This program is designed for individuals seeking advanced knowledge and practical skills in textile and apparel management. The course covers core areas including General and People Management, Textile & Apparel Manufacturing, Marketing and Merchandising, Lean Manufacturing concepts, Industrial Engineering, and Problem-Solving techniques. Students gain a strong foundation to excel in supervisory and managerial roles within the textile and apparel industry, preparing them for both local and global career opportunities.
Main Subject Areas
Semester 1
- General Management
- People Management
- Textile and Apparel Manufacturing Management
- Apparel Marketing and Merchandising
- Basic Lean Manufacturing concepts
- Industrial Engineering
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
Semester 2
- Automation in Textile Apparel Industry
- Digital Application
- Fashion Design - Textile and Apparel Trends Analysis
- Product Development
- Quality Management in the Textile and Apparel Industry
- Environmental, Social and governance (ESG)
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Creating & Maintaining a learning Culture at Workplace
Higher National Diploma
Course
Part TimeDuration
1.5 YearsDepartment
103Venue
SLITA CampusMedium
Entry Requirements
Must have one of the following qualification; a) NVQ Level 5 qualification in relevant field, or b) NVQ Level 5 mapped qualification in relevant field, or c) Foreign qualification certified by national qualification authority of origin acting country which is equivalent to NVQ Level 5 of Sri Lanka, or d) SLQF Level 3 diploma or higher qualification in relevant field. Those who directly enroll for Level 6 courses shall appear for final viva with evidence portfolio covering all units of competencies of Level 5 qualifications are already obtained. Final viva voce shall comprise units of level 5 & 6 worth minimum of 120 credits of learning of NVQF.
