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Empowering Future Innovators Through Excellence in Information Management Education and Leadership

Prof. Ruwan Jayathilaka is a Professor at SLIIT Business School and the Head of the Department of Information Management. He previously served as the MBA Programme Coordinator. He has extensive experience working with leading international and national organisations, including UNICEF, the World Economic Forum, the International Organization for Migration, the Institute of Policy Studies, and the International Development Research Centre, contributing to policy-oriented research and development initiatives.

Prof. Jayathilaka has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles in Scopus-indexed journals, with over 90% appearing in Q1-ranked outlets. His work is characterised by strong methodological expertise, particularly in the application of advanced econometric and data-driven analytical techniques.

His research focuses on global development challenges at the intersection of economic, environmental, and social systems, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, climate change, health and demographic dynamics, globalisation, and macroeconomic policy. His work is grounded in cross-country empirical analysis and is widely recognised for its policy relevance and empirical depth.

Prof. Jayathilaka has extensive lecturing experience in Applied Econometrics, Business Economics, Business Statistics, Business Research Practice, and Data Analysis at both state and private universities in Sri Lanka and Australia. He has also supervised postgraduate and undergraduate research across several institutions, with many projects leading to high-quality academic outputs. In addition, he has served as a resource person for numerous workshops on research methods and advanced data analysis organised by universities and government institutions in Sri Lanka.

Prof. Ruwan Jayathilaka

    • Ph.D. in Economics, Griffith University, Australia.
    • MSSc (Economics), National University of Singapore, Singapore.
    • MEcon (Distinction Pass), University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
    • B.A. in Economics (Sp. Econometrics) First Class Honours, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
    • Dip in System Design, National Institute of Business Management, Sri Lanka.

Message from the Head

Welcome to the Department of Information Management at SLIIT Business School! The Department of Information Management sits at the intersection of business insight and technological innovation. We are proud to offer dynamic, industry-relevant degree programmes in Business Analytics, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management of Information Systems, and Quality Management. These programmes are designed to equip students with future-ready skills that empower them to lead and thrive in an increasingly data-driven and interconnected world. 

Our department’s strength lies in a learner-centric approach that combines academic rigour with practical relevance. Whether it’s harnessing data for strategic decision-making, optimising complex supply chains, managing enterprise-level information systems, or driving operational excellence through quality frameworks — our graduates are well-prepared to tackle critical challenges across a broad range of industries. 

At the heart of our success is a dedicated academic team, consisting of experienced faculty and industry professionals who bring both theoretical expertise and real-world perspectives into the classroom. We also maintain robust industry partnerships that provide students with hands-on experience through internships, live projects, industry mentoring, and exposure to global business practices. 

We strive to cultivate not only skilled professionals but also ethical leaders and critical thinkers. Through research engagement, student-led initiatives, innovation challenges, and interdisciplinary learning, we encourage our students to grow intellectually, socially, and professionally. 

As the Head of Department, I am committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive environment where students are inspired to explore, innovate, and lead. I warmly invite you to join us on this transformative journey and become part of the future of intelligent, technology-enabled business ecosystems. 

 

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