Faculty of Management of Uva Wellassa University

18/08/2026

📚✨ Exploring Novel Avenues in Academic Research & Entrepreneurship Education! ✨

We are delighted to share that today’s insightful session on “Novel Avenues in Academic Research and New Trends in Entrepreneurship Education” was successfully concluded. 🎓💡

The session was conducted by Dr. Chinthaka Jay Aluthgama-Baduge, Senior Lecturer – Enterprise & Entrepreneurship, University of Derby, United Kingdom.

The session provided valuable insights into emerging trends, new avenues for academic research, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship education. 🌍📖

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Chinthaka Jay Aluthgama-Baduge for sharing his expertise and inspiring our academic community. 🙏

We also extend our sincere appreciation to all the participants for their enthusiastic engagement and contribution to the success of the session. 💙

Organized by,
ENM Research Circle,
Department of Management Sciences,
Faculty of Management,
Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

16/08/2026

Call for Abstracts – ICMDFI 2026

The Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka is pleased to invite researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students to submit their original research for the 1st International Conference on Multidisciplinary Development and Financial Inclusion (ICMDFI) 2026.

📅 Conference Theme:
"Driving Sustainable Development through Financial Inclusion and Multidisciplinary Development"

The conference provides an international platform to share innovative research, exchange knowledge, and foster collaborations that contribute to sustainable and inclusive development.

📌 Thematic Tracks:
✅ Financial Inclusion, Financial Systems, Markets and Services
✅ Financial Capability, Financial Consumer Empowerment and Digital Technologies
✅ Tourism Industry and Regional Development
✅ Entrepreneurship, Livelihoods and Inclusive Economic Development
✅ Smart Governance and Human Resource Development

📅 Important Dates
📄 Abstract Submission Opens: 07 August 2026
📝 Abstract Submission Deadline: 09 September 2026
📢 Acceptance Notification: 23 September 2026
📑 Camera-Ready Submission: 07 October 2026
🎓 Conference Date: 05 November 2026

We warmly invite you to be part of this exciting international forum and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future.

📧 For inquiries: [email protected]

ICMDFI 2026 — International Conference on Multidisciplinary Development and Financial Inclusion. 05th November 2026, Passara Road, Badulla 90000, Sri Lanka.

11/08/2026

📢 ENM Research Circle – August Research Meeting 2026

The ENM Research Circle of the Department of Management Sciences, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University, is pleased to announce its August Research Meeting 2026.

📌 Discussion Topic:
“Novel Avenues in Academic Research and New Trends in Entrepreneurship Education”

🎙️ Resource Person:
Dr. Chinthaka Jay Aluthgama-Baduge
Senior Lecturer- Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
University of Derby – Abertay University, United Kingdom

📅 Date: 18th August 2026
⏰ Time: 11.00 AM – 1.00 PM
📍 Venue: C2 Lecture Hall, Uva Wellassa University

Join us for an insightful discussion on emerging opportunities in academic research and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship education.

06/08/2026

🚀 Knowledge is the key to innovation, growth, and competitive advantage!

Join us for an engaging Workshop on Knowledge Management and explore how effective knowledge creation, sharing, and utilization can transform organizations and empower future business leaders.

🎙 Resource Person: Professor Theekshana Suraweera
🔹 Founder Dean, Faculty of Business – SLIIT

📅 Date: 07th August 2026
🕕 Time: 6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
💻 Platform: Zoom

This session is a valuable opportunity for third year undergraduates to gain practical insights into the strategic importance of knowledge management in today's dynamic business environment.

📌 Organized by
Department of Management Sciences
Faculty of Management
Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

06/08/2026

Call for Abstracts – ICMDFI 2026

The Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka is pleased to invite researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students to submit their original research for the 1st International Conference on Multidisciplinary Development and Financial Inclusion (ICMDFI) 2026.

📅 Conference Theme:
"Driving Sustainable Development through Financial Inclusion and Multidisciplinary Development"

The conference provides an international platform to share innovative research, exchange knowledge, and foster collaborations that contribute to sustainable and inclusive development.

📌 Thematic Tracks:
✅ Financial Inclusion, Financial Systems, Markets and Services
✅ Financial Capability, Financial Consumer Empowerment and Digital Technologies
✅ Tourism Industry and Regional Development
✅ Entrepreneurship, Livelihoods and Inclusive Economic Development
✅ Smart Governance and Human Resource Development

📅 Important Dates
📄 Abstract Submission Opens: 07 August 2026
📝 Abstract Submission Deadline: 09 September 2026
📢 Acceptance Notification: 23 September 2026
📑 Camera-Ready Submission: 07 October 2026
🎓 Conference Date: 05 November 2026

We warmly invite you to be part of this exciting international forum and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future.

📧 For inquiries: [email protected]

06/08/2026

Crossroads !
Multidisciplinary Minds Series.
Guest Talks - Session III

As a partial fulfillment of the subject “Socio Economic Consciousness” (BGE 111-2), a Guest Lecture Series has organized under the title “Crossroads-Multidisciplinary Minds Series” exclusively for ENM 1st Year Undergraduates.

Topic: Scientific Approaches of Ancient Sri Lankan Society & Way Forward
Resource Person: Professor Jagath Pitawela
Department of Science & Technology
Faculty of Applied Sciences

Date: August 06, 2026
Time: 05.00PM -07.00PM
Venue: MLT

If you are interested, you are invited to take part!

05/08/2026

Let's Turn Your Business into a Brand! 💡

You are cordially invited to a special Discussion Session organized by the Department of Management Sciences, Uva Wellassa University.

Topic : Content Development and Digital Venture Profiling
Objective : To support SME entrepreneurs in building a strong brand in the digital world

📅 Date : 05th August 2026
⏰ Time : 8.00 AM Onwards
📍 Venue : Smart Classroom, G Block, Uva Wellassa University

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the online world!

04/08/2026

Crossroads !
Multidisciplinary Minds Series.
Guest Talks - Session II

As a partial fulfillment of the subject “Socio Economic Consciousness” (BGE 111-2), a Guest Lecture Series has organized under the title “Crossroads-Multidisciplinary Minds Series” exclusively for ENM 1st Year Undergraduates.

Topic: Opportunities in Coastal & Marine Resources in Sri Lanka
Resource Person: Mr. Darshana Thilakarathne
Department of Animal Science
Faculty of Animal Science & Export Agriculture

Topic: Opportunities in Livestock Farming in Sri Lanka
Resource Person: Dr. Namal Ranaweera
Department of Animal Science
Faculty of Animal Science & Export Agriculture

Date: August 04, 2026
Time: 05.00PM -07.00PM
Venue: MLT

If you are interested, you are invited to take part!

22/07/2026

✨ Learning Beyond the Classroom! 🚀

The 2nd year undergraduates of the Department of Management Sciences embarked on an insightful field visit to TRACE Expert City, as part of the Experiential Entrepreneurship Lab course. 🌱💡

The visit provided an opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging business opportunities.

Experiencing. Exploring. Innovating. Growing as future entrepreneurs. ✨

22/07/2026

Guest Lecture on "Best Management Practises of Ancient Sri Lankan Society" by Mr. Indika Tennakoon, Senior Lecturer, Department of Public Administration - Uva Wellassa University for First Year Entrepreneurship and Management (ENM) undergraduates, as a partial fulfillment of the subject "Socio-Economic Consciousness"

Date: July 22, 2026
Time: 6.00 PM onwards
Venue: MLT

Subject Coordinator: Jagath Prasanna Kulathilaka

If you are interested, you are welcome to explore best management practices !