Our University
The University of Ruhuna is one of the leading universities in Sri Lanka. The University of Ruhuna was established by a special Presidential Decree on 1st September 1978 as Ruhuna University college fulfilling a long cherished desire of the people of Southern Sri Lanka.
Our Faculty
The Faculty of Management and Finance was established in 2003. At present, it is one of the foremost faculties consisting of four Departments of studies namely Department of Entrepreneurship, Department of Human Resource, Department of Accounting and Finance and Department of Marketing, in addition to the computer unit and the e-learning centre.
At present Faculty offers courses in a range of disciplines leading to Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)Honours degrees.
Students
The students are provided with a friendly learning environment which encourages them to excel in one's field of study, and to achieve one's goals while maintaining strong personal relationships. The students are allow to exploit opportunities to engage in co-curricular activities at local and International levels.
ICME 2020
Faculty of Management and Finance , University of Ruhuna, one of the leading management faculties in Sri Lanka annually organizes the International Conference on Management and Economics (ICME) with the objective of creating a strong platform for academics, researchers and practitioners to exchange their knowledge in the field of Management and Economics.
Digital Disruption 2019
There will be brainstorming speeches with the intention of expanding the awareness on the concept, fueling up creativity and innovativeness to promote more opportunity creators than job seekers and real-life inspirational stories of entrepreneurs who expand the boundaries.
ADCON 2019
An advertising competition organized by the department of marketing, Faculty of Management and finance, University of Ruhuna which will enable the participants to bring out the hidden creativity within them.
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Industry Readiness: Future-Proofing Your Career for 2030 & Beyond
The Department of Accountancy successfully hosted an engaging and forward-looking session titled "Industry Readiness: Future-Proofing Your Career for 2030 & Beyond" on 30th April 2025 at MFLT 01, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.
The session was conducted by Mr. Thilina Bandara, Associate Principal Consultant at Nagarro and a Certified Trainer, whose extensive industry expertise and dynamic delivery style resonated strongly with participants. Organised as part of a collaborative initiative coordinated by CMA Sri Lanka, the event aimed to equip undergraduates with the skills, knowledge, and mindset essential for navigating the rapidly evolving professional landscape more
The session was conducted by Mr. Thilina Bandara, Associate Principal Consultant at Nagarro and a Certified Trainer, whose extensive industry expertise and dynamic delivery style resonated strongly with participants. Organised as part of a collaborative initiative coordinated by CMA Sri Lanka, the event aimed to equip undergraduates with the skills, knowledge, and mindset essential for navigating the rapidly evolving professional landscape more
Study Tour – Department of Business Management - 2025
Two day field visit was organized in collaboration with the Circle of Business Management on 21st and 22nd July 2025 and this study tour created a remarkable opportunity for students to bridge theory with real-world practice and during the journey, undergraduates explored diverse industry operations at:
- Pelwatte Sugar Industries PLC – Buttala
- Sehani Desheeya Oushada (Pvt) Ltd – Buttala
- Department of Tourism Studies, Uva Wellassa University
- Ambewela Milk Factory (New Zealand Farm) – Nuwara Eliya more
Outbound Training Program - 2024
The Outbound Training Program, held on 6th December 2024 at the university premises, was organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit. Designed for 2000-level undergraduates in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, the program aimed to enhance leadership skills and foster personal growth.
Utilizing an experiential learning approach, the training emphasized engaging activities and enjoyable experiences to promote learning. The program focused on key organizational competencies, including building self-confidence, personality development, teamwork, and effective communication, equipping students with essential skills for their academic andprofessional journey
Utilizing an experiential learning approach, the training emphasized engaging activities and enjoyable experiences to promote learning. The program focused on key organizational competencies, including building self-confidence, personality development, teamwork, and effective communication, equipping students with essential skills for their academic andprofessional journey
Field Visit 2024 – Department of Accountancy
The Department of Accountancy together with the Circle of Accounting organized a one-day field visit on the 06th of December 2024, for 3000-level Accountancy students of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The primary objective of the visit was to get practical knowledge related to the operation of an organization, especially in the management accounting area and sustainability development practices, after the theoretical study of two semesters as an accountancy specialized student. The 145 students along with 04 staff members visited Brandix Apparel Solutions (Pvt) Ltd – Koggala, More
A Warm Welcome for New HRM Undergraduates
The Circle of Human Resource Management Development, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna, organized a welcome program named “Avenrise 2024” to welcome 2000-level HRM specialization undergraduates selected for the Department of Human Resource Management. The event was held on the 6th of November 2024, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the MFLT 05. It featured an engaging academic- industry insight-sharing session with the invited alumni from the Department of Human Resource Management. The esteemed panel included: Ms. Hiranthi Pothupitiya, Assistant Manager-HR and HRBP, Hirdaramani Group, Mr. Isuru Chandradasa, Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Human Resources Management, University of Colombo, Mr. K. G. Chathura Madushan, Senior Executive- HR, MAS Intimates – Unichela, Koggala and Ms. Chamodi Kavirangi, Junior Executive-HR, Radisson Hotel Colombo. Through their insightful discussions,
the panelists provided valuable advice and motivated students to excel in their academic and professional endeavors.
the panelists provided valuable advice and motivated students to excel in their academic and professional endeavors.
Field Visit- Central Bank of Sri Lanka & Colombo Stock Exchange
On 6 th November 2024, the Department of Finance and the Society of Finance Students (SoFiSt) organized a one-day field visit for 3000-level finance-specializing students to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Led by Senior Lecturer Mrs. M.S. Nanayakkara and the academic staff of the Department of Finance, the visit offered valuable insights into financial operations.More
The HR Disclosure-2023
To mark four years of dedication, collaboration, and achievement, the Department of Human Resource Management has released the second volume of its annual magazine, The magazine features the perspectives of well-known academics, industry experts, graduates, and undergraduates The HR Disclosure-2023
Guest Lecture on IHRM
The Department of Human Resource Management, in collaboration with the Consulate General of India at Hambantota, hosted a guest lecture for third-year HRM specialization students on 08th January 2024. The session, focusing on International Human Resource Management, took place in MFLT 2B from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Dr. Hemamali Ganewatta, the course coordinator for International HRM, warmly welcomed attendees and introduced the esteemed guest speaker, Mr. Harvinder Singh, Consul General of India at Hambantota. Read more
Dr. Hemamali Ganewatta, the course coordinator for International HRM, warmly welcomed attendees and introduced the esteemed guest speaker, Mr. Harvinder Singh, Consul General of India at Hambantota. Read more
Effective Literature Review Writing - Session 1
An online session on “How to write an effective literature review”, organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship was conducted via Zoom on 12 th October 2023 from 6.30 PM onwards. The session catered to the 4000 level undergraduates within the department, equipping them with essential skills to excel in their research endeavor. Mrs. M.G.M. Dilrukshi, Senior lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna as the resource person of the session. Her expertise and the engaging content made this session exceptionally captivating and intellectually stimulating , enhancing the students' readiness to excel in their research endeavors and academic growth.
BITES 101
The second edition of ‘’BITES 101 ‘’, a vibrant street food festival that tantalized taste buds and entertained crowds, was organized by the 2019/2020 batch of the Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. This event was successfully held on 17th January 2024 from 5:00 p.m. onwards at the faculty premises.
The event boasted a diverse array of delicious offerings, partnering with external vendors, and attendees embarked on a delectable journey, indulging in a variety of cuisines and flavors. Beyond the delectable spread, BITES 101 weaved a tapestry of captivating entertainment to elevate the experience, featuring guest artists Visula Madusara, Naduni Yameesha, Vidula Ravishara, Malindu Chathuranga, and Idunil Wijekoon (Man Saranna). This dynamic combination of culinary delights and enthralling entertainment created an unforgettable experience for all who attended.
Leadership Training Program
Leadership Training Program was designed to enhance students' leadership skills and foster personal development. The program utilized an experiential learning approach, emphasizing the importance of learning through engaging activities and enjoyable experiences. Session was organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship in collaboration of Career Guidance Unit held on 10th January 2024 from 6.30 am onwards in the university gymnasium. The session was targeted for the 2000 level undergraduates in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. The main focus with the leadership training program was to impart learning on organizational needs such as to improve self- confidence, personality development,
team building and effective communication.
Kokila Rawaya – 2023
Kokila Rawaya – 2023 was successfully held on 24 th of April 2023 from 10.00 am onwards near the university gymnasium. The Entrepreneurship study circle organized this event on which academics, non-academics, and undergraduates are participated to this event. The objective of organizing the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival by undergraduates is to celebrate and promote cultural diversity, unity, and inclusivity within the university community. The festival aims to provide an opportunity for students to showcase and share the rich traditions, customs, and heritage of the Sinhala and Tamil cultures.
Workshop on Social and Green Entrepreneurship
A workshop on Social and Green Entrepreneurship, organized by the Department of
Management and Entrepreneurship was held on 1st of December, 2022 at the MFLT 3A from 09.00 a.m. for 3000 level Entrepreneurship specialized students. The workshop provided participants with an understanding of theoretical and practical knowledge on solving social problems at a systemic level using innovative, sustainable, scalable, inclusive and measurable approaches. Mr. Sanath Vidanagamage, CEO at Institute of Growth Concept, was the resource person of the workshop. He was able to make the session more interactive and interesting.
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The 12 th International Conference on Management and Economics (ICME 2023), organised by the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna, under the theme of “Recession to Recovery: Role of Management and Economics”, was successfully conducted on the 16 th of August 2023 at the Faculty Premises. Associate Professor Dr Donella Caspersz from the University of Western Australia Business School and Dr P.K.G Harischandra – Director of Economic Research from Central Bank of Sri Lanka, graced the occasion as eminent keynote speakers of the conference.
The conference carried 10 technical sessions including Entrepreneurship, Economics, Agri-Business Management and Public Policy, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management and Tourism, HRM and OB, Accounting and Finance, Education and two Undergraduate Research Forums. It was further glamoured by the ‘Idea Cloud’ competition among inter-university students and a ‘Business Forum’ to elevate the cooperative sector of Sri Lanka.
The Faculty of Management and Finance takes pride in concluding the conference successfully and leaving a powerful message of its potential for collective knowledge sharing and collaboration.
The conference carried 10 technical sessions including Entrepreneurship, Economics, Agri-Business Management and Public Policy, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management and Tourism, HRM and OB, Accounting and Finance, Education and two Undergraduate Research Forums. It was further glamoured by the ‘Idea Cloud’ competition among inter-university students and a ‘Business Forum’ to elevate the cooperative sector of Sri Lanka.
The Faculty of Management and Finance takes pride in concluding the conference successfully and leaving a powerful message of its potential for collective knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Virtual HRIS Lab powered by MintHRM
The Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM, Infoseek (Pvt) Limited collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on Human Resource Information System (HRIS) “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and final year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The second session was held on 27.05.2023 at 06 pm via Zoom. The resource person of the session was Co-Founder MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 135 pre-registered HRM-specialized students actively participated in the session. The session covered key the role of Information Technology in Human Resource Management
The role of an Intern
The Department of Human Resource Management had the honor of organizing the ‘Make yourself to win the industry’ Internship Awareness Session series for the 4000 level undergraduates who will be starting their Internship phase soon. The first session was conduted by Prof. P. A. P. Samantha Kumara, The Dean, Faculty of Management & Finance, University of Ruhuna on 12 th September 2022 at MFLT 01. How to shape the undergraduates' personalities for the corporate sector was addressed during the
session.
Out Bound Training program- 2000 and 3000 levels
To develop undergraduates’ leadership skills and outgoing personalities Department of Human Resource Management organized a two-day Out Bound Training (OBT) program in collaboration with Career Cell, Faculty of Management and Finance. This training program was facilitated by the Career Guidance Unit, University of Ruhuna. The program was held on 8 th and 9 th November 2022 at university premises and 2000-level and 3000-level HRM specialized undergraduates participated. At the end of the 1 st day of the OBT program bonfire night was held and Prof. E.P.S. Chandana, Deputy Vice-chancellor of the University of Ruhuna graced thisoccasion as a chief guest.
Preparing CV aiming to apply Internship
For assist undergraduates to design their internship resume effectively, Department of
Management and Entrepreneurship organized a guest lecture on “Preparing CV aiming to apply Internship” for 4000 level undergraduates who are reading for BBA honors degree program. Session was held on 6 th September 2022 from 4.00 PM via Zoom. Session was conducted by Ms. Onandi Wijayarathne, Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.
BITES 101
‘Bites 101’, the street food festival organized by the students of the Department of Marketing, University of Ruhuna took place on 4 th January 2023 on the premises of the Faculty of Management and Finance. The event was a glamorous evening blended with music of high caliber, especially with the participation of Ms. Ashka Kulatunga, Mr. Charith Mihiranga, Mr. Ravindu Lakshan and Ms. Irushi Jayaratne as invited artists to the event. Living up to the accustomed values of the Department of Marketing in introducing new trends to the university community, ‘Bites 101’ makes its mark in the books of history as the first-ever commercial-scale street food festival organized within the university premises.
The certificate distribution ceremony of “Imagines-2022”
The certificate distribution ceremony of “Imagines-2022” the first ever inter faculty mobile photography competition organized by the Department of Marketing was held on 1 st of November 2022 in Board Room, Faculty of Management and Finance.
Primarily, the competition was carried out in three categories namely, Nature, Color of Life, and University of Ruhuna. The judge panel of “Imagines 2022” was consisted with Dr. A.C. Karunarathna, Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing, Mr. Sanju Rangodage, Professional Photographer, and Mr. Pumuditha Jayasinghe, Professional Photographer. Mr. T.T. Isuru Lakmal Fernando and Mr.W.G.I.S. Senarathne of the Faculty of Management and Finance won first places in the Nature Category, followed by Ms. Hashini Tharuka of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences A.Y.N.H. Tharushika and K.D. Dileesha Nayomi of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences secured first and second places, respectively, in theColor of Life category. Mr. T.T. Isuru Lakmal Fernando of the Faculty of Management and Finance won the first place in the category of University of Ruhuna.
KITEOPIA – Kite Festival and Competition
KITEOPIA – Kite festival and competition was successfully held on 26th of July 2023 from 3.00 PM onwards in the faculty premises. The Entrepreneurship study circle organized this event on which several undergraduates are participated to this event. The objective of organizing this Kite festival was to foster a vibrant and engaging platform for students to showcase their creativity, teamwork, and networking prowess. KITEOPIA succeeded in not only providing an enjoyable experience but also in aligning with the broader goals of nurturing creativity, innovation, and the entrepreneurial mindset among the participants.
On & Above HRIS Session 04: Role of IT in HR
Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The fourth session was held on the 15th of September 2021 from 07.30 pm to 09.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the CEO/ Founder of MintHRM, Mr. Namal Gunawardena. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 140 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
Dr. Rathnayaka's Felicitation Ceremony
Retired Senior Lecturer Dr. R. M. Ratnayaka's felicitation ceremony was held on 24th January 2022 from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm at MFLT 02 lecture theater, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, The Dean, Heads of the Departments and Lecturers of the Faculty of Management and Finance graced the occasion. Dr. R.M. Ratnayaka felicitation volume launched in this ceremony. Farewell ceremony was
organized by the Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and finance, University of Ruhuna. On behalf of the entire university community, we would like to thank Dr. R.M. Ratnayaka for his service to the university over three decades.
Renewing Identity- Personality Development Workshop
Department of Human Resource Management organized a personality development workshop under the theme of “Renewing Identity”. It was held on 02 nd February 2022 at MFLT 02 from 01.00 pm onwards. Second year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates were participated to shape up their personalities and enhance their passion to performing better in the industrial world. The resource person of the session was the well experienced Corporate Trainer Mr. Athula Kithsiri. Head of
the Department and Lecturers of the Department of HRM and students have participated in the session.
Expert Esperienza
The Entrepreneurship Study Circle is in the process of conducting a series of webinars via Zoom by inviting different experts from diverse industries. The 1st session of this series was conducted successfully on 03rd November 2021 at 4.00 pm, with the participation of a young couple; Mr. Kasun and Mrs. Chamari Deegoda Gamage as chief guests who are able to create a difference in social media utilization in an attractive manner with a YouTube channel called "Travel with Wife". This program especially focused on 2000 level semester 2 and 3000 level semester 2 students specialized in Entrepreneurship. The ultimate objective of this program is to guide them to be successful entrepreneurs who can make a positive change in the society.
Data Analysis for Research using SmartPLS workshop series
The Department of Human Resource management organized a workshop series on Data Analysis for Research using Smart PLS. The 1st phase of the workshop was held on 20th of July 2021, from 8.00 am to 11.00 am via zoom. The session was conducted by Dr.T.S.L.W.Gunawardana, Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. Senior and Junior academic staff and students of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in the session. The 2nd and 3rd phase of the workshop series will be held on 27th of July and 3rd of August 2021 in the same time slot. The Department of Human resource Management invites all interested parties to join the workshop series.
Sage Business Cloud Accounting Training Program
The Department of Finance organized a training program in collaboration with PW Holdings on Sage Business Cloud Accounting. Mr. Channa Wanigaisnghe, Systems Consultant at PW Holdings conducted the training program as the resource person. Two groups of students participated in the training which was scheduled into 10 sessions for each group. The certificate awarding ceremony was held on 22 nd December 2021 to award certificates to 81 students who have completed the training program. Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and delivered a speech highlighting the necessity of such training programs to enhance the employability of the graduates. Mr. Channa Wanigasinghe, the Systems Consultant at PW Holdings also highlighted the importance of such training during his speech. Ms. Gayashi Lakshika (a final-year student)
delivered a speech representing the students. Prof. Samantha Kumara, the Dean of the Faculty, delivered the welcome speech while Dr. Manjula Wanniarachcighe delivered the vote of thanks. Academic staff members namely, Mrs. MS Nanayakkara, Mrs. GAN Darshi, Mrs. D Saamrawickrama, Ms. Dinukee de Silva, Ms. Madavi Ariyasena, and Ms. Sadeesha Wijeweeraalso attended the event.
A Workshop on Student-Centered Learning
The Faculty of Management and Finance conducted a workshop on “student-centered learning in higher education” to the academic staff of the faculty on 23 rd of March 2021 from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. at the faculty board room. The workshop was hosted by Mr.E. K. Jayampathi, Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The session mainly focused on effective student-centeredlearning practices and how to bring them into practice for better engagement and performance of the students.
Ethics and Banking Industry
The Circle of Marketing organized a webinar on "Ethics and the Banking Industry" on 26 th July, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Mr. Nuwan Pathirana, Manager, CSR and Corporate Sustainability of Sampath Bank PLC, led the workshop. In this forum for the dissemination of knowledge, he emphasized the importance of marketing ethics to organizations and how marketing students might enter the industry as ethical marketers.
"HR now and Beyond" a webinar
"HR now and Beyond" a webinar organized on 22nd May 2021, aiming to enhance awareness among HRM undergraduates about opportunities available for HRM graduates in the corporate world. Session was conducted by Ms.Keshavi Puswewala, HR business partner, Corporate functions and R &D and employer brand lead in Unilever Sri Lanka. More than 200 undergraduates from University of Ruhuna participated in this and the session was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit of the University of Ruhuna and Sparkers University Ambassadors of Unilever Sri Lanka.
A Workshop on Proposed BBA in Supply Chain Management
A workshop on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management Degree program was held on 14 th of August 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 02.00 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Chinese Center, University of Ruhuna, with the participation of nearly 20 academics from the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The workshop was targeted at creating a platform for academics to present their ideas and perspectives, so that ensuring the developmentof a sound degree program.
A Workshop on Proposed BBA in International Business
The second workshop on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in
International Business Degree program was held on 08 th of October 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon at the Conference Hall, Chinese Center, University of Ruhuna,with the participation of nearly 20 academics from the Faculty of Management and Finance. The workshop was targeted at allowing participants to bring their inputs into the development of the proposed degree program, and mapping the intended learning outcomes of the each course unit with the program learning outcomes.
A Speech-Crafting Initiative
University of Ruhuna is in a collective effort to provide undergraduates with a platform to become an effective speaker, with expert inputs. As such, a speech-crafting initiative targeted at students at UoR, namely, "Speak Better; Meet the Experts; Forge Ahead" is being implemented as a series of workshops. The very first online session of this initiative was conducted on 4th of May, 2020 from 2.00 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. (via Zoom), with the participation of 300 participants, including Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, Vice Chancellor of University of Ruhuna. Professor Kanthi Yapa, Patron/ Gavel Club at UoR, Faculty of Science, Ms. Manori Jayasinghe, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, UoR and Mr. Ganushka Randula, Faculty of Technology, UoR acted as the resource persons of the session.
Speech-Crafting Initiative 3.0
The third session of speech-crafting initiative, namely “Speak Better; Meet the Experts; Forge Ahead–3.0”, organized by the UoR to help undergraduates become an effective speaker was conducted via Zoom on 19 th of June 2020 from 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m., with the participation of more than 250 participants. The theme of the session was “Be Credible to be Incredible”, which really captivated the audience in a more convincing manner. Mr. Thanuka de Silva and Ms.Chakrangi Dahanayake served as the resource persons of the session.
A Virtual Session on Importance of Theater/Dramatic Arts
Theater/Dramatic arts are of greater importance for igniting the curiosity of individuals and love of learning in other subject areas. Hence, to educate people on the importance of dramatic arts, the cultural center at University of Ruhuna together with Faculty of Management and Finance conducted a virtual guest lecture via Zoom on 21 st of January 2021 from 8.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m., with the participation of 110 participants. Dr. Jayalal Rohana, Lecturer – drama & theater arts served as the
resource person, and the cornerstone of the session had been its emphasis on demonstrating the multiple benefits of learning dramatic arts, and how it is positioned in the streams of various subject
areas.
Avoid Desk Rejection
The second virtual research methodology-related workshop as per the Staff Development Action Plan of the Faculty of Management and Finance was conducted via Zoom on 27 th of April 2021 from 04.00 pm to 06.00 pm, with the participation of nearly 45 academic staff members at the University of Ruhuna. The session was centered upon the theme of “how to avoid desk rejection: an Emerald editor's perspective” and, was hosted by Associate Professor (Dr.) Saeed
Pahlevansharif, Editor-in-Chief/Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration, Head of Research/Faculty of Business & Law, Taylor’s University, Malaysia. The session was coordinated by Dr. G.T. Wasantha Sriyani, the SDC coordinator of the Faculty of Management and Finance, and was helpful for participants to understand how to create a solid first impression for a journal’s Editor-in-Chief.
Pahlevansharif, Editor-in-Chief/Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration, Head of Research/Faculty of Business & Law, Taylor’s University, Malaysia. The session was coordinated by Dr. G.T. Wasantha Sriyani, the SDC coordinator of the Faculty of Management and Finance, and was helpful for participants to understand how to create a solid first impression for a journal’s Editor-in-Chief.
Construction Process of the New Building Complex
The new building complex at the Faculty of Management and Finance is well underway. Apart from the administrative block designed to accommodate dean office and the working space for faculty administration, the new building complex will consist of a computer unit as well. The computer unit with the capacity of serving 200 students will provide students with a novel experience, enabling them to utilize online study materials and gain access to cutting-edge technology in a more convenient manner.
Welcoming New Students to Entrepreneurship
The welcome for the newly selected students in Entrepreneurship specialization area was successfully held on 29th May 2019 at the MFLT 05. Head of the Department, Dr. MBF Mafasiya welcomed the new students with her speech on vitality of entrepreneurship as a field of study in today's business environment.The event was organized by students at the Department along with the support of the academic members.
Faculty Day 2019
The Faculty of Management and Finance organizes the "Faculty Day 2019"; an annual event on which academics, non-academics, and undergraduates are engaged in various events. The " Faculty Day 2019" will kick off at 8.00 a.m. on 30th of January 2019 at university playground. The event will encourage the active involvement of the participants throught providing a platform to break the wheel of monotony for a while. As such, the event will assist undergraduates somewhat to strike a balance between classwork and extra-curricular activities.More>>
Resonance of Marketing 2019
The Circle of Marketing organized “ Resonance of Marketing 2019 ”, which was basically a ceremonial function for welcoming newbies to the Department of Marketing. As such, the official welcoming of new comers to the Department of Marketing was held on 24th of May 2019 at the MFLT 06 with the participation of academic staff and the marketing major undergraduates. The welcoming ceremony, featuring speeches form the Head of the Department and the office bearers of the Circle of Marketing had been continuing for duration of one hour.
Miyuru Kalpana
The Circe of Accounting and Finance organized "Miyuru Kalpana", in which a speaker presents a brief inquiry into each song after/during the staged performance. This was held on 19th of February 2020 at the faculty premises and Mr. Deepal Guruge, the speaker was relentlessly evoking fans through bringing his inquiries into each performance item. The event was graced by the presence of Deputy Vice Chancellor at the University of Ruhuna, Professor Saman Chandana and Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr. T.S.L.W. Gunawardhana. Moreover, the undergraduates, academic and non-academic staff of the faculty actively participated in this occasion.
Mint HRM Session 02: Role of IT in HR
Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The second session was held on 01st of September 2021 from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 135 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
ICME 2020
The 9 th International Conference on Management and Economics (ICME) 2020, organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance under the theme of “the role of business intelligence in shaping organizations in emerging economies” was held on 11 th of September, 2020 at the Weligama Bay Marriott Resort and Spa. Professor Ajantha Dharmasiri, Director and the Chairman, Board of Management of Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka and Dr. Sugumar Mariappanadar, Senior Lecturer, Peter Faber Business School, Australian Catholic University, Melbourne, Australia delivered insightfuln keynote speeches at the conference. Overall, the ICME 2020 provided academics, researchers, and practitioners with a premier platform to debate and share their knowledge on business institutes and its impact on the economy and contemporary management practices.
The Role of Marketing Communication in Managing Brands
The Circle of Marketing, University of Ruhuna, in collaboration with SLIM Business School Matara, recently had the honor of hosting an enlightening session on the 10th of January at the faculty lecture hall on "The Role of Marketing Communication in Managing Brands." The session was conducted by Dr. Tharaka Dias, the esteemed Managing Director of Ambrum Marketing, a renowned marketing consultant, corporate trainer, and Senior Lecturer at SLIM Business School.
Dr. Dias brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, captivating the audience with his insights into the dynamic world of marketing communication and brand management.Read more
Digital Edge 2.0: 2 nd Guest Lecture
The 2 nd guest lecture of ‘Digital Edge 2.0: Digitalize with Experts’ was conducted on 27th October 2021 from 4.00 – 5.30 pm via Zoom, with the participation of nearly 100 marketing undergraduates at the faculty. The session focused on practical applications to achieve and decipher results on Facebook and Instagram for clients. Ms. Nalinka Ratnavibushana, the Managing Director of Mentation Media (Pvt) Ltd, a reputed figure with an enormous experience in the field served as the guest speaker of the session. She provided some interesting insights into Facebook/Instagram campaign planning and effective content designing, assisting students to learn something of importance.
Be a Job Creator, Not a Seeker
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship always attempts to change the mindset of our undergraduates through changing their traditional and common job seeking behavior into job creating behavior. In future, we believe that our undergraduates should be able to provide many other employment opportunities for the unemployed people in the society at large, rather than seeking to work for someone else. To motivate them on behalf of this matter, we warmly invited Mr.Mohan Palliyagru, a renowned corporate trainer and a motivational speaker to conduct a session to our undergraduates. Amidst the pandemic, we were able to hold this program successfully via Zoom, with the participation of more than 300 students on 8 th October 2021 at 9.00 a.m.A Day Exposure Visit to Sri Lanka Standards Institutions
Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a day exposure visit to Sri Lanka Standards Institutions on 31st of August, 2018 as to provide students with an awareness of quality management systems and standards. 34 HRM specialized undergraduates at the 3000 level participated the program. Basically, the program provided awareness on Good Manufacturing Practices, ISO 18001 HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management), ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 45001:2018 OHSAS (Occupational Health and Safety Management System, and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.The New Student Intake 2020
The inauguration ceremony of new student intake for 2020 was held on 02nd of January , 2020 at the Rabindranath Tagore Auditorium at University of Ruhuna. After welcoming the new comers officially to the faculty , they are to be participating for an orientation program, which begins on the same day and continuing till 17th of January, 2020. This will help new students to become familiar with the faculty, before starting their classwork. After participating for the orientation program, the academic work for the new students is scheduled to be commenced from 20th of January 2020 onwards.
My dissertation Journey - Phase 2
Circle of Human Resource Development successfully conducted the "My Dissertation Journey" experience sharing session on 18th of June 2021 from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm online. The session was conducted by Mr.Isuru Chandradasa, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management. He shared his experience on how time and other precious resources should be effectively utilized to successfully complete the final year dissertation. The session drew more than 200 undergraduates from the Faculty of Management and Finance.
‘Chinthana Pranama’
‘Chinthana Pranama’ is an intra-university creative arts competition organized by the cultural center of the University of Ruhuna in commemoration of the invaluable services rendered by the great architecture Mr. Geoffrey Bawa and distinguish politician Ronnie De Mel in establishing the center of excellence in the Southern Province – University of Ruhuna. Undergraduates, non- academic staff members and academia at University of Ruhuna are invited to submit their creative work on or before 30 th August 2020 through the appointed faculty coordinators of the
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The Imminent Marketer
“The Imminent Marketer” is an Inter-University Marketing Challenge which is a biggest event organized by the Marketing Management Association of Department of Marketing Management of University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The “TEAM HAWKEYES” from Department of Marketing in the Faculty of Management and Finance represented the University of Ruhuna and it is with tremendous pleasure that we congratulate "TEAM HAWKEYES" for clenching the title champions of the IMMINENT MARKETER 2021.
Drama Competition
Inter-Faculty Short Drama Competition organized by the Cultural Center at the University of Ruhuna to mark the 150 th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was held on 5 th of March 2020 at the Rabindranath Tagore Memorial Auditorium. The competition kicked off at 2.00 p.m. and continued till 7.00 p.m. with the participation of contestants from each faculty, thus providing undergraduates with an ideal platform to showcase their talent in the field of acting. A group of students representing the Faculty of Management and Finance also took part in the competition; however, they were not nominated as the winners, but they were still able to present a captivating performance item.
The role of an intern- From an industry perspective
The Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture on the role of an intern- From an industry perspective as the 5 th session of make yourself win the industry internship awareness session series organized by the department for 4000 level 1 st semester students. The session was held on 14 th September 2022 at 4.00 pm via Zoom. The session was conducted by Mrs Ishani Rajapakshe, Deputy General Manager, Strategic Operations and Project Lead, MAS Intimates (Pvt)Ltd
Value of Professional Integrity
‘Value of Professional Integrity’ is an experience sharing session organized by the Department of Human Resource Management, held on 30th May 2022 from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm via zoom. The session was opened for the undergraduates in the Department of Human Resources Management. Mr. Daya Karunitha Wimalasuriya who is the Senior Project and Portfolio Manager of City of Surrey, BC Canada acted as the resource person. In the session resource person emphasized on how important it is to maintain a professional and personal integrity while reviewing the key points that are essential as a fresher to enter in to the job market. It was a fruitful and stimulating session with descriptive illustrations.
Data Analysis in Qualitative research
To uplift students’ knowledge and skills in Qualitative research, Department of Human Resource Management organized a virtual session on “Data Analysis in Qualitative research” under the HRM 41403- Data Analysis for Research subject. The session was held on 11 th July 2022 from 7.30 am to 9.30 am via Zoom. Dr J.W. Dushan Chaminda, Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing Management, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura shared his knowledge & expertise in this session. Academic staff members of the faculty and 4000-level undergraduates participated to the session.
Ethics, the Case of Finance Industry
The Circle of Marketing organized a webinar on “Ethics, the Case of Finance Industry” on 29th July, 2022, from 2.00pm to 3.00pm via Zoom platform. Mr. Jithendra Gunatilake, Head of Compliance, LOLC Finance PLC led the workshop. He emphasized the importance of ethics in the Finance Industry with the real-world scenarios and disseminated the knowledge in an advanced manner in this knowledge sharing forum with a great success.
Suwa Sahana
A group of first year students from the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna organized the "Suwa Sahana" initiative on 19th January 2024. The children undergoing medical treatment in the children's ward of Matara General Hospital were provided with gift boxes, food, and essential medical supplies by the students.
Milad-Un-Nabi Virtual Celebration
Milad-Un-Nabi - The bridge of reconciliation virtual celebration was held on 19 th October 2021 from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm via zoom. Dr (Mrs.) M.B.F. Mafasiya, Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, and Mr. M.N.M. Nismi, Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing participated as Chief Guests of the event. The event consisted of several cultural and entertaining items presented by the undergraduates. The Head, Department of Human Resource Management, lecturers, and students of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated to this session organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development.
ImagineIF
Are you thinking of starting your own business? Then here's your chance. ICTA in collaboration with IT industry has planned a 3 days boot camp on entrepreneurship for university students. The programme targets the students those who want to convert their big idea into a successful business. The program starts on 28th July 2018.
Speech-Crafting Initiative 2.0
The second session of speech-crafting initiative, namely ‘Speak Better;Meet the Experts; Forge Ahead–2.0’, organized by the UoR with the objective of providing undergraduates with a platform to become an effective public speaker was conducted via Zoom on 15 th of May 2020 from 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Due to the very first session was oversubscribed, the organizing committee decided to run the second session as two parallel sittings, ensuring many participants get the opportunity to take part in the initiative.The session was an absolute success, with the participation of more than 400 participants.
An Employability Session
The Faculty of Management and Finance together with Career Guidance Unit at university conducted an employability session centered upon leadership and internship program on 12th June 2019 at MFLT 01. The event was aimed at providing undergraduates with a preparation session for the future job market. The session started at 01.30 p.m. and continued till 05.00 p.m. with an active participation of the undergraduates.
Leadership Training Program
‘Leadership Training - 2022’ was an activity based behavioral training intervention for students leadership and personality development based on experiential learning methodology of learning through fun and experience. Session was organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship in collaboration of Career Guidance Unit held on 04th November 2022 from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm in the university premises. The session was targeted for the 2000 level and 3000 level undergraduates in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. The main focus with the leadership training program was to impart learning on organizational needs such as to improve self- confidence, Personality development, Team Building and Effective Communication.
English for Dissertation Writing
To enhance 4000-level undergraduates’ knowledge and understanding of English language usage in their final year dissertation, The Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture series on “English for Dissertation Writing”. This session series consisted of 6 sessions and the final session was held on 18th October 2022 from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm via Zoom. Ms Chamali Gamage, Ms Piyumi Hewapaththuwa and Ms Dilini Jayarathna, Assistant Lecturers in English, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna joined as guest speakers at the session.
Health and Safety Management Practices in an Organizational Context- Guest Lecture
In line with the HRM 22413- Safety and Health Management subject, The Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture on " Health and safety management practices in an organizational context. The session was organized with the purpose of providing the knowledge and understanding of 2000-level human resource management specialized undergraduates regarding how health and safety management practice in a real organizational setting. Mrs Thilini H.K. Liyanage, District Factory Inspecting Engineer, Department of Labour participated as a guest speaker in the session. The session was successfully held on 23rd January 2023 from 9. 00 am to 11 00 am at MFLT 2B.
Idea Cloud 2020
Idea Cloud is an intra-university business start-up idea competition organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. 2020 is the second consecutive year in which Idea Cloud will be rolled out. Undergraduates of the University of Ruhuna are invited to send their self-prepared proposals via e-mail together with your name, registration number and contact details to ideacloud@mgt.ruh.ac.lk on or before 15th August 2020. Selected Finalists will be provided with the opportunity to present their ideas before a renowned panel of entrepreneurs and academia.
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The Dissertation Journey- phase 3
‘The Dissertation Journey- phase 3’ organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development held on 1 st June 2022 from 1.00 pm to 2.30 pm via Zoom. The Session was conducted by Ms. Sandali Silva, Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. During the program, she shared her experience on how time and other precious
resource should be effectively utilized to successfully complete the final year dissertation with final year undergraduates of the Faculty of Management, University of Ruhuna.
The Orator 2018 at University of Ruhuna
The Orator 2018 at University of Ruhuna is going to be conducted in three rounds; Faculty Level, Semi Final, and Grand Finale in May 2018, June 2018, and October 2018 respectively. The competition is conducted in all three languages; Sinhala, English, and Tamil and the Grand Finale will take place in Faculty of Medicine, Galle. For more information, feel free to contact the faculty coordinator, Mrs. Vidyanee Vithanage.
Student intake for the 2018
The new student intake for the 2018 at the Faculty of Management and Finance is to be on 08th of November, 2018. Further, the inauguration ceremony to welcome the students officially to the faculty is scheduled to be held on 13th of November, 2018. After enrolling, the registered newcomers are required to attend for the orientation programme which will commence on 14th of November and continuing till the 23rd of November, 2018. Academic work for the new students is scheduled to be commenced on 26th of November 2018.Inauguration Ceremony of New Departments
The Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna marked another significantm milestone in its journey with the official establishment of two new departments, the Department of Business Management and the Department of Finance. The inauguration ceremony was held on the 06 th of October 2022. This prestigious ceremony was graced by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, Professor Saman Chandana, by the cordial invitation of the heads of the two new departments of the Faculty of Management and Finance, headed by the Dean, Professor P.A.P. Samantha Kumara. The Registrar, the Acting Librarian, the Heads of other departments of the Faculty of Management and Finance, academics, and other administrative staff were present at the ceremony. The Head of the Department of Business Management, Dr. T.R. Wijesundara, the Head of the Department of Finance, Dr. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, and the Organizing Committee extend their warm gratitude to all parties who supported to conclude the inauguration ceremony successfully.
Welcome 2024 - Dept. of Business Management
Freshers Unite’, the junior welcome program, was organized by the Business Management Department of the Faculty of Management and Finance in collaboration with the Circle of Business Management to welcome the department's newest undergraduates. It was held on November 6th from 1.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. at MFLT 01.
This event was enriched with numerous mesmerizing items, and interactive games, and the students had the privilege of having the presence of the esteemed lecturers of the business management department. more
Virtual session - Internship evaluation procedure
Under the “make your-self to win the industry” internship supportive session series, 4th session “Internship evaluation procedure” held on 10th September 2021 from 4.00 pm to 5. 30 pm via Zoom. Session conducted by Dr (Mrs) Jayarani Ramawickrama, Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The head, lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management, and 4000 level undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna participated in the session. The session was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management and the Circle of Human Resource Development.
The Success Story: Derana Dream Star
The first session of the Event Marketing guest lecture series organized by the Circle of
Marketing held on 11 th July 2022 from 9.30 a.m. onwards via Zoom platform. The session was conducted by Mr. Kelum Darshana who is the Senior Executive Producer of the Derana Dream Star reality show on the topic of “The success story of the unparalleled reality show in the Sri Lankan youth hearts”. He shared his knowledge about the planning and execution of events, which will be useful for marketing undergraduates who are entering the job market.
Sarasabhiwandana
By aiming to give a psychologically refreshing experience to undergraduates as they move away from online education into a new beginning and for identifying students’ talents and bringing them to move forward, Circle of Human Resource Development organized the “Sarasabhiwandana” Poson devotional songs program. To mark Poson Poya 2022, “Sarasabhiwandana” was held on 21 st June 2022 from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm at the Faculty of Management Finance lecture theatre 4. In this program, by representing every batch of the Faculty of Management and Finance student groups performed and shared cultural and spiritual experiences with all by remembering the merits of the Lord of Buddha religiously.
A Workshop on Business Plan Development
A three-day workshop on "Business Plan Development" for the subject of Venture Creation, organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship is going to be held on 17th,18th and 19th August 2018 at MFLT 03 at the faculty. The target group for the workshop is 3000 level undergraduates in Entrepreneurship Specialization area. Professionals representing the Vocational Training Centre, Kaluthara are to be acted as the resourse persons of the workshop. The workshop will support to enhance the business plan development skills of the undergraduates to pursue their success in the field of entrepreneurship.On & Above HRIS : Payroll Management as an HR System
‘Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The sixth session was held on the 06th of October 2021 from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
The "TRIGON" Competition
The "TRIGON" competition, orchestrated by the Circle of Marketing for the term 2022-2023 in partnership with Slim Marketing School Matara, aims to enrich branding knowledge among the University of Ruhuna undergraduates. The event unfolds in two key phases. Phase one was about creating an imaginary brand with its own creative idea for a real-time problem or business opportunity integrated with technology. The second phase was conducted along with the awarding ceremony in the Grand Rockland Hotel, Matara. shortlisted 5 teams as finalists and had the opportunity to present their final presentation and team TREVO won the championship of the competition according to the novelty, creativity of the idea, and performance. This is the beginning of a new chapter that adds color to Ruhuna marketing legacy!
Ridma Yathra
The “Ridma Yathra” is an entertainment event organized by undergraduate of the Department of Business Management, University of Ruhuna with collaboration of CGU and Thirtha was held on 09th July 2025. It focuses on increasing the student and lecture’s artistic ability, group dances, and interactive sessions, fostering creativity, cultural expression, and student engagement. This event was targeted all communitis in the university including undergraduate, academic and non - academic staff who are interested in cultural art.
The Orator 2018 at University of Ruhuna
The Orator 2018 at University of Ruhuna is going to be conducted in three rounds; Faculty Level, Semi Final, and Grand Finale in May 2018, June 2018, and October 2018 respectively. The competition is conducted in all three languages; Sinhala, English, and Tamil and the Grand Finale will take place in Faculty of Medicine, Galle. For more information, feel free to contact the faculty coordinator, Mrs. Vidyanee Vithanage.
HR & Technology: 8th Session
The Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The eighth session was held on 03 rd November 2021 from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm via Zoom. The resource person of the session was the Chief Executive Officer/ Founder of MintHRM, Mr. Namal Gunawardena, in which the Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered HRM-specialized students participated in it.
The New Student Intake 2020
The inauguration ceremony of new student intake for 2020 was held on 02nd of January , 2020 at the Rabindranath Tagore Auditorium at University of Ruhuna. After welcoming the new comers officially to the faculty , they are to be participating for an orientation program, which begins on the same day and continuing till 17th of January, 2020. This will help new students to become familiar with the faculty, before starting their classwork. After participating for the orientation program, the academic work for the new students is scheduled to be commenced from 20th of January 2020 onwards.
Grades Obtained for the Programme Review 2018
The programme review for the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) offered by the Faculty of Management and Finance was conducted by a review team consisting of academics from the state university system in Sri Lanka. The review process for the cluster of three degree programmes; Honours in Entrepreneurship, Honours in Human Resource Management, and Honours in Marketing was conducted from 27th of August 2018 to 30th of August 2018. The cluster obtained grade “A”, which is considered to be the top grade in the rankings system. Further, the BBA Honours in Accounting was reviewed separately from 13th of August 2018 to 16th of August 2018 and obtained grade “B”.
Three Days Field Visit on Tourism Development
The final year marketing undergraduates had the opportunity to experience a three days field visit on Tourism Development, organized by the Circle of Marketing in coordination with Ruhunu Tourist Bureau on 1st, 2nd and 03rd of August 2018. Through participating the field visit to Hambantota District, students had a chance to see tourism, hospitality and leisure ‘in action’, and developing a proposal for practitioners on how to better reap the potential in the field drawing upon insights from the concepts learnt in the classroom.
Grades Obtained for the Programme Review 2018
The programme review for the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) offered by the Faculty of Management and Finance was conducted by a review team consisting of academics from the state university system in Sri Lanka. The review process for the cluster of three degree programmes; Honours in Entrepreneurship, Honours in Human Resource Management, and Honours in Marketing was conducted from 27th of August 2018 to 30th of August 2018. The cluster obtained grade “A”, which is considered to be the top grade in the rankings system. Further, the BBA Honours in Accounting was reviewed separately from 13th of August 2018 to 16th of August 2018 and obtained grade “B”.
Three Days Field Visit on Tourism Development
The final year marketing undergraduates had the opportunity to experience a three days field visit on Tourism Development, organized by the Circle of Marketing in coordination with Ruhunu Tourist Bureau on 1st, 2nd and 03rd of August 2018. Through participating the field visit to Hambantota District, students had a chance to see tourism, hospitality and leisure ‘in action’, and developing a proposal for practitioners on how to better reap the potential in the field drawing upon insights from the concepts learnt in the classroom.
Field Visit – Department of BM
The Department of Business Management recently completed an enriching and highly successful field visit, offering students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to real-world business operations. Organized by the Circle of Business Management under the guidance of department lecturers, the visit took place on 30th December 2024 and included tours of three prominent organizations, providing students with invaluable insights into diverse industrial processes.
The visit commenced at the Koggala BOI Zone, where students explored the operations of two leading companies: Star Garments Pvt Ltd. and Ocean Voyager Pvt Ltd. more
The visit commenced at the Koggala BOI Zone, where students explored the operations of two leading companies: Star Garments Pvt Ltd. and Ocean Voyager Pvt Ltd. more
Workshop on Colombo Stock Exchange
The Department of Finance successfully organized a workshop on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) at the Faculty of Management and Finance premises on 29th November 2023 from 1:00 PM to 4.00 PM. Mr. Nirodha Abygunawradena, Manager of the CSE Matara Branch, and Mr. Bimal Rathnayake, Senior Executive Officer at the CSE Matara Branch conducted the workshop as guest speakers. The workshop was inaugurated with an introduction by Mr. K.R. K. Harshana, an Assistant Lecturer of the Department of Finance. Mrs. M.S. Nanayakkara, the Head of the Department of Finance, coordinated and organized the workshop. Students from the Department of Finance actively participated in the workshop. The workshop was successful in providing attendees with extensive knowledge and practical experiences of the Colombo Stock Exchange.
Lead and Inspire
"Lead and Inspire", an internship experience sharing session was organized by the Circle of Marketing, to all the final year undergraduates on 8 th of June 2022 from 6.30 p.m onwards via zoom platform. Mr.Daishika Dias, Miss.Lakeesha Gamage, Mr.Yasas Kanaheraarachchi and Miss Minuri Samarathunge served as the resource persons of the session. They shared their experience on how to be an effective intern by balancing both academic and career life.
Assumption of Duties by the New Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance
The University of Ruhuna recently witnessed the Assumption of Duties by Dr. Manjula K.Wanniarachchige as the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance. The event commenced with the welcome speech by Dr. Tharaka Wijesundara, who highlighted the importance of the event and expressed his gratitude towards the participants. Then, delivering his acceptance speech, Dr. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, first, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance and pledged to work tirelessly to uphold the academic standards of the faculty. Then, Professor E.P.S. Chandana - the Deputy Vice-Chancellor addressed the audience and, in his speech, Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated the new dean and expressed his confidence in his leadership abilities. The event concluded with the vote of thanks by Mrs. M.S. Nananyakkara.
On & Above HRIS : Payroll Management as an HR System
‘Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The sixth session was held on the 06th of October 2021 from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
“Your Accounting Career Compass: Navigating Public and Private Sector Roles” — An Insightful Session for Aspiring Accountants
On 2nd July 2025, the Department of Accountancy hosted an engaging virtual session titled “Your Accounting Career Compass: Navigating Public and Private Sector Roles”, aimed at guiding accounting students in making informed career choices under the guidance of Ms. Madhavi Ariyasena, Lecturer in the Department of Accountancy. The event, conducted via Zoom at 6:00 PM, attracted a diverse group of students eager to explore the opportunities and challenges within both public and private sector accounting careers more
Official launch of Business Magazine – Issue II
The Department of Business Management pleased to announce the official launch of the second issue of Business Magazine, titled "Digital Business Management" on 01st of August 2025. This edition features, insightful articles and discussions on current trends and innovations in the field of business management.
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SPARK '25 Ignites Leadership Program
The Department of Business Management proudly hosted SPARK '25, a full-day leadership development event held on July 15, 2025, at the university gymnasium with the support of CUG and external sponsors. Aimed at enhancing leadership, teamwork, communication, and self-confidence, the event featured interactive games, group discussions, and trust-building activities. It was attened 30 undergraduates and all of them were voluntieers and at the evening session the organizing team members also joined the program. The participants gained real-world leadership experience through fun, hands-on learning..
Green Givers
A group of first-year students from the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna organized a project called "Green Givers," under the guidance of the Department of Marketing. It was a beach cleaning initiative that was held on 21st of January 2024 at Matara beach. The main objectives of this project were to contribute to the preservation of the environment and encourage community involvement
Academic Horizons; Workshop on Assignment Formatting
A workshop on Assignment Formatting was successfully held at MFLT 01 on 27th November 2024, which was organized by the Department of Accountancy. The workshop aimed to address the issues identified in assignment formatting and enhance students’ ability towards proper assignment formatting for gain marks with clear writing and formatting. The session was conducted by the lecturers from the Department of Accountancy, Ms. Madhavi Ariyasena, Ms. Dinuki De Silva and Mrs Ilakshi Weerakkody. The workshop provided clear guidance and practical experience in formatting assignments necessary for coursework.
Workshop on Colombo Stock Exchange
The Department of Human Resource Management, jointly with the HRD Circle, organized an event to warmly welcome a new group of students—specifically, second-year undergraduates—entering the HRM specialization. Taking place on 08th November 2023, at MFLT 06, the event featured a dynamic program with dance performances and entertaining acts organized by 3000-level students to extend a warm welcome to their 2000-level counterparts. Dr. Hemamali, the Head of the Department of Human Resource Management, delivered the main speech, providing an overview of the department, detailing its mission, and outlining future plans. Read mor
Dhamma sermon in remembrance of Mr. Roy Fernando
The Department of Human Resource Management (HRM) together with the Circle of Human Resource Development (HRD) organized a Dhamma sermon on 21 st November 2023 marking the one-year anniversary of the unexpected passing of our lecturer, Mr. A.P. Roy Fernando. The ceremony, held on the faculty premises, served as a sincere tribute to honor the memory of the late lecturer and express gratitude for his remarkable 25 years of dedicated service to the University of Ruhuna. Read more
Study Tour – 2024
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a study tour to Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel on 4th December 2024. The tour, conducted under the subjects Tourism Entrepreneurship, Social and Green Entrepreneurship, and Venture Strategies, aimed to provide 3000-level undergraduates majoring in Entrepreneurship with practical exposure to tourism, social, and green business opportunities in Sri Lanka. Students explored eco-tourism models, sustainable practices, and innovative business strategies through interactive sessions with hotel management and field activities. This hands-on experience bridged classroom learning with real- world applications, fostering critical thinking and inspiring sustainable entrepreneurial practices.
Department Welcome - ARAMBHA
The Entrepreneurship study circle organized “Department Welcome 2023- ARAMBHA”, for welcoming new students to the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. As such, the official welcoming of new comers was held on 6 th November 2023 at the MFLT 05 with the participation of academic staff and the Entrepreneurship major undergraduates. The welcoming ceremony featuring speeches from the Head of the Department and the several activities organized by the Entrepreneurship study circle.
The workshop on “Awareness of Information Retrieval Techniques from Scholarly Databases”
The workshop on “Awareness of Information Retrieval Techniques from Scholarly Databases” was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management for Third-year HRM Specialized Undergraduates. The session was held on 17th of January 2024 from 01.00 p.m. to 03. 00 p.m. at the Computer laboratory. The resource person of this workshop was Mr. Thilina Madhushanka, Assistant Librarian, University of Ruhuna Read more
Workshop on “Awareness of Information Retrieval Techniques from Scholarly Databases”
The workshop on “Awareness of Information Retrieval Techniques from Scholarly Databases ”organized by the Faculty Library Committee for final year students, Faculty of Management and Finance, was successfully conducted as a series of sessions on 19th July, 26th July, and 02nd August 2023 from 9.00 a.m. to 12. 00 p.m. at the computer laboratory. Resource person of this workshop was Mr. Thilina Madushnaka, Assistant Librarian, University of RuhunaThe main objective of this session was to raise awareness among our final year students about the vast array of resources available through the electronic library, thereby facilitating their dissertation writing process. The resource person shared his extensive knowledge and experience in this area enriched the session and provided the students with a comprehensive understanding of the tools and techniques required for effective academic writing.
Workshop on Zotero
The Department of Human Resource Management, jointly with the HRD Circle, The Department of Human Resource Management organized an insightful session on “How to Use Zotero: Awareness Session for Reference Management and Citation” for third-year undergraduates pursuing the BBA Honours in Human Resource Management. Dr. K.G. Priyashantha, Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna led the session, which took place in the Computer Lab in the Faculty of Management and Finance, starting at 02:00 P.M on the 11th of December 2023. This insightful session proved immensely valuable, providing students with essential insights to empower them in the realm of research.
Illuminate- Marketing Day
The Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance hosted "Illuminate-
Marketing Day" on 31 st October 2022 at the faculty premises. The event consisted of enjoyable games that improved the involvement and networking abilities of the students of the department. In addition, a Mehndi stall and a photo booth were set up to raise funds for the student circle future endeavors.
Marketing Day" on 31 st October 2022 at the faculty premises. The event consisted of enjoyable games that improved the involvement and networking abilities of the students of the department. In addition, a Mehndi stall and a photo booth were set up to raise funds for the student circle future endeavors.
Guest lecture on Qualitative Research and Data Analysis
For enhancing the students’ knowledge on Qualitative Research, under the subject of HRM 41403 – Data Analysis for Research, Department of Human Resource Management organizes Qualitative Research and Data Analysis guest lecture series. First phase of the series will be held on 29th of June 2021 from 8.00 am to 10.00 am online. The session was conducted by Dr. J. W. Dushan Chaminda, Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing Management, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Senior and Junior lecturers and students of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in the session. Second phase of the series will be held on the 6th of July 2021 at 8.00 am. The Department of HRM is inviting all the interested parties to join the event.
Workshop on Personal Grooming
The Department of Human Resource Management, in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), organized an insightful session on 'Personal Grooming' for the undergraduates of the department
Mrs. Avanthi Barnard, HR Consultant, and General Manager at Steps Construction (Pvt) Ltd, led the session, which took place in MFLT 04 starting at 01:00 P.M. on 29th November 2023. Read more
Study Tour - 2023
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a study tour to Anantara Resort – Kalutara, Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd and Nithya Papers (Pvt) Ltd, Horana on 10 th January 2023.The study tour was organized under the subjects of Social and Green Entrepreneurship, Venture Strategies and Tourism and Entrepreneurship to provide 3000 level undergraduates major in Entrepreneurship with an opportunity to track the social, green and tourism-related business opportunities in Sri Lanka
Professional Resume Writing
For assist undergraduates to design their internship resume effectively, Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture on “Professional Resume Writing” for 4000 level undergraduates who are reading for BBA honors degree program. Session was held on 12 the July 2022 from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm via Zoom. Session was conducted by Mrs. Navoda N Herath, Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Multidisciplinary, Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna. Few lecturers of the Faculty of Management and Finance & more than 100undergraduates participated to the session.
The role of an intern: In an industry perspective
Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture session under the third phase of make your self to win the industry session series named “The role of an intern: In an industry perspective” on 16th September 2021 from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm via zoom. Session conducted by Mr Indika Ranathunga, General Manager, Human Resource and Administration, Norlanka Manufacturing limited. The head, lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management and undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna participated in the session.
The First Session of the Branding workshop
The first session of the Branding workshop organized by the Department of Marketing was held on 5 th January 2021 from 3.00 P.M onwards via zoom. The session was carried out on the topic of “The journey towards building a strong brand: The experience sharing forum”. Mr. Lakmal Weerasiri (Laka) who is the founder and managing director of Sanity Creation- Lakai Sikai was the resource person of this session. As social media plays a critical role in today’s communication, building a strong brand and maintaining in for a long period of time is challenging. From this session students got the opportunity to listen to interesting facts with reference to building and marinating a strong brand in social media.
Be Your Own Boss – Zoom webinar
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship always attempts to change the mindset of our undergraduates through changing their traditional and common job seeking behavior into job creating behavior. In future, we believe that our undergraduates should be able to provide many other employment opportunities for the unemployed people in the society at large, rather than seeking to work for someone else. To motivate them on behalf of this matter, we warmly invited Mr.Mohan Palliyagru, a renowned corporate trainer and a motivational speaker to conduct a msession to our undergraduates on 27 th July 2023 from 6.30 PM onwards. The impact of this program was profound, equipping our students with the inspiration and tools they need to shape their entrepreneurial mindsets.
The “රසවි - රහට සංගීත වින්දනය”
The “රසවි - රහට සංගීත වින්දනය” musical program organized by the Department of Business Management as the final event of the “BM Week’22”, to bring many new experiences to the University community, was successfully held on 04th of November from 04.30 p.m. at the Faculty of Management and Finance open theater premises. This new-style, food-based musical entertainment event was organized to enhance student collaboration with departmental works and to uplift and appreciate the aesthetic skills of the university students. The event was rooted based on 12 songs critic by four critics, Prof. P.A.P Samantha Kumara – Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr. Ven. Ariyawansa Morakandegoda – Senior Lecturer, Department of Sinhala, Faculty of Humanities and Social Science, Mr. Deepal A.Guruge - Senior Lecturer, Department of Accountancy, Faculty of Management and Finance, and Prof. Jayantha Amarasingha – Professor, Department of Sinhala, Faculty of Humanities and Social Science.
Coffee Evening
Coffee Evening group discussion series, 1st phase successfully held on 11th of July 2021 from 7.30 pm to 10.30 pm via zoom. Circle of Human Resource Development organized this fruitful group discussion to create a platform for HRM specialized undergraduates to get exposure from former students of the Department of HRM. In this initial session Mr.Suranga Indunil, Mrs. Hiranthi Kalpani, Mrs. Pramuditha Nimashi, Mr.Amila Ambegoda, Ms. Nimesha Kumudumali, Mr.Eranga De Silva, Ms.Rashmi Wickramashinge, and Ms. Bimalka Nanayakkara joined as resource persons. The head, Dr.B.L.Galhena, senior and junior lecturers, and undergraduates of the Department of HRM participated in the session.
Field Visit Broadens Horizons for Third-Year Accountancy Students
The Department of Accountancy recently organised an educational field visit for third-year, first-semester students, offering them valuable exposure to real-world business operations and management practices. As part of the semester’s academic enrichment activities, students toured two prominent Sri Lankan enterprises — Wijaya Products and Pintanna Plantations.
The visit commenced at Pintanna Plantations, where students gained insights into plantation management, crop cultivation, and sustainable practices. Discussions highlighted the vital role of financial management in cost tracking, budgeting, and revenue generation within the agri-business sector. more
Professional Wedding Planning and New Trends in Wedding Planning
“Professional Wedding Planning and New Trends in Wedding Planning” was the second session of the Event Marketing guest lecture series organized by the Circle of Marketing. The session was held on 12 th July 2022 from 8.00 a.m. onwards via Zoom platform. Mr. Majith Priyanga, owner of A 2 Z Wedding Planners Pvt. Ltd. was the resource person of the session. It was an engaging and productive session for all the marketing undergraduates.
A Workshop on Proposed BBA in International Business
A workshop on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in InternationalBusiness Degree program was held on 13 th of August 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Chinese Center, University of Ruhuna, with the participation of nearly 25 academics representing Faculty of Management and Finance, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at University of Ruhuna. The workshop was basically aimed at allowing participants to bring their inputs into the development of the proposed degree program.
Doing Qualitative Research Critically
An online session on “doing qualitative research critically”, organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance (FoMF) together with the Staff Development Centre at University of Ruhuna (UoR) was conducted via Zoom on 3 rd of February 2021from 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.,with the participation of nearly 50 academics at UoR. Prof. Danture Wickramasinghe, Chair in Management Accounting and the Director of the PhD program in Accounting and Finance at Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, UK served as the resource person of the session. This session was the very first workshop of the staff development program 2021 at FoMF, and was coordinated by Dr. G.T.W. Sriyani.Flyer
A guest lecture on Financial Instruments
A guest lecture was successfully held on 03.08.2021 for students of Department of Accounting and Finance; especially for students enrolled in ACC41103 – Corporate Reporting. The guest lecture was organized by the Institute of Chartered Accounting Sri Lanka as a part of the virtual lecture series offered for undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The resource person for the session was CEO of Excellent Business School, Mr. W.A.U. Wijesingha (FCA, ACMA, ACCA, ACPM, BSc in Accountancy). Over 130 students participated in this lecture.
Virtual session on “How to Use MS Word Effectively”
Department of Human Resource Management along with circle of Human Resource Development organized a virtual session on “How to Use MS Word Effectively” for enhancing undergraduates’ awareness of using MS word effectively for preparing academic documents such as assignments, dissertations etc. The session was held on 4th August 2021 from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm via zoom. Session was conducted by Dr. Manjula K.Wanniarrachchige, Senior Lecture attached to the Department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. Lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th year 200 + undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in the session. Expatica-2021
Expatica-2021 organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development to welcome newly selected undergraduates of the 2019 batch to the Department of Human Resource Management. Program held on 4 th October 2021 from 10. am to 12noon via zoom. Prof. P.A.P. Samantha Kumara, The Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance participated as the chief guest and Dr. R.M. Ratnayaka recently retired senior
lecturer of the Department of Human Resource Management participated as the guest of honor to the ceremony. Dr. B.L. Galhena, The Head, Lecturers, and undergraduates of the Department of Human Resource Management participated to the session.
lecturer of the Department of Human Resource Management participated as the guest of honor to the ceremony. Dr. B.L. Galhena, The Head, Lecturers, and undergraduates of the Department of Human Resource Management participated to the session.
Two Internship-Related Sessions by Department of HRM
Department of Human Resource Management organized two internship awareness sessions for final year students to guide them towards an effective internship program completion. The 1 st session, hosted by Mr. Thushara Balasooriya Senior Manager, Talent / HR Admin Siam City Cement Public Limited was conducted on 14 th March 2021 at 9.00 a.m. via Zoom under the theme of “how to be a productive intern” Company. The 2 nd Session was conducted on the same day at 2.00 p.m. under the theme of “career development through an effective internship”. Resource person for the 2 nd session was Mr. Indika Wewalduwa, Head of Human Resources, Administration & Compliance for Mount Castle Group Australia, and Director –Global HR Solutions / Nations HR Academy.
Boosting interview performance by building confidence
The 4 th session of make yourself win the industry internship awareness session series organized by the Department of Human Resource Management to 4000 level 1 st semester students was held on 14 th September 2022 from 10.30 am to 11.30 am via Zoom. This lesson discussed how to improve undergraduate interview performance by boosting confidence. The session was conducted by Ms Chakrangi Dahanayake, Instructor in English, Department of English Language Teaching, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Ruhuna
An Online Workshop
An online workshop on innovation, entrepreneurial thinking and creativity, organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship is to be conducted on 29 th of July, 2020 at 6.00 p.m. onwards. The workshop is targeted at undergraduates of the faculty, and Dr. Nalaka Wickramasinghe will act as the resource person of the session. Those undergraduates at the faculty who are not affiliated with the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship can register for the workshop by clicking the following link and filling the given Google form.
How to Use Storytelling in Your Academic Research
An online session on “how to use storytelling in your academic research”, organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance (FoMF) together with the Staff Development Centre at University of Ruhuna (UoR) was conducted via Zoom on 11 th of May 2021 from 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., with the participation of nearly 70 academics at UoR. Prof. Danture Wickramasinghe, Chair in Management Accounting and the Director of the PhD program in Accounting and Finance at Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, UK served as the resource person while the session was coordinated by Dr. G.T.W. Sriyani
A Workshop on Proposed BBA in International Business
A workshop on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in InternationalBusiness Degree program was held on 13 th of August 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Chinese Center, University of Ruhuna, with the participation of nearly 25 academics representing Faculty of Management and Finance, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at University of Ruhuna. The workshop was basically aimed at allowing participants to bring their inputs into the development of the proposed degree program.
A Workshop On Sensing The Career Opportunities And Setting The Career Goals
A workshop on sensing the career opportunities and setting the career goals, organized by the Career Guidance Unit in collaboration with Sampath Bank is going going to be held on 06th of August, 2018 at the Fisheries Auditorium from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. The workshop is targeted at final year undergraduates at the faculty and, they are requested to bring a well designed CV in attending the workshop. The workshop is to be conducted by an expertise team at Sampath bank Plc. The participation is mandatory for the given target group.
A Virtual Panel Discussion
A virtual panel discussion organized by the Department of Accounting and Finance on how to make your internship training successful was held on 20 th March 2021 from 9.00 a.m. onwards, with the participation of nearly 80 undergraduates. The program was organized to address the concerns of BBA final year students of the faculty who commenced their internship training from 15 th March 2021. This session was conducted with the contribution of two key industry experts; Mr. Thushara Gajanayake, CFO of Harischandra Mills PLC and Mr. Ruwan Chandika, Partner of RC Associates.
A Guest Lecture
The Entrepreneurship specialization area of the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a special guest lecture on ‘Stimulating Undergraduates towards Entrepreneurship’ for the 2000 and 3000 level students on 14th June at MFLT 08.The resource person was Ms. Ayesha Imalika, the founder CEO of ‘Kewumkokis.com’- Bandaragama. The event was successful in sharing the knowledge and experience of real-world entrepreneurs with future generations.
Crafting Your Assignment
“Crafting Your Assignment” session held on 16th of June 2021 at 6.00 pm via zoom. The objective of this program was to provide students with a step by step guide in writing assignments in a Bachelor's Degree program. Session hosted by Dr.B.L.Galhena, the Head / Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. In the session first Dr.B.L.Galhena explained how to prepare assignments effectively and after that discussed student's clarifications. Zoom meeting supported only up to 300 participants, and the capacity was fully occupied
Personality Development Workshop for DHRM Batch
The Department of Human Resource Management collaboration with the Distance and Continuing Education Unit organized a one-day personality development program for 1st batch of students of Diploma in Human Resource Management. Workshop held on 20th June 2022 from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm at MFLT 5. Mr H.V.A. Kithsiri conducted the morning session and the Evening session was conducted by Mr Jayantha and Mr. L.M. Abeywickrama. With the successful participation of the session, all the participants were awarded a certificate for participation.
Adcon 2019
"Adcon 2019", organized by the Department of Marketing is the first and the foremost inter-university advertising focused competition rolled out by a recognized institution in the country, and the grand finale is to be held in February, 2020. This is going to be the second consecutive time of the event, with the participation of more than 300 undergraduates representing all state universities across the country. Making their objective a reality, “Adcon 2019” has provided these undergraduates a formidable platform to unveil their creativity with an exposure into the corporate sector through the competition. “Adcon 2019” was expected to roll out the competition in two stages, drumming up the grand finale to showcase both the conceptual and the practical knowledge of the selected topnotch contestants and the pinnacle would be followed by a mind-blowing musical extravaganza in collaboration with Unilever Sri Lanka, People’s Bank and the Capital Maharaja Organization Limited.
Virtual session - The role of an intern
Under the “make your-self to win the industry” internship supportive session series, 3rd session “the role of an intern” held on 10th September 2021 from 9.00 am to 10.30 am via zoom. Session conducted by Prof. P.A.P.Samantha Kumara, the Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The head, lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management, and 4000 level undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna participated in the session. The session was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management and the Circle of Human Resource Development.
Faculty Day 2020
The “Faculty Day 2020” organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance as an annual event to bring academics, non-academics and undergraduates into a common platform, will be held on 26th of February at university playground. The event will kick off at 8.00 a.m. and will continue till evening, thus providing participants with an opportunity to showcase their skills in various sports and entertainment-related activities. Moreover, this will encourage active involvement of the participants as it provides a platform to break the wheel of monotony for a while. As such, “Faculty Day 2020” will assist everyone to strike a balance between classroom and extra-curricular activities.
A Workshop on Proposed BBA in International Business
A workshop on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in InternationalBusiness Degree program was held on 13 th of August 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Chinese Center, University of Ruhuna, with the participation of nearly 25 academics representing Faculty of Management and Finance, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at University of Ruhuna. The workshop was basically aimed at allowing participants to bring their inputs into the development of the proposed degree program.
Introduction to Stock Market
The Circle of Accounting initiated a webinar series on ‘investing in the Stock Market’ with the support of Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The very first Guest Lecture was conducted on 11th November 2021 from 3.00PM to 4.00PM onwards via zoom.
The session was on "Introduction to Stock Market" and continued for one hour, with the active involvement of the participants. The guest speaker, Mr. Bimal Rathnayake, Executive, Colombo Stock Exchange - Matara Branch, shared his expertise and knowledge about the stock market.
ICIVM 2020: Calling for Applications
Inter-Faculty Competition in Instrumental &Vocal Music (ICIVM 2020), which is organized by the University of Ruhuna in each consecutive year, calls for candidates to submit their applications on or before 28th of February, 2020. The ICIVM 2020 will offer contestants a wide array of opportunities for both solo and choral singing, thus allowing them to choose upon several options. Based on the focus, as the name of the competition itself suggests, it can be broadly categorized into two separate areas, namely vocal and instrumental. As in the flyer, the vocal and instrumental competitions include a range of individual and group performance items.
Guest Lecture on ‘Modern HR Trends
A guest lecture on ‘Modern HR Trends’ organized by the HRM specialization area was successfully held on15th of February 2019 from 9.00 a.m. to 12 .00 noon at MFLT 06 with the participation of students and staff. The lecture was conducted by Major Janaka Witharana, Deputy General Manager, Human Resources, Brandix Apparel Solutions Limited. This provided students with experiential knowledge on practical implementation of Human Resource Management and future job opportunities available in the apparel industry.
A virtual session on Corporate Entrepreneurship
A virtual session on “Corporate Entrepreneurship” was organized by Dr. Fauzul Mafasiya and Mr. Madhura Kodithuwakku as a part of the course module on Entrepreneurship. The session was successfully held on 25 th January 2022 from 8.00 am to 10.00 am. The session was opened for all first year undergraduates attached to the Faculty of Management and Finance. Mr. Prasanna Liyanage, the Chief Executive Officer of Reflexions Holdings (Pvt) Ltd. conducted the session as the resource person.on.Internship Awareness Session
Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized an internship awareness session for final year students to guide them towards an effective internship program completion. The session, hosted by Mr. E.K Jayampathi, Senior lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna was conducted on 16th September 2022 at 6.00 PM via zoom under the theme of “How to create a path for your future entrepreneurial career with the experience from your internship”. During this session, the resource person addressed how to successfully build an entrepreneurial career for a better future.Branding workshop 4
“Brand Elite- Experience Sharing Forum”, the fourth session of the branding workshop series organized by the Department of Marketing, University of Ruhuna took place on 02 nd February 2021 at 3.00 P.M onwards via zoom platform. Mr. Sanjeewa Ganegoda, Production Director of Herbline Company was the resource person of the session. Mr. Sanjeewa Ganegoda has shared the success story of Herb Line brand during Covid- 19 pandemic, and it was an interactive and fruitful session.
Marketing Content
A guest lecture on “Marketing Content: Case of Marketing News in Sri Lanka”, organized by the Department of Marketing at the Faculty of Management and Finance for the undergraduates was conducted via Zoom on 22nd of October 2021. This session provided an opportunity for undergraduates to get an idea of the marketing strategies used by leading media channels in the country. Mr. Nadeeka Karunanayake, a renowned media personal was invited to conduct the guest lecture.ersonal was invited to conduct the guest lecture.
The Power of Ethics in Telecommunication Industry
“The Power of Ethics in Telecommunication Industry” was another important session of the Marketing Ethics guest lecture series by the Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The session was held on 25th July 2022 at 5.00 p.m. onwards via zoom platform. Mr. Kelum Priyantha, Senior Manager Marketing in Business Development of Sri Lanka Telecom PLC was the guest speaker of the session. Mr. Kelum shared her expertise and knowledge of marketing ethics related to telecommunication industry and the session was fruitful.
Design your Career
"Design your Career"' guest lecture was held on 23rd of June 2021 at 4.00 pm online. Session organized by Career Guidance Unit (CGU) and Faculty of Management and Finance collaboratively. Session conducted by Dr.B.L.Galhena, Head/Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, University of Ruhuna for undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance. During this session, the resource person addressed how to successfully build a career for a better future.
Awareness Programme on Capital Market
The Department of Accountancy and the Department of Finance organized a Capital Market Awareness session with the support of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) on 21 st December 2022 at the Faculty. Around 150 students and 10 academics attended the session. Mr. Tushara Jayaratne, Director- External Relations and Capital Market Education of the SEC conducted the session. Ms. Sheena Gooneratne, Mr. Nimal Kumarasinghe, and Ms. Ravisha de Silva were also present at the session representing the SEC. The Dean of the Faculty Prof. P.A.P. Samantha Kumara delivered the welcome speech. Dr. Manjula Wanniarachchige,Head/ Department of Finance delivered the vote of thanks. Mrs. Madhavi Ariyasena, Lecturer, Department of Accountancy coordinated the event.
Dancing and Literature Competition IFDLC 2018
The Inter-Faculty Dancing and Literature Competition (IFDLC 2018), organized by the University of Ruhuna is going to be held in the near future at the premises of Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna. Those who eager on participating this, are instructed to present what you composed, to the faculty coordinator; Mr. Chirath Jeewantha on or before 13th of July, 2018. Feel free to talk to the faculty coordinator for any concern.
“Make yourself to win the industry- 1st phase”
The Department of Human Resource Management and the Circle of Human Resource Development organize “Make yourself to win the industry” internship supportive session series to 4000 level undergraduates via zoom. 1st session of the series “How to be an effective intern-part 01” held on 9th of September 2021 from 9.00 am to 11.30. Session conducted by Dr. Tissa Hemaratne, Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. 2nd Session “How to be an effective intern-part 02” was held from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm on the same day. Session was conducted by Mr R.M.D.D. Rathnayake, Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The head, lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management and undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in the session.
"Sahurda Nimawaka Nimeshaya”
3000 level undergraduates of the Circle of Human Resource Development organized "Sahurda Nimawaka Nimeshaya” virtual discussion for final year comrades of the Department of Human Resource Management who are leaving the University for Internships. The session held on 6th September 2021 from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm via zoom. The head, Lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management joined this program and shared their thoughts with the final year students. 3000 level students presented attractive entertainment items and gifted virtual souvenir to their seniors in this friendly discussion.
On & Above HRIS Session 03: HR Systems and Processes
Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The third session was held on the 08th of September 2021 from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
Ethics and Insurance Industry
The third session of the Marketing Ethics workshop series organized by the Circle of Marketing was held via Zoom on the 22nd of July 2022, from 3:00 p.m. onwards. The session's guest speaker was Mrs. Isuru Wijeratne, Assistant Brand Manager at Allianz Insurance Lanka Ltd. Mrs. Isuru offered her knowledge and experiences in the area of marketing ethics, and the session was quite productive and interactive.
Boosting Research Efficiency: Zotero Workshop
The Department of Human Resource Management organized a workshop titled 'Mastering Zotero' to empower 3000-level HRM specialized undergraduates with essential research skills. The session was held on December 18th, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Faculty Computer Lab. Dr. K.G. Priyashantha, Senior Lecturer attached to the Department of Human Resource Management expertly guided this valuable session. The session provided a comprehensive overview of Zotero by covering Zotero Fundamentals, Advanced Zotero Features, Citation Management & Integration, and Data Management & Collaboration. more
Entrepreneurial Dialogue 2019
"Entrepreneurial Dialogue 2019" organized by the Entrepreneurship Study Circle for the 1000 level students was successfully held on 26th of June, 2019 at the faculty premises. Mr. W K Chandima, Mr. Nimal Giganage, and Ms. Supuli Sililari Karunarathne were the resource persons of the session and, they were able to make the environment more conducive. The students were keen in interacting with the each throughout the session, thus, resulting in a massive success in the workshop.
Department Welcome 2019 at HRM
The Circle of HRM organized “Department Welcome 2019”, for welcoming new students to the Human Resource Management specialization area. As such, the official welcoming of new comers was held on 21stof May 2019 at the MFLT 02 with the participation of academic staff and the HRM major undergraduates. The welcoming ceremony featuring speeches from the Head of the Department and the office bearers of the Circle of HRM had been continuing for duration of one hour.
ARCO 99-2000 Ruhuna University Graduates Donate to Foster Aesthetic Activities
The ARCO 99-2000 Ruhuna University Graduated Batch demonstrated their unwavering
commitment to fostering the arts and aesthetics by making a generous financial donation to the Aesthetic Association of the Faculty of Management and Finance. The charitable contribution aims to establish an initial fund to uplift undergraduate aesthetic activities within the faculty and was officially handed over on July 29, 2023, at the University of Ruhuna.
The Aesthetic Association, which plays a crucial role in promoting and nurturing artistic talent on campus, expressed its gratitude to the ARCO 99-2000 graduates for their invaluable contribution. With the new financial backing, the association plans to organize a wide array of aesthetic activities including cultural performances, and workshops.
Labour Law guest lecture
In line with the HRM 31413 - Industrial Relations and Labor Law course, the Department of HRM hosted a guest lecture titled "Labor Law in the Organizational Context." This enlightening session was organized with the purpose of providing practical understanding to undergraduate students specializing in Human Resource Management at the 3000 level. Our guest speakers, Mrs. N.U.W. Rathnayake, Senior Labor Officer, and Mrs. W.D.D.S. Dharmapala, Labor Officer from the District Labor Office Matara, shared their profound expertise and real-world experiences, shedding light on the pragmatic application of labor law within organizational settings. This session was successfully held on 9th August 2023, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at MFLT 2B, creating a meaningful learning experience for our students.
A Guide to Effective Citation; Mastering Reference Management
A workshop on reference management was successfully held at MFLT 01 on 04th December 2024 from 1 pm to 3 pm, which the Department of Accountancy organized. The workshop aimed to give knowledge about the importance of referencing in academic writing and the use of software to manage references effectively. The lecturer from the Department of Accountancy, Mrs Ilakshi Weerakkody conducted the session. The workshop provided clear guidance and practical experience in formatting assignments necessary for coursework.
Thrive for a successful career- Career guidance workshop
Thrive for a successful career, career Guidance workshop was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management in collaboration with Charted Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) on 30 th November 2022 from 2.00 pm to 4.30 pm at MFLT 4. Mr Chandralal Liyanage, Management and HR consultant/lecturer/HR Professional, Dr. Heather Fernando, Management and HR Consultant/Corporate Trainer, Lecturer, Ms Chathuri Wimalanaga, Certified HR Professional, Ms Dilrukshi Rajapakshe, International Certified Corporate Trainer attended to the session as guest speakers. During the program, experts share their insights and expertise with students and mock interviews and Q & A sessions were held at the end of the program.
Field Visit: Gaining Real-World Insights
The Department of Human Resource Management together with the Circle of Human Resource Development organized a one-day field visit on the 30 th of November 2024, for 3000-level HRM students of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The primary objective of the visit was to augment the students' theoretical understanding by exposing them to the intricate tapestry of contemporary HRM practices in action. The 123 students along with 06 staff members visited Hambantota International Port Group (Pvt.) Ltd., the most diversified deep-water, multi-purpose port in Sri Lanka which offers a comprehensive range of services for
the shipping industry using new technologies and environmentally sustainable practices. more
ADCON 2019 Technical Workshop
ADCON 2019 Technical Workshop
The technical workshop of Adcon 2019, organized by the DOM as the first phase of the inter university advertising competition was held on 26th of September 2019 at Unilever Sri Lanka main premises. This workshop was mainly aimed at introducing the competition to contestants.The workshop consisted of three sessions; the first session was delivered by Ms.Sesamy Malwenna on Brand Insights. It was followed by the session conducted by Mr. Nathasoruban Sivapatham on effective communication. The final session of the workshop was conducted by Mr.Ihthishaam Fahim on Digital Advertising.
A Three-day Workshop
A three-day workshop organized by Dr. M.B.F Mafasiya, Mrs. Sandya Sriyani, and Mrs. Menaka Dilrukshi at the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, under the theme of “Stimulating Undergraduates and Value Creation through Sharing Experiential Learning” for the subjects of Social and Green Entrepreneurship, Venture Strategies, and Tourism and Entrepreneurship was held on 11th, 12th and 13th of March 2020 at the University Guest House. The workshop was basically aimed at providing 3000 level second semester undergraduates with practical exposure to entrepreneurship. Dr. Lalith Welmedage, Mrs. Dilrukshi Wijesekara, and Mr. Sumedha Kulathunga were the resource persons of the session, and they were able to make the environment more conducive.
Grand Finale of the Adcon 2018
Grand Finale of the Adcon 2018, which is an advertising competition organized by the Department of Marketing with the collaborative participation of the undergraduates and school students from the Southern province was successfully held on the 21st of September, 2018 at University of Ruhuna. The competition along with a musical evening was basically organized as to mark the 10th anniversary of the Department of Marketing. The event was filled with mind-blowing creative talents of the contestants. Mahinda Rajapaksha college became the winner of the competition while Rahula college was the first runner-up.Chrismas Eve 2018
Chrismas Eve 2018, basically an annual carol service in nature is to be held on 19th of December 2018 at the MFLT 5 from 2.30 p.m. onwards. The undergraduates at the faculty organize the event consecutively since 2017. This carol concert will provide participants with a fertile opportunity to enjoy classical music recitals with a seasonal twist. Notably, the concert will feature carol performance by the staff at the faculty as well.A Workshop on Qualitative Research
A workshop on qualitative research studies, organized by the Circle of Marketing was held on 20th of August, 2018 at the MFLT 06 from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. The workshop provided participants with an understanding to basic theoritical knowledge on qualitative research and, further, the uses of qualitative studies. Dr. Dushan Chaminda, an expert of the qualitative research, was the resource person of the workshop. He was able to make the session more interactive and interesting. At the last half of the session, the participants were given an opportunity to present a qualitative research idea of their own drawing upon insights from what they learnt during the session.
2 day workshop for final year undergraduates
The Circle of Marketing is going to conduct a 2 day workshop for final year undergraduates on Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) on 25th of July, and 08th of August 2018 respectively. The workshop will provide participants with an understanding of SEM, the skills to prepare data, run an analysis, troubleshoot problems, and interpret estimates and fit indices.
Guide for Exam Preparation
Guide for Exam Preparation virtual session held on 16th November 2021 from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm via zoom. The session was conducted by Dr. B.L.Galhena, The head, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The purpose of this session was to guide students on how to prepare for the examination in an effective way in order to get a high score. This virtual session was organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development and more than 300 undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and finance participated in the session.
Awareness Session on Scholarships in Japan
An awareness session on scholarships in Japan organized by the Department of Finance, Faculty of Management and Finance, was successfully conducted on the 17th of May 2023. Approximately 120 students and 6 academics attended the session. The guest speaker of the session was Senior Professor (Chair) A.D Karunarathne, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Colombo. He shared his valuable insights into Japanese education and offered a firsthand account of the educational environment and opportunities available in Japan. Furthermore, Mr. Sathish Perere, a representative from The University of Tokyo in Japan also attended the session. He presented a comprehensive overview of the scholarships available in Japan, providing in-depth information on eligibility criteria, application procedures, and the benefits of studying in Japan. The session commenced with a warm welcome and an introductory speech delivered by Dr. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance. Mr. Kasun Harshana, the Temporary Assistant Lecturer of the Department of Finance delivered the vote of thanks.
Writing Research Papers
An online workshop targeted at providing academic staff of the faculty with valuable inputs on how to being an effective research supervisor and how to write publishable research papers, was conducted via Zoom on 29 th of June 2020 from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon, with the participation of nearly 40 academic staff at the faculty. The session was hosted and conducted by Professor J. A. S. K. Jayakody, Director, Institute of Human Resource Advancement, University of Colombo, and it was an absolute success.
Open Heart Banquet
A group of first-year undergraduates from the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna, organized the "Open Heart Banquet" almsgiving program. The event took place on 30th December 2023, at the Cancer Ward of Karapitiya Teaching Hospital. Students provided breakfast for the patients undergoing treatment at the Karapitiya Cancer Hospital. Additionally, they provided essential supplies to the Ruhunu Lama Niwasaya in Galle.
ADCON 2019 Technical Workshop
ADCON 2019 Technical Workshop
The technical workshop of Adcon 2019, organized by the DOM as the first phase of the inter university advertising competition was held on 26th of September 2019 at Unilever Sri Lanka main premises. This workshop was mainly aimed at introducing the competition to contestants.The workshop consisted of three sessions; the first session was delivered by Ms.Sesamy Malwenna on Brand Insights. It was followed by the session conducted by Mr. Nathasoruban Sivapatham on effective communication. The final session of the workshop was conducted by Mr.Ihthishaam Fahim on Digital Advertising.
CSR Initiative by HRD Circle
Human Resource Development Circle launched a CSR project for the second consecutive year, “ATHWELA 02” on 07th January 2019 in aid of Matara / Dehigaspa Anagarika Dharmapala Kanitu Vidyalaya. As the first phase of CSR, the roof of a main building was completely renovated and the buildings of the school were repaired and colour washed . The second phase included providing education necessities to school children. The main objective of this project was to uplift the quality of learning environment and create a passion for continuous learning among the school students.Chrismas Eve 2018
Chrismas Eve 2018, basically an annual carol service in nature is to be held on 19th of December 2018 at the MFLT 5 from 2.30 p.m. onwards. The undergraduates at the faculty organize the event consecutively since 2017. This carol concert will provide participants with a fertile opportunity to enjoy classical music recitals with a seasonal twist. Notably, the concert will feature carol performance by the staff at the faculty as well.HR Week
The HR Week 2022 is organized by the Department of Human Resource Management in line with the Department’s 3rd-anniversary celebration, held from 31st October to 4th November 2022 in the Faculty of Management premises. The HR week was planned with the objective of providing different platforms for undergraduates to improve their talents and creativity while enhancing their academic knowledge and developing undergraduates’ skill sets to fit the industry. more
CLASH OF HEROES 2025: Outbound Training Program
The 'CLASH OF HEROES 2025' Outbound Training Program, organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development, Department of Human Resource Management, in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit, University of Ruhuna, was successfully held on April 30th, 2025, at the university premises from 7.00 am to 09.00 pm. The program was hosted by Ms. PubuduMallawarachchi, Career Guidance Counselor from the Career Guidance Unit.
The program aimed at 3000-level HRM specialized undergraduates, providing experiential learning opportunities to enhance leadership skills and foster holistic development beyond the traditional classroom. Through engaging outdoor activities, 'CLASH OF HEROES 2025' focused on strengthening crucial teamwork, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, preparing students for academic pursuits, professional careers, and life beyond theuniversity.
Workshop on Systematic Literature Review
In line with the Research Methodology module of 3000 level students, the Department of Human Resource Management was able to organize 2 days workshop on Systematic Literature Review for the Human Resource specialized undergraduates. The session was conducted by a prominent scholar of the Faculty of Management and Finance Mr Gayan Priyshantha – Senior Lecturer, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The session was highly impactful for the undergraduates who are expecting to advance their academic writing to complete their final year dissertation.Poson Palette 2024 – Inter-Faculty Online Artwork Competition
The Circle of Human Resource Development (CHRD) of the Department of HRM organized Palette-2024, an online art competition with the theme "Natural Radiance of Poson". This competition attracted a wide range of artworks from undergraduates at the University of Ruhuna. The objective of the event was to provide a platform for students to showcase their artistic talents and encourage reflection on the spiritual significance of Poson Poya, as well as improve their mental wellness. Read More
Guest Lecture on Microsoft Power BI
The Department of Finance organized a guest lecture, giving a great opportunity to the students of the Faculty of Management and Finance to get familiar with Microsoft Power BI. The session was conducted by Mr. Lasantha Gamage, the managing director of LDW Accounting and Business Service Pty Ltd in Perth, Australia. He is an expert in large ERP systems and the Microsoft Office suite, having been exposed to the health service, mining and gas, manufacturing, and construction sectors. The session was held on 18 th November 2022 via the Zoom meeting platform and it was a highly successful session in sharing knowledge and experience on data analysis using Microsoft Power BI.
HRIS Workshop with the collaboration of MintHRM
The Department of Human Resource Management in collaboration with MintHRM (Infoseek Private Limited) held a physical workshop on Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) for our undergraduate students specializing in HRM as a part of the 10 days inclusive sessions to enhance their skills on the HRIS application. The workshop was held on 20th July 2023 from 09:00 am to 12:30 pm at the computer lab in the Faculty of Management and Finance. The workshop was graced by the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. The students were able to acquire hands-on experience on the HRIS under the guidance of two resource persons and five session instructors from MintHRM. The knowledge and skills acquired through this workshop have undoubtedly had a significant impact on our students' understanding of HRIS.
“Athwela”, CSR Project Creates Memorable Impact at MR/Kanahalagama Junior College
he Circle of Human Resource Development (Circle of HRD) of the Department of Human Resource Management at the University of Ruhuna has once again made a remarkable impact through its annual CSR project, 'Athwela.' This year, the project centred its efforts on MR/Kanahalagama Junior College, a rural school in Akuressa, with the goal of uplifting the educational environment and supporting the students' aspirations. Read more..
IFODLC 2022 Winners
"IFODLC 2022" is an inter-faculty orator, dance, and literature competition organised by the Cultural Center of the University of Ruhuna. The students from the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in the competition, representing the faculty. We congratulate the students who brought the win to the Faculty of Management and Finance with great pleasure. Gayani Rajapakshe, a first-year undergraduate in the Faculty of Management and Finance, who participated in the literature competition under the category of "Short Stories", has been able to bring 1 st place to the Faculty of Management and Finance. Further, G.A. Binuli Yashali Perera, a first-year undergraduate in the faculty of Management and Finance, who participated in the literature competition under the category of "Lyrics Writing", has been able to bring 2 nd place to the Faculty of Management and Finance.
On and Above Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM
Department of Human Resource Management and Infoseek Pvt Ltd collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The first session was held on 11th August 2021 from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. The Head of the Department of HRM, lecturers and more than 140 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM participated in the session.
Marketing Ethics and Energy Industry
The second session of the Marketing Ethics workshop series organized by the Circle of
Marketing, was held on 5 th July 2022 from 11.00 a.m. onwards via Zoom. Mr. Akila Gunarathna who is the Head of Finance at Resus Energy PLC was the resource person of the session. Mr. Gunarathna shared his experiences and expertise in the field of marketing ethics and it was a very fruitful and interactive experience sharing session.
Professional Me; A Panel Discussion
A panel discussion on ‘making most out of internships’, organized by the Department of Marketing at the Faculty of Management and Finance for final-year undergraduates was conducted via Zoom on 06 th of April 2021. The session was rolled out to provide the undergraduates with an opportunity to listen to the professional career narratives of three proud products of the Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance at University of Ruhuna. As such, Mr. Ashoka Liyanage from TV Derana, Mrs. Oshadee Gunasekara from Singer Sri Lanka PLC, and Mr. Ruwan Wickramaarachchi from CBL group participated in the panel discussion as panelists.
A workshop on Business Plan Development
A two-day workshop on 'Business Plan Development' for the subject of Venture Creation, organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship was successfully held on 29 th January and 30 th February 2024 at MFLT 3A at the faculty. The target group for the workshop is 2000 level undergraduates in Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. Dr. Jayampathi Kumasaru, senior lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance and Mrs. Deepika Dissanayaka, Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance were the resource persons of the workshop. The workshop will support to enhance the business plan development skills of the undergraduates to pursue their success in the field of entrepreneurship.Sprout with Spirit
A virtual Session by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship conducted a guest speech via Zoom on 14 th of March 2021 at 10.00 a.m., with the participation of 4000 level semester I students, who are specialized in Entrepreneurship. Dr. Ravi Liyanage, a leading corporate entrepreneur in Sri Lanka served as the resource person of the session, and the speech was centered on the theme “a way to develop career path and adapt to the organizational culture within internship”. The session provided some valuable insights into the internship opportunities available for undergraduates and how to capitalize on them for a better career path.
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship conducted a guest speech via Zoom on 14 th of March 2021 at 10.00 a.m., with the participation of 4000 level semester I students, who are specialized in Entrepreneurship. Dr. Ravi Liyanage, a leading corporate entrepreneur in Sri Lanka served as the resource person of the session, and the speech was centered on the theme “a way to develop career path and adapt to the organizational culture within internship”. The session provided some valuable insights into the internship opportunities available for undergraduates and how to capitalize on them for a better career path.
Topical Talks
Initial webinar of Topical Talks series organized by Circle of Human Resource Development, Department of Human Resource Management, University of Ruhuna held on 23rd of June 2021, 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm online. Mr.Aruna Dayanatha, OD consultant, trainer, conceptualist, and director of Right-X shared the concepts and practices in "Disruptive Technology and Digital Transformation in the field of HRM". The Head, Department of Human Resource Management, Senior and Junior lecturers, and Undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated in this discussion. Inauguration Ceremony of the DHRM
The inaugural ceremony of the Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM) first intake was conducted by the Distance and Continuing Education Unit (DCEU) together with the Faculty of Management Finance on 20 th February 2021 at 1.30 p.m. onwards via Zoom. Distinguished invitees of University of Ruhuna and students of the DHRM 1st batch participated in this occasion. Prof. P.A.P.S. Kumara, the Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna delivered the welcome speech, and Senior Prof. Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice-Chancellor, University of Ruhuna, Prof. E.P.S. Chandana, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Ruhuna. Prof. (Mrs) Vajira Bulugahapitiya, Director, DCEU, University of Ruhuna
also addressed the occasion. Dr. B.L. Galhena, the Head, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance delivered the vote of thanks at the end of the ceremony.
On & Above HRIS Performance Management as an HR System
Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The fifth session was held on the 29th of September 2021 from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
Outbound Training – 2022
‘Outbound Training - 2022’ was an action and activity based behavioral training intervention for students leadership and personality development based on experiential learning methodology of learning through fun and experience. Session was organized by the Department of Human Resource Management in collaboration of Career Guidance Unit held on 16 th & 17 th of June 2022 from 6.30 am to 9.30 pm in the university premises. The session was opened for the final year undergraduates in the
Department of Human Resources Management. The program was streamlined with adventure and challenging Team Activities where students had to go through obstacles and work together as a team to overcome challenges and learn from their experience, feelings and reflection. The main focus with the Outbound Training approach was to impart learning on organizational needs such as Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Conflict Management, Team Building and Effective Communication.
Marketing Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility
The Circle of Marketing held a virtual session on “Marketing Ethics and Corporate Social
Responsibility” on 25 th of June, 2022 from 4.00 p.m to 5.00 p.m via Zoom. The session was conducted by Mr. Thisara Meegahawaththa, Brand Manager, Freelan Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd. In this knowledge sharing forum, he discussed the value of Corporate Social Responsibility for organizations and how marketing students might ent
Responsibility” on 25 th of June, 2022 from 4.00 p.m to 5.00 p.m via Zoom. The session was conducted by Mr. Thisara Meegahawaththa, Brand Manager, Freelan Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd. In this knowledge sharing forum, he discussed the value of Corporate Social Responsibility for organizations and how marketing students might ent
The Tax Seminar
As a result of collaboration between Mosvold-Martinus Foundation and the University of Ruhuna, the main library has received ten laptops. With these resources, the main library at University of Ruhuna has started a laptop lending service to provide undergraduates studying at Wellamadama premises with an opportunity to use a laptop within the library. The undergraduates can borrow a laptop for three hours at a time, from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. on weekdays. The laptops can be loaned at the Sri Lanka Collection of the main library, and students need their university ID card or the record book to borrow a laptop.
As a result of collaboration between Mosvold-Martinus Foundation and the University of Ruhuna, the main library has received ten laptops. With these resources, the main library at University of Ruhuna has started a laptop lending service to provide undergraduates studying at Wellamadama premises with an opportunity to use a laptop within the library. The undergraduates can borrow a laptop for three hours at a time, from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. on weekdays. The laptops can be loaned at the Sri Lanka Collection of the main library, and students need their university ID card or the record book to borrow a laptop.
A Document Delivery Service at the Library
The Consortium of Sri Lankan Academic Libraries (CONSAL) has established a Centralized Document Delivery Service through British Library Document Supply Service, with funding from the UGC, Sri Lanka. This service is coordinated by the Library, the University of Colombo with the objective of catering to students, the academic and non-academic staff of the fifteen state universities functioning under UGC. Under this service, you can now request scholarly articles through completing the article request form and sending it to mainlib@lib.ruh.ac.lk or handing over the completed form to the Library Circulation Desk. Students and staff are encouraged to request the articles which are not of open access and/or already available under the university subscriptions. more
The Consortium of Sri Lankan Academic Libraries (CONSAL) has established a Centralized Document Delivery Service through British Library Document Supply Service, with funding from the UGC, Sri Lanka. This service is coordinated by the Library, the University of Colombo with the objective of catering to students, the academic and non-academic staff of the fifteen state universities functioning under UGC. Under this service, you can now request scholarly articles through completing the article request form and sending it to mainlib@lib.ruh.ac.lk or handing over the completed form to the Library Circulation Desk. Students and staff are encouraged to request the articles which are not of open access and/or already available under the university subscriptions. more
Plantation Challenge
Circle of Human Resource Development (HRD) organized a home garden tree plantation challenge to motivate the university community to add value to their spaces through planting a tree, which would ultimately act as a lifelong investment. Academic staff and undergraduates of the faculty, and undergraduates representing the other universities in Sri Lanka took part in this tree plantation drive through planting saplings at their home garden and sending a snapshot to publish in the official Facebook page of HRD circle at University of Ruhuna. The winner/s of the tree plantation challenge is/are declared based on the engagement of the each snapshot on the official Facebook page of HRD circle.
Decide Your Next Step
An online session, namely “Decide Your Next Step”, organized by the Unilever Sri Lanka in collaboration with Human Resources Development Circle at University of Ruhuna was conducted via Zoom on 22 nd of May 2020 from 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m., with the participation of nearly 200 participants. The session was hosted by Keshavi Puswewala, HR Business Partner, Corporate Function and R&D Employer Brand Lead, Sri Lanka, and the aim of the session was to guide undergraduates toward making a better choice in deciding the path for their dream career.
What is a Qualitative Study? What is its rationale?
An online session on “What is a Qualitative Study? What is its rationale?” was organized by Dr. G.T. W Sriyani, Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, as a partial fulfillment of the course unit on ENT 41223: Research Methodology. The session was opened for all the undergraduates in the Faculty of Management and Finance with Prof. Danture Wickramasinghe, Chair in Management Accounting and the Director of the PhD program in Accounting and Finance at Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, UK as the resource person. The session was conducted online via Zoom on 03rd June 2021 from 2.30 to 5.00pm, with the participation of 174 undergraduates from the whole faculty.
An online session on “What is a Qualitative Study? What is its rationale?” was organized by Dr. G.T. W Sriyani, Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, as a partial fulfillment of the course unit on ENT 41223: Research Methodology. The session was opened for all the undergraduates in the Faculty of Management and Finance with Prof. Danture Wickramasinghe, Chair in Management Accounting and the Director of the PhD program in Accounting and Finance at Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, UK as the resource person. The session was conducted online via Zoom on 03rd June 2021 from 2.30 to 5.00pm, with the participation of 174 undergraduates from the whole faculty.
Welcoming Newbies to the HRM
The Department of Human Resource Management together with circle of HRD conducted a virtual session via Zoom on 22 nd of July 2020 from 2.00 p.m. to 2.45 p.m. to officially welcome the new comers to the HRM specialization area, with the participation of academic staff and the HRM major undergraduates. The welcoming ceremony was of greater importance for new students to become familiar with the new learning environment, and provided new comers with an encouragement and a momentum to continue their future studies in the field of HRM.
A Workshop on Photography for Socio-Emotional Skills
The ELTA-ELSE team at the faculty conducted a workshop on 02 nd of October 2020 at the Mini Conference Hall, Department of Economics, University of Ruhuna to develop the curriculum for the proposed photography for socio-emotional skills course. Mr. Prageeth. M. Aluthwattha from University of Kelaniya, Mr. Nalaka Wijewardhane from Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo participated in the workshop as the resource persons. The workshop assisted to bring and scrutinize the diverse perspectives of the participants in a common forum.
The ELTA-ELSE team at the faculty conducted a workshop on 02 nd of October 2020 at the Mini Conference Hall, Department of Economics, University of Ruhuna to develop the curriculum for the proposed photography for socio-emotional skills course. Mr. Prageeth. M. Aluthwattha from University of Kelaniya, Mr. Nalaka Wijewardhane from Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo participated in the workshop as the resource persons. The workshop assisted to bring and scrutinize the diverse perspectives of the participants in a common forum.
Unleashing the potential to thrive in a new normal
The Department of Marketing conducted a virtual session via Zoom on 20 th of January from 4.15 p.m. to 6.45 p.m., under the theme of "preparing undergraduates for the job market in a new normal/post-pandemic context". The session was targeted at undergraduates, and intended to educate them on how to cope up with challenges in the ever-changing corporate environment. Ms. Rovina Vandersay, Ms. Yasasi Bandaranayake, and Mr. Chinthaka Chathuraga representing Nestle Lanka served as the resource persons, and 229 unique participants took part in the session, signaling that the session was an absolute success.
The Department of Marketing conducted a virtual session via Zoom on 20 th of January from 4.15 p.m. to 6.45 p.m., under the theme of "preparing undergraduates for the job market in a new normal/post-pandemic context". The session was targeted at undergraduates, and intended to educate them on how to cope up with challenges in the ever-changing corporate environment. Ms. Rovina Vandersay, Ms. Yasasi Bandaranayake, and Mr. Chinthaka Chathuraga representing Nestle Lanka served as the resource persons, and 229 unique participants took part in the session, signaling that the session was an absolute success.
INQUEST 1.0
The Circle of Accounting conducted a series of online sessions on research professionalism, namely INQUEST 1.0 with the aim of promoting a research culture among undergraduates at the faculty. In INQUEST 1.0, six sessions on different aspects of research were successfully conducted by an experienced panel of lecturers of the Department of Accounting and Finance during September-November 2021. Each session had a participation of more than 100 students representing the Faculty of Management and Finance, UoR and other universities of Sri Lanka.
A Workshop on Examination Process/Procedures
A workshop on examination process/procedures, including best practices of paper setting, moderation and marking was held on 19 th of August 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon at MFLT, with the participation of academic staff at the faculty. Professor H.S.C. Perera, Dr. M.K. Wanniarchchige, and Dr. A.B. Sirisena acted as the resource persons of the workshop, in which the aim was to provide academic staff with more understanding to how to align program learning objectives with the intended learning objectives of the course units, how to set the examination questions, and how to mark the examination papers with a well-developed marking scheme..
Meet the Marketers Webinar Series
The sixth session of ‘Meet the marketers’ online webinar series, organized by the Department of Marketing, University of Ruhuna, took place on 29th June 2021 via zoom from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The session was delivered by the convincing speaker, instructor and the famous sales trainer Mr. D.D. Samanthilake [National Sales Manager of Oriflame Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.] on the topic ‘digital world and event marketing’. The extended session was instrumental in enlightening the undergraduates on the versatility of digital marketing and how this versatile discipline could be adapted to event marketing.
The sixth session of ‘Meet the marketers’ online webinar series, organized by the Department of Marketing, University of Ruhuna, took place on 29th June 2021 via zoom from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The session was delivered by the convincing speaker, instructor and the famous sales trainer Mr. D.D. Samanthilake [National Sales Manager of Oriflame Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.] on the topic ‘digital world and event marketing’. The extended session was instrumental in enlightening the undergraduates on the versatility of digital marketing and how this versatile discipline could be adapted to event marketing.
A Workshop on Examination Manual
A workshop on examination manual was held on 17 th of August 2020 from 10.00 a.m. to 02.00 p.m. at MFLT 5, with the participation of academic and non- academic staff of the faculty. The workshop was a discussion type session in nature and, aimed at obtaining staff inputs on the revised examination manual while providing staff with a platform to become familiar with the procedures specified in the manual. The session was coordinated and conducted by Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.
Kavyamaya Dhamma Deshanawa
In the tradition of dhamma dana and pausing to direct one’s mind towards higher spiritual goals, the Circle of Human Resource Development organized a dhamma sermon, namely "Kavyamaya Dhamma Deshanawa" on 27th of February 2020, for academic, non-academic and undergraduates in Faculty of Management and Finance. An erudite sermon delivered by Venerable Sunanda thero commenced at 4.00 p.m. and continued till 5.00 p.m. at the Buddhist shrine room located in front of the Library of University of Ruhuna. This meritorious event was graced at a high level of faculty administration, with the participation of Dr. T.S.L.W. Gunawardhana, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance.
Marketing Ethics and Modern Trade
“Marketing Ethics and Modern Trade” was another important session of the Marketing Ethics guest lecture series organized by the Circle of Marketing, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The resource person of the session was Ms. Nilusha Fernando, Head of Marketing, Jaykay Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd. The session was held on 05 th August 2022 at 5.00 p.m. onwards via zoom platform. The practice of Marketing ethics in the supermarket industry was discussed during the session and it was concluded with a great success.
Use MS Word Effectively - 2nd phase
Circle of Human Resource Development organized the 2nd virtual session on How to Use MS Word Effectively on 12th August 2021, 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm via zoom. The session was conducted by Dr.Manjula K.Wanniarachchige, Senior Lecturer, Department of Accounting and Finance, University of Ruhuna. Dr.B.L.Galhena, The Head of the Department of Human Resource Management, Lecturers and, undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna participated to the session
A Guest Lecture
A guest lecture on “HR practices for Contemporary Organization Context and Future Trends” organized by the HRD circle was successfully held on 28th of July, 2019 from 8.30 a.m. to 12 .30 noon at MFLT 02 with the participation of students in HRM specialization area and the staff. MR Senaka Muhandiramge acted as the resource person of the guest lecture. The guest lecture provided students with experiential knowledge about contemporary organizational HR practices and future HR trends in the world of HRM.
Digital Edge 2.0: 1 st Guest Lecture
The Circle of Marketing has planned to conduct a series of guest lectures, namely 'Digital Edge 2.0' under the theme of' Digitalize with Experts&', to provide students with a practical perspective to digitalization and its implications on marketing. The very first guest lecture of the Digital Edge 2.0 was conducted on 25th October 2021 from 5.00 pm onwards via Zoom, with the
participation of marketing major undergraduates at the faculty. The session was centered on 'Introduction to Digital Marketing' and continued for one hour, with the active involvement of the participants. The guest speaker, Mr. Nisal De Silva, Director of Digital Strategy at Cinnamon Hotels, a certified digital lecturer in Sri Lanka, shared his expertise and experiences on the latest technologies in the context of digital marketing, making the session fruitful.
Freshers’ Blooms 2020
‘Freshers’ Blooms 2020’, a talent show organized by the faculty for freshers, ended with a remarkably enjoyable evening on the 17th of January 2020 at the open theatre near the university library premises. Being a part of the orientation program conducted for the new students, the talent show was involved with new students as well as the academic and non-academic staff, symbolizing harmony and unity among all members of the faculty. The event was colored with many musical and dancing items along with the short dramas.
A guest lecture on “HR Audit in an organizational context”
To give practical exposure about how to conduct HR audits effectively, the Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture on “HR Audit in an organizational context” under the HRM 41433- Strategic HRM subject. The guest lecture was held on 27 th July 2022 from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm via Zoom and the target audience is HRM specialized 4000 level undergraduates. The session was conducted by Mrs Chryshanthi Lokuhetty, Chief Manager, Human Resources, Sampath Bank PLC.Decide your next step
“Decide your next step-The right way to choose your future career” guest lecture organized by the Department of Human Resource Management was held on 22 nd September 2022 from 9.30 am to 10.30 am via Zoom. This program is organized to guide 2000-level undergraduates to select their specializing area in the forthcoming semester. The session was conducted by Keshavi Puswewala Senior HR Business Partner – Corporate Functions and T&O & Employer Brand Lead – Unilever Sri Lanka.
“Decide your next step-The right way to choose your future career” guest lecture organized by the Department of Human Resource Management was held on 22 nd September 2022 from 9.30 am to 10.30 am via Zoom. This program is organized to guide 2000-level undergraduates to select their specializing area in the forthcoming semester. The session was conducted by Keshavi Puswewala Senior HR Business Partner – Corporate Functions and T&O & Employer Brand Lead – Unilever Sri Lanka.
Digital Disruption 2019
The Digital Disruption 2019, organized by the faculty was held on 16th of August 2019 at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa. The event was aimed at creating a platform to explore opportunities available in the modern digital economy. Basically, the forum focused on some critical aspects of digitalization with the views of experts in the area. Prof. Rotem Shneor, Mr. Thilak Piyadigama, Mr. Dulith Herath,Mr. Parakum A. Pathirana,Mr. Nalaka Gunawardene, and Mr. Chaminda Dilhanake Hettiarachchi participated in the event as the panelists.
A CSR Project
In parallel with the නැනාභිවර්ශා second anniversary celebration of the Department of Human Resource Management, the Circle of Human Resource Development organized a CSR project on 01 st of November 2021 in an attempt to assist rural schools with insufficient facilities to carry out their educational activities smoothly. In here, almost all HRM-specialized students actively contributed to this through collecting storybooks/other stationery items and donating them to the students at Ambilipitiya Sudarshana Vidyalaya and MR/ Sumana Junior School. Considering the present situation triggered by the Covid -19 pandemic, we took necessary actions to limit the participation in implementing this initiative.
Health and Safety Management Practices in an Organizational Context- Guest Lecture
In line with the HRM 22413- Safety and Health Management subject, The Department of Human Resource Management organized a guest lecture on " Health and safety management practices in an organizational context. The session was organized with the purpose of providing the knowledge and understanding of 2000-level human resource management specialized undergraduates regarding how health and safety management practice in a real organizational setting. Mrs Thilini H.K. Liyanage, District Factory Inspecting Engineer, Department of Labour participated as a guest speaker in the session. The session was successfully held on 23rd January 2023 from 9. 00 am to 11 00 am at MFLT 2B.
Shining Stars: Celebrating Success at the 30th Convocation
The 30th convocation of University of Ruhuna marked a significant milestone in the history of the Department of Human Resource Management (HRM), as it proudly presented two prestigious gold medals, commending outstanding achievements and academic excellence in the field of Human Resource Management.
Miss. Chamani Nandasena (MF/2018/5336) was honored with the Deshamanya Dr. Nihal Jinasena Memorial Gold Medal in recognition of her Read moreGuest Lecture on “HR Practices for Contemporary Organization Context and Future Trends
A guest lecture on “HR practices for Contemporary organization context and future trends”organized by the Circle of HRD, will be held on 27 th of June 2019 from 9 am to 12 noon atMFLT 02 with the participation of students in HRM specialization area of all levels. The lecturewill be conducted by Mr.Asoka Muhandiramge, Consultant in Chartered Institute of Personnel Management. Session will provide students a professional insight of traditional and future HRtrends and of becoming a future HR manager.
Field Visit -2024
The Department of Human Resource Management organized a one-day field visit on the 8 th of February 2024, for 3000-level HRM Specialization students of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The students visited Bodyline (Pvt) Ltd, a joint venture of MAS Holdings which is one of the largest apparel sector organizations in the South Asian Region that has nearly 8000 workforces. The organization has an unbreakable reputation for its application of standard HR practices and a sustainable working environment. The other destination organization was PGP Glass Ceylon PLC, the only glass manufacturing companyin Sri Lanka with a rich history of over 60 years. Read MoreWelcome 2024 - Department of Management and Entrepreneurship
The Entrepreneurship Study Circle hosted "Department Welcome 2024" to warmly introduce new students to the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. Held on 6 th November 2024, at MFLT 06, the official welcome ceremony included inspiring speeches from the Head of the Department and a range of interactive activities organized by the Entrepreneurship Study Circle.
The event was attended by all academic staff and all undergraduates majoring in Entrepreneurship, creating an engaging atmosphere that encouraged meaningful connections. Through networking sessions and open discussions, new students had the chance to interact with faculty, build friendships with peers, and gain valuable insights into the department’s values and opportunities, setting the tone for their entrepreneurial journey ahead.
Yum Yard Food Stall: 2024
The Circle of Human Resource Development in collaboration with the Department of Human Resource Management successfully organized the "Yum Yard" Food Stall at the University premises on the 12th and 13th of December 2024 from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Student teams demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment to fulfilling the demands of this two-day event. Among the culinary highlights was the authentic taste of "Hoppers," which proved a resounding success with a diverse clientele, solidifying its reputation as a crowd favorite. Other popular offerings included delectable ice cream, Nescafe, and chickpeas. Beyond serving delectable treats, this student-led initiative served as a valuable platform for fundraising, with proceeds earmarked for future student development programs.
Pen to Paper Power up; Workshop on Assignment Writing
A workshop on Assignment Writing was successfully held at MFLT 05 on the 06th of November 2024, which was organized by the Department of Accountancy. The workshop aimed at helping students develop strong academic writing skills essential for their coursework and future careers. The session was conducted by Mr. Vijitha Gunarathna, Department Head of Accountancy. The workshop provided valuable insights into structuring assignments, developing cohesive arguments, and mastering the essential writing techniques necessary for coursework
Faculty Day 2019
The Faculty of Management and Finance organized the "Faculty Day 2019" on 30th of January 2019 at university playground. The “Faculty Day 2019” kicked off at 8.00 in the morning and continued till 6.00 in the evening. The event was a great success with the active involvement of the participants; academics, non-academics, and undergraduates. Through providing an ideal platform to break the wheel of monotony for a while, the event helped participants to strike a balance between routine and extra-curricular activities.
HR Disclosure-2022 Magazine Launch
The HR Disclosure magazine is published on the Faculty of Management and Finance website. ( http://mgt.ruh.ac.lk/images/ne/hrdcloma.pdf)
Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna had thehonor of launching the first issue of the academic magazine, ‘The HR Disclosure’ 2022 under the theme of HR Discipline
on 1 st November 2022 at the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.
The magazine features the perspectives of well-known academics, industry experts, graduates, and undergraduatesfrom local and international context. The HR Disclosure builds a platform for the HRM stakeholders to pen down their perspectives while also being a useful source for the readers to fill their knowledge gap. The editorial board of ‘The HR Disclosure’ magazine anticipate to uplift the quality of the magazine to an all-inclusive, well-known magazine among the HR practitioners.
Rhythm of Marketing 2k18
The Circle of Marketing organized 'Rhythm of Marketing 2k18, which was basically a ceremonial function for welcoming new students to the Department of Marketing. As such, the official welcoming of newcomers to the Department of Marketing was held on 27th of November 2018 at the MFLT 03 with the participation of academic staff and the marketing major undergraduates at the Department. The welcoming ceremony featuring speeches from the Head of the Department and the office bearers of the Circle of Marketing had been continuing for the duration of one hour.A Two-Day Study Tour
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a two-day study tour to Eco-Feel Foods (Pvt) Ltd, Matale, Athreya Ayurvedic Ashram, Habarana, Mutu Village, Habarana, Heritance Kandalama, Dambulla, and Kalundewa Retreat, Dambulla on 27th and 28th of February 2019. The study tour was organized under the subjects of Social and Green Entrepreneurship, and Tourism and Entrepreneurship to provide 3000 level undergraduates major in Entrepreneurship with an opportunity to track the social, green and tourism-related business opportunities in Sri Lanka
Yum Yard Food Stall at the 30th Convocation
The Circle of Human Resource Development of the Department of Human Resource Management organized the Yum Yard Food Stall at the University premises on the 14th and 15th of December 2023. Tailored specifically for the convocation, the stall catered to the attendees from 8:00 A.M. to 6:30 p.m. on both days. Student teams dedicatedly worked to meet the demands of the two-day event, showcasing their commitment to excellence. The authentic taste of “Game Roti” was among the standout foods that attracted a diverse array of customers, earning its reputation as one of the best selections.Read moreGuest Lecture on Creativity and Innovation
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a special guest lecture on ‘Creativity and Innovation for the 2000 and 3000 level students on 03 rd November at Faculty premises. The resource person was Prof. Nalaka Wickramasinghe, Department of Commerce and Financial Management Studies, University of Kelaniya.The event was successful in sharing the knowledge and experience on creativity and innovative opportunities with the aim of stimulating undergraduates towards Entrepreneurship
Guest Lecture on Microsoft Power BI
The Department of Finance organized a guest lecture, giving a great opportunity to the students of the Faculty of Management and Finance to get familiar with Microsoft Power BI. The session was conducted by Mr. Lasantha Gamage, the managing director of LDW Accounting and Business Service Pty Ltd in Perth, Australia. He is an expert in large ERP systems and the Microsoft Office suite, having been exposed to the health service, mining and gas, manufacturing, and construction sectors. The session was held on 18 th November 2022 via the Zoom meeting platform and it was a highly successful session in sharing knowledge and experience on data analysis using Microsoft Power BI.
Logo Launching Ceremony of the Society of Finance Students (SoFiSt)
The Society of Finance Students (SoFiSt) celebrated a key milestone on 23 rd of October, 2024, with the unveiling of its new departmental logo at MFLT 02A, Faculty of Management and Finance. The event, held at 2:00 p.m., was graced by esteemed faculty members, including the Dean, Prof. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, and other distinguished lecturers. Students of SoFiSt also participated in the ceremony. more
Marketing Ethics in Pharmaceutical Industry
“Marketing Ethics and Modern Trade” was another important session of the Marketing “Marketing Ethics in Pharmaceutical Industry” was another important session of the Marketing Ethics guest lecture series organized by the Circle of Marketing, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The resource person of the session was Mr. Prasad Magammana, Respiratory Marketing Lead at GSK Sri Lanka. The session was held on 10 th August 2022 at 4.00 p.m. onwards via zoom platform. The practice of Marketing ethics in the pharmaceutical industry was discussed during the session and it was concluded with a great success.
A workshop on Counseling
A workshop on 'Counseling' organized by the Faculty of Management and Finance was held on 30th October 2018 from 09.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon at Faculty Board Room. The workshop was basically intended to provide participants with an awareness on " Guidance, Counseling and Its Principles". The resource person, Mr. Gamini Hemachandra, Senior Psychological Counselor was able to make the session more interactive through allowing participants to bring their ideas into a discussion.Workshop on Personal Branding and Professionalism 2018
Sri Lankan Airlines Aviation College together with the Career Guidance Unit successfully conducted an interactive one-day workshop on 24th of August 2018 on the theme, “Personal Branding and Professionalism” at the auditorium of Science Faculty. The sessions were conducted by Ms. Ayanthi Silva, Business Development and Training Operations Manager, Sri Lankan Aviation College, Sri Lankan Airlines Limited. The workshop was indeed a solid foundation for the students to be groomed and transformed into proficient individuals in reaching their own career goals.Writing introduction and problem statement to a dissertation
A An online session on “How to write an introduction and problem statement to a dissertation”, organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship was conducted via Zoom on 09 th November 2023 from 6.30 PM onwards. The session catered to the 4000 level undergraduates within the department, equipping them with essential skills to excel in their research endeavor. Mrs. D.M.R Deepika, Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna as the resource person of the session. Her expertise and the engaging content made this session exceptionally captivating and intellectually stimulating for improving the research skills of the students.Empowering Small Scale Entrepreneurs
The Project in Collaboration with the Department of Marketing of University of Ruhuna,Department of Samurdhi and the Central bank of Sri Lanka.
A one-day workshop was organized by the Department of Marketing as a partial requirement of the course of study; Strategic Marketing, for the final year students. Aim of this workshop was to assist and support entrepreneurs from the Southern Province of Sri Lanka on marketing their products and services as well as mentor them to achieve their future goals and objectives.
A Workshop on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
A workshop on sexual and gender-based violence was held on 7th of January, 2020 at the faculty premises; MFLT 05. Dr. Shamala Kumar from University of Peradeniya served as the resource person of the workshop and, the event kicked off at 10.00 a.m. The workshop was basically aimed at educating participants about gender equity and, sexual and gender-based violence. The workshop ended with an interactive session in which the focus was centered upon the formulation of a policy for sexual and gender-based violence.
Sada Sakmana Musical Event 2018
"Sada Sakmana Musical Event 2018" organized by Faculty of Management and Finance consecutively for the second time in collaboration with Southern Provincial Council Cultural Centre, on 08th August 2018, from 4.00 p.m to 6.00 p.m at the faculty premises. The event will provide academic, non-academic and students with a platform to exhibit their aesthetic talents and skills.
Study Tour 2025- Department of Management and Entrepreneurship
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a one-day study tour on 11th July 2025 for 3000-level Entrepreneurship specialized undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The tour was designed to provide students with practical exposure to eco-friendly practices, sustainable manufacturing, and export-oriented business strategies.
As part of the tour, students visited Rathna Batik, PGP Glass Ceylon PLC, Eco Papers (Pvt) Ltd, and KewumKokis.com. These visits enabled students to engage with industry professionals and observe real-world business operations, offering valuable insights into sustainable entrepreneurship and global market integration. This experience helped students bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application, while fostering critical thinking and inspiring them to explore innovative and responsible entrepreneurial paths.
Future-Proofing Your Career for 2030 & Beyond
The Department of Accountancy successfully organised an insightful and forward-thinking session titled "Industry Readiness: Future-Proofing Your Career for 2030 & Beyond" which took place on 30th April 2025 at MFLT 01, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The session was conducted by Mr. Thilina Bandara, Associate Principal Consultant at Nagarro and a Certified Trainer, whose expertise and engaging delivery captivated the audience. This event was organised as part of a collaborative initiative coordinated by CMA Sri Lanka to equip undergraduates with the necessary tools and mindset to thrive in the evolving professional landscape. Overall, the session offered immense value to participants, empowering them to approach their future careers with clarity, adaptability, and resilience in a rapidly changing global environment.
Workshop on Financial Reporting: Enhancing Transparency and Decision-Making
On 10th July 2024, the Department of Finance organized an insightful online (Zoom) workshop on Financial Reporting. The session was conducted by Professor A.R. Ajward from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and was coordinated by Mr. Kasun Harshana, Lecturer (Probationary).
42 students specializing in finance participated in the session. The workshop successfully equipped participants with a comprehensive understanding of financial reporting principles and standards. It emphasized the importance of transparency in financial reporting, highlighting its impact on stakeholder trust and confidence. Additionally, the session covered the latest trends and challengesin financial reporting, including regulatory changes and technological advancements.
Dhamma Sermon on “The Reality of the Universe”
In commemoration of the Poson month, the English Club of the Department of Human
Resource Management (ECHRM), Faculty of Management and Finance, successfully organized a Dhamma sermon on 25th June 2025, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at the Faculty premises. The sermon was conducted in English by Most Venerable Professor Beligalle Dhammajoti Thero.
Resource Management (ECHRM), Faculty of Management and Finance, successfully organized a Dhamma sermon on 25th June 2025, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at the Faculty premises. The sermon was conducted in English by Most Venerable Professor Beligalle Dhammajoti Thero.
Centered on the theme “The Reality of the Universe,” the session provided profound
reflections on the nature of existence through the lens of Buddhist philosophy. It was a
spiritually enriching and intellectually stimulating experience that inspired participants toreflect deeply on the realities of life.more
reflections on the nature of existence through the lens of Buddhist philosophy. It was a
spiritually enriching and intellectually stimulating experience that inspired participants toreflect deeply on the realities of life.more
“Speaksphere ”,English Camp: Empowering HRM Undergraduates
The English Club of the Department of Human Resource Management, University of Ruhuna, hosted Speaksphere: The English Camp on 04 th June from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the University Gymnasium, exclusively for HRM undergraduates.
The main goal of Speaksphere was to create a supportive space that builds both English language skills and essential soft skills. Students actively participated in a range of creative, skill-building activities, including team discussions, group challenges, storytelling, and public speaking. Fun team-building games and friendly competitions also encouraged collaboration, problem-solving, and stronger peer connections. more
Leadership Training Program
.Leadership Training Program was designed to enhance students' leadership skills and foster personal development. The program utilized an experiential learning approach, emphasizing the importance of learning through engaging activities and enjoyable experiences. Session was organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship in collaboration of Career Guidance Unit held on 10th May 2023 from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm in the university premises. The session was targeted for the 3000 level and 4000 level undergraduates in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. The main focus with the leadership training program was to impart learning on organizational needs such as to improve self- confidence, personality development, team building and effective communication.
Knowledge Sharing Session on Examination Matters
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the faculty organized a knowledge-sharing session on examination matters for faculty staff on 21.02.2024 from 9.00 am to 11.00 am at the New Faculty Board Room. The session aimed to enhance understanding of the revised examination manual and best practices of examinations and related procedures. Prof. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, Prof. P.A.P. Samantha Kumara and Mr. K.G.P.V. Vijitha Gunarathna served as the resource persons for the session and shared their expertise on various aspects of examinations, including revised examination manual, effective question paper setting and marking techniques and maintaining integrity and transparency in examination processes. Read More
UNIFIARA 2024
The English Club of the Department of Human Resource Management successfully hosted its first annual grand event, UNIFIARA 2024, focusing on 'Unity and Environmental Consciousness,' offering a platform for students to showcase their linguistic, creative, and artistic talents. A key highlight of the program was the dynamic group performances in Drama, Singing, and Role-Play, showcasing students' abilities to combine English language skills with teamwork and creativity. Additionally, the ceremony included the presentation of awards to winners of online competitions, such as Creative Writing (Poem, Story, and Essay Writing) and Speech Competitions, which were conducted prior to the event. Dr. Jayarani Ramawickrama, more
My Dissertation Journey: Experience Sharing Session
“My Dissertation Journey”, an experience-sharing session organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, was held on October 5, 2023, from 6.30 pm via Zoom. Then session was conducted by Mrs. A.S. Munasinghe, Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.n During the program, she shared her experience on how time and other precious resources should be effectively utilized to successfully complete the final year dissertation with final year undergraduates of the Faculty of Management, University of Ruhuna. Her session proved to be fruitful, as students gained valuable knowledge and insights that will undoubtedly assist them in their journey to successfully complete their final year dissertations.
Fun Evening
Fun Evening – happy Clips, entertaining event successfully held on 01 st November 2022 from 2.00 PM onwards for 2000 level and 3000 level undergraduates of Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at the faculty premises. Entrepreneurship Study Circle organized this entertaining event to create a platform for entrepreneurship specialized undergraduates to build collaborative behaviors with others. One major objective of this event and participating in activities is to learn problem-solving, strategy, trust, calculated risk-taking and how to adapt to unforeseen issues.
Business Plan Development Competition - 'The Investors' Day
The Department of Accountancy & Finance, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka has organized a Business Plan Development competition attached to their major annual event of “The Investors’ Day” which included The Business Plan Development competition carrying the expectation of providing an opportunity for university students to generate their own business ideas. Two groups of undergraduates from Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna who participated in this competition were able to be selected into the Grand Finale of the competition as Finalists. Read more
Entrepreneurial dialogue -2022
"Entrepreneurial Dialogue 2022" organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneurship Study Circle for the 2000 level and 3000 level entrepreneurship specialized students was successfully held on 01 st November, 2022 at the faculty premises. Mr. Dulanjana Withanage, CEO of Jack Fruit Ceylon Pvt Ltd and Mrs. Anusha Warnakula, CEO of Susinidu baby care products were the resource persons of the session and, they were able to make the environment more conducive. The students were keen in interacting with the each throughout the session, thus, resulting in a massive success in the workshop.
A Workshop For the Faculty Development
The inaugural event, 'Premier Pas 23' organized by the students of the Department of Finance, was held on 6 th December 2023, from 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. at the university gymnasium. The lecturers from the Department of Finance graced the event as special guests. The event featured a variety of entertaining activities, including fun games, dance performances, music, speeches, and more. The primary objective of fostering a strong bond among the first batch of finance students was effectively accomplished. A special expression of thanks was extended to all the lecturers and students of the Department of Finance for their invaluable contributions to 'Premier Pas 23'.
Outbound Training Program- 2024
The Outbound Training Program (OBT) with a Bonfire Night was an action and activity-based behavioral training intervention for HRM-specialized undergraduates, organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit. It was held on the 23rd of October 2024 from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm at the university premises. The program was hosted by Ms. Pubudu Mallawarachchi, Career Guidance Counselor from the Career Guidance Unit, with the morning physical session led by Ms. Dilupa Priyadarshani, Instructor in Physical Education from the Physical Education Unit, University of Ruhuna. more
Luminary 2023
Luminary 2023 - The welcome program of the Department of Marketing for the 2020/2021 Batch was successfully held on the 14th of November 2023 at the Gymnasium from 8.00 a.m. onwards. The program was organized by the Circle of Marketing. Luminary took a new phase this time not limited to the lecture hall. The program consisted of physical fitness activities and team-building activities for students. The main aim of the program was to develop students' communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
How to Amp Up Your LinkedIn Profile
“How to Amp Up Your LinkedIn Profile” guest lecture was organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development, University of Ruhuna to guide final undergraduates regarding how to manage their professional profile effectively on the LinkedIn platform. The session was conducted by Mr Adrian Fernando, Talent Consulting Specialist at EMAPTA on 5 th August 2021 from 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm via Zoom with more than 250+ participants.
A Workshop For the Faculty Development
“My Dissertation Journey”, an experience-sharing session organized by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, was held on October 5, 2023, from 6.30 pm via Zoom. Then session was conducted by Mrs. A.S. Munasinghe, Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.n During the program, she shared her experience on how time and other precious resources should be effectively utilized to successfully complete the final year dissertation with final year undergraduates of the Faculty of Management, University of Ruhuna. Her session proved to be fruitful, as students gained valuable knowledge and insights that will undoubtedly assist them in their journey to successfully complete their final year dissertations.
On & Above HRIS : HRIS Solution Analysis Adaptation & Managing Change
Department of Human Resource Management and MintHRM collaboratively organized an all-inclusive 10 weeks course on HRIS “On and Above HRIS-Virtual Lab powered by Mint HRM’’ to third and fourth-year Human Resource Management specialized undergraduates to shape up their technical skills and give exposure to performing better in the industrial world. The seventh session was held on the 13th of October 2021 from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm via zoom. The resource person of the session was the Co-Founder of MintHRM, Mrs. Thanuja Masakorala. Lecturers of the Department of HRM and more than 125 pre-registered students in the Department of HRM have participated in the session.
Branding Workshop - Session II
The second session of the branding workshop series organized by the Department of Marketing, University of Ruhuna took place on 11 th January 2021 at 7.00 P.M onwards via zoom platform. The session was conducted by Mr. Irosha de Silva, CEO at CreativeHub. Mr. Irosha shared his expertise and experiences in the field of branding, making the session fruitful
My Dissertation Journey
The Circle of Human Resource Development, University of Ruhuna successfully conducted a research experience sharing session titled “My Dissertation Journey” for the final year undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance to discuss how time, resources, and interests can be used to benefit the final year dissertation. Ms.Nisansala Maduwanthi, Lecturer (probationary), Department of Human Resource Management, University of Ruhuna, hosted the session on 11th of June 2021, from 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. More than 200 undergraduates participated in the virtual session. Within an hour, she recounted her undergraduate research experience, and the following time was set aside to address students' queries on final year dissertation.
A Stakeholder Meeting
A stakeholder meeting on the proposed Bachelor of Business Administration in Tourism and Hospitality Management Degree program was held on 30 th of July 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon at the Boardroom, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna, with the participation of nearly 20 experts representing both the academia and the industry. The primary\ objective of the workshop was to obtain the expert inputs to develop the proposed degree program, which would meet the needs in the field of tourism and hospitality management.
Awareness session for the internship
ICTA team at the faculty together with A virtual awareness session for the internship course unit was organized by the Circle of Accounting on the 13th September 2022. The target audience of the session were the final year undergraduates of the Department of Accountancy eligible to start their internship training from 19th September 2022. The main objective of the session was to provide an overview of the requirements to successfully complete the internship course unit of the degree program. This session was conducted by Ms. Thanya Weerasinghe, the internship coordinator of the Department of Accountancy and it was met with an enthusiastic level of participation from the undergraduates of the department.Annual General Meeting of the Circle of HRM
Annual General Meeting of Circle of Human Resource Development was successfully held on 2nd of June 2021 from 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm online. In this meeting executive officers were appointed for the academic year 2021/22 and discussed initiatives for executions throughout the coming year. Prof. P.A.P.S.Kumara, the Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr. B.L.Galhena, the Head, Department of HRM, Dr. R.M.Rathnayaka, Senior Lecturer, Department of HRM, and Mr. R.M.D.D.Rathnayake, Senior Lecturer, Department of HRM addressed the meeting. Other Senior, Junior and temporary lecturers of the Department of HRM and third and fourth year undergraduates of the Department of HRM attended the meeting.
A workshop on BBA in Business Law
A consultative workshop on proposed Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Business Law Degree program at the faculty was held on 23 rd of July 2020 from 8.45 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. at the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration, Colombo 07, with the objective of obtaining professional expertise to expand the proposed syllabus to match with the graduate profile, objectives and outcomes of the program. Professor Wasantha Seneviratne, Department of Public & International Law, Faculty of Law, University of Colombo and Dr. Nishantha Sampath Punchihewa, Senior Lecturer, Department of Commercial Law, Faculty of Law, University ofColombo participated in the workshop as the resource persons.
" Computer application in Project Management - MS Project"
" Computer application in Project Management - MS Project" virtual session organized under the subject of Project Management by Department of Human Resource Management and Department of Management and Entrepreneurship collaboratively for 3000 level students specializing in Human Resource Management and Management and Entrepreneurship. The session was successfully held on 6th September 2021 from 9.00 am to 11.00 am via zoom. Session conducted by Dr. Manjula K. Wanniarachchige, Senior Lecturer, Department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna.
Marketing Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility
The Circle of Marketing held a virtual session on “Marketing Ethics and Corporate Social
Responsibility” on 25 th of June, 2022 from 4.00 p.m to 5.00 p.m via Zoom. The session was conducted by Mr. Thisara Meegahawaththa, Brand Manager, Freelan Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd. In this knowledge sharing forum, he discussed the value of Corporate Social Responsibility for organizations and how marketing students might enter the field as ethical marketers.
An MoU between UoR and CIPM
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the University of Ruhuna (UoR) and Charted Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) was signed at the Vice-Chancellors’ office, University of Ruhuna on 18 th of January 2021. The objective of signing this MoU was to commence a partnership on educational cooperation between UoR and CIPM. Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice-Chancellor of UoR, Professor P. A. P. Samantha Kumara, the Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr. B. L. Galhena, the Head, Department of Human Resource Management, academic staff of the Department of Human Resource Management, Mr. U. A. C. Obeysekere, the Chief Executive Officer of CIPM, and the Executive Council members of CIPM participated in this occasion.
“නැණාභිවර්ෂා’’ 02 nd Anniversary Celebration
"නැණාභිවර්ෂා" virtual ceremony organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development to celebrate the 02 nd anniversary of the Department of Human Resource Management was held on 01 st November 2021 at 6.00 pm via zoom. Parallel to the ceremony Department launched the official website of the Department of Human Resource Management and a mini- CSR project to support schooling students in rural areas. Prof. P.A.P. Samantha Kumara, the Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance delivered the keynote speech at the ceremony. The Head, lecturers, and students of the Department of Human Resource Management participated to celebrate two years excellence of the Department of Human Resource Management
Meet the Marketers 2.0
The second session of the 'Meet the Marketers'; online webinar series organized by the Department of Marketing was rolled out on 13 th May 2020, with the participation of more than 100 participants. Mrs. Dulanganee Mathugama, Brand Manager at Hemas Manufacturing conducted the session on the recently implemented digital driven advertising campaign for the new Clogard tooth gel variant. This interactive session paved the way for the undergraduates to learn and question the aspects relevant to practically implementing a trendjacking campaign via social media.
A guest lecture on Corporate Entrepreneurship
A guest lecture on “Corporate Entrepreneurship” was organized by Dr. Fauzul Mafasiya. The session was successfully held online via Zoom on 30th August 2021 from 9.00 am to 11.00 am. The session was opened for the undergraduates in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. Mr. Prasanna Liyanage, Chief Executive Officer of Reflexions Holdings (Pvt) Ltd. was conducted the Lecture as the resource person. Head of the Department, academic staff, and the undergraduates of the department participated in the session.
A Series of Workshops
The Department of Marketing is in the process of conducting a series of online workshops to provide students with exposure to the industry practices. The workshop series will be organized in partnership with some reputed brands ,which have implemented signatory campaigns during the past few years. The very first session of the series on Signal Sina Bo Wewa campaign, hosted by Mr. Chetaka Gunawardane, Senior Brand Manager (Lifeboy) of Unilever Sri Lanka was held on 28th of April 2020, with the participation of more than 100 participants representing undergraduates from different universities in Sri Lanka.
AGM of the TUFMF
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the TUFMF was held on 23rd of January 2019 from 12.00 noon to 2.00 p.m. at the University Guest House with the participation of more than half of its members. The AGM provided members with an opportunity to mingle with each other thereby breaking the wheel of monotony for a while. After presenting the detailed information for the last year activities at TUMAF, the president thanked members for their unrelenting dedication and effort on activities atTUFMF. The meeting ended with the election of office bearers and the committee members (re-appointing the old ones as they were) for the continuation of the activities at the TUMA For the coming year.A Two-Day Field Visit
HRM specialized undergraduates had an opportunity to take part in a two-day field visit to Hirdaramani KNIT Mihila, Agalawatta, and Academy of Adventure, Belihuloya during 28thFebruary to 1st of March 2019. The field visit was organized by the Circle of HRD to provide students with an exposure to HRM in practice (Hirdaramani KNIT Mihila, Agalawatta), and engraving students’ latent skills through offering them with a platform to engage in adventurous activities (Academy of Adventure, Belihuloya).
Investing in the stock market
The 2nd webinar on ‘investing in the stock market’ organized by the Circle of Accounting was conducted on 19th November 2021 from 3.00PM to 4.00PM via zoom. The session had a good level of participation of BBA undergraduates of the faculty.
The webinar was themed as "a practical approach to invest in the Share market" and continued for one hour. The guest speaker, Priyantha Heenpella, Executive, Colombo Stock Exchange shared the updates and experiences of Investing on the stock market.
The 25th general convocation
The 25th general convocation of the University of Ruhuna was successfully held on 07th & 08th of September, 2018 at the Rabindranath Tagore Memorial Auditorium at the University of Ruhuna for the conferment of the Special, General and Postgraduate degrees of the University of Ruhuna. The event is held ceremonially in every year to confer the degrees to students who have completed their respective degrees. The conferment of the degrees of Faculty of Management and Finance was held in the afternoon session on 08th of September, 2018.Volley Busters Intra Faculty Volleyball Championship- 2022
Circle of Human Resource Development, Department of Human Resource Management organized a year-end intra- faculty volleyball championship on 28th December 2022 from 1.00- 6.00 pm at the university of Ruhuna main stadium. By representing each department of the Faculty of Management and Finance student team competed in the volleyball championship and the championship was won by the 1st year team of the Faculty of Management and Finance in three sets to one.
A Double Delight at "NEW DAWN' 23"
The dancing duo from the Faculty of Management and Finance at the University of Ruhuna triumphed in the 'NEW DAWN'23" inter-faculty dancing competition, a vibrant showcase of talent. It was orchestrated by the Center of Social Reconciliation and the Cultural Center of the university. The team, representing S.S Kodithuwakku, D.C.J.L. Wicramaarachchi, K.R.S. Perera, S.P. Gnanarathna, I.D.S.N. Madushani, P.M.V.A. Dissanayake, A.K. Denagamage, M.M.T. Nayanika, I.N.U. Rajapaksha, A.L.G. Nisansala, D.K.Y.S. Dikkumbura, T.C. Wanigasekara, W.A.M.M. Weerakoon, O.A.D. Indumini, Y.H.I.S. Yapa Bandara, W.M.T. Thushmal, Munasinghelage S.V.M, N.S. Senavirathna, L.H.G.O.R. Thathsarani, S.G.D.S. Gunasekara, and M.W. Vindya Devindi, left an indelible mark, showcasing their talent and dedication.
The team secured both first- place trophies, excelling in traditional and freestyle categories. Their victory underscores the institution's commitment to nurturing talent and providing a holistic cultural experience. Heartfelt congratulations to these extraordinary dancers for duly claiming their moment in the spotlight!
HRM in International Context
An online session on “Human Resource Management in International Context”, organized by the Department of Human Resource Management was conducted via Zoom on 17 th of June 2020. The session kicked off at 5.00 p.m. and continued for duration of one hour. This was hosted by Mr. Thushara Balasuriya, Senior Manager- Talent/HR Admin, Siam City Cement (Lanka) Ltd. The 3000 level undergraduates major in Human Resource Management was the target group and the session was an absolute success, with the participation of nearly 50 participants.
AdCon 2019 Inter University Advertising Competition.
The Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna, holds the pride of organizing “AdCon”, the first ever advertising focused inter-university competition in Sri Lanka.
“AdCon” was in progress since September 2019 and was successfully completed as a multi-phase competition on the 6 th of February 2020. It enabled young undergraduates in the State University system to unveil their creative marketing skills while forming a strong platform for creating a sound relationship with the corporate sector of the country. Read more
Decide Your Next Step
"Decide Your Next Step - The Right Way to Choose Your Future Career" virtual session held on 22nd August 2021 from 1.00 pm to 2.45 pm via zoom. The session was organized by the Circle of Human Resource Development for the 2000 level undergraduates particularly to support their decision on choosing their specialization area in the forthcoming semester. The session was conducted by Miss.Keshavi Puswewela, HR Business Partner - Corporate Functions and R&D, Employer Brand Lead in Unilever Sri Lanka. Prof. P.A.P.S.Kumara, The Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr.B.L.Galhena, The Head, Department of Human Resource Management, Lecturers of the Department of Human Resource Management, and 300 + undergraduates of the Faculty of Management and Finance participated to the session.
Leadership Development Program at H/Kahandamodara Secondary School
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship launched a leadership development program at H/Kahandamodara Secondary School as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts on 20 th December 2023. Dr. E.K. Jayampathi, a Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Finance led this initiative as the resource person. The session received support from multiple staff members and undergraduate students from the department, all contributing to the successful execution of this event aimed to
instill essential leadership qualities, encourage collaboration, and cultivate a sense of unityamong the participants.
Awareness session on Microfinance
The Department of Finance successfully organized an awareness session on Microfinance practices at the Faculty of Management and Finance premises on 16 th January 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4.00 PM. Mr. Asanka Weerasinghe, General Manager, Matara District Thrift and Credit Co-operative Societies Limited (SANASA) conducted the workshop as guest speaker. The session catered to the 2000 level undergraduates within the department, providing them with a real-world perspective on the intricacies of microfinance. The workshop was inaugurated with an introduction by Ms. G.A.N.Darshi, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Finance. The vast knowledge of the resource person, coupled with practical experience of microfinance, created a meaningful learning experience for the students.s.
MOU Signing Ceremony Between the Colombo Stock Exchange and the University of Ruhuna
In a significant move aimed at promoting capital market education and financial literacy, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the University of Ruhuna entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 19 th July 2023. The signing ceremony was graced by distinguished personalities, including Senior Prof. Sujeewa Amarasena; the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, Mr. Rajeeva Bandaranaike; the Chief Executive Officer of the CSE, Senior Prof. E.P. Saman Chandana; the Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna. Read more
Expecto’24 – Department Welcome
The Accountancy Department officially welcomed its newest students in a warm and engaging orientation event that took place on 06th November 2024 at the MFLT 04. Staff members and senior students, gathered to greet the welcoming students, marking the beginning of an exciting academic journey. The event kicked off with an inspiring speech by the Head of the Department, who emphasized the vast opportunities awaiting students in the field of accountancy
Researcher Boost session for Early Career Academic Staff
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the faculty hosted a Researcher Boost session specifically designed to empower and support early career academic staff on 21.02.2024 from 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm at the New Faculty Board Room. This engaging session provided valuable insights and resources to help early career researchers navigate the initial stages of their research careers and thrive in their academic endeavours. Dr. Thedushika De Silva, Chairperson – IQAC served as the resource for the session and shared her expertise in publishing quality journals and supportive strategies for young academics. The session fostered a sense of collaboration, networking with peers and exchanging research ideas through interactive role plays and discussions on navigating their research journey. This initiative demonstrated the faculty’s commitment to supporting and guiding early-career academic staff and empowering them to contribute significantly to the academic landscape.
Appointment of New Office Bearers for HRD Circle- 2024
The Annual General Meeting of the Circle of Human Resource Development, convened on November 28 th , 2024, at MFLT 08, marked a significant milestone with the election of new office bearers for the 2024-2025 team. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of the Head and esteemed members of the academic of the Department of Human Resource Management. The HRD Circle, a distinguished body dedicated to advancing professional growth and development within the Human Resources domain, consistently strives for innovation and excellence. Mr. W.A.S.M. Vihanga (MF/2021/7282) was elected Vice President, and Miss M.M.T.V. Samudrika (MF/2021/6668) was elected Secretary. Dr. K.G. Priyashantha was appointed as the new Senior Treasurer. More
Brainstorming Session for the 2000 Level Students
The Department of Business Management successfully organized a highly engaging and collaborative brainstorming session as part of the practical requirements for the Creativity and Innovation module, designed for its 2000-level students. The session, held on 1st January 2024 at MFLT 05, marked the first in a series of planned activities aimed at fostering practical exposure and innovative thinking among students.
This unique session brought together students from two distinct disciplines: 2000-level Business Management students and final-year students from the Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture. The interdisciplinary collaboration provided a dynamic platform for participants to exchange ideas, explore creative solutions, and gain insights from diverse perspectives. More
New Student Intake at the Faculty of Management and Finance
Registration of new student intake at the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna took place on 22 nd of February 2021. Due to the prevailing health crisis in the country, new students were grouped into fourteen (14) groups, where each consisted of less than fifty (50) students, ensuring that the social distancing was maintained at the student registration. Accordingly, 600+ students were enrolled to the faculty, which was almost a 50% increase compared to the previous student intake, signaling that the faculty is well addressing the growing demand for higher education. After registering the new students, they were provided with a guidebook on how to use the LMS at the faculty, which would set the foundation for effective learning in future. Additionally, the faculty student handbook was distributed among the new students, which would help them to become familiar with the faculty and the study programs.
Two Sessions on Introduction to Mediation and Moderation Analysis
In line with the Staff Development Action Plan of the Faculty of Management and Finance, the faculty conducted two sessions under the theme of “Introduction to Mediation and Moderation Analysis: A Regression-Based Approach”. The first session was held on 25 th March 2021 at the Faculty Computer Lab from 8.00 am to 12.00 noon with the participation of 36 academic staff members. Among the participants, 32 were from the Faculty of Management and Finance while the rest was from the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Agriculture. The second session was conducted on 08 th April 2021 from 8.30 am to 12.00 noon and 23 academic staff members participated in this session. Of the participants, 21 were from the Faculty of Management and Finance and 2 were from the Faculty of Agriculture. Mr. W.M.R. Laksiri from the Faculty of Management and Finance served as the resource person of the both sessions while the organizing was coordinated by Dr. G.T. Wasantha Sriyani, the SDC coordinator of the Faculty of Management and Finance. The two sessions were very advantageous for the participants to enhance their data analytical skills with SPSS, so that assisting in writing an impactful quantitative research paper.
Systematic Literature Review workshop
The Faculty of Management and Finance together with the Staff Development Centre (SDC) of the University of Ruhuna (UOR) have worked on several initiatives for empowering and strengthening its academic and academic supportive staff in their pursuit of teaching and research excellence. One of its endeavours, a workshop on the theme of "Increasing Publications through Systematic Literature Review (SLR) with Bibliometric Analysis" was successfully conducted on 21st June 2023. This workshop was organized by the SDC coordinator of the Faculty of Management and Finance with the support of the Ruhuna University Staff Development Centre as a virtual session and opened it for all the academic and academic supportive staff of the UOR. Renowned resource persons, Mr. K.G Priyashantha and Dr. Tedushika De Silva are from the Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management and Finance, UOR expertly facilitated the workshop. Read more...
COIL Program-2024
The Department of Human Resource Management had the distinct honor of participating in a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) project organized by the Manchester Metropolitan University Business School. This event took place on December 11th, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, marking a significant milestone as the University of Ruhuna became the first Sri Lankan university to engage in such an innovative global learning experience. This is the second time in a row that the department has been involved in this project, after the inauguration ceremony held on December 6th, 2023.A selected group of students specializing in Human Resource Management, namely Dehan Randinu, Ranudi Uyangoda, Eranga Chathura, Ruvinda
Zoysa, Jayaru Masakorala, Navodya Dissanayaka, Chamudi Wijesundara, Sachini Ayodhya, More
The Alumni Association
The Alumni reunion was held on 15th of June, 2018 at the university guest house with a massive participation. The newly appointed office bearers and the partcipants were keen at the reunion as it provided them an opportunity to get rid of the routines for a while. As decided at the first gathering, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) is to be held on 26th of August, 2018 at the faculty premises.Wi-Fi Network Launch
The faculty launched a Wi-Fi network, so that providing users with a fertile opportunity to experience the wireless broadband connectivity for their academic purposes. The project was funded by Ministry of City Planning, Water Supply and Higher Education. The official ceremony in this regard was held on 25th of November 2019 at the faculty premises in the presence of senior professor Sujeewa Amarasena, Vice Chancellor, University of Ruhuna, Professor Saman Chandana, Deputy Vice Chancellor, University of Ruhuna, and Dr. Thusitha Gunawardana, Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance. The glamour of the event was enhanced by the live musical performance items of the students.
Sharing experience of a fruitful venture”
An experience sharing session was organized by the Dept. of Management and Entrepreneurship on 26 th January, 2022 for all the undergraduates who are specializing under the Dept. of Management and Entrepreneurship. Mr. M.A.Chathushka, Founder of Aqua Nature Arts, who was also a proud product of the department served as the resource person and the session was organized by Prof. Sunethra Perera.
A two-day Workshop to Empower Small Scale Entrepreneurs
A two-day workshop organized by the Department of Marketing as a partial requirement of the course; Strategic Marketing, for the final year students was held on 8th and 9th of November, 2019 at the faculty premises. The aim of the workshop was to assist entrepreneurs from the Southern Province of Sri Lanka on marketing their products and services and, further, to mentor them in achieving their future goals. After scrutinizing the nature and the operations at the selected small business firms, the students developed and presented strategic marketing plans for the respective ventures on the first day of the workshop. The second day focused on implementation of a joint project with the involvement of the Department of Marketing, Samurdhi Authority, and the Central bank of Sri Lanka.
A One-day Field Visit
Department of Management and Entrepreneurship organized a one-day field visit to Jetwing Kaduruketha and Jetwing Yala to provide students with practical exposure on Agrotourism and their respective green practices. Through participating in the field visit, students had a chance to see how tourism and entrepreneurship work in tandem in the real world. As such, the field visit enabled students to enhance their knowledge of tourism by linking what they learnt in the classroom with practical applications.
AFinFO-2019
Accounting and Finance Industry Forum (AFinFO-2019), organized by the Department of Accounting and Finance together with National Economic Council (NEC) of Sri Lanka, was held on 25th of July, 2019 (08.00-17.00) at the University of Ruhuna. AFinFO-2019 targeted at strengthening the link between academia and the industry through bringing the leading policymakers, renowned businesspersons and academics in the field together to create a fruitful dialog. Prof. Lalith P. Samarakoon (Secretary General-NEC), Prof. Hareendra Dissabandara (Deputy Secretary General-NEC), Mr. C. J. P. Siriwardana (Deputy Secretary General-NEC), Dr. Ravi Liyanage (Chariman/CEO Raigam Group), and Mr. Raja Senanayake (Director, Serendib Finance PLC) delivered speeches at the event.
Workshop on Sensing Career Opportunities
Sampath Bank PLC, together with the Career Guidance Unit of University of Ruhuna and the Faculty of Management and Finance successfully conducted a one-day workshop on “Sensing Career Opportunities” for final year undergraduates at the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna on 06th August 2018 at the auditorium of Fisheries and Marianne Sciences. The main aim of this workshop was to provide undergraduates with an in-depth awareness on the current Sri Lankan job market, expectations of the employers in 21st century, and setting career goals. The workshop was figure-headed by Dr. Lalith Weragoda, the Assistant General Manager of Human Resource who is an eminent alumnus of the University of Ruhuna.Ethics vs Businesses
“Ethics vs Businesses” was another important session of the Marketing Ethics guest lecture series organized by the Circle of Marketing, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Ruhuna. The session was held on 26 th July 2022 at 4.00 p.m. onwards via zoom platform. Ms. Kaushali Kusumpala, Director Marketing, Atlas Axillia Company Pvt. Ltd. was the guest speaker of the session. Ms. Kaushali shared her expertise and knowledge of marketing ethics related to stationary industry and the session was fruitful.
A Workshop on Branding
The Department of Marketing together with Softlogic PLC conducted a workshop on branding on 11th of September, 2018 from 01.00 p.m. to 06.00 p.m. at the MLFT 05. The workshop was aimed at providing participants with an understanding on practical world applications of the theories and concepts learned in the classroom. Mr. Nuwan Widyapathige, Ms. Kavi Rajapaksha,Ms. Chamindri Pilimatalauwe,Mr. Rajitha Gammanpila, Mr. Saminda Kumara, and Mr. Tuan Fareen Rajap acted as the resource persons of the workshop.A Workshop on Moodle
A workshop on how to use Moodle/LMS effectively, targeted at academic staff at the faculty was conducted via Zoom on 16th of May 2020 from 4.00 p.m. to 6.30 p.m., with the participation of more than 25 academic staff at the faculty. The prime objective of the workshop was to provide participants with knowledge on the advanced features of Moodle, so that they would not struggle to use LMS effectively. The session was conducted by Mr. Chandana Pushpakumara/ Instructor in Computer Technology, Mr. Samantha R. Liyanage/ Instructor in Computer Technology and Mr. Bhathiya Thambiliyagoda /programmer cum System Analyst.
A Workshop For the Faculty Development
A workshop for the faculty development was held on 09th of May, 2018 at the faculty board room, basically, with the intention of discussing the strategic plan of the university and the new degree programmes which are going to be introduced in the near future. The workshop provided academic staff memebers with a platform to share their diverse views.
The Workshop on Facebook as a Marketing Tool
ICTA team at the faculty together with Mr. Udara Dharmasena and Sithira Nandula from Neo@Ogilvy Sri Lanka; the Facebook ground support partner for training in Sri Lanka, conducted a workshop for the undergraduates at the University of Ruhuna on 12th December 2018 at the faculty premises. The workshop was conducted as a part of the ImagineIF entrepreneurial boot-camp. The workshop which was conducted under the theme of "Using Facebook as a Marketing Tool for Start-ups" basically aimed at educating participants on how to reap the maximum out of Facebook fan pages.