{"id":12887,"date":"2026-08-17T12:28:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T06:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mgt.sjp.ac.lk\/bec\/?p=12887"},"modified":"2026-08-17T12:53:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T07:23:59","slug":"guest-lecture-personal-and-professional-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mgt.sjp.ac.lk\/bec\/guest-lecture-personal-and-professional-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Guest Lecture \u2013 Personal and Professional Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n Guest Lecture on Personal Grooming and Workplace Etiquette\n <\/div>\n\n

\n The Department of Business Economics<\/strong> successfully conducted a guest lecture on Personal and Professional Development<\/strong> on 12 August 2026<\/strong> at SBFF 1<\/strong>. The session focused on \u201cPersonal Grooming, Effective Mannerisms, and Workplace Etiquette for Professional Success.\u201d<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n\n

\n The session was conducted by Ms. Dinali Ruwanpathirana<\/strong>, who shared practical insights on maintaining an appropriate professional appearance, developing confident mannerisms, practising proper workplace etiquette, and building a positive professional image.\n <\/p>\n\n

\n The lecture highlighted how personal presentation, communication, behaviour, and professionalism influence first impressions and long-term career development. Particular attention was given to preparing students for internships, job interviews, workplace interactions, and future employment opportunities.\n <\/p>\n\n

\n Event Details<\/strong>
\n Date:<\/strong> 12 August 2026
\n Time:<\/strong> 8.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m.
\n Venue:<\/strong> SBFF 1
\n Guest Speaker:<\/strong> Ms. Dinali Ruwanpathirana
\n Theme:<\/strong> Personal Grooming, Effective Mannerisms, and Workplace Etiquette for Professional Success\n <\/div>\n\n

\n The guest lecture formed an important component of the students\u2019 Personal and Professional Development, helping them strengthen the confidence, etiquette, and interpersonal competencies required to transition successfully from university life to the professional world.\n <\/p>\n\n

\n The Department sincerely appreciates Ms. Dinali Ruwanpathirana<\/strong> for sharing her expertise and providing students with valuable guidance towards becoming confident, responsible, and professionally prepared graduates.\n <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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