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Mr. Asanka Senevirathne

Doctoral Candidate – University of Colombo, BSc (Hons) Acc & Business Finance 1st Class, MBA (Merit), Cert. in Teaching in HEd; OUSL, MAAT, MCPM

Senior Lecturer

Accounting & Finance
  • Colombo Regional Center, Department of Accounting & Finance , Faculty of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka, P.O.Box 21, Nawala Nugegoda, 10250/ 2nd Floor, HSS building, Room No : 22
  • +94112881255, Ext: 640 Mobile: +94718607498 Fax: +94112881408
  • wasen@ou.ac.lk lecturerousl@gmail.com/ asankaousl@gmail.com

Mr. Asanka Senevirathne, Senior Lecturer in Accounting & Business Finance 

I am Asanka Senevirathne, and I am committed to continuous professional development. It is my way of dealing with whoever I meet with a friendly spirit. I respect my parents, family, nation, and predecessors who have contributed to the nation and organisation where I live and serve at present. My career is blessed with successful academic and professional records, which I have reached right now in the field of Accountancy and Business finance. I am so grateful to my parent, brothers and sisters, wife, kids, family, relations, peers, nature, the universe, and almighty God for creating and nurturing me.

I am a senior lecturer in accounting and business finance attached to the Department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Management Studies, of the Open University of Sri Lanka. The journey at OUSL commenced on 03.12.2012. I  hold a Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA) (Merit) from the University of Wayamba and B.Sc. Accountancy and Business Finance (Sp) (1st Class Honours) Degree from the same university. I am a member of the Association of Accounting Technicians in Sri Lanka (MAAT- LM4994) and a member of the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka (MCPM-01201). At present, I am reading for  PhD at the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Before joining the Open University of Sri Lanka in 2012, I got a chance to serve as an assistant lecturer attached to the Department of Accountancy, Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka from 01.09.2009 to 02.12.2012. I got better foundation for my academic career from Wayamba University. In addition to lecturing, I coordinated the internship programme of the Department of Accountancy and contributed to the development of the Journal of Accounting and Finance issued by the Department of Accountancy, Faculty of Business Studies in Wayamba University. At present I am, the department-level coordinator of the BMS programme offered by the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS). Previously I coordinated the MBA in HRM Programme offered by the Department of Human Resource Management and Common Wealth Executive Master of Business Administration/Public Administration, [CEMBA/CEMPA] which is currently coordinated by the Department of Accounting and Finance.

I am an expert in accounting and finance, with a primary focus on cutting-edge research in “Personal Financial Management.” My specialization delves into the intricacies of “Personal Financial Literacy,” “Financial Inclusion,” and “Techno-Financial Literacy.” My current doctoral research explores the profound impact of financial literacy on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka. My PhD thesis, titled “Impact of Financial Literacy on Firm Performance of SMEs in Sri Lanka,” is a comprehensive study shedding light on the pivotal role financial literacy plays in the success of SMEs.

In addition to my doctoral work, I actively engage in research within the realm of Open Distance Learning (ODL). This area holds a central position in my academic responsibilities at the Open University of Sri Lanka. In this capacity, I am pioneering the integration of information technology, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality to revolutionize teaching and learning processes. This innovative approach enhances the educational experience, bringing a dynamic dimension to open distance learning and fostering a technologically advanced environment for both educators and students alike.

I can recall happily of the miles stone achievement on November 27 2018, by achieving a Gold Medal for the Best Paper Award for the Co-Author research with Ms. H.C.Dassanayeke at the Asian Association of Open University Annual Conference in Hanoi, Vietnam. I am happy to announce that I initiated two short courses with Mr C.P.Weerasekara in November 2018. [01] Short courses in Computerize Accounting and [02] Short courses in Financial Accounting.  This is the 1st time of the Open University history has offered two Short Courses in Financial Accounting and Computerized Accounting.

I like to serve the underprivileged and marginalised segment in my country that is thirsty for education but unable to access a high-standard level of lifestyle.  So, I am continuously committed to academic teaching, course material development, research, and publication, especially on personal financial management and wealth accumulation.

I believe, with all collective effort, we can rebuild our motherland, “Sri Lanka,” as a rich nation in terms of high living standards and annual per capita income of over 10,000 US$. So, I will commit to playing my role as a senior academic at a national university for the betterment of those who need my support.

Best Wishes..!

Asanka Senevirathne

Accounting and Business Finance and Research Methodology in Social Science
Academic Lecturing

Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Programme (ESBM)
01. AFC2406 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs

Bachelor of Management Studies Honours in Accounting & Finance Degree Programme (BMSHons Acc & Fin)
01. AFU3401: Financial Accounting
02. AFU4401: Cost and Management Accounting
03. AFU5323: Computer Based Accounting
04. AFU6421 Advanced Financial Accounting

Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration/ Public Administration (CEMBA/CEMPA)
01. AFPA498 Research Methods

Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (MBA in HRM)
01.MMPA460 Research Methods

MSc in Public Procurement and Supply Chain Management
01.AFE6202- Fundamentals of Accounting

Management and Organizational Theory, Financial Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, Corporate Finance, Personal Financial Management, Financial Literacy, Learner Support in Open and Distance Education, Online Learning, and Artificial Intelligence
  • Senior Lecturer Grade II, From December 03, 2018 attached to the Department of Accounting & Finance Faculty of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala Nugegoda.
  • Lecturer Probationary, From December 03, 2012, to December 03, 2015 attached to the Department of Management Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala Nugegoda.
  • Appointed as convener in the 3MT Competition of the fourth International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship [ICOME2025], organized by the Faculty of Management Studies the Open University of Sri Lanka, to be held in September 2025.
  • Appointed as the Acting Head, Department of Accounting and Finance with the effect of 06th January to 07th February 2025.
  • Appointed as the Senior Treasurer of the Faculty Student Union with effect from 30th August 2024 to 20th January 2025.
  • Appointed as the Acting Director/Public Relations of the Open University of Sri Lanka with effect from 26.08.2024 to 12.09.2024.
  • Treasurer in the third International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship [ICOME2024], organized by the Faculty of Management Studies the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on October 03 2024 at the Center of Excellence for Water & Sanitation , Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
  • Appointed as the Convener of the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) for the International Research Conference Open University University of Sri Lanka (IRC-OUSL) 2024 during the 52nd Faculty Board meeting of FMS, effective from 05/03/2024.
  • Appointed as the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS)’ representative to the Operational Committee of OUSL, effective from 06/02/2024.
  • Member of the committee for Financial Literacy Road Map [National Financial Inclusion Strategy of Sri Lanka] Organized by the Regional Development Department (RDD) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
  • Mentor, Lecturer, and Resource person to the Entrepreneurs/members of National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA), Joined the ‘SMECONNECT” LMS Portal https://smeconnect.lk/#/, Ministry of Industries May 2023
  • CEMBA CEMPA Alumni Liaison Officer with effect from 03.04.2023 to today
  • Lecturer, Resource person of the Small Enterprise Development Division, http://www.sed.gov.lk/, Ministry of Youth and Sports March 2023.
  • Chief Coordinator of the Commonwealth Executive Master of Business / Public Administration [CEMBA/CEMPA] with effect from 15.06.2022 to today
  • Reviewer of Journal of Accountancy and Finance, Refereed Journal Published by Department of Accountancy, Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
  • Faculty Representative to the Senate, with effect from 14.05.2022, on behalf of the Faculty of Management Studies
  • Visiting Lecturer Faculty of Engineering Technology, Department of Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Technology in Engineering – CVM5401: Accounting for Engineering May/June 2022
  • Coordinating Short Course in Computerized Accounting and Short Course in Financial Accounting 2019 to today
  • Treasurer in the First International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship [ICOME2022], organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, held on March 31 and April 01, 2022, at the Open University of Sri Lanka.
  • Convener, Doctoral Colloquium in the First International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship, organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, was held on March 31 and 01, 2022, at the Open University of Sri Lanka.
  • Resource Person of Career Guidance Unit of the Open University of Sri Lanka – 1st Online Seminar under the topic of “Personal Finance and Financial Freedom” – January 21, 2022., 2nd Online Seminary under the topic of “How to Regain Economic Development in Sri Lanka: Personal Strategies to create Passive Income Sources with Zero Capital.” – October 14, 2022.
  • Faculty Coordinator for the Open Quarterly Journal issued by the Open University of Sri Lanka
  • Chairperson Learners Support Unit of Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka with effect from 05.10.2021
  • Member of the Subcommittee – Session Coordinator of Asian Association of Open University International Conference (AAOU2021) held from 01st to 3rd June 2021 in Sri Lanka.
  • Chairperson Quality Assurance Cell of Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka with effect from 02.02.2021
  • Guest Lecturer of Staff Development Center – Course of Research Methodology (SPSS) and Quantitative Data Analysis for Administrative Staff of OUSL 2021
  • Guest Lecturer of Graduate Training Programme organized by Presidential Task for Graduate Training in Sri Lanka -2020
  • Editor in Chief – Enews Pictorial Magazine Issued by the Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka.2019-2020
  • Representative of the Faculty of Management Studies to the CETMe Board with effect from May 2019
  • Representative of Faculty of Management Studies to the (University Committee for Online Learning) UCOAL Board with effect from May 2019
  • Representative of Faculty of Management Studies to the Senate Sub-Committee on Learner Support with effect from May 2019
  • Representative of the Faculty of Management Studies to the Course Development Committee of the Faculty of Management Studies, with effect from May 2019
  • Senior Lecturer attached to the Department of Accounting & Finance with effect from 03.12.2018, DAF attached to the Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka
  • Administrative Coordinator of the MBA in HRM Programme batch 08/09, offered by the Faculty of Management Studies
  • Visiting Lecturer – Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Sri Jayewardenepura,
  • Visiting Lecturer – Sanasa Campus Ltd, For the academic year 2018/19 for Financial Modeling [FIN 42652] of the B.Sc. The degree program is in Banking & Finance.
  • A lecturer from December 03 2015 to Present [September 2018] – Department of Management Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala Nugegoda.
  • Academic Coordinator Level 03, Bachelor of Management Studies, Degree Programme
  • Course Coordinator MCU1206/MCC1206 Subject BMS/ESBM Programmes.
  • Administrative Coordinator in Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration/Public Administration (CEMBA/CEMPA) Cohort 09/10 – Department of Management Studies of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
  • Lecturer Probationary, From December 03, 2012, to December 03, 2015 – Department of Management Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala Nugegoda.

 

Chief Coordinator of Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration/ Public Administration Programme offered by the Faculty of Management Studies, Course Coordinator AFU3506/ AFU4401/ AFU5323/ AFU6421 Academic Coordinator Short Course in Computerized Accounting/ Short Course in Financial Accounting

Course Coordination:
Bachelor of Management Studies Honours Degree programme [BMS]
AFU3401 Financial Accounting

AFU4401 Cost and Management Accounting

AFU6421 Advanced Financial Accounting

Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Programme [ESBM]
AFC2406 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs

Short Courses offered by Department of Accounting and Finance
Short course in Computerize Accounting
Short course in Financial Accounting

Conference Proceedings

  1. Perera G.W.D. & Senevirathne W.A.R., (2023). Impact of Performance Evaluation, Strategic Management Accounting and Budgeting Systems on Operational Performance in SME In the Colombo District. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  2. Raja Bandara A.P.N. & Senevirathne W.A.R., (2023). Impact of Debt Financing on Firm Performance During Covid-19 Pandemic in Sri Lanka: Empirical Study in The Apparel and Textile Industry. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  3. Gunasekara, R.P., Nisansala D.W., Herath, A. D., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Nilwala, W.M. (2021). The digital transformation in online learning trends amidst Covid-19 pandemic in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University Annual Research Session held on 16-17 September 2021.
  4. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Weerasekara, C., Nilwala, W., Silva, J., Gunasekara, R., &  Nisansala, W. (2021).   Potentiality to achieve financial well-being through financial literacy among employees and professionals in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  5. Chandrasena, S., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021). Challenges and panacea in online learning amidst in Covid-19 pandemic: Empirical study in higher education sector in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  6. A.B.P Edirisinghe, A.B.P., &  Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021).  Study on financial literacy and investor behavior in the Colombo Stock Exchange. Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  7. Jayarathna,G.S., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2019). Learning management system and behavioral intentions of undergraduates in Sri Lanka. – Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE 2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  8. Sivalogathasan, V., Senevirathne, W.A.R., Heenkenda, H.M., & Weerasekara, C.P. (2019). Opportunities and challenges faced by first time online registration: Case of Open University of Sri Lanka Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  9. Heenkenda, H.M., Sivalogathasan, V., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Weerasekara, C.P. (2019). Digital storytelling: An innovative approach for entrepreneurial education a case of open and distance learners in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  10. Chandrasena, S., Nanayakkara, J., Senevirathne, W.A.R.,& Silva J., (2018). Opportunities and challenges of cloud computing in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 1st International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH) 2018, held on 13-14 December 2018 at National Center for Advanced Studies.
  11. Amarathilake, K.A.S.W., &  Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018) Impact of knowledge management practices on employees’ performance in Peoples Bank of Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 1st International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH) 2018, held on 13-14 December 2018 at National Center for Advanced Studies.
  12. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Hapugoda, J.C., Kuruppuarrachchi, Y.D.R., (2018). Impact of financial socialization agents towards financial literacy among the public in Sri Lanka Lanka.,   Proceedings of the 3rd Wayamba International Conference (WinC 2018), organized by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 24-25 August 2018.
  13. Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018)., Potentiality to achieve financial well-being through financial literacy of employees in public enterprises in Sri Lanka.,  Proceedings of the 1st  International Conference, organized by Sanasa Campus of Sri Lanka, 23-24 August 2018.
  14. Weerasekara, C.P., Heenkenda, H.M., Hapugoda, J.C., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Financial literacy of retail investors: Evidences from Colombo Stock Exchange.  Proceedings of the 1st  International Conference, organized by Sanasa Campus of Sri Lanka, 23-24 August 2018.
  15. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Gamini, L.P.S., & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Sustaining micro enterprises of women entrepreneurs through financial literacy. Proceedings of the Research Session 2016 (OURS 2016) organized by the Open University of Sri Lanka, 17-18 November 2016.
  16. Senevirathne, W.A.R & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Business owners’ perceived financial literacy on financial well-being of micro enterprises in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 2nd Wayamba International Conference (WinC 2016), organized by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 19-20 August 2016.
  17. Senevirathne, W.A.R. & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Financial literacy and success of micro business: Evidence from small enterprises in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 1st Intradisciplinary Conference of Management Researchers (ICMR 2016) organized by Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 10-11 August 2016.
  1. AFC2406 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs Unit I 978-955-23-1838-2
  2. AFC2406 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs Unit II 978-955-23-1839-9
  3. ව්‍යවසායකත්වය සඳහා ගිණුම්කරණය සහ මූල්‍ය I 978-955-23-1840-5
  4. ව්‍යවසායකත්වය සඳහා ගිණුම්කරණය සහ මූල්‍ය II 978-955-23-1841-2
  5. AFU3506 Financial and Cost Accounting Unit I 978-955-23-1832-0
  6. AFU3506 Financial and Cost Accounting Unit II 978-955-23-1833-7
  7. AFU3506 Financial and Cost Accounting Unit III 978-955-23-1834-4
  8. AFU6421- Advanced Financial Accounting Unit I 978-955-23-1844-3
  9. AFU6421- Advanced Financial Accounting Unit II 978-955-23-1845-0
  1. Heenkenda, HMJCB, Fengju Xu, KMMCB Kulathunga, and WAR Senevirathne. (2022). The Role of Innovation Capability in Enhancing Sustainability in SMEs: An Emerging Economy Perspective. Sustainability 14, no. 17: 10832. https://doi.org/10.3390/su141710832
  2. Silva, I., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2020). Factors Affecting Taxpayers’ Satisfaction of the Online Tax Filling System in Sri Lanka. Management Issues, 5 (1) 38-54.
  3. Senevirathne, W.A.R.,Weerasekara, C., Nilwala, W.,Silva, J., Kuruppuarachchi, R.,Gunasekara, R., &  Nisansala, W. (2020). Financial health and wealth of white collars: Empirical study between financial literacy and financial well-being in Sri Lanka. Journal of Accountancy and Finance, 6 (2), 61-79
  4. Weerasekara, C.,Heenkenda, J., Hapugoda. J., &  Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Antecedents and consequences of financial literacy among investors in the Colombo stock exchange. VISTAS Journal, 11 (1) 32-44
  5. Dassanayake, H.C., &  Senevirathne, A. (2018), “Impact of e-servicescapes on student engagement: mediating impact of experience quality”, Asian Association of Open Universities Journal, 13 (2) 203-222. doi.org/10.1108/AAOUJ-11-2018-0024
  6. Kumaranayake, S., Senevirathne, W.A.R & Silva G.A.J. (2018) Patients’ satisfaction of the service quality of pharmacy in the Government, Management Issues, 3(1), 31-42.
  7. Dassanayake, H. C., Nishantha, B., &  Senevirathne, W. A. R. (2017). Persuading student involvement via peripheral services offered. Asian Association of Open Universities Journal, 12 (2), 154-170. doi:10.1108/AAOUJ-11-2017-0034
  8. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., &  Silva, G.A.J.(2016). Impact of financial socialization agents towards financial literacy among small business entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka. Journal of Accountancy and Finance, 1 (2), 28-36
  9. Senevirathne, W.A.R., &  Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Analysis of factors that influence on financial exclusion in Sri Lankan banking Journal of Accountancy and Finance, Issue 1 (1), 18-26

Research on Open and Distance Learning (ODL)

Conference Proceedings

  1. Senevirathne,W.A.R., Nilwala, W., Gunasekara, R., & Nissansala, (2021). Potential of Learning approaches to promote sustainable lifelong learning and role of digital literacy., Proceedings of the The 34th Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference – Hosted by the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 1-3 June 2021, Colombo Sri Lanka.
  2. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Sivalogathasan, V., Gunasekara, R.P., &  Nisansala, W.D. (2021). Review of Prevailing Trends in Online Learning Amidst in Covid-19 Pandemic, Empirical Study in Higher Education Sector in Sri Lanka., Proceedings of the The 34th Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference – Hosted by the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 1-3 June 2021, Colombo Sri Lanka.
  3. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Gunasekara, R.P., Nissansala, W., Nilwala, W.D., Sachin, B., & Liyanaarachchi, N. (2021). Evaluating learning outcomes through MCQ based, computerized adaptive testing; An empirical study in sri lanka , Proceedings of the The 34th Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference – Hosted by the Open University of Sri Lanka to be held on 1-3 June 2021, Colombo Sri Lanka.
  4. Hapugoda, J.C., Rathnayake, T., Senevirathne, W.A.R.,Perera, H.U., Seneviratne, P., Abeysekara, N. & Sivalogathasan, V. (2021). An empirical study of the influencing factors and learner preferences for the selection of a study programme with the focus on undergraduate management studies, Proceedings of the The 34th Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference – Hosted by the Open University of Sri Lanka to be held on 1-3 June 2021, Colombo Sri Lanka.
  5. Nanayakkara, J., Senevirathne, W.A.R., Heenkenda, H.M., (2018). A survey on Adopting a Cloud-Enabled Model for the Open University of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University International Research Session 2018 (iOURS 2018) organized by the Open University of Sri Lanka, 29-30 November 2018.
  6. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Hapugoda, J.C. & Katupulla, G.D.B., (2018). An Empirical Study to Assess the Service Quality Dimensions on the Student Satisfaction In Sri Lankan ODL Setting., Proceedings of the The 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018.
  7. Nishantha, K.P., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Learners’ Perspective of The Learner Support Services on the student Retention of The Bachelor of Management Studies Programme of The Open University of Sri Lanka., Proceedings of the The 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018.
  8. Dassanayake, H.C., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Can E-Servicescapes Improve Student Engagement? Evidence From The Distance Education In Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the The 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018.
  9. Weerasekara, C.P., Hapugoda, J.C. Heenkenda,H.M, & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Impact of the Intelligence Type on the Preferred Learning Technique, Time and Place for Perceived Learning Outcomes., Proceedings of the The 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018.
  10. Heenkenda, H.M, Hapugoda, J.C. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Weerasekara, C.P. (2018). Innovation Capability Of Distance Learners: Case Of Entrepreneurship Students In Sri Lanka., Proceedings of the The 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018.
  11. Dassanayake, H.C., Nishantha, B., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2017)  Enhancing student involvement through support services offered: case of distance education in Sri Lanka., Proceedings of the The 31st Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference – Hosted by Universitas Terbuka (Indonesia Open University). At Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel on September 27-29 2017.

 

 

 

 

 

1) Marasinghe, M. M. I. K., Gunasekera, D., & Senevirathne, W. A. R. (2024). Application of artificial intelligence for library services: A systematic literature review. Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka, 27(2), 257–284. https://doi.org/10.4038/jula.v27i2.8089
2) Chandrasena, S., & Senevirathne, W. A. R. (2022). Review of prevailing trends in online learning amidst COVID-19 pandemic: Empirical study in higher education sector in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Advanced Research Studies in Humanities and Social Sciences, 12(1). ISSN 2012-9149; ISSN 2386-1266 (online).
3) Heenkenda, H. M. J. C. B., Xu, F., Kulathunga, K. M. M. C. B., & Senevirathne, W. A. R. (2022). The role of innovation capability in enhancing sustainability in SMEs: An emerging economy perspective. Sustainability, 14(17), 10832. https://doi.org/10.3390/su141710832
4) Silva, I., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2020). Factors Affecting Taxpayers’ Satisfaction of the Online Tax Filling System in Sri Lanka. Management Issues, 5 (1) 38-54.
5) Senevirathne, W.A.R., Weerasekara, C., Nilwala, W., Silva, J., Kuruppuarachchi, R., Gunasekara, R., & Nisansala, W. (2020). Financial health and wealth of white collars: Empirical study between financial literacy and financial well-being in Sri Lanka. Journal of Accountancy and Finance,6(2), 61-79
6) Weerasekara, C., Heenkenda, J., Hapugoda. J., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Antecedents and consequences of financial literacy among investors in Colombo Stock Exchange. VISTAS Journal, 11(1) 32-44
7) Kumaranayake S., Senevirathne W.A.R & Silva G.A.J. (2018) Patients’ Satisfaction of the Service Quality of Pharmacy in the Government, Management Issues, 3 (1) 31-42.
8) Dassanayake, H.C. and Senevirathne, A. (2018), “Impact of e-servicescapes on student engagement: mediating impact of experience quality”, Asian Association of Open Universities Journal, 13(2) 203-222. doi.org/10.1108/AAOUJ-11-2018-0024
9) Dassanayake, H. C., Nishantha, B., & Senevirathne, W. A. R. (2017). Persuading student involvement via peripheral services offered. Asian Association of Open Universities Journal, 12(2), 154-170. doi:10.1108/AAOUJ-11-2017-0034
10) Senevirathne, W.A.R., Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., & Silva, G.A.J. (2016). Financial socialization agents’ impact on financial literacy among small business entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka. Journal of Accountancy and Finance, 1(2), 28-36
11) Senevirathne, W.A.R. & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Analysis of factors that influence financial exclusion in the Sri Lankan banking sector. Journal of Accountancy and Finance, Issue 1(1), 18-26

Conference Proceedings

  1. Senevirathne W.A.R., Azeez, A.A., Ediriwickrama, T.C., (2024). The synergetic Effect of Financial Literacy and Inclusion on SME Firm Performance; A Systematic Literature Review,-Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2024) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 03-04 October 2024.
  2. Senevirathne W.A.R., Azeez, A.A., Ediriwickrama, T.C., (2024). How the SME Financial Literacy Index Can Help You Make Informed Decisions; Unveiling the First-Ever SME Financial Literacy Index. The Doctoral Colloquium-Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2024) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 03-04 October 2024.
  3. Senevirathne A.R., Azeez, A.A., Ediriwickrama, T.C., (2024). Exploring The Influence of Financial Literacy on the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises; Role of Business Experience, Loss Aversion and Resource Diversity. The Three Minute Thesis competition (3MT)-Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2024) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 03-04 October 2024.
  4. Senevirathne A.R., Azeez, A.A., Ediriwickrama, T.C., (2024). Future of Finance in the Cosmopolitan Era: Empowering SMEs Through Financial Literacy. Proceedings of the Global Symposium on the Future of Economics, Finance & Management in the Cosmopolitan Era – Hosted by Bharata Mata Institute of Management (BMC), in Thrikkarara, Kochi, Kerala, held from 24-25 April 2024.
  5. Senevirathne W.A.R., Azeez, A.A., Ediriwickrama, T.C., (2024). Enhancing SME Performance in the Cosmopolitan Era: The Role of Financial Literacy and Business Experience. Proceedings of the Global Symposium on the Future of Economics, Finance & Management in the Cosmopolitan Era – Hosted by Bharata Mata Institute of Management (BMC), in Thrikkarara, Kochi, Kerala, held from 24-25 April 2024.
  6. Perera G.W.D. & Senevirathne W.A.R., (2023). Impact of Performance Evaluation, Strategic Management Accounting and Budgeting Systems on Operational Performance in SME In the Colombo District. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  7. Raja Bandara A.P.N. & Senevirathne W.A.R., (2023). Impact of Debt Financing on Firm Performance During Covid-19 Pandemic in Sri Lanka: Empirical Study in The Apparel and Textile Industry. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  8. Gunasekara, R.P., Nisansala D.W., Herath, A. D., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Nilwala, W.M. (2021). The digital transformation in online learning trends amidst Covid-19 pandemic in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University Annual Research Session held on 16-17 September 2021.
  9. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Weerasekara, C., Nilwala, W., Silva, J., Gunasekara, R., &  Nisansala, W. (2021).   Potentiality to achieve financial well-being through financial literacy among employees and professionals in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  10. Chandrasena, S., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021). Challenges and panacea in online learning amidst in Covid-19 pandemic: Empirical study in higher education sector in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  11. A.B.P Edirisinghe, A.B.P., &  Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021).  Study on financial literacy and investor behavior in the Colombo Stock Exchange. Proceedings of the 3rd  International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities. Colombo, Sri Lanka. held from 22nd -23rd January 2021.
  12. Jayarathna,G.S., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2019). Learning management system and behavioral intentions of undergraduates in Sri Lanka. – Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE 2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  13. Sivalogathasan, V., Senevirathne, W.A.R., Heenkenda, H.M., & Weerasekara, C.P. (2019). Opportunities and challenges faced by first time online registration: Case of Open University of Sri Lanka Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  14. Heenkenda, H.M., Sivalogathasan, V., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Weerasekara, C.P. (2019). Digital storytelling: An innovative approach for entrepreneurial education a case of open and distance learners in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE2019), Hosted by the Open University of Hong Kong, held from 10-12 July 2019.
  15. Chandrasena, S., Nanayakkara, J., Senevirathne, W.A.R.,& Silva J., (2018). Opportunities and challenges of cloud computing in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 1st International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH) 2018, held on 13-14 December 2018 at National Center for Advanced Studies.
  16. Amarathilake, K.A.S.W., &  Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018) Impact of knowledge management practices on employees’ performance in Peoples Bank of Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 1st International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH) 2018, held on 13-14 December 2018 at National Center for Advanced Studies.
  17. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Hapugoda, J.C., Kuruppuarrachchi, Y.D.R., (2018). Impact of financial socialization agents towards financial literacy among the public in Sri Lanka Lanka.,   Proceedings of the 3rd Wayamba International Conference (WinC 2018), organized by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 24-25 August 2018.
  18. Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018)., Potentiality to achieve financial well-being through financial literacy of employees in public enterprises in Sri Lanka.,  Proceedings of the 1st  International Conference, organized by Sanasa Campus of Sri Lanka, 23-24 August 2018.
  19. Weerasekara, C.P., Heenkenda, H.M., Hapugoda, J.C., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2018). Financial literacy of retail investors: Evidences from Colombo Stock Exchange.  Proceedings of the 1st  International Conference, organized by Sanasa Campus of Sri Lanka, 23-24 August 2018.
  20. Senevirathne, W.A.R., Gamini, L.P.S., & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Sustaining micro enterprises of women entrepreneurs through financial literacy. Proceedings of the Research Session 2016 (OURS 2016) organized by the Open University of Sri Lanka, 17-18 November 2016.
  21. Senevirathne, W.A.R & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Business owners’ perceived financial literacy on financial well-being of micro enterprises in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 2nd Wayamba International Conference (WinC 2016), organized by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 19-20 August 2016.
  22. Senevirathne, W.A.R. & Jayendrika, W.A.D.K., (2016). Financial literacy and success of micro business: Evidence from small enterprises in Sri Lanka.  Proceedings of the 1st Intradisciplinary Conference of Management Researchers (ICMR 2016) organized by Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 10-11 August 2016.

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Undergraduate Students’ [ Bachelor of Management Studies Honours (BMS)] Research Publication / Conference Proceedings

  1. Senavirathna, H.P.G.L.C., Gunawardana, C.C., & Senevirathne. W.A.R. (2023). The Effect of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction with Special Reference to Public Banks in Kandy District in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  2. Hemachandra, A.D.B.R., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Nilwala, W.M. (2023). Factors Affecting the Online Business Performance Among Women Entrepreneurs: Evidence in the Colombo District in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  3. Gunawardana, C.C., Senevirathne, H.P.G.L.C., Perera, G.W.D., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2023). Impact of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction of Central Government Authorities in Sri Lanka-Kandy District. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2023) Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 30-31 May 2023.
  4. Nayomi, V.P.N.,  Senavirathne, W.A.R., Deen, M.M., & Dharshani, H.P. (2021). Impact of financial capital availability and resource flexibility on firm performance; Empirical study of SMEs in Nuwara-Eliya district in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University Annual Research Session held on 16-17 September 2021.
  5. Ishara, M.D.D., Yaparathne, Y.M.P.M., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021). Impact of accountant’s role on the sustainability of business: An empirical study on SMEs in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University Annual Research Session held on 16-17 September 2021.
  6. Mubasshira, M.M., Dharshani, P.H., Nilusha, V.N., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2021). Impact of record keeping practices on business performance evaluation of SMEs in Matale district in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Open University Annual Research Session held on 16-17 September 2021.
  7. Rajapaksha,D., Senevirathne, W.A.R., & Heenkenda. H.M., (2017). Impact of service quality factors on customer satisfaction from e-banking services, comparative study of public and private sector banks in the western province in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the 1st Student Research Symposium of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the Open University of Sri Lanka (HSSSRS- 2017) held on 15th & 16th December 2017
  8. Fernando, S.A.D., Manoshika S., & Senevirathne, W.A.R., (2017) Impact of television advertisements on consumer buying behavior: Study on fortune cooking oil.  Proceedings of the 1st Student Research Symposium of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the Open University of Sri Lanka (HSSSRS- 2017) – on 15th & 16th December 2017
  9. Jayewardene, K.D.N., & Senevirathne, W.A.R. (2014). Assessing the Impact of Financial Literacy on Financial Well-being of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Colombo District – Proceedings of the 1st  WinC International Conference University of Wayamba 28/29th August 2014
  10. Wijesinghe, D.P., & Senevirathne W.A.R. (2014). Impact of lifestyle and health issues on organizational performance: Evidence from young executives of private sector firms in Colombo district – Proceedings of the 1st  WinC International Conference University of Wayamba 28/29th August 2014

 

  • Member of Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (MAAT LM4994)
  • Member of The Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka (MCPM01201)

 

20/01/2023

Policy dialogue “ Role of financial and economic literacy in improving youth entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka”

Organized by Representatives of ILO, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Central Bank of Sri Lanka

Participated to the panel discussion and presented group outcome to the audience

26/01/2023

Special workshop organized by CFA Society Sri Lanka and Colombo Stock Exchange to appoint financial literacy Ambassadors from Universities

Organized by CFA Society Sri Lanka and Colombo Stock Exchange

Participated to the  workshop and presented the current trends in the financial landscape in the global

04/05/2023

Public presentation on Financial Literacy &

Business Well-Being  [Learning Outcomes, Concepts, Theories and  Applications]

Organized by Small Enterprise Development Division (SEDD) of the Ministry of Youth and Sport

Conducted on 04.05.2023, From 9.30am to 12.00 noon For Directors , Additional Directors and staff officers in all island.

 

 

Conducting Lectures

Online and Onsite Lecturers are conducted on following Programmes and courses offered by the respective departments of the Faculty of Management Studies in the Open University of Sri Lanka

Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration / Public Administration [CEMBA/CEMPA]

[01] AFPA498 Research Methods

Master of Business Administration in HRM (MBA in HRM)

[01] MMPA490 Research Methods

Msc in Public Procurement and Supply Chain Management

[01] AFE6202  Fundamentals of Accounting

Bachelor of Management Studies Honours in Accounting & Finance Degree Programme (BMSHons Acc & Fin)
[01] AFU3401 Financial and Cost Accounting

[02] AFU4401 Cost and Management Accounting

[03] AFU6421 Advanced Financial Accounting

Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Programme [ESBM]
[01] AFC2406 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs

Educationally-related activities of National Importance:

20/01/2023

Policy dialogue “ Role of financial and economic literacy in improving youth entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka”

Organized by Representatives of ILO, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Central Bank of Sri Lanka

Participated to the panel discussion and presented group outcome to the audience

26/01/2023

Special workshop organized by CFA Society Sri Lanka and Colombo Stock Exchange to appoint financial literacy Ambassadors from Universities

Organized by CFA Society Sri Lanka and Colombo Stock Exchange

Participated to the  workshop and presented the current trends in the financial landscape in the global

04/05/2023

Public presentation on Financial Literacy &

Business Well-Being  [Learning Outcomes, Concepts, Theories and  Applications]

Organized by Small Enterprise Development Division (SEDD) of the Ministry of Youth and Sport

Conducted on 04.05.2023, From 9.30am to 12.00 noon For Directors , Additional Directors and staff officers in all island.

 

  • Conferred the CEMBA/CEMPA Academic Board Membership for the Commonwealth of Learning with effect from 04th October 2024 to 31st December 2026.
  • Won Best Paper Award for The Doctoral Colloquium in the 3rd International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurship (ICOME2024) ; Hosted by the Faculty of Management Studies of the Open University of Sri Lanka, held on 03 October 2024.
  • Chartered Professional Manager, Awarded by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka, 2022
  • AAOU-COL Fellowship 2021, Award for 34th Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Open University of Sri Lanka June 1-3 2021.
  • Won the Gold Medal Award for the best paper titled Can E-Sevicescapes Improve Student Engagement. Evidence from The Open University of Sri Lanka at the 32nd Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Conference Hosted by Hanoi Open University, Vietnam 2018 at the Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam on 22-27 October 2018. Co-authors are Ms. H.C.H.D.Dassanayaka [Department of Decision Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura] and  Mr. W.A.R.Senevirathne [Department of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka]
  • Merit Pass for Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2015,offered by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Kuliyapitiya.
  • Won the C.M.A. Gold Medal Award for the best performance in Accountancy & Business

 

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