DiplomaBusiness & FinanceHigher National Diploma in Accountancy (HNDA)
SLIATE — Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education · Colombo
Overview
Established in 1943 as the National Diploma in Accountancy and transformed into the HNDA in 1946, this is Sri Lanka's oldest professional accounting programme. Per Public Administration Circular 46/90, the HNDA is considered equivalent to a B.Com degree from a UGC-recognised university. Completed full-time or part-time within a four-year period at ATIs island-wide.
Key facts
- Total fee
- State-subsidised
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intake
- Jan, Jun
- Study mode
- Full-time / Part-time
- Award
- Local award
- UGC
- Not verified
- Location
- Head office: Colombo, Colombo
Entry requirements
Typically G.C.E. A/L passes (any stream), or an approved foundation programme. Some diplomas admit strong G.C.E. O/L results — confirm with the institute.
Highlights
- Recognised as equivalent to a B.Com degree (Public Administration Circular No.46/90)
- HNDA holders granted certified auditor credential since 1968
- Syllabus revised in consultation with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL)
- Offered full-time and part-time at ATIs throughout the island
Where it can take you
About this qualification
Higher National Diplomas and diplomas are 1–3 year qualifications. HNDs (SLIATE or Pearson BTEC) are widely accepted for degree top-up entry, locally and abroad.
About the institute
State HND body running Advanced Technological Institutes (ATIs) islandwide. HNDs accept A/L qualification without a Z-score cutoff.
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