Ms. Geethma Pathirana

Ms. Geethma Pathirana

Lecturer

FACULTY OF BUSINESS | BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

  • International Relationship Executive -Senka Aero International
  • Program Coordinator, Tuter project Academy Nawala 2016 December-2017 March
  • Instructor(Temporary)at Faculty of Business in Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) from March 2017
  • Assistant Lecturer Faculty of Business in Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)  form April 2019
  • Lecturer Faculty of Business in Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) from September 2020

Academic Qualifications​

Academic Qualifications
  •  Masters of Business Administration -University of Colombo (2018-2020)
  • Certificate Programme in Teaching Methodology in Higher Education
  • Applied Lean Six Sigma Practitioner Certification (ALSSP) for Human Resource Management Professionals
  • Successfully completed BBA (special honours) in Business Management specialized in Human Capital Management conducted by Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) (Second class)
Honors and Awards
  • Research Review 2023- Publication in Q1 Jornal
  • Deans List 2016

Research Interests & Memberships

Interests
  • Human Resouce Management
  • International Business
  • Knowledge Sharing
Memberships

Ongoing Research

  • Knowlegde Sharing in Teambased work setting
  • Predictive Analysis and Comparison of Generations ‘X’ and ‘Y’ at Workplace
  • Factors Affecting for Selecting HRM Specialization
  • Women Worklife balance in lockdown work setting

Publications

My Publications

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

  • Pathirana,U P G Y; Wellala D S M  ” “E Commerce Video Based Automobile Website” “  International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences ,  vol.8,  Issue 11,  2018,  pp.616-626,      10.6007/IJARBSS/v8-i11/4935,
  • Wijesiri N.R.A.S.S, Paranagama G.S,Sirirwardhana M.M.A.S, Thilakarathna D.L.N.C, Weerarathna R.S & Pathirana U.P.G.Y  ” “”The Impact of HR Practices on Employee Retention; A Case of BPO Sector, Sri Lanka”” “  International Journal of Human Resource Studies,  vol.9,  Issue 1,  2018,  pp.1-21,
  • Pathirana U.P.G.Y  ” Impact of SERVQUAL model dimensions for Customer Satisfaction towards Vehicle Leasing Providers in Sri Lanka “  International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences ,  vol.9,  Issue 1,  2019,  pp.210-221 ,
  • Glapaththi, I., Dissanayake, R., Welgama, T., Somachandara, U., Pathirana, G. Y., & Weerarathna, R. S.  ” A Study on the Relationship between Student Engagement and Their Academic Achievements “  Asian Social Science,  vol.15,  Issue 11,  2019,  pp.1-16,
  • W.S.K. Fernando, M.K.V.R. Jayasekara, H.B.M.C. Senevirathne, W.G.G.M.J. Sumanarathne, G.Y. Pathirana, R.S. Weerarathne  ” Factors Affecting the Selection of Human Resources Management as an Area of Specialization: A Conceptual Model “  International Journal of Human Resource Studies – IJHRS,      2020,
  • R.S Weerarathna, M.D.C.P Walpola, A.D.W.D Piyasiri, I.A.U.M. Jayamal, T.H.P.C. Wijenayaka & G.Y Pathirana,  ” “Leave or remain intentions of Gen X and Y employees” “  Quality & Quantity ,      2022,        https://doi.org/10.1007/s11135-022-01456-z,
  • G.Y Pathirana ,W.Rajapaksha, R.S Weerarathna & M.H Malage  ” Analysis on Current and Future Training Needs in Health Sector of Sri Lanka “  Quality – Access to Success ,      2022,        10.47750/QAS/23.189.32,
  • G.Y. Pathirana,W.S.K. Fernando, M.K.V.R. Jayasekara, H.B.M.C. Senevirathne, W.G.G.M.J. Sumanarathne, R.S. Weerarathne  ” Factors Affecting the Selection of Human Resources Management as an Area of Specialization(2020): A Conceptual Model “   International Journal of Human Resource -Studies ,      2020,        10.5296/ijhrs.v11i1.18102,
  • Pathirana, G. Y,Galappaththi, I. I. L., Dissanayake, R., Welgama, T. W., Somachandara, U. A., Weerarathna, R. S., &  ” “Identifying the Empirical Gaps in the Relationships between Student Engagement and Their Academic Achievement; Future Research” “  . South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics,      2020,        10.9734/sajsse/2019/v5i430150,

BOOKS

  • Thilakarathna D.L.N.C, Sirirwardhana M.M.A.S, Weerarathna, R.S and Pathirana U.P.G.Y  ” Impact of HR Practices on Employee Retention; Sri Lankan Perspective..”  LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing,  2018,

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

  • Pathirana,U,P,G,Y; Weerarathna, R. S & Supun Fernando   The Impact of Industrial Relations on Employee Retention at Grand Royal Hotel  in Shifting HRM Paradigms ,  year 2019,  BMICH -Colombo ,  pp.13-14,  CIPM ,    Pathirana,U,P,G,Y; Weerarathna, R. S ,
  • Pathirana G.Y,Weerarathne R.S,Madawala R.M.D.A.K,Lakmali T.A.H,Wickramarachchi D.C   Glass Ceiling and Women Career Blooming in Sri Lankan Academic Sector;oming in Sri Lankan Academic Sector;A Conceptual Framework for future Research  in Sharing and Inclusion for Shaping the Future,  year 2019,  Belihuloya,  pp.201-207,  Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka ,    29th-30th October ,
  • G.Y Pathirana,S. Sivadarshan, Y.R.D.N. Rupasinghe, U.A.N.N Maduwantha   Impact of Covid 19 towards customer satisfaction of the online banking users in Sri Lanka  in 3rd Management Undergraduate Research Session (MURS),  year 2022,      Sabaragamuwa University,
  • G.Y Pathirana ,K.G.T.T. Wickramasinghe, L.Y.N. Perera, K.K. Priyamantha, S.A.V.T. Samaraweera, R.S. Weerarathna   The Relationship Between Spiritual Intelligence and Job Satisfaction of IT Professionals with Special Reference to IT Companies in Sri Lanka  in 5th International Conference on Business Research – 2022 ,  year 2022,      University of Moratuwa Sri Lanka,
  • K.G.T.T. Wickramasinghe, L.Y.N. Perera, K.K. Priyamantha, S.A.V.T. Samaraweera, R.S. Weerarathna and G.Y Pathirana   The Impact of Spiritual Intelligence on Job Satisfaction of IT Professionals in Sri Lankan IT Companies  in 9th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches – 2022 (ICMA – 2022),  year 2022,      University of Sri Jayewardenepura Sri Lanka,
  • R.K.H. Kalpanee, D.S.P.M Shihari, H.M.C.C Herath, R.M.H.K Rathnayake, G.Y Pathirana and C.N Wickramarachchi   Impact of Social Media towards Employment Decision of Management Undergraduates  in 13th International Conference on Business and Information-2022,  year 2022,      University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka,
  • A.K. Samarajeewa, M.A.S. Premachandra, A.N. Madushani , P.K.D.U.P Gunarathna, G.Y Pathirana and C.N Wickramarachchi   Use of Predictive Analytics by Sri Lankan Financial Institutions in Issuing Credit Card Services to Customer  in 4th Management Undergraduates Research Session in Collaboration with Young Scientists Forum (MURS),  year 2022,      Sabaragamuwa University Sri Lanka,
  • A.K. Samarajeewa, M.A.S. Premachandra, A.N. Madushani , P.K.D.U.P Gunarathna, G.Y Pathirana and C.N Wickramarachchi   Use of Predictive Analytics in Issuing Credit Card Services to the Customers: Evidence from Sri Lanka  in 13th International Conference on Business and Information,  year 2022,      University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka,

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

  • M.D.C.P Walpola, A.D.W.D Piyasiri, I.A.U.M Jayamal, T.H.P.C Wijenayaka, G.Y Pathirana, R.S Weerarathne  ” Predicting and Comparing the Retention and Turnover Intention of Generations ‘X’ and ‘Y’ at Selected Service Companies in Sri Lanka  Presentation,  at University of Sri Jayawardhanapura,   2020
  • M.D.C.P Walpola, A.D.W.D Piyasiri, I.A.U.M Jayamal, T.H.P.C Wijenayaka, G.Y Pathirana, R.S Weerarathne  ” The Impact of Generation Gap on Employees of Generation ‘X’ and ‘Y’ on Turnover Intention  Presentation,  at CINEC Campus ,   2020
  • W.S.K. Fernando, M.K.V.R. Jayasekara, H.B.M.C. Senevirathne, W.G.G.M.J. Sumanarathne, G.Y. Pathirana, R.S. Weerarathne  ” A Study on Essential Elements of Human Resource Management Curriculum : Industrial Professionals Perspective  Presentation,  at CINEC Campus ,   2020
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Introducing the visionary entrepreneur, Mr. Indy Pathmanadan, affectionately known as Mr. Indy, a driving force in the Bath Furniture and Modular Kitchen industries. With over 30 years of expertise, Mr.Indy’s journey is one of extraordinary accomplishments and relentless pursuit of excellence.

A graduate in engineering from the prestigious University of Waterloo, Ontario, Mr. Indy’s entrepreneurial journey began as a Coop student in his Canadian garage. From humble beginnings, he transformed MagickWoods into a global powerhouse with operations spanning across North America and Asia. Today, MagickWoods stands tall with an impressive presence in renowned retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, and Menards. Mr. Indy’s bold vision includes establishing a strong domestic presence in the USA, facilitating the transformation from China to Aurora. His innovative approach involves forging exclusive partnerships with retailers, creating bespoke brands tailored to their discerning customer base.

With an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality, Mr. Indy is a firm believer in the digital economy. His passion for enhancing the customer experience led him to pioneer the use of cuttingedge 3D and augmented reality technologies in kitchen design, revolutionising the industry. Demonstrating his forward-thinking mindset, Mr. Indy recently unveiled Magickhome.com, an exceptional ecommerce platform that offers direct-to-consumer digital sales channels, further expanding his reach and impact. Notably, he holds a patent for his groundbreaking invention, the Bath weighing scale product, exemplifying his dedication to innovation.

Mr. Indy’s exceptional contributions have earned him a plethora of accolades. From prestigious design awards for his innovative creations at Bath Furniture to receiving the esteemed Young Entrepreneur Award from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, his outstanding achievements have been recognised on numerous occasions. Additionally, his remarkable export performance and job creation efforts have garnered accolades from the Government of India, solidifying his reputation as an industry trailblazer. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavours, Mr. Indy actively engages in social causes close to his heart. As the co-founder of CanTYD, a non-profit organisation focused on youth development in Canada, he channels his passion for empowering the younger generation. Furthermore, he dedicated four years of his life to serving on the Southeast Asian Consultative Committee of the Metropolitan Toronto Police, striving to create a safer community for all.

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