Workshop on Enhancing Entrepreneurial Success for HDESBM 2024/25 Students

The Department of Management and Organization Studies successfully organized a workshop for the Higher Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (HDESBM) 2024/25 students on December 15, 2024, at the Professor Jayarathna Auditorium.

The event, held in collaboration with DFCC Bank – Thirasara Athwela Entrepreneurship Development Programme, aimed to provide students with practical insights into key aspects of entrepreneurial success. The workshop featured four engaging sessions led by industry experts:

1. The Importance of Banking Relationships for Entrepreneurial Success by Mr. Lakshitha Weerasinghe, Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager, DFCC Bank PLC.

2. Digitalization and Its Impact on Small-Medium Businesses by Mr. Omar Sahib, Chief Digital Officer, DFCC Bank PLC.

3. Internationalization of SMEs: Processes and Support by Mr. Sajitha Jayakody, Assistant Vice President – Trade & International Remittances, DFCC Bank PLC.

4. Export Readiness Essentials by Mrs. Malani Baddegamage, Former Acting Director General/Additional Director General, Sri Lanka Export Development Board.

This workshop provided participants with invaluable knowledge and strategies to enhance their entrepreneurial journey, equipping them to navigate the challenges of modern business environments