University of Moratuwa · Department of Languages
English Language Skills for Employment
We experience today challenges not faced by executives and entrepreneurs in the past.
Duration
20 weeks
Course fee
Rs. 35,000/=
Classes
Weekends, 8.00 am – 12.30 pm
Entry
O/L English C or above
A pass in G.C.E. O/L English with a grade “C” or above is required.
About the course
Communicate with confidence at work
Whether you have your own company, are employed in a state institution, are seeking employment, or plan to start your own company in the future, you need, more than ever before, to be able to communicate better with your employers, co-workers and customers.
This course examines communication in the modern workplace through a blend of stimulating activities involving group and individual tasks.
Is this course for you?
You want to learn English because
You are not confident when you have to give a speech or speak in English.
You want to perform better at job interviews.
You want to write better reports, proposals, letters and other official documents.
You need English skills to progress in your career.
Class times
Choose your day
Classes run on weekends, so you can keep working while you study.
Group 01
Saturdays
8.00 am – 12.30 pm
Starts 03rd October 2026
Group 02
Sundays
8.00 am – 12.30 pm
Starts 04th October 2026
What you will learn
Course content
Grammar
Fundamentals of grammar for speech and writing.
Speech
Presentations, speeches, interviews, negotiations, discussions, brainstorming, meetings.
Writing / Business communication
Sentence construction, describing events, processes and opinions, letters, meeting minutes, memos and e-mails, project proposals, informal/ formal reports.
How to register
Bring these 4 things
Applications will be entertained on a first come, first served basis. To register, please submit:
- Course fee
- Completed application form
- Copy of National Identity Card or Passport
- Copy of Certificate of Highest Educational Qualification
Refunds on course fees are not possible under any circumstances after registration.
Application form
Download the ELSE 19 application form, print it and fill it in. Hand it in with the course fee and the copies listed.
Registration and information
Contact us
Course Coordinator: Sanath Gunawardena · Department of Languages, University of Moratuwa
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