The Department of Industrial Management seeks potential candidates for temporary lecturer and temporary demonstrator positions for the academic year 2022/2023, commencing on March 4th, 2024.

Whether you aspire to pursue postgraduate studies, embark on an academic career, or engage in collaborative industry projects, this opportunity offers a platform to enhance your teaching and research competencies.

Proficient temporary academic staff members will be recruited as lecturers (part-time, weekends) in the Higher Diploma in Information and Communication Technology program offered by the department.

If you are interested, please submit your application through the online portal by February 9th, 2024.

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We are delighted to announce that Abishaa Rubanathan, a fourth-year student of the Department of Industrial Management in University of Kelaniya, has been nominated to participate in Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards in the tertiary (undergraduate) category. The awards ceremony has taken place on the 8th of December 2023 in Hong Kong. Abishaa’s project, 'Cubic – An IoT based Mobile Platform for School Transportation Services,' is a commendable innovation aimed at enhancing the safety of school children. 

Organized by APICTA, this event is an international awards program that serves as a global platform for individuals and IT companies to showcase their innovations and creativity. Participation in this program has been exclusively reserved for recipients of national ICT awards. APITCA 2023 has featured over 500 nominees from 16 countries, including Australia, China, Singapore and Thailand. 

We are truly proud of Abishaa’s achievement and would like to extend our warmest congratulations to her.  

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The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) conducted a comprehensive session for first-year students on the 21st of December 2023. The session, titled "Exploring the Export Market," aimed to equip students with valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of Sri Lanka's export industry.

The session featured distinguished guest speakers, including Mrs. Vajira Kularathna, Assistant Director of Sri Lanka Export Development Board, who is also an accomplished alumna of the Department of Industrial Management at the University of Kelaniya. Her vast experience and expertise brought a unique perspective to the session, enriching the students' understanding of the intricate workings of the export market.

Joining Mrs. Kularathna was Mr. Dinesh Attanayake, an esteemed Export Promotion Officer of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board. Mr. Attanayake shared his wealth of knowledge, providing students with practical insights into the challenges and opportunities inherent in the export sector. The combination of academic expertise and real-world experience offered students a well-rounded perspective on the complexities of the export market.

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A highly informative lecture centered around the Good Market concept was effectively conducted by Mrs. Achala Samaradiwakara, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Good Market, on December 13th, 2023.

We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mrs. Achala Samaradiwakara for sharing her knowledge and experiences with the first-year undergraduates of the Department of Industrial Management in University of Kelaniya. Her expertise shed light on how the Good Market model could serve as an exemplary solution for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) seeking to attain market recognition and establish a robust brand presence both locally and internationally.

The lecture not only served as a platform for theoretical exploration but also provided practical insights into problem-solving strategies and critical thinking within the context of industry dynamics. By delving into the principles of the Good Market, students were able to grasp the potential impact of ethical and sustainable business practices, reinforcing their understanding of the evolving landscape in the realm of industry and technology.