Library & Research

CIPM Library Services

The CIPM Library maintains its position as the most comprehensive resource center for Sri Lanka’s HR community. This extensive collection encompasses specialized HR and business management materials

including:

Comprehensive management text collections 
Premier HRM business journals and publications 
Exemplary project reports and case studies
 Professional business directories and references
 Academic and business intelligence resources
 Expanding online access to digital collections

CIPM’s main library, located at HR House in Narahenpita, continues to be recognized as Sri Lanka’s largest HR library. Regional libraries at Kandy, Kurunegala, and Galle Centers serve local professional communities with comprehensive resources.

Library Mission and Objectives

Institutional Objectives:

Preserve and provide access to the comprehensive body of HR knowledge 
Support teaching and research requirements for members and students 
Facilitate rapid and effective information access for the CIPM community

Vision Statement:

To serve as the definitive Knowledge Center in Human Resource Management, significantly enhancing the quality of professional practice beyond traditional library boundaries.

Mission Statement:

Develop comprehensive collections of professional documentary materials while providing global information resources that enrich cultural, educational, social, and economic advancement.

Library Policies and Professional Standards

Access Requirements

Valid membership credentials required for facility access  

Resource Management

All borrowing transactions processed through designated service points

Professional Environment

Quiet study environment maintained; disruptive behavior prohibited

Discussion Protocols

Group discussions restricted to designated collaboration areas  

Facility Standards

Food and beverages prohibited; mobile devices maintained on silent mode

Resource Care

Materials returned to appropriate locations or library staff

Main Library Facilities at HR House, Colombo

Collection Excellence:

Comprehensive collections encompassing HRM and business management texts, professional journals, research reports, and business directories.

Digital Resources:  

Advanced access to online resources, digital texts, examination tools, historical papers, and research databases.

Advanced Features:

Professional annotation capabilities including highlighting, notation, and bookmarking functionality within digital collections.

Regional Library Network

These facilities remain accessible to CIPM students and professional members throughout their geographic regions

Individual Membership:

Kandy Regional Center

Galle Regional Center

Kurunegala Regional Center

Additional Professional Services

Learning Management System:
Comprehensive digital learning support and student services platform
 Knowledge Center:
Specialized access to professional books, periodicals, and journals relevant to HRM and business management

Library Policies and Professional Standards

Refundable security deposit of Rs. 2,000 required for new members

Loss or damage must be reported immediately in writing

Overdue materials incur Rs. 10 daily fine per item  

Borrowed materials must be returned in original condition

Members remain responsible for borrowed items until formal return

CIPM Professional Publications

Monthly Professional Bulletin

Regular publication maintaining current professional knowledge and industry developments.

Cipm Newsletter

Comprehensive coverage of events, updates, and professional highlights from the CIPM community.

Annual Reports and Professional Publications:

Fueling Progress, Aspiring Futures

Adapt-Ability: Professional Excellence in Change  

Game of Expertise: Mastering Professional Practice  

Breaking the Odds: Innovation in HR Leadership  

EMP+WER: Empowerment Through Professional Development

Strategic Transformation: Evolution in HR Practice  

Change the Culture, Change the Game: Cultural Leadership in Organizations

CIPM Membership Excellence

Membership is the foundation of CIPM’s professional influence. By joining, you gain access to a powerful network, strategic relationship-building opportunities, and enhanced professional visibility. Through a blend of corporate and individual services, members are recognized for their talent, share evidence-based practices, and contribute to the advancement of HR standards across industries.

Our integrated service model supports sustained success for both organizations and individuals, enabling meaningful engagement across the HR value chain.