About the Doctoral Colloquium
The Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo, is organising the ‘Doctoral Colloquium 2026’ in parallel with the 21st International Research Conference on Management and Finance (IRCMF), 2026. This year, we are pleased to extend an invitation to researchers from all higher degree programs, including PhD, DBA MPhil, MBA, and MSc, thereby enabling a wider audience of early-career researchers to participate and benefit from this scholarly exchange.
Date and Time : November 26, 2026, at 8.00 am – 5.00 pm
Venue : Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo
(Primarily held as an onsite event and only the overseas presenters will get the opportunity to present virtually)
The colloquium will consist of two sessions across three events, allowing participants to customise their involvement based on their needs and interests:
Doctoral Inspiration Talk: “Tares and Tears in the PhD Journey”
This session aims to inspire and motivate by sharing real experiences of the doctoral journey, along with tips for navigating and succeeding in the doctoral process.
Expert Dialogue: “Integrating Generative AI into Doctoral Research”
We invite you to join us for an enlightening discussion on integrating generative AI into doctoral research, led by the esteemed Professor Roshan Ragel from the University of Peradeniya. As a celebrated scholar in the field of AI, he has an outstanding reputation among both local and international academics. His session promises to inspire and guide you on how to effectively harness the power of AI in your research.
Doctoral Work Presentations: “Present your Research to a Panel of Experts and get Feedback”
Expert guidance and feedback on your research will allow you to identify both your strengths and weaknesses, enhancing your ability to complete or initiate outstanding research endeavours.
Submissions of ongoing research work of researchers can be in the form of concept papers, literature reviews, initial findings, etc. The following are important deadlines which are also given in the flyer.
- Customising Participation: 13 Sep 2026
- Submission of the Extended Abstracts: 21 Sept 2026
- Doctoral Colloquium: 26 Nov 2026
- Conference: 27 Nov 2026
DC Submission Guidelines
Please submit your extended abstract on or before September 21, 2026.
Payment Method for Local Authors
1.Registration Fee:
- Participating in the morning session only – LKR 3000
- Participating in the full session and presenting the research paper – LKR 5000
- Participating in the full session – LKR 4000
2.Registration Closing Date – 14th November 2026
3.Payment Methods:
Method 01 (Please follow the steps below)
- Go to – University of Colombo Online Payment Gateway (https://pay.cmb.ac.lk)
- Select Fee Type – Conference Fee -FMF
- Use the reference no. 412080400188 to verify the transaction
- Payments can be made using Visa or Master cards
Method 02 (Bank to bank transfers)
| Name of the Account Holder | Bursar, University of Colombo |
|---|---|
| Address of the Account Holder | 94, Cumarathunga Munidasa Mawatha, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka |
| Bank Account Number | 086-100-1611-89660 |
| Bank Name | People’s Bank |
| Branch Name | Thimbirigasyaya |
| Branch Address | 146, Havelock Road, Colombo 05 |
| Telephone of Account Holder | 0112 594640 |
| SWIFT Code | PSBKLKLX |
| Attn | Bursar, University of Colombo |
Method 03 (Any cheque payment)
- Cheques have to draw “Bursar, University of Colombo”
4. Please send us the registration fee payment verification by filling out the “Doctoral Colloquium: Payment Proof Submission 2026” form: https://forms.gle/m8i8kytvQJSwCYdF9
Payment Method for Foreign Authors
1.Registration Fee: USD 55
2.Registration Closing Date: 14th November 2026
3.Payment Methods: Bank Wire Transfer (SWIFT)
| Name of the Account Holder: | Bursar, University of Colombo |
|---|---|
| Address of the Account Holder: | 94, Cumarathunga Munidasa Mawatha, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka |
| Bank Account Number: | 086-100-1611-89660 |
| Bank Name: | People’s Bank |
| Branch Name: | Thimbirigasyaya |
| Branch Address: | 146, Havelock Road, Colombo 05 |
| Telephone of Account Holder: | 0112 594640 |
| SWIFT Code: | PSBKLKLX |
| Attn: | Bursar, University of Colombo |
4. Please send us the registration fee payment verification by filling out the “Doctoral Colloquium: Payment Proof Submission 2026” form: https://forms.gle/m8i8kytvQJSwCYdF9
DC Co-Chairs
DC Co-Secretaries
Dr. Thivyaashani Sivasubramaniam
Dr. Isuri Malawara Arachchi
Ms. Ishara Gamage
Mr. Venuka Batagoda
Web Administrator
Ms. K.W.N.S.Anuradhani
Contact Details: Co-Chairs
For any information regarding the Colloquium, please email ircmfdc@fmf.cmb.ac.lk
Contact Details: Co-Secretaries
Ms. Ishara Gamage
Department of Accounting
ishara@dac.cmb.ac.lk
+94779430082
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Mr. Venuka Batagoda
Department of International Business
venuka@dinb.cmb.ac.lk
+94774604301