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For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

218%

Avg Salary Increase

87%

Employment Rate

3,200+

Graduates Placed

4.2 months

Months to Job

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For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

LKR 115,000

Average Starting Salary

Across all programs

Top Companies Hiring

Including 99X, Virtusa, Banks, Hospitals

87%

Employment Within 6 Months

Of graduation

IT Success Stories

Pradeep K.

Colombo

BEFORE

Data Entry Clerk

LKR 35,000/month

Working in a BPO with limited career growth opportunities, feeling stuck in repetitive tasks with no technical skills.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

AFTER

Cybersecurity Analyst

99X Technology

LKR 145,000/month

+314% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

4.5 years from enrollment to current position

Sanduni R.

Kandy

BEFORE

School Teacher

LKR 42,000/month

Teaching ICT at a private school but wanted to transition into the tech industry with better compensation.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

AFTER

Software Engineer

Virtusa

LKR 125,000/month

+198% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

3.5 years from enrollment to software engineer

Nuwan P.

Gampaha

BEFORE

Network Technician

LKR 55,000/month

Installing and maintaining networks but wanted to move into cloud and DevOps for better opportunities.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

AFTER

DevOps Engineer

WSO2

LKR 180,000/month

+227% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English. My salary tripled in just 4 years."

4 years from enrollment to DevOps Engineer

Janith A.

Maharagama

BEFORE

Computer Technician

LKR 38,000/month

Repairing computers and providing tech support but wanted to move into software development.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

AFTER

Full Stack Developer

IFS (Industrial and Financial Systems)

LKR 140,000/month

+268% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

3.5 years from enrollment to Full Stack Developer

Tharindu G.

Wattala

BEFORE

Graphic Designer

LKR 48,000/month

Doing freelance graphic design but wanted to move into UI/UX design for tech companies with stable income.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology - Software Development

AFTER

UI/UX Designer & Frontend Developer

hSenid Mobile Solutions

LKR 135,000/month

+181% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

4 years from enrollment to UI/UX Designer role

Healthcare Success Stories

Dilini S.

Colombo

BEFORE

Nursing Assistant

LKR 35,000/month

Working in a private hospital with aspirations to become a registered nurse but lacked the qualifications.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Nursing

AFTER

Registered Nurse

Asiri Hospital Group

LKR 120,000/month

+243% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

4 years from enrollment to RN position

Thilak M.

Negombo

BEFORE

Pharmacy Assistant

LKR 38,000/month

Working in a retail pharmacy wanting to advance to hospital pharmacy with better responsibilities.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science

AFTER

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Nawaloka Hospitals

LKR 95,000/month

+150% salary increase

"The BSc in Biomedical Science opened doors I never thought possible. I went from retail pharmacy to a hospital laboratory - a completely different career trajectory."

3.5 years from enrollment to current role

Amali P.

Ja-Ela

BEFORE

Receptionist at Clinic

LKR 32,000/month

Working at a medical clinic, fascinated by healthcare but without medical qualifications.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Public Health

AFTER

Public Health Officer

Ministry of Health - Provincial Health Services

LKR 90,000/month

+181% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

4 years from enrollment to Public Health Officer

Construction Success Stories

Kasun W.

Ratmalana

BEFORE

Site Supervisor

LKR 45,000/month

Working on construction sites but couldn't progress to Quantity Surveyor role without professional qualifications.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

AFTER

Quantity Surveyor

Access Engineering PLC

LKR 135,000/month

+200% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English. I went from site supervisor to professional QS."

4 years from enrollment to QS position

Chaminda L.

Moratuwa

BEFORE

Technical Officer

LKR 50,000/month

Working in municipal engineering department wanting to move to private sector construction management.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Construction Management

AFTER

Construction Manager

Sanken Construction

LKR 165,000/month

+230% salary increase

"The degree gave me the credentials and knowledge to transition from public sector to leading construction projects in the private sector. Best decision of my career."

4.5 years from enrollment to Construction Manager

Dinesh S.

Panadura

BEFORE

Draftsman

LKR 42,000/month

Creating architectural drawings but wanted to move into building information modeling (BIM) and modern construction technology.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BSc (Hons) in Construction Management

AFTER

BIM Coordinator

MAGA Engineering

LKR 125,000/month

+198% salary increase

"The construction industry is going digital, and Ceylon Open Campus prepared me for this transformation. From 2D draftsman to BIM coordinator - the future of construction!"

4 years from enrollment to BIM Coordinator

Business Success Stories

Hasini F.

Mount Lavinia

BEFORE

Executive Assistant

LKR 48,000/month

Supporting senior management but wanted to move into strategic HR role with formal qualifications.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BA (Hons) in Business Management - HRM Specialization

AFTER

HR Manager

Commercial Bank

LKR 155,000/month

+223% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

5 years from enrollment to HR Manager

Roshan D.

Dehiwala

BEFORE

Sales Executive

LKR 52,000/month

Working in retail sales but wanted to move into marketing management with strategic responsibilities.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BA (Hons) in Business Management - Marketing Specialization

AFTER

Marketing Manager

Dialog Axiata PLC

LKR 175,000/month

+237% salary increase

"The marketing specialization in Sri Lanka prepared me for the digital transformation in marketing. I went from retail sales to leading campaigns for Sri Lanka's largest telecom company."

4 years from enrollment to Marketing Manager

Sachini K.

Nugegoda

BEFORE

Accounts Clerk

LKR 40,000/month

Handling basic bookkeeping but wanted to become a professional accountant with CIMA/ACCA pathway.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance

AFTER

Financial Analyst

Sampath Bank PLC

LKR 130,000/month

+225% salary increase

"The degree not only advanced my career but also gave me CIMA exemptions, saving me time and money on professional qualifications. From clerk to financial analyst!"

4 years from enrollment to Financial Analyst

Nadeeka R.

Kelaniya

BEFORE

Customer Service Officer

LKR 45,000/month

Working in bank customer service but wanted to move into operations and process management.

PROGRAM TAKEN

BA (Hons) in Business Management - Operations Specialization

AFTER

Operations Manager

Hatton National Bank

LKR 150,000/month

+233% salary increase

"For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English."

5 years from enrollment to Operations Manager

For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

Information Technology1340 graduates (42%)

Healthcare & Medical736 graduates (23%)

Construction & Engineering576 graduates (18%)

Banking & Finance320 graduates (10%)

Business & Management228 graduates (7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these success stories real?

Yes, all success stories featured on this page are from real Ceylon Open Campus graduates. We have documented their career journeys with their permission. For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

What is the average salary increase for graduates?

For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

How long does it typically take to find employment after graduation?

87% of our graduates secure employment within 6 months of graduation, with an average time of 4.2 months. For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

Can I study while working like these graduates did?

For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English.

For current admissions, Ceylon Open Campus conducts only HND in Quantity Surveying, Certificate for Nurse Assistant, and Diploma in English. Our Career Services team works with you throughout your studies and after graduation to ensure successful career transitions.

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