CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – ONLINE

AI is no longer something we can choose to ignore. It is rapidly becoming part of how we work, learn, communicate, travel, shop and make decisions. In the workplace, AI is becoming increasingly important to getting a job, retaining a job and progressing in a career. Understanding and using AI effectively is therefore essential not only to remain competitive, but to remain capable, productive, informed and relevant in an increasingly AI-driven world.

The Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence is a practical, non-technical programme designed to help you understand AI and confidently apply it in real-world situations. You will explore how AI works, discover the capabilities of generative AI, learn effective prompting techniques, and use AI tools to enhance productivity, research, creativity and problem-solving.

The programme also develops essential skills in evaluating AI-generated information, protecting privacy, recognising misinformation and using AI responsibly. Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, educator, student or simply someone who wants to keep pace with a rapidly changing world, this programme will help you move beyond simply knowing about AI to using AI intelligently, effectively and responsibly.

Delivered as a 100% online programme, the course is structured to support flexible learning.

Learn Anywhere: The entire programme is delivered online, allowing students to learn from anywhere in Sri Lanka or around the world, with flexibility and convenience.

Learn, Replay & Revise: All live lectures are recorded and made available through the LMS, allowing students to revisit lessons, revise content and access additional learning resources at their convenience.

Continuous Academic Support: Students receive full LMS access to lecture materials, readings, assignments and announcements, while maintaining 80% minimum attendance and opportunities to interact with lecturers throughout the programme.

Course Content 

Module 1: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

      • Understand the fundamentals of AI, how it works, its evolution, key concepts, capabilities and limitations.

Module 2: AI in Everyday Life & Business

      • Explore how AI is already transforming everyday activities, workplaces, businesses and services across different industries.

Module 3: Generative AI & AI Applications

      • Discover generative AI and learn how AI tools can be used to create, analyse, summarise and transform content.

Module 4: Prompt Engineering & AI Interaction

      • Learn how to communicate effectively with AI by creating clear, structured prompts and refining responses to achieve better results.

Module 5: AI for Business & Workplace Productivity

      • Apply AI to communication, research, reporting, presentations, planning, problem-solving and other workplace tasks to improve productivity and efficiency.

Module 6: AI for Research, Learning & Creativity

      • Use AI as a learning, research and creative assistant to explore ideas, understand complex subjects, develop content and support innovation.

Module 7: AI Ethics, Safety & Critical Thinking

      • Learn to identify AI-generated misinformation, hallucinations, bias, privacy risks, deepfakes and ethical issues while using AI responsibly.

Module 8: AI, Innovation & the Future of Work

      • Explore how AI is changing careers, businesses and society, and develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed in an AI-enabled future

Medium: English Medium

For Whom Is This Course?

    1. Students & Young People
      • For post-O/L and post-A/L students, undergraduates and graduates who want to develop AI skills early and stay up to date with the rapidly changing world of education, employment and technology.
    1. Job Seekers & Working Professionals
      • For those who want to get a job, retain their job, and progress in their career by developing practical AI skills that are increasingly valued in the workplace.
    1. Managers, Entrepreneurs & Business Professionals

Duration: 4 Months

Schedule: Wednesday and Friday 08.00 pm – 10.00 pm

COMMENCEMENT: Friday, 25th September 2026
                                       (Register Before 5th September 2026)

Mode: 100% Online (Live, Interactive Sessions)

Course Registration Fee: Rs. 5,000

Course Fees: Rs. 30,000 

      • Option 1: Paid in 2 installments: Rs. 15,000 a month x 2
      • Option 2: Paid in Full at the start: Rs. 28,500

Special Offers:

      • Early Bird Offer: Register before 5th of September 2026: Course Fee: Rs. 25,000 Only
      • Students Offer: Course Fee: Rs. 25,000 Only
      • GIMI/HRMI/UNISTEM Current and Past Students: Rs 22,500 Only

A Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) of 2.5% would be charged on all the above fees.

Please call for more details: (+94) 117 181 111 / (+94) 77 220 4101 / (+94) 71 272 4425