Choosing the right postgraduate degree is an important decision that shapes your academic and professional future. At KIU University, our postgraduate programs are designed to help you specialize, lead, and innovate in your chosen field. Whether your goal is to deepen your expertise in nursing or expand your strategic capabilities in management, KIU provides the right academic environment to help you excel.
Use this guide to find a postgraduate course that best fits your goals, interests, and career aspirations.
Start by thinking about your professional goals.
– Identify how a postgraduate qualification can advance your career — whether it’s moving into academia, leadership, or research.
– Research the professional pathways available in your field and see which KIU postgraduate program aligns best.
– For example:
– Nurses aiming to move into teaching or leadership can explore the Master of Nursing Education or Master of Nursing Management.
– Professionals seeking to strengthen their business acumen can pursue the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
– Aspiring researchers can consider the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) to prepare for doctoral studies.
Postgraduate study at KIU is not just about gaining knowledge — it’s about positioning yourself as a leader and expert in your profession.
If you are passionate about a specific area, KIU’s postgraduate programs help you refine and deepen that knowledge.
– Board of Nursing programs emphasize advanced clinical practice, nursing education, management, and research.
– Board of Management programs focus on strategy, innovation, and organizational leadership across industries.
Each program encourages critical thinking, evidence-based learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to prepare graduates for complex professional challenges.
Postgraduate study is also an opportunity to expand your horizons. You may come from one discipline and wish to branch into another — such as a nurse moving into management, or a business graduate exploring healthcare administration.
KIU’s flexible postgraduate framework allows such transitions by offering both academic and practical learning experiences tailored to diverse backgrounds.
Each postgraduate course at KIU offers a unique combination of theory, research, and practice. When exploring a program, review the following:
– The modules covered and their relevance to your career goals
– Assessment methods, including coursework, research projects, and presentations
– Opportunities for applied research and professional networking
– Accreditation by the Ministry of Higher Education and the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Understanding the content helps you select a program that matches your academic strengths and professional ambitions.
Postgraduate study at KIU goes beyond the classroom. You’ll experience a student-centered learning environment that combines lectures, research supervision, workshops, and online engagement.
Students benefit from:
– Guidance by experienced academics and research mentors
– State-of-the-art facilities and access to digital learning tools
– Collaboration across disciplines through seminars and group projects
– A balance between academic theory and real-world application
Whether studying full-time or part-time, KIU ensures flexibility for working professionals to pursue higher education without compromising their careers.
A postgraduate qualification from KIU opens doors to leadership, teaching, and research roles across multiple sectors. Our graduates pursue careers as:
– Nursing educators, healthcare administrators, and clinical leaders
– Business strategists, consultants, and organizational managers
– Academic researchers and policy developers
KIU’s postgraduate degrees are recognized both locally and internationally, giving you the academic credibility and professional edge to advance in your chosen path.
KIU’s Faculty of Graduate Studies offers postgraduate programs under two main departments:
Board of Nursing
– Master of Science in Nursing
– Master of Nursing Education
– Master of Nursing Management
– Master of Philosophy in Nursing
Board of Management
– Master of Business Administration (Management Strategy)
Visit the KIU Postgraduate Programs page to explore:
– Entry requirements
– Course structure and modules
– Study options and duration
– Research opportunities
– Career outcomes
Discover your path with KIU — and take the next step toward becoming a leader, innovator, and researcher in your field.
Postgraduate Admissions Office
249/1, Malabe Road,
Thalangama North,
Koswatta, Battaramulla
Sri Lanka
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