Dr.

Seshika Kariyapperuma

Senior Lecturer Grade I

Department of Business Administration

seshika@sjp.ac.lk

BIO

Dr. Seshika Kariyapperuma is a leading academic with a distinguished career in management education and research. Dr. Kariyapperuma brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her roles. She is a passionate educator who ignites curiosity in students through her engaging courses. Her areas of specialization include organizational behavior, strategic management, cross-cultural management, leadership, and business innovation. She fosters a dynamic learning environment where students develop critical thinking and practical skills essential for success in today's complex business world.

Dr. Kariyapperuma's dedication extends beyond the classroom. She is a researcher who actively contributes to the advancement of management knowledge. Her research delves into the aforementioned areas, with findings published in academic journals and presented at international conferences. Dr. Kariyapperuma's leadership extends to various academic and non-academic positions she has held within the university.

TEACHING INTERESTS

  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Organisational Culture and Leadership
  • Strategic Management
  • Business Management
  • Service Innovation
  • Productivity and Quality

RESEARCH INTERESTS

  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Organisational Culture and Leadership
  • Service Innovation
  • Strategic Management
  • Organisational misbehaviour

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • PhD in Business Administration, Postgraduate Institution of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (2016)
  • Master of Business Administration, Postgraduate Institution of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (2006)
  • Business Administration( Special) Degree, Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (1999)

PUBLICATIONS

Administrative Assignments

Head of the Department - The Head of Department has overall responsibility for the management of the curriculum, resources and staff within their department. They are responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching and learning within their department and for advising about current trends and future developments in their subject.

2022.04.17 - 2025.04.17

Responsible for administering an academic department within the department may include and is not limited to, faculty recruitment and development, faculty evaluation, program development, program review, curriculum development, student advisement, ect

MEDIA APPEARANCES