7th Annual Conference on Business Economics (ACBE) 2026
The Department of Business Economics successfully hosted the 7th Annual Conference on Business Economics (ACBE) 2026 on Monday, 16 February 2026, as part of the 22nd International Conference on Business Management (ICBM), Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce. The conference served as a dedicated platform for undergraduate research, where 23 young scholars of the Department […]
Celebrating Outstanding Student Athletes
The 49th Colours Awarding Ceremony of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura lit up the evening with pride, prestige, and celebration, recognising outstanding achievements in sports and academic excellence. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the outstanding students of the Department of Business Economics on their remarkable achievements at this prestigious event. The department proudly recognises […]
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The 20th Annual General Meeting of BIZCON, the Business Economics Students’ Association of the Department of Business Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, was successfully held on 14th January 2026 at E111 LH. The event marked the official transition of leadership from the outgoing Executive Committee to the newly appointed Board of Officials for the term […]
Guest Lecture on “Dollar as a Global Reserve Currency and the Threat from Gold and Cryptocurrencies”
The Department of Business Economics, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC), University of Sri Jayewardenepura, successfully hosted a guest lecture under the course BEC 3372: International Economic Relations on Tuesday, 27th January 2026, from 5.00 PM onwards, at the New Faculty Board Room, FMSC. The session featured Dr. W. A. Wijewardena, Former Deputy Governor […]
New Study Proposes Robust Framework to Measure Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy
New Study Proposes Robust Framework to Measure Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy A new peer-reviewed research study titled “Capturing the Digital Economy Measurement Framework for Sri Lanka: Assessing Key Indicators, Trends, and Policy Implications” presents one of the most comprehensive attempts to quantify Sri Lanka’s digital economy using an internationally aligned analytical framework. Authored by Prof […]
National Recognition: GCF Team Grant 2025-26 Awarded to Transport Research Initiative
In a remarkable achievement for transport economics research in Sri Lanka, the Gamani Corea Foundation (GCF) has awarded its prestigious Team Grant for 2025-26 to a distinguished research team led by Prof. M. A. K. Sriyalatha, alongside Dr. Priyantha Lalanie and Dr. M.P.K. Withanawasam. The award was conferred under the GCF Research Awards 2025/2026, marking […]
BEC 3180: Personal and Professional Development : From Classroom to Career: Inspiring Lessons from Alumni
The Department of Business Economics of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, successfully organized a guest lecture under the course BEC 3180: Personal and Professional Development on 01 January 2026. The session, titled “From Classroom to Career: Inspiring Lessons from Alumni,” was designed to bridge the gap between academic learning […]
A Journey of Excellence in Business Economics: An Experience-Sharing by Dilini Peiris
Ms. Dilini Peiris, a graduate of the Department of Business Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, was awarded the Venerable Prof. (Dr.) Walpola Sri Rahula Maha Thera Memorial Gold Medal for being the Most Outstanding Student of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce at the 51st Convocation of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. She was […]
Business Economics Undergraduates Shine at the 20th South Asian Economics Students’ Meet in Nepal
The 20th South Asian Economics Students’ Meet (SAESM 2025), held in Kathmandu, Nepal from 15 to 20 November 2025 under the theme “Addressing Risks and Vulnerabilities in South Asia and the Path to Economic Resilience,” brought together 60 emerging economists from across the region. We are proud to announce that three students from the Department […]
Young Business Economists shine at J’pura Employability Skills Awards 2025
We are delighted to share that our students and flagship student initiative, EconInsight, earned top recognition at the J’PURA Employability Skills Awards 2025, bringing pride to the Department of Business Economics. We are proud to announce that Pawanya Balasooriya, a final-year undergraduate of the Department of Business Economics, has been awarded the Best Employability Skills […]