FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT

Departments

Department of Decision Science

The Bachelor of Management Honours
in Business Analytics program offers a
comprehensive curriculum with
innovative modules that build core
business analytics knowledge and
analytical skills for success in today’s
dynamic workplace.

Department of Marketing

The Bachelor of Management Honours
in Marketing program offers a
comprehensive curriculum with
innovative modules that build core
marketing knowledge and practical
skills for success in today’s dynamic
industry

Department of Accounting

The Bachelor of Management Honours
in Accounting degree program offers a
comprehensive curriculum with a
diverse range of innovative modules,
providing students with a solid
foundation in accounting
and finance.

Department of Human Resource

We offer the Bachelor of Management
Honours in Human Resource, through
blending theory with practical
experience to prepare students for
successful, recognized and varied
Human Resource based careers in Sri
Lanka and worldwide.

Dr. Anoma Edirimanna

Dean of the Faculty of Management

PhD in Business and Management
(MSU, Malaysia)
MBA in Management of Technology
(UoM, Sri Lanka)
BSc in Physical Science
(USJP, Sri Lanka)
Passed Finalist (IBSL)

Dean - Faculty of Management

CAREER SUMMARY

Dr. Anoma Edirimanna is a veteran academic with over 25 years of experience in tertiary education and academic administration, currently serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Management. Her extensive academic qualifications include a BSc in Physical Sciences from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, an MBA in Management of Technology from the University of Moratuwa, a PhD in Business and Management from the Management and Science University in Malaysia, and she is a passed finalist from the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka.  

Email: dean_fom@kiu.ac.lk

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Dr. Anoma began her career as a Computer Instructor at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura in 1997 and subsequently joined the Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT) as a Lecturer in 1998. Over two decades at ACBT, she made significant contributions as a senior lecturer, research supervisor, examiner, student advisor, sports in-charge, and mentor for junior lecturers. She played a pivotal role in establishing ACBT’s UK arm in partnership with Pearson and Middlesex University, serving as the Head of BTEC HND programs for five years. In 2022, Dr. Anoma transitioned to roles at several prestigious institutions, including the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, BMS in partnership with Northumbria University, UTS Insearch in partnership with the University of Technology, Sydney, and ECU/ECC in partnership with Edith Cowan University, Australia. Her teaching expertise spans Business Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Quantitative Research Methodology, and HR Analytics. Her research on Enterprise Risk Management in higher education has led to numerous publications and presentations at international conferences. Dr. Edirimanna is known for her communication and interpersonal skills, advanced research capabilities, and proficiency in data analysis tools such as MS Excel, SPSS, Smart PLS, and AMOS. Her dedication to education, professional development, and academic excellence is reflected in her extensive teaching, research, and administrative contributions.

Publications

Perera, A. A. S., Rahmat, A.K., Khatibi, A. & Azam, S.M.F. (2022). Reliability Assessment of Indicators Measuring the Impact of Enterprise Risk Management on Performance of Higher Education Institutions in Sri Lanka. Asian Journal of University Education (AJUE). Volume 18, Number 1, January 2022. pp (300 – 321)
Perera, A. A. S., Rahmat, A.K., Khatibi, A. & Azam, S.M.F. (2021). The impact of Enterprise Risk Management on Performance of Higher education institutions in Sri Lanka. Hong Kong Journal of Social Sciences (HKJOSS). No 58 Autumn/Winter 2021. pp (252 – 265).
Perera, A. A. S., Rahmat, A.K., Khatibi, A. & Azam, S.M.F. (2020). Review of Literature: Implementation of Enterprise Risk Management into Higher Education. International Journal of Education and Research. 8(10). pp (155-172)
Perera, A. A. S. (2019). Enterprise Risk Management – International Standards and Frameworks. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications. 9(7). pp (211-217)
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Edirimanna/research

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