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info@sliit.lkCAREER SUMMARY
My career journey reflects a dynamic blend of academic excellence, research engagement, industry exposure, and leadership experience, enabling me to develop a well-rounded perspective across both education and corporate sectors. I began my professional career as a Program Coordinator at Tuter Project Academy, Nawala, where I gained foundational experience in academic administration and student development. I subsequently joined the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) Business School, progressively advancing through the roles of Instructor, Assistant Lecturer, Lecturer, and currently serving as a Senior Lecturer.
Throughout my academic career, I have been actively involved in teaching, research, curriculum development, student mentorship, and academic administration, particularly in the areas of Business Analytics, Human Resource Management, People Analytics, and Digital Transformation. My research contributions have been recognized through several indexed journal publications, conference presentations, and research excellence awards. In addition, I have undertaken leadership responsibilities in organizing major academic and extracurricular initiatives, including serving as the Chair and Program Head of VogueFest and contributing to various institutional development activities at SLIIT Business School.
Complementing my academic experience, my role as an International Relationship Executive at Senka Aero International enhanced my exposure to global business operations, international collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management. Furthermore, my involvement with Leasing.lk as a business intermediary and strategic collaborator has strengthened my practical understanding of industry dynamics, entrepreneurship, and customer relationship management.
These diverse experiences have equipped me with the ability to effectively bridge academia and industry, fostering innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-driven impact while contributing meaningfully to both student development and organizational growth.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – 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
Bachelor of Business Administration (Special Honours) in Business Management, Specialized in Human Capital Management – Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Graduated with Second Class Honours
HONOURS AND AWARDS
- Overall Outstanding Performer of the Year – Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology Staff Awards 2025
- Citation Excellence Award – Recognition for Outstanding Research Citations, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology Staff Awards 2025
- Researcher of the Year (Merit Award) – Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology Staff Awards 2024
- Research Excellence Recognition – Publication in a Q1 Indexed Journal at Research Review 2023
- Dean’s List Award – Academic Excellence Recognition, 2016
RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP
Research Interests
- Business Analytics
- People Analytics
- Human Resource Management
- Learning Analytics
- Digital Transformation
- Industry 5.0
- Tourism and Hospitality Analytics
- Sustainable Business Practices
- Consumer Behavior
- Artificial Intelligence in Business
- Workforce Digitalization
- Gig Economy Studies
- Entrepreneurship
- Organizational Behavior
- Data-Driven Decision Making
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
