Department of Business Economics, FMSC, USJ

The Department of Business Economics expresses its profound sorrow at the passing of Professor Ravindra De Silva of the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Applied Sciences.

Professor De Silva contributed to the formative years of the Master of Business Economics and MSc in Business Economics programmes as a visiting academic, teaching IT and Innovation.

His contributions to our academic community will always be remembered with gratitude. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and students during this difficult time.

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 — 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿/𝗠𝗦𝗰 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲
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Your next academic milestone begins here — with Sri Lanka's trailblazer in postgraduate business education.

The Department of Business Economics proudly congratulates Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunge, Chair Professor of the Department of Business Economics, on receiving an international distinction as an Academic Guardian of Olympic Values under the international Ethos Universitas framework.

This prestigious recognition has been conferred in appreciation of eminent academic leadership and distinguished service to higher education, particularly in relation to ethics, integrity, responsible leadership, good governance, and value-based academic service. Although inspired by the Olympic tradition, the recognition is not associated with sporting achievement. Instead, it promotes the broader humanistic and ethical ideals of Olympism within universities and academic institutions across the world.

The invitation to serve as an Academic Guardian of Olympic Values was extended by Honorary Rector Professor Dr. Francis Van Loon, Baron, President of Ethos Universitas, headquartered in Antwerp. Recipients of this distinction are selected through confidential institutional recommendations and independent international review processes.

Following the invitation, Senior Professor Amaratunge received the official Certificate of Appointment confirming his appointment as an Academic Guardian of Olympic Values within the Ethos Universitas framework. The first group of Academic Guardians is expected to be formally announced on the Ethos Universitas website in September 2026.

Academic Guardians form part of a distinguished international network of present and former university leaders and presidents of academic associations. Their role is consultative and voluntary in nature. They may be invited to provide observations and guidance in relation to initiatives such as the Ethos Universitas Awards and other academic recognition programmes. The position carries neither financial obligations nor operational responsibilities.

Ethos Universitas functions under the academic committee of Panathlon International, an organisation founded in Venice in 1951 and recognised by the International Olympic Committee since 1982. The initiative connects universities and academic institutions across the world and promotes values such as excellence, fairness, respect, integrity, and social responsibility within higher education.

Senior Professor Amaratunge is a distinguished Sri Lankan academic and a senior member of the Department of Business Economics. He has rendered exemplary service to the national university system, including as former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and former Chairman of the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka. His contribution to higher education governance, institutional development, academic leadership, and public service has been widely recognised both nationally and internationally.

He has also received several prestigious honours in recognition of his outstanding contribution to education and public service. In 2021, he was conferred The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon by His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. In 2026, Senior Professor Amaratunge was awarded the honorary title Sri Sumangala Vidyawathansa by the Vidyodaya Pirivena, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to national service, education, religion, and social development, as well as his contribution to strengthening the relationship between Vidyodaya Pirivena and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Earlier, in 2018, Vidyodaya Pirivena conferred on him the honorary title Vidyodaya Dharma Shasthra Vibhushanaa in recognition of his distinguished service to education and society.

This international distinction brings honour to the Department of Business Economics, the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The Department warmly congratulates Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunge on this distinguished achievement and wishes him continued success in his service to higher education, ethical leadership, and national development.

The 5th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the Department of Business Economics was held on 6th May 2026 at the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

The meeting marked the appointment of the new office bearers and committee members for the upcoming term, led by Mr. Dilanka Jayawardena as President and Ms. Nadunika Peiris as General Secretary.

It also included a review of the Association’s activities during the past term and the establishment of the BIZCON Alumni International Chapter, with representatives appointed across several countries.

The Department warmly welcomes the newly appointed team and looks forward to their contribution towards strengthening alumni engagement and future initiatives.

Veenath Indrajith wins the Saman Kelegama Memorial Grant 2026!🎉

IPS is pleased to announce that Veenath, an undergraduate from the Department of Business Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, has been selected as the recipient of the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2026.

📚His research study is titled "𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗩𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗨𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱-𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗼 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗿𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮"

🔗Read more:
https://www.ips.lk/veenath-indrajith-from-the-university-of-sri-jayewardenepura-wins-the-2026-saman-kelegama-memorial-research-grant/

We extend our warmest congratulations and wish him a successful research journey with IPS!

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Students of the Department of Business Economics participated in the Spring Language and Cultural Programme 2026, a ten-day international programme hosted by Zhejiang Shuren University in Hangzhou, China.

The Department was represented by Sadini Silva, Vidhushi Samarakkodi, Lihini Harischandra, Sanuri Perera, Abilakshi Herath, Savindu Wijetilleke, and Supun Rasanjana.

The programme provided students with valuable international exposure through Chinese language learning sessions, cultural exchange, industry visits, and practical learning experiences.

It was conducted as part of the longstanding academic relationship between Zhejiang Shuren University and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, which has continued to create international learning opportunities for our undergraduates.

Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Dinesha Siriwardhane on being promoted to the Professorship at the Department of Business Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Professor Siriwardhane has served the Department with dedication for over two decades, contributing to teaching, research, academic administration, and editorial leadership.

She currently serves as the Coordinator of the Master of Business Economics and Master of Science in Business Economics programmes offered by the Department.

The Department of Business Economics warmly congratulates Professor Siriwardhane on this well-deserved achievement and wishes her continued success.

The Department of Business Economics proudly celebrates the academic excellence of Ms. Anujini Kavinya, Ms. Sanuri Reshma, and Mr. Savindu Wijethilleke, who have been recognised among the highest GPA holders of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce for 2026.

We are proud to see our graduates reach this milestone and move forward in their academic and professional journeys.

The special international workshop on “Health Economic Analysis for Evidence-Driven Health Policies”, organised with the aim of guiding health policymaking in Sri Lanka towards a scientific path based on data and evidence, was held at the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura on 3rd and 4th March 2026.

The programme was organised by the Department of Business Economics, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, Sri Lanka and the World Bank Group.

The inaugural session of the workshop commenced with the welcome address delivered by Professor Dushan Jayawickrama, Dean of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce. Opening remarks were delivered by Dr. Aparna Somanathan, Training Manager, World Bank, and Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunga, Professor Chair, Department of Business Economics.

A special highlight of the event was the official launch of the Health Economics Track of the MSc in Business Economics by the Department.

The sessions conducted during the two-day programme were delivered by several distinguished scholars representing the World Bank, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, and universities from around the world. The active participation of medical professionals and administrators from the healthcare sector significantly contributed to the overall success of the event.