanced AI programs