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info@sliit.lkCAREER SUMMARY
My career journey has been marked by a blend of academic roles and industry experience, providing me with a comprehensive understanding of both sectors. Beginning as a Program Coordinator at Tuter project Academy Nawala, I transitioned to teaching positions at the Faculty of Business in the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), gradually progressing from an Instructor to an Assistant Lecturer, and ultimately to a Lecturer. Concurrently, my role as an International Relationship Executive at Senka Aero International has broadened my perspective on global business practices and relationship management. These diverse experiences have equipped me with a holistic view of education and industry, enabling me to navigate effectively between the two realms while fostering growth and collaboration.
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)
HONOURS AND AWARDS
- Research Review 2023- Publication in Q1 Jornal
- Deans List 2016
RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP
Research Interests
Human Resouce Management
International Business
Knowledge Sharing
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
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Effect of E-learning on Management Undergraduates’ Academic Success during COVID-19: A Study at Non-state Universities in Sri Lanka
R.S. Weerarathna, N.M. Rathnayake, U.P.G.Y. Pathirana, D.S.H. Weerasinghe,∗ D.S.P. Biyanwila, and S.D. Bogahage, “Heliyon”
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Does e-commerce really matter on international trade of Asian countries: Evidence from panel data
Shanmugalingam P, Shanmuganeshan A, Manorajan A, Kugathasan M, Pathirana GY, “PLoS ONE”
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Use of Predictive Analytics in Issuing Credit Card Services to the Customers: Evidence from 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, (13th International Conference on Business and Information)
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Use of Predictive Analytics by Sri Lankan Financial Institutions in Issuing Credit Card Services to Customer
A.K. Samarajeewa, M.A.S. Premachandra, A.N. Madushani , P.K.D.U.P Gunarathna, G.Y Pathirana and C.N Wickramarachchi , (4th Management Undergraduates’ Research Session in Collaboration with Young Scientists Forum (MURS))
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Impact of Social Media towards Employment Decision of Management Undergraduates
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, (13th International Conference on Business and Information-2022)
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The Impact of Spiritual Intelligence on Job Satisfaction of IT Professionals in Sri Lankan IT Companies
K.G.T.T. Wickramasinghe, L.Y.N. Perera, K.K. Priyamantha, S.A.V.T. Samaraweera, R.S. Weerarathna and G.Y Pathirana, (9th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches - 2022 (ICMA - 2022))
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The Relationship Between Spiritual Intelligence and Job Satisfaction of IT Professionals with Special Reference to IT Companies in Sri Lanka
G.Y Pathirana ,K.G.T.T. Wickramasinghe, L.Y.N. Perera, K.K. Priyamantha, S.A.V.T. Samaraweera, R.S. Weerarathna , (5th International Conference on Business Research - 2022 )
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Impact of Covid 19 towards customer satisfaction of the online banking users in Sri Lanka
G.Y Pathirana,S. Sivadarshan, Y.R.D.N. Rupasinghe, U.A.N.N Maduwantha , (3rd Management Undergraduate Research Session (MURS))
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Identifying the Empirical Gaps in the Relationships between Student Engagement and Their Academic Achievement; Future Research
Pathirana, G. Y,Galappaththi, I. I. L., Dissanayake, R., Welgama, T. W., Somachandara, U. A., Weerarathna, R. S., & , “.” South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics”
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Factors Affecting the Selection of Human Resources Management as an Area of Specialization(2020): A Conceptual Model
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 , “ International Journal of Human Resource -Studies ”
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Analysis on Current and Future Training Needs in Health Sector of Sri Lanka
G.Y Pathirana ,W.Rajapaksha, R.S Weerarathna & M.H Malage, “Quality - Access to Success ”
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Leave or remain intentions of Gen X and Y employees
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,, “Quality & Quantity ”
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A Study on Essential Elements of Human Resource Management Curriculum : Industrial Professionals’ Perspective
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,
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Factors Affecting the Selection of Human Resources Management as an Area of Specialization: A Conceptual Model
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, “International Journal of Human Resource Studies - IJHRS”
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The Impact of Generation Gap on Employees of Generation 'X' and 'Y' on Turnover Intention
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,
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Predicting and Comparing the Retention and Turnover Intention of Generations 'X' and 'Y' at Selected Service Companies in Sri Lanka
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,
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A Study on the Relationship between Student Engagement and Their Academic Achievements
Glapaththi, I., Dissanayake, R., Welgama, T., Somachandara, U., Pathirana, G. Y., & Weerarathna, R. S. , “Asian Social Science” , pp. 1-16
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Glass Ceiling and Women Career Blooming in Sri Lankan Academic Sector;oming in Sri Lankan Academic Sector;A Conceptual Framework for future Research
Pathirana G.Y,Weerarathne R.S,Madawala R.M.D.A.K,Lakmali T.A.H,Wickramarachchi D.C, (Sharing and Inclusion for Shaping the Future)
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The Impact of Industrial Relations on Employee Retention at Grand Royal Hotel
Pathirana,U,P,G,Y; Weerarathna, R. S & Supun Fernando , (Shifting HRM Paradigms )
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Impact of SERVQUAL model dimensions for Customer Satisfaction towards Vehicle Leasing Providers in Sri Lanka
Pathirana U.P.G.Y, “International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences ” , pp. 210-221
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Impact of HR Practices on Employee Retention; Sri Lankan Perspective.
Thilakarathna D.L.N.C, Sirirwardhana M.M.A.S, Weerarathna, R.S and Pathirana U.P.G.Y ,
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"The Impact of HR Practices on Employee Retention; A Case of BPO Sector, Sri Lanka"
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, “International Journal of Human Resource Studies” , pp. 1-21
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E Commerce Video Based Automobile Website
Pathirana,U P G Y; Wellala D S M , “International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences ” , pp. 616-626
