Annual Research Symposium (ARS): Recent submissions

  • Adaptation of e-commerce by Sri Lankan companies 
    Munasinghe, M.A.T.K.; Kumari, P.W.N.A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Electronic Commerce or E-commerce is the newest trading mechanism activated by means of the internet or other computer networks. This particular trade method is functioned in three forms namely Public relations, Brochuring ...
  • The impact of types of ownership on small firm performance in Sri Lanka 
    Nanayakkara, K.G.M.; Wijetunge, W.A.D.S. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Over the past 2years new and small firms have been identified by most economies as significant components of economic strategies for job and wealth creation. This has paved the way for a large amount of innovators to start ...
  • Determinants of Exchange Rate Movements 
    Ranjani, R.P.C.; Fernando, J.M.R.; Rathnasiri, U.A.H.A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    The economy is comprised of many activities that fulfill human needs. The fluctuations of economy depend on variety of economic tools in any country. The exchange rate is one of the most important macro economic tool, since ...
  • Necessity and importance of developing forensic accounting services in Sri Lanka to mitigate corporate failures 
    Thilakarathna, P.M.C. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    The accounting scandals involving Enron, WorldCom and Global Crossing in the world, and Pramuka Bank and Golden Key Credit card companies in Sri Lanka have put accountants in the public spotlight as never before in their ...
  • Accounting information of cooperative rural banks in Sri Lanka 
    Jayamaha, A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Many small financial institutions (SFIs) in developing countries make great effort to provide efficient services to the poorhouse holders. In Sri Lanka, Cooperative rural banks (CRBs), one of the formal SFIs in Sri Lanka, ...
  • Macroeconomic determinants of stock market return with special reference to the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) 
    Karunarathne, W.V.A.D.; Ranjani, R.P.C.; Kumari, P.W.N.A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    The linkage between macroeconomic variables and the movement of stock prices for developing countries have been widely discussing topic in research arena. CSE is one of the top performing markets in Asia with an average ...
  • An Empirical Analysis on Determinants of Capital Structure in Sri Lankan Companies 
    Silva, P.A.P; Ranjani, R.P.C. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    One of the central issues in both the theory and the practice of finance is the problem of determining the optimal capital structure of the firm. This study was undertaken to identify the most significant variables considered ...
  • The Impact of work related factors on Labour Management Relationship 
    Gamage, P.N.; Uduwella, U.K.S.M. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Labour Management Relationship is an important factor that could contribute to gain the competitive advantage in productivity and value addition in both manufacturing and service producing organizations in theglobal ...
  • Reasons for Strikes in Plantation Industry 
    Gamage, P.N.; Uduwella, U.K.S.M. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    The economy of Sri Lanka still remains on plantation agriculture and also the largest concentration of resident labour in the country was in the plantation sector. Today globalization process has offered unlimited opportunities ...
  • The Relationship between Personality and Work Life Balance; An Empirical Study of Bank Executives in Western Province 
    Ediriweera, A.N.; Weerakkody, W.A.S. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Personality of an individual is a set of qualities that make the person distinct from another and assumed role or manner of behavior. Within the ones personality the complex of all the attributes such as behavioral, ...
  • Impact of Rewards on Firms Performance with Reference to SMEs in Western Province - A Mediation Model 
    Weerakkody, W.A.S.; Ediriweera, A.N. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    To be competitive and for survival of Small and Medium Businesses (SME) it is suggested to offer sufficient rewards in order to gain higher and broader skills and competencies of employees. So as to achieve this purpose, ...
  • RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TRANSFER OF TRAINING AND TRAINING EFFECTIVENESS 
    Gunatilake, Varuni; Shamil, M. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Textile and Apparel industry in Sri Lanka has continued to be one of the highest contributors to Gross Domestic Product in Sri Lanka, though it has continued to face significant challenges domestically and internationally. ...
  • A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON GENERAL DECISION MAKING STYLES OF MIDDLE LEVEL MANAGERS BETWEEN PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS IN SRI LANKA 
    Gunasekare, U.L.T.P.; Morawakage, P.S. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    In this study decision making styles of middle level managers in three government departments and three private companies were studied to find out their general decision making styles and further a comparison was done ...
  • Aedes albopictus the “underrated” Asian Tiger 
    Jayasooriya, D.H.S.W.; Gunawardene, Y.I.N.S.; Manamperi, A.; de Silva, H.J.; Abeyewickreme, W. (University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction The mosquito Aedes aegypti was thought to be the main vector responsible for virtually all dengue epidemics; while Aedes albopictus was considered a vector in which the virus is maintained but does not cause ...
  • Using comic booklets as a tool of English language learning for specific purposes 
    Athukorala, V.U.; Edirisinghe, E.A.N.J.; Salgado, Sujatha (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction The purpose of this research is to explore the effectiveness of using comic booklets/cartoon strips/illustrated stories as a tool in facilitating English Language learning from students perspective. In line ...
  • The Digital lab: a computer lab to replace microscopic slides by virtual slides 
    Hettige, S.; Solangaarachchi, D.I.K.; Thilakawansa, H.K.D.D.; Pathmeswaran, A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction Traditional medical curriculum includes many laboratory classes where students learn to recognize microscopic structures and pathological changes by looking at prepared slides using light microscopes. The ...
  • Extent of patient delay and its clinical implications among breast cancer patients of the professorial surgical unit, NCTH, Ragama 
    Dharmasiri, K.B.V.S.V.T.; Perera, H.A.S.S.; Nusliha, A.; Ariyaratne, M.H.J. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction Delay in diagnosis of breast cancer results in poor outcome. Objective The aim of the study was to assess the extent of patient delay and its association with presenting complains, breast self-examination, ...
  • A rare variation of hepatic artery arising from the left gastric artery in a Sri Lankan cadaver 
    Mallawaarachchi, Ranjan; Wimalarathne, Saranga; Fernando, E.D.P.S.; Salgado, L.S.S. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction Anatomical variations of the arterial supply of the liver are frequently found. The normal hepatic arterial anatomy as described in classic text books is only found in 52-80% of cases. Knowledge of the hepatic ...
  • An anatomical study on pyramidal lobe of the thyroid gland in Sri Lankan population; Occurrence and clinical significance 
    Wimalarathne, Saranga; Mallawaarachchi, Ranjan; Karunanayake, Aranjan; Salgado, LSS (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Introduction Total thyroidectomy is a common surgical procedure performed all over the world. Presence of a pyramidal lobe has an added functional and clinical significance. Even after performing a total thyroidectomy for ...
  • Iodine concentrations of spring water and serum TSH levels in 5-year old children resident in the estates of the Ratnapura district 
    Abeysuriya, V.; Wickremasinghe, A.R.; Perera, K.P.J.; Kasturiratne, A. (Research Symposium 2010 - Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2010)
    Objective To determine the Iodine concentrations in drinking water sources of estate population of the Ratnapura district and to determine the association between iodine levels of drinking water and Thyroid Stimulating ...

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