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Industry Mentorship Program

Department of Human Resource Management

The Department of Human Resource Management, University of Kelaniya, proudly launches the Industry Mentorship Program 2025, an initiative designed to connect aspiring undergraduates with distinguished industry professionals. This program serves as a bridge between academia and the corporate world, nurturing future-ready graduates through mentorship, guidance, and meaningful professional engagement.

Message by the Head of the Department

Dr. Saroja Wanigasekara

".......It gives me great pleasure to introduce the Industry Mentorship Program 2025, a significant initiative by the Department of Human Resource Management to support the professional development of our undergraduates. Guided by the theme “HR Today: Inspiring Undergraduates to Shape Their Future,” this program reflects our vision of preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving world of work. This year, we are honored to collaborate with over 50 distinguished industry personalities who have generously come forward to share their expertise, insights, and real-world experiences.

Through this program, we aim to create a meaningful platform for mentorship, learning, and industry engagement—one that empowers our undergraduates to build confidence, develop essential professional skills, and shape their own career paths with clarity and purpose. We warmly welcome all mentors and students to this fulfilling journey of growth, connection, and inspiration......"

The Heart of Our Initiative

Empowering undergraduates with real-world guidance, industry knowledge, and the confidence to shape their future careers.

50+ Mentors, One Vision

Proudly collaborating with 50+ top corporate leaders from Sri Lanka’s leading industries.

Your Takeaways

Professional mentorship
Career direction
Soft-skill & industry-skill development
Exclusive exposure to HR today

Esteemed Panelists Joining the Industry Mentorship Program Launch

Thushari Premarathna

Senior Manager, Global HR Shared Services IFS

"....Great careers grow from conversations, not just coursework. Mentors offer perspective, networks, and encouragement that help students shape meaningful career choices. This program creates those conversations and the opportunities that follow...."

Gayan Thilakarathne

Group Head of Human Resources Dilmah Tea

"...Today’s HR roles are evolving to become more strategic, technologically enabled, and deeply people-focused, emphasizing a strong human-centric leadership approach. Future HR leaders must learn to balance technology with empathy, using data to guide decisions while understanding employee well-being, inclusion, and meaningful work. I wish all undergraduates the very best as they work toward achieving their career goals...."

Amali Ferdinandes

Head of Human Resources & Administration

Asian Paints Causeway

"...Mentoring plays a vital role in shaping an individual’s life. It’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and share experiences that create lasting impact. Congratulations to the whole team on this great initiative where we can build a culture of learning and empowerment..."

If you aspire to serve as a proud mentor, we invite you to join our mentorship community.

Scan the QR code and send us your application.

"... Your mentorship can play a vital role in guiding our undergraduates on their journey from the classroom to the boardroom....."

Successfully launched the Industry Mentorship Program 2025

"Empowering Futures, One Connection at a Time!

The Industry Mentorship Program 2025 Launch was a huge success, graced by esteemed guests Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice Chancellor of UOK, Prof. Bandara Wanninayake, Dean FCMS! Dr. Saroja Wanigasekara, Head of the Department of HRM and the esteemed panel of academics of DHRM

Our panel discussion featured industry leaders Thushari Premarathna (IFS), Gayan Thilakarathne (Dilmah Tea), and Amali Ferdinandes (Asian Paints Causeway), who shared invaluable insights on shaping the future of HR with Dr. Arjun de Silva who acted as the moderator.

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our Official Web Page! Check it out and join our mentor pool to guide the next generation of HR leaders.

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success!