The Higher Diploma in Accounting & Finance (HDAF) is to provide a sound theoretical basis in Accounting, Finance and Management with requisite skills and attitudes of participants to progress in their fields of careers mainly in SMEs.
Course Content
Objectives of the HDAF
This course will leads executives to, demonstrate a sound understanding of advanced concepts and principles of accounting, finance, management, economics and other related social sciences and apply that knowledge in the decision making process. Also this Improve the critical thinking ability, communication, negotiation, analytical and problem solving skills in professional and business contexts.
Eligibility Criteria
Direct entry to Higher Diploma (2nd year) is possible to:
- Students who have completed the AAT Final level/ AAT Members
- Students who have completed Diploma in Accounting & Finance (1st year)
- Any other qualification acceptable to the Study Board of Business School
Entry Requirements and Progression Pathway
Whoever completed graduates of Higher Diploma in Accounting & Finance from the AAT Business School will get the following opportunities with exemptions.
| Local Campus / Institute | Degree & University | Duration/Exemptions |
|---|---|---|
| Saegis Campus | BSc (Hons) Business Management (Top-up Degree) – Canterbury Christ Church University (UK) | Complete within 1 year |
| Imperial College | BA (Hons) International Business & Finance – University of the West Scotland | 2-year exemption; direct entry to final year |
| BMS Campus | BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance or BSc (Hons) Global Business Management – Northumbria University (UK) | Complete within 1 year |
| Sanasa Campus | BSc (Hons) Banking & Finance | 2-year exemption |
| PIM Institute | Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PDM) with pathway to MBA | Complete within 1 year |
Duration and Course Fee
Higher Diploma in Accounting & Finance (HDAF) | 1 Year (2 Semesters with 30 Credit Points)
| AAT Students | Other students | |
| Registration Fee | LKR 20,000 | LKR 20,000 |
| 1st Semester Fee | LKR 70,000 | LKR 75,000 |
| 2nd Semester Fee | LKR 70,000 | LKR 75,000 |
Monthly instalment plan is available.
Certification and CPD Credits
- On successful Completion “Higher Diploma in Accounting and Finance’’ Equivalent to National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level - 6
- AAT members could claim 15 CPD upon successful completion
Registration and Payment Process
Fill out & submit the Online Application Form - CLICK HERE (Before submitting, ensure you have made the required payment using one of the methods below.)
Make the payment using one of the following methods:
- Cash @ AAT Centre (Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m - 4:45 p.m, Saturdays 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m)
- Cheque in favour of “Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka” & Crossed “Account Payee Only”
- Online payments – CLICK HERE
- Direct deposits to Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka, A/C No. 75290039 BOC, Narahenpita Branch (Important: Mention your Name and NIC number on the payment slip)
You will receive a confirmation email after verifying your payment and the online application.
Program Schedule / Commencement
October 2026 – [Sunday, 8.30 am – 5.00 pm]
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