Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

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Professor H.M.S. Priyanath

Position: Professor

priya@ssl.sab.ac.lk

Qualifications

  • Ph.D., University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
  • M.A. in Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.
  • B.A. (Special) in Economics (First Class), University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.
  • Higher Diploma in Counselling Psychology, Institute of Human Resource Advancement

Research Interests

Transaction Cost, Consumer Behavior and Intention, Service Quality, Small and Medium Industries, Business Economics, Economic Sociology, Social Security, Psychological Capital, Intellectual Capital, Social Capital, Mental Well-being, Mental Health, Gem Mining and Business, Tourism, Cooperatives, and Community-based organizations.

Recent Publications

Books

Ranatunga, & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Transaction Costs Economics: Theory and Practice, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya.

Priyanath H. M. S. (2017). Network Relationships and Transaction Cost of Small Enterprises in Sri Lanka, Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany.

Priyanath H. M. S. (2017). Social Capital and Transaction Costs: A Study of Small Enterprises in Sri Lanka, Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany.

Priyanath, H.M.S., Bandara, S.M.R. & Ariyasena, M. A. D. N. (2010), Impact of Tobacco vs. Alternative Crop Cultivation on the Socio-Economic Status of Farmers. Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol Publication.

Research Papers

Amarasiri, M. M. P. L. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2023). Do the transaction cost determinants affect the livelihoods of SANASA beneficiaries? A case of SANASA beneficiaries in the Colombo district, Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 3(1), 33-44. doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v3i1.83

Kalyani, L.D., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Aruna S. Gamage. (2023). Psychological capital and affective organizational commitment among employees of the handloom industry in Sri Lanka: The mediate role of work engagement. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 3(1), 91 -100. doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v3i1.89

Anushi, K.S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Tennakoon, W.D.N.S.M. (2022). Nexus among psychological capital, work-life balance and job satisfaction of employees in the apparel industry, Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2(1), 85-95. http://doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v2i1.59

Perera, H.T.P.L. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Effect of Self-Efficacy on Self-Employment Intention of Undergraduates: A case of Arts undergraduates in the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Journal of Social Review and Development, 1(2), 05-13.

Disanayaka, P.A.N.C. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Impact of Fast-Food Consumption on Overweight Among Young Adults in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Education, Teaching, and Social Sciences (IJETS), 2(3), 10 – 21. https://doi.org/10.47747/ijets.v2i3.728

Sujeewa Kodithuwakku, & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Impact of intellectual human capital and knowledge acquisition capabilities on financial performances of indigenous craft industries in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2(2), 93-104. doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v2i2.76

Hathella H.V.R.G., & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Nexus between transaction cost and livelihood success of Samurdhi beneficiaries in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2(2), 31-41. http://doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v2i2.71

Kumari, R.G.R.L. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Service quality, transaction cost, and customer satisfaction of the customers of co-operative rural banks in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Co-operative Studies, 2(1), 1-14.

Kodithuwakku, S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2022). Impact of intellectual structural capital and knowledge-based dynamic capabilities on the financial performance of the indigenous craft industry in Sri Lanka. Colombo Business Journal, 13(2), 48–75. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/cbj.v13i2.124

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. (2022). Transaction cost determinants and their effect on livelihoods of the Sanasa beneficiaries in Badulla district in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Journal of Banking & Finance (SLJBF), 5(2), 101 -125. http://doi.org/10.4038/sljbf.v5i2.33

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K. Jayasekara, M.D.R., & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Impact of ICT Usage and Dynamic Capabilities on the Business Resilience of SMEs under the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Galle District, Rajarata Business Matters, 9(2), 63 - 95

Dangalla, T.E.I. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Factors influencing consumers’ buying behavior of organic food in Sri Lanka (With special reference to the consumers in the Kegalle city area). Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Economics (SJAE), 23(1), 35-55. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/sjae.v23i1.4660

Purnima, U. G. K., Ranatunga, R. V. S. P. K., & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2021). The impact of Samurdhi development program on self-employment motivation of women (A study on self-employed Samurdhi recipient women in Matara district, Sri Lanka). Journal of Management Matters, 8(2), 75–96. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/jmm.v8i2.28

Chandrarathna, G.V.B.L. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). An Investigation of the Challenges of Translating Military Terms from English to Sinhala. Sri Lanka Military Academy Journal, 03, 12 – 25.

Amarasiri, M.M. P. L., & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). The impact of internet banking service quality on the satisfaction of military executives in Colombo district in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Military Academy Journal, 03, 60 – 76.

Hathella, H. V. R. G., & Priyanath, H. M. (2021). Demographic Features and Mathematics Performance of Students: A case of G.C.E O/L Students in Ratnapura Educational Zone. Rajarata University Journal, 6(2), 67 – 76.

Kulasingha, K.A.S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2021). Future trends in employee requirements in the hotel and restaurant sector in Sri Lanka. International Journal on Recent Trends in Business and Tourism (IJRTBT), 5(4). ISSN: 2550-1526, https://ejournal.lucp.net/index.php/ijrtbt/article/view/1463

Jayathilake, A.P.M. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). Relational contract, asset specificity and business performance: an empirical investigation of small enterprises in Seethawaka Divisional Secretariat Division in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Asian Journal of Management Studies (AJMS), 1(2), 27 – 53.

Jayathma, H.W.T. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2021). The impact of social assistance on social security of elders: An empirical study of elders in Matara District in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 1(2), 123 -133.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath, H.M.S., & Megama, R.G.N. (2021). ICT usage, bounded rationality & business performance of SMES in Sri Lanka. Colombo Business Journal, 12(1), 54 – 86. http://doi.org/10.4038/cbj.v12i1.71

Madubashini, H.I., Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). Customers' satisfaction towards bank services: An empirical analysis in the perspective of transaction cost. Sri Lankan Journal of Banking and Finance (SLJBF), 4(1), 145 -175.

Kumari, R.G.R.L. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). Service Quality, Transaction Cost and Customer Satisfaction: An Empirical Evaluation of Customers of Cooperative Rural Banks in Sri Lanka, The American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research, 4(3), 132 - 142.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath, H.M.S., & Megama, R.G.N. (2021). Role of Mobile Technology on Business Opportunism and Performance of SMEs in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 1(1), 53 - 61.

Cooray, M.T.S.D., & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). The impact of administrative capabilities of employees on customer satisfaction (With special reference to the customers of a Finance Company. Sabaragamuwa Shasthriya Sangrahaya, 11, 21 – 30.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Megama, R.G.N. (2020c). ICT Usage and Business Performance of SMEs in Sri Lanka: The Mediation Effect of Bounded Rationality, Wayamba Journal of Management, 11(2), 1 -24. http://doi.org/10.4038/wjm.v11i2.7470

Gamage K.V.P.I. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2020). Interpersonal trust, opportunism and business performance: An empirical evidence of gem dealers in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Business Continuity and Risk Management, 10(2), 160-180. DOI: 10.1504/IJBCRM.2020.108509.

Dulanjani, P.A. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Intellectual Capital and Business Performance of Self-employers in Sri Lanka: An Empirical Investigation, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 4 (5), 280 -287. rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss/ISSN 2454-6186.

Premadasa H.K.S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Walpita C.N. (2020). The Impact of Social Capital on Socioeconomic Condition of CKDu Patients in Sri Lanka: An Empirical Investigation, International Journal of Scientific Research and Management (IJSRM), 8(5), 377-388. DOI: 10.18535/ijsrm/v8i05.sh01.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath, H.M.S., & Megama, R.G.N. (2020b). Digital Literacy, Business Uncertainty & Economic Performance: An Empirical Study of Small Businesses in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 10(5), 50–76. DOI: 10.6007/IJARBSS/v10-i5/7171.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. (2020). Inter-Personal Trust, Transaction Cost and Livelihood Success of the Members in Community-Based Organizations, Wayamba Journal of Management, 11(1), 55 – 78, DOI: http://doi.org/ 10.4038/wjm.v11i1.7492

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Lakshika, L.P.C. (2020). Social Capital, Transaction Cost and Livelihood Success: A case of Samurdhi Community Based Organization in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Management Studies and Social Science Research, 2(2), 69 – 83.

Miththrananda, B.Y.G.W. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). The Impact of Asymmetric Information on Opportunism and Business Performance: An Empirical Investigation of Small Enterprises in Sri Lanka, Asian Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 8(4), 44 – 57.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Megama, R.G.N. (2020a). Methods and rules-of-thumb in the determination of minimum sample size when applying Structural Equation Modelling: A Review, Journal of Social Science Research, 15, 102 – 109. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24297/jssr.v15i.8670.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Priyanganie, R.P.S. (2020). Governing Mechanisms, Job Satisfaction and Employee Performance: An Empirical Study of Employees in Apparel Industry in Sri Lanka, Asian Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 8(4), 108 – 122.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Chaminda, K. A. S. (2019). Strength of OODA Loop as a governing strategy of business fog: An empirical investigation of small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Military Academy Journal, 1(1), 31-46.

Gamage K.V.P.I. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2019). Relational norms, opportunism & business performance: An empirical evidence of gem dealers in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Journal of Economic Research, 6(2), 39-67.

Lakshika, L.P.C. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Effect of relational governance on job satisfaction: Empirical evidence of supportive staff of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research, 2(1), 163-169.

Premaratne, S.P., Priyanath, H.M.S., Amina Yoosuf, & Maurice, D. (2018). Technical efficiency for tea smallholder farmers under UTZ certification system in Sri Lanka: A stochastic frontier approach, SEISENSE Journal of Management, 1(2), 1 – 19. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.1218820

Perera, A.P.P. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Impact of internet banking service quality on customer satisfaction: An empirical investigation of customers in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Management, IT & Engineering, 8(2), 198 - 220.

Anjalika, W. P. W. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2018). Effect of service quality on customer satisfaction: an empirical study of customers who have bank accounts in both public and private banks in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Marketing and Technology, 8(1), 11 – 36.

Premaratna, S. P., Priyanath, H. M. S., Kodippiliarachchi, P. & Karunanayake, K. (2018). Role of SMEs in Industrial Development in Sri Lanka: Are SME subsidies worthwhile? Sri Lanka Economic Journal, 15 (2), 119-143.

Gunasekara, R.W.M.N., Premaratne, S. P. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2017). Impact of social capital on livelihood success of the members of community-based organizations in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 7(12), 1156 -1167. DOI: 10.6007/IJARBSS/v7-i12/3746.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2017e). Effect of information access through social capital on mitigating business opportunism of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, Colombo Business Journal, 8(2), 42-67.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2017d). Effect of social capital on mitigating transaction uncertainty of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, Journal of Business and Economic Development, 3(1), 1-10. DOI: 10.11648/j.jbed.20180301.11.

Priyanath, H. M. S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2017c). The effect of inter-personal trust on transaction costs of owner-managed small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Economic Research, 5(1), 1-29.

Priyanath, H. M. S., & Buthsala, W. K. A. (2017). Information, opportunism and business performance: A case of small businesses managed by women entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka. Asian Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 5(11), 330-339.

Priyanath, H. M. S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2017b). Impact of information accessed through social capital on the rational ability of owner-manager small enterprises in Sri Lanka. European Business & Management, 3(4), 65-75. DOI: 10.11648/j.ebm.20170304.12.

Priyanath, H. H. S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2017a). Power of social capital on mitigating transaction cost of small enterprises in Sri Lanka: An empirical investigation, International Journal of Arts and Commerce, 6(4), 17 – 35.

Priyanath H. M. S. (2017). Effect of network structure on transaction cost of small enterprises in Sri Lanka: An empirical study. Journal of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Development, 5(1), 1-10. DOI: 10.15640/jsbed.v5n1a3.

Priyanath, H. H. S., Jayasinghe, D. J. S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2016b). Effect of relational norms on mitigating opportunism: A case of smallholder vegetable farmers in Sri Lanka, Journal of Business and Management, 18(7), 1 – 9.

Priyanath, H. H. S., Jayasinghe, D.J.S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2016a). Effect of relational norms on mitigating transaction costs: A case of smallholder vegetable farmers in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Business and Management Invention, 5(8), 8 – 18.

Priyanath, H. H. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2015b). A multiple case study of the effect of social capital on the mitigation of transaction costs of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, International Journal for Innovation Education and Research, 3(4), 75 – 89.

Priyanath, H. H. S., & Premaratne, S. P. (2015a). Effect of social capital on transaction cost: A case of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Arts and Commerce, 4(4), 127 – 140.

Priyanath, H. H. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2014). Government SME development programs in Sri Lanka: A Review in the lens of transaction cost economics, Sabragamuwa University Journal, 14(1), 59 – 81.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Kodituakku, S. (2008). Impact of microcredits on the growth of small industries in Sri Lanka, Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 3(1), 09 - 32.

Priyanath, H. M. S. Edirisooriya, K. V. D. & Shantha, M. S. (2008). The impact of decentralized higher education institutions on rural socio-economic development: A case study of the Sabaragamuwa University. Symposium Proceeding of the 2nd International Symposium (pp. 113 – 136). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Mendis, W. D. N. S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2007). Reasons for the high labor turnover in tourist hotels in Sri Lanka. Symposium Proceedings of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (pp. 343 – 353). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kodituakku, S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2007). Reasons for the improvement of labor productivity in tea plantation after privatization with special reference to the estate laborers in the Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 7(1), 64 – 77.

Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). Managerial deficiencies in the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka: An empirical evidence of SMEs in the Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 6(1), 93 – 105.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Pathirana, M. (2006), Impact of market economic system on the Buddhist society in Sri Lanka’, Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 2(1), pp. 103 - 123.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Mendis, W. D. N. S. (2005). Nature of individual career planning of workers and its influence on job satisfaction: A Case Study of Workers Employed in the C.V. Gooneratne International Industrial Park in Avissawella. Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 5(1), 25 - 39.

Priyanath, H. M. S. (1999). Socioeconomic and environmental impact of gem mining industry in Sri Lanka: A Case Study of Hunuwala Village in the Ratnapuira District, Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 2(1), 101 -109.

Book Chapters

Premaratna, S.P., Dunusinghe, P., Pinnawala, S. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Social Protection: An Inclusive Development Oriented Model for Sri Lanka. Economy for All (eds) S.P.Premaratna, Naveen Wickremeratne, Umesh Moramudali, University of Colombo.

Priyanath, H. M. S. (2019). Strength of Relational Norms as a Governing Mechanism Against Opportunism: An Empirical Investigation of Smallholding Vegetable Farmers in Welimada Area, Nada Siri Nada: Felicitation Volume for Rev. Makulelle Nandasiri Nayalka Thero (pp. 177 – 199), Bandarawela: WA Press.

Sunil Shantha, M. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2011). Emergence of welfare states and the role of fiscal policy in developing countries, Essays in Social Sciences (pp. 211 – 221), Colombo: Godage International Publication (Pvt.) Ltd.

Priyanath, H.M.S. Bandara, S. M. R. & Ariyasena, M. A. D. N. (2010). Disguised socio – economic cost of tobacco cultivation in Sri Lanka, Peace, Prosperity and Development: Challengers and Prospects of the 21st Century (pp. 91 – 108), Colombo: Godage International Publication (Pvt.) Ltd.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Chamara, K. L. U. R. (2010). The impact of the income on sanitation in the non-urban sector in Sri Lanka, Problems and Prospects of Economic development in the 21st Century (pp. 119 – 127), Colombo: Godage International Publication (Pvt.) Ltd.

Shantha, M. S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2000). Problems and prospects of producers and consumers cooperative in Sri Lanka: A Case Study on the Udapalatha Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society. Tsutagawa, M. & Ratnayake, P. (Ed.). New Waves of Agricultural Development in Asia (pp. 131 – 141), Saga University, Japan.

Priyanath, H.M.S. (2000), ‘Importance of entrepreneurship in economic development, Giraga, Millennium Centre for Analysis, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2(1), pp. 87 - 96.

Priyanath, H.M.S. (1999), ‘Development experiences of the New Industrial Countries (NICs)’, Giraga, Millennium Centre for Analysis, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 1(1), 21 - 23.

Monographs

Premaratne, S. P. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2020). Reviving COVID-19 Affected Economy: Reflections of Sri Lanka Economic Association, In Wimalarathana, W. Widanagama, S. & Udugama, N. (Ed.), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Policy Response (30 -n 33), Colombo: Sri Lanka Economic Association

Premaratne, S.P., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Kodithuwakku, S.S. (2020). National Study on Impact of COVD-19 Pandemic on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in Sri Lanka, Research report submitted to the Ministry of Small and Medium Business and Enterprise Development (MSMBED).

Priyanath, H. H. S. (2017). Effect of network structure on mitigating transaction cost of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, Research report prepared under the research grants of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S. Bandara, S. M. R. M & Ariyasena, M. A. D. N. (2011). Disguised socio – economic cost of tobacco cultivation in Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol Publication.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Sunil Shantha, M. (2011). Review the socio economic impact of development programmes/projects implemented through Ratnapura District Secretariat, District Secretariat Ratnapura, Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S., Bandara, S.M.R. & Ariyasena, M. A. D. N. (2010), Impact of Tobacco vs. Alternative Crop Cultivation on the Socio – Economic Status of Farmers. Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol Publication.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Fernando, M.A.C.S.S., (2010), Survey on Small Industries in the Sabaragamuwa Province – 2009, Ministry of Rural Industries, Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council, Ratnapura.

Menike, K.V.D.E, Sunil Shantha, M. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2007), The Impact of Decentralizing Higher Education Institutions on Rural Socio Economic Development: A Case Study of the Sabaragamuwa University. Research report Prepared under the research grants of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kodituwakku, S. & Priyanath, H.M.S., (2007), Effects of Micro Credits on the Growth of Small Scale Industries (SSIs); A Case Study of SSIs in Imbulpe and Balangoda DS Divisions. Research report Prepared under the research grants of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Sunil Shantha, M., (2000), Nature of the Usage of Vocational Tainting Knowledge of the Youth in the Sabaragamuwa Province. Research report submitted to the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council.

Sunil Shantha, M. & Priyanath H.M.S. (1999), State Community Development Six Year Development Plan 2000-2005. Research Report submitted to the Central Environmental Authority.

Sunil Shantha, M. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (1999). Evaluation of School Environmental Societies in Sabaragamuwa Province. Research Report submitted to the Central Environmental Authority.

Abstracts

Perera H.T.P.L, & Priyanath H.M.S (2023). Socio-Economic Wellbeing, Mental Health, and Employment Performance: A Case of Women Employees in the Apparel Industry in Sri Lanka, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages held on 12 January 2023 at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Wijesinghe W.R.M. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2023). Factors Influencing on Consumer Behaviour Towards Online Shopping Among University Students: With Reference to Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. First International Conference on Social Sciences and Languages, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages held on 12 January 2023 at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. (2022). Effect of Transaction Costs Determinants on Livelihoods of The Members of Community-Based Organizations in Sri Lanka. International Conference on Global Business, Economics, Finance & Social Sciences, 29th December 2022, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

Kalyani L.D., Priyanath H.M.S. & Gamage A.S. (2022). Psychological Capital and Affective Organizational Commitment Among Employees of the Handloom Industry in Sri Lanka: The Mediator Role of Work Engagement. 12th Annual Research Session of the SUSL held on 6th December, 2022 at Belihuloya. (p.2).

Ranatunga R.V.S.P.K., Priyanath H.M.S., & Meegama R.G.N. (2023). Effect of ICT Strength on Transaction Cost and Business Performance: An Empirical Investigation of SMEs in Sri Lanka, 12th Annual Research Session of the SUSL held on 6th December, 2022 at Belihuloya. (p.3).

Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Rational Ability driven Uncertainty, Transaction Cost and livelihoods of the Samurdhi beneficiaries. 12th Annual Research Session of the SUSL held on 6th December, 2022 at Belihuloya. (P. 15).

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Jayathma, H.W.T. (2022). Social Capital, Transaction Cost and Livelihood Development of the Members of Sanasa Society in Badulla District, Sri Lanka. Extended abstracts of the 10th Sri Lanka Economic Research Conference held on 28, January 2022 (pp. 190 - 194), Peradeniya: Peradeniya University. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eaBySpudAgEO2NTEET5kJvE66LEuGKSV/view

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. (2022). The Effect of Transaction Cost Determinants on Livelihoods of “Sanasa” Beneficiaries in Badulla District. Extended abstracts of the 10th Sri Lanka Economic Research Conference held on 28, January 2022 (pp. 195 - 199), Peradeniya: Peradeniya University. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eaBySpudAgEO2NTEET5kJvE66LEuGKSV/view

Dangalla, T.E.I. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2022). Factors Influencing Consumers’ Buying Behavior of Organic Food in Sri Lanka: With Special Reference to Kegalle District. Extended abstracts of the 10th Sri Lanka Economic Research Conference held on 28, January 2022 (p. 220), Peradeniya: Peradeniya University. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eaBySpudAgEO2NTEET5kJvE66LEuGKSV/view

Sachintha, M.D.R., Lekamge, U.P. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). The Strength of Cognitive Aspect of Social Capital on Livelihood Success of SANASA Beneficiaries: With Special Reference to Badulla District, Abstracts of the 11th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka held on 21, December 2021 (p. 32), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Pathirathna, S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Samaraweera, G.R.S.R.C. (2021). A Narrative Synthesis on the Influence of Parenting Styles and Self-Efficacy on Self-Employment Intention of Youth: A Review of Empirical Literature, Abstracts of the 11th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka held on 21, December 2021 (p. 30), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). Effect of Transaction Cost on Livelihoods of Smallholders: A Review of Empirical Literature, Abstracts of the 11th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka held on 21, December, 2021 (p. 28), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Jayathma, H.W.T. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). The impact of social assistance on social security of elders in sri lanka: an empirical study of elders in Matara District, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 17), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Anushi, K. S. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Psychological capital, work-life balance and job satisfaction of employees in apparel industry in Galle District, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 09), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Irangika, M.P.S. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Effect of social security governance strategies on the social security condition of informal sector workers, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 15), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kumari, R.G.R.L. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). The impact of service quality on transaction cost and customer satisfaction: an empirical evaluation of customers in cooperative rural banks, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 19), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Purnima U.G.K. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2020). The impact of Samurdhi development program on the motivation of women for self-employment, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 33), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Sandaruwan M.A.G.C. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2020). Effect of Vertical Integration on Transaction Costs and Business performance of Small Enterprises in Galle District, Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 6), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Madubashini, H.I. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2020). Customers' satisfaction towards banking services: an empirical analysis in the perspective of transaction cost economics, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 24), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Lakmal G.J.K.D.P. & Priyanath H.M.S. (2020). The factors that affect for the women’s unemployment in Sri Lanka (with special reference to Galle district), Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 40), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Jayathilake, A.P.M. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Relational contract, asset specificity and business performance: an empirical investigation of small enterprises in Seethawaka Divisional Secretariat Division, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 16), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Ravishankha, M.G.P. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Factors Affecting the Production of Small-Scale Cinnamon Growers with Special Reference to Matara District, Abstracts of the 6th Sabaragamuwa Social Science and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium held on 17, December, (p. 5), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Sachintha, M.D.R., Lekamge, U.P. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). The Strength of Relational Aspect of Social Capital on Livelihood Success of Samurdhi Beneficiaries: With Special Reference to Imbulpe DS Division, Abstracts of the 10th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka held on 16, December, (p. 33), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Sachintha, M.D.R., Lekamge, U.P. and Priyanath, H.M.S. (2020). Transaction Cost of the Self-Employment Credit Process of Samurdhi Bank in the Perspective of Samurdhi Beneficiaries, Abstracts of the 10th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka held on 16, December, (p. 24), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K.1., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Megama, R.G.N. (2020). ICT Usage, Bounded Rationality and Business Performance: An Empirical Investigation of SMEs in Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the 10th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa university of Sri Lanka held on 16, December, (p. 32), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K.1., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Megama, R.G.N. (2019). ICT strength, transaction cost and business performance: An empirical investigation of SMEs in Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the 7th International Symposium of the Sabaragamuwa university of Sri Lanka held on 14-15, November, (p. 167), Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Cooray, M.T.S.D., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Chaminda, I. (2019). The impact of administrative capabilities of employees on customer satisfaction: A case of DJ trading privet limited, Batapola, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 13). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Jayarathna, R.D.R., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Gunawardane, W.A.D.M.J. (2019). The impact of service quality on the satisfaction of service recipients: A case of the divisional secretariat office, Elpitiya in Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 27). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Lakshika, L.P.C. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2019). Collective action, transaction cost and sustainable livelihood of Samurdhi beneficiaries in Sri Lanka: A case of Gampaha District, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 32). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Miththrananda, B.Y.G.W. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2019). Asymmetric information, opportunism and business performance: An empirical study of small enterprises in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 37). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Peera, N.N.S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Edirisinghe, L.G.L.M. (2019). Effect of consultancy services on cleaner production of garment industries in Sri Lanka with special reference to the consultancy services of national cleaner production centre, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 40). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanganie, R.P.S. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2019). Governing mechanisms, job satisfaction and employee performance: An empirical study of employees in Seethawaka international industrial estate, Abstracts of the Fifth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 42). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Shasna S.F. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Impact of network structure on business performance: A Study of Micro Enterprises in Balangoda area in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of the Sri Lanka Forum of University Economists, (p. 183), 20-21 December, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Gamage K.V.P.I. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Relational qualities, opportunism and business performance: A study of gem dealers in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of the Sri Lanka Forum of University Economists, (p. 49), 20-21 December, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Anjalika W.P.W & Priyanath H.M.S. (2018). Does Service Quality Affect the Customer Satisfaction? An Empirical Study of the Customers who have Bank Accounts in Both Public and Private Banks, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of the Sri Lanka Forum of University Economists, (p. 44), 20-21 December, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Indumini J.D.U. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Mapping study on information communication technology towards knowledge, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of the Sri Lanka Forum of University Economists, (p. 183), 20-21 December, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S., Premadasa H.K.S. & Walpita C.N. (2018). The Impact of Health Care Cost on the Living Conditions of Farmers Suffering from CKDu: A Case of Keselpotha Village in Redimaliyadda Area in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the 8th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, (p. 55), 19 December, Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S., Premadasa H.K.S., Malavipathirana, S. & Walpita C.N. (2018). Strength of social capital on living condition of CKDu patients: A case of Rideemaliyadda area in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the International Conference on Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology, (p. 43), 8-9 December, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H.M.S. & Gamage K.V.P.I. (2018). Network structure, transaction costs and business performance: An empirical investigation of small enterprises in Sri-Lanka, Proceedings of the 4th ASIA International Conference, (p. 43), 8-9 December, Langkawi International Convention Centre, Langkawi, Malaysia.

Gamage K.V.P.I & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Interpersonal trust, opportunism and business performance: An empirical evidences of gem dealers in Sri-Lanka, Proceedings of the 4th ASIA International Conference, (p. 88), 8-9 December, Langkawi International Convention Centre, Langkawi, Malaysia.

Gamage K.V.P.I & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). The effect of relational qualities on business performance of gem dealers in Sri-Lanka, Abstracts of the Fourth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 15). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Deshapriya, D.L.C., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Ranaweera, A.M. (2018). Factors affecting the reluctance to use e-banking services by senior citizens in Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the Fourth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 21). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kaushalya, K.W.S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Arachchi, C.L.J. (2018). A study of the factors affecting the tendency of customers’ e-banking service, Abstracts of the Fourth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 26). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Samanmali, R.D.S., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Ruhunage, D. (2018). Effect of buyer-seller relationship on sales revenue, Abstracts of the Fourth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 31). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Perera, J.M.S.S. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2018). Factors affecting on tendency in employee turnover, Abstracts of the Fourth Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 47). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premartne, S.P. (2017). Effect of Social Capital on Mitigating Transaction Uncertainty of Small Enterprises in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium (pp. 113 - 116). Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Center for Advanced Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences.

Priyanath, H. M. S., (2017). Effect of social capital on transaction costs of small enterprises in Sri Lanka, Annual Research Session 2017 (p. 27), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Premaratna, S. P., Priyanath, H. M. S., & Kodippiliarachchi P. (2017). Role of SMEs in industrial development in Sri Lanka, Annual Session 2017 (p. 21), Sri Lanka Economic Association.

Perera, A.P.P., Priyanath, H. M. S., & Dissanayake, P. A. M. D. C. (2017). Impact of internet banking service quality on customer satisfaction, Abstracts of the Third Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 34). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Anjalika, W.P.W., Priyanath, H.M.S., & Weerakkody, W. G. L. (2017). Effect of service quality on customer’s satisfaction: a comparative study of both public and private commercial banks in Sri Lanka, Abstracts of the Third Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 7). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Madushani, J.A.A., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Sinhalagoda, S. A. U. R. K. (2017). Factors affecting non-performing loans Regional Development Bank in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Third Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 21). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Lakmini, Y.A.C., Priyanath, H.M.S. & Fernando, K.A.H.S. (2017). Factors affecting non-performing loans (with specific reference to in People’s Bank, Balangoda). Abstracts of the Third Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 18). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Apsara Maduwanthi & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2017). Effect of Psychological Capital and Social Capital of Entrepreneurs on Business Resiliency of Small Businesses after Disaster. Abstracts of the Third Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 25). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Wijendralal, G.G.G.S., Priyanath H.M.S., & Shiromalie K.K.C. (2017). Factors affecting the ‘Swa Shakthi’ loan demand, Abstracts of the Third Annual Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 5). Belihuloya: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2016). Effect of relational qualities on transaction costs of smallholder vegetable farmers in Sri Lanka: a case of Atampitiya agricultural division in Uva Province. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (p. 156). Colombo, Sri Lanka: University of Colombo.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2016). Effect of relational norms on business uncertainty and performance: a case of small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research symposium (pp. 60 - 61). Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Center for Advanced Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2015). Effect of information accessed through social capital on transaction cost: a case of small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research symposium (pp. 92 - 93). Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Center for Advanced Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2015). Association between social capital and transaction cost: an empirical study of small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (pp. 347 - 351). Colombo, Sri Lanka: University of Colombo.

Sandakelum, M. H. P. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2015). Effect of network relationship on business performance: a case study of small scale tourist business in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Second Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 34). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Dilhani, A. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2015). Effect of social capital on transaction cost of small enterprises in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Second Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 24). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Nuwanthika, H. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2015). How small enterprises govern business opportunism? Abstracts of the Second Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 23). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Galappaththi, G. S. N. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2015). The effect of social capital on the economic performance of the gem miners in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Second Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 15). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Arachchi, K. A. M. D. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2015). Uncertainty governance of gem miners in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Second Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 4). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Premaratne, S. P. (2014). The dilemma of SME development in Sri Lanka: in transaction cost perspective. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (pp. 34 - 36). Colombo, Sri Lanka: University of Colombo.

Wickramasinghe, U. K. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). Role of the regional development bank on the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 43). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Nimeshika, J. W. C. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). A study of the effect of rural tourism on the growth of socio-economic conditions in rural households. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 27). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Sajeewani, E. J. A. P. S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). Profit determinant factors of the fishing community in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 25). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyangani, Y. B. T. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). Demand determinants for the nature-based tourists’ resources with special reference to Hikkaduwa coral reefs. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 23). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Lakshani, G. H. I. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). A study of the socio-economic factors that influence women’s employment. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 21). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Ratnayaka, R. M. I. S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). Determinant factors of economic profitability of potato farming. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 3). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Geethanjali M. M. P. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2014). A Study of the socio-economic factors that influence woman’s employment. With special reference to garment women employees in the Bamunukotuwa area in Kurunagala District. Abstracts of the First Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences and Languages (p. 21), Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. (2009). Traditional Gem Mining Industry in Ratnapura. Abstracts of the Conference on Traditional Knowledge organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, (pp. 310-313).

Chamara, K.L.U.R. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2008). The impact of poverty on sanitation in the non-urban sector in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the Third International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 230). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Edirisooriya, K.V.D., Sunil Shantha, M. & Priyanath, H.M.S. (2008). The impact of decentralizing higher education institutions on rural socio-economic development: a case study of the Sabaragamuwa University. Abstracts of the Second International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 88). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kodituwakku, S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2007). Effect of microcredits on the growth of small scale industries in Sri Lanka: an empirical assessment. Abstracts of the First Annual Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (p. 53). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kumara, A. A. D. R. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). Effect of information and communication technology on the development of rural economy in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 230). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Sunil Shantha, M., Priyanath, H. M. S., Edirisooriya, K.V. D., & Vitanage, W.N.N.K. (2006). Disguised income of mixed crop farmers: a case of Bolthumbe village in Ratnapura District. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 225). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Pamuditha, M. A. M, & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). Impact of Buddhist economic concepts on the improvement of labor productivity: a case of Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 219). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Shantha, M. S. (2006). A study of the Usage of vocational training knowledge of youth in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 211). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Mendis, W. D. N. S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). Reasons for the high labor turnover rate in tourist hotels in Sri Lanka: a case study on Hotel Serendib, Bentota and Club Hotel Dolphin, Nigambo. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 198). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kodituwakku, S. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). A study of the reasons for the improvement of labor productivity tea plantations after the privatization in Sri Lanka. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 213). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Edirisooriya, K.V. D., & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2006). A study of the causes for the unwillingness of people to move from the high risk land slide area. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 249). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. & Somasundara, J.W.D. (2006). Ill effect of green revolution: Case study of Ratnapura District. Abstracts of the 10th Anniversary International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (p. 215). Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Priyanath, H. M. S. (2008). The effect of barriers on the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka; An empirical study of SMEs in Ratnapura District. Abstracts of the Conference organized by NCAS (p. 31). Colombo: National Centre for Advanced Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences.

Priyanath, H. M. S., Edirisooriya, K.V. D., & Udayakumara, E.P.M. (2002). Water Consumption and Conservation in Kiriketioya River Basin: Implication of local environmental planning. Abstracts of International Conference organized by Ministry of Environment and Natural Resource (p. 16). Colombo.

Newspaper Articles

Habaragamuwa, H.R.N.R., Lekamge U.P. and Priyanath, H.M.S. (2021). Samurdhi Program in Transaction Cost Perspective, published in Sunday Observer on 06 June 2021, Page 34.

Priyanath H.M.S. and Samantha Pathirathna. (2021). Addressing the impact of COVID-19 on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Sri Lanka, Published in Sunday Observer on 19 June 2021, Page 34.

Ranatunga, R.V. S. P. K. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2021). The paradigm shift with the new business model using digital technologies to reshape the growth of SMEs in the COVID-19 pandemic, Published in Sunday Observer on 04 July 2021, Page 44.

Priyanath H.M.S., Lekamge U.P., Sachintha, M.D.R. and Jayathma, M.W.T. (2021). Community-Based Organization in Sri Lanka – Problem or the Solution? Published in Sunday Observer on 01 August, 2021, Page 44.

Ranatunga, R.V. S. P. K. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2021). How should small and medium enterprises cope with COVID-19 uncertainty? Published in Sunday Observer on 26 September 2021, Page 42.

Ranatunga, R.V. S. P. K. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2023). The Dilemma of Livelihood Development of Samurdhi Beneficiaries, Published in Sunday Observer on 26 March 2023, Page 42.

Sujeewa Kodithuwakku and Priyanath, H. M. S. (2023). Craft industries in Sri Lanka under the crisis, Published in Sunday Observer on 02 April 2023, Page 40.

Sujeewa Kodithuwakku and Priyanath, H. M. S. (2023). Role of Intellectual Property Rights for Enhancing the Competitive Advantage of SMEs in Sri Lanka, Published in Sunday Observer on 23 April 2023, Page 42.

Ranatunga, R.V. S. P. K. & Priyanath, H. M. S. (2023). The Urgency of Designing a Unique Economic Development Model for Sri Lanka, Published in Sunday Observer on 30 April 2023, Page 38.

Consultancies

Co-Consultant, A comprehensive assessment of the existing social protection system and to develop the national social protection strategy for Sri Lanka. Department of National Planning, Ministry of Finance. 2019-2022.

Chief Consultant, Preparation of the Strategic Plan for Industrial Development in the Sabaragamuwa Province in Sri Lanka 2019 – 2023, Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council, Sri Lanka. 2017/18.

Co-Consultant, The Social, Institutional, Environment and Economic Impact Assessment of North East Local Service Improvement Project (NELSIP) in Sri Lanka, World Bank. 2017.

Co-Consultant, Preparation of the Strategic Plan for Tourism Development to foster economic growth in the Central Province in Sri Lanka 2013 – 2017, Central Provincial Council, Sri Lanka. 2012.

Chief Consultant, Research Project on Comparative Study of the Economic Profitability of Tobacco Cultivation in Sri Lanka, National Authority of Tobacco and Alcohol, Sri Lanka. 2012.

Co - Consultant, Review of the Socioeconomic Impact of Development Programmes/Projects Implemented through Ratnapura District Secretariat, District Secretariat Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. 2011.

Co-Consultant, Ratnapura District Integrated Development Plan 2010 – 2019, District Secretariat, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. 2010.

Chief Consultant, Research Project on the Impact of Tobacco Cultivation on the Socioeconomic Condition of the Tobacco Farmers in Sri Lanka, National Authority of Tobacco and Alcohol, Sri Lanka. 2009.

Consultant, Survey on Small Industries in the Sabaragamuwa Province, Ministry of Rural Industries, Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. 2009.

Co-Consultant, Study on the Nature of the Usage of Vocational Training Knowledge of the Youth in the Sabaragamuwa Province, Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council, Sri Lanka. 2001.

Co-Consultant, Study on Small and Medium Enterprises in the Ratnapura District for Ratnapura–IRDP and Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sri Lanka. 1999.

Co-Consultant, Evaluation of School Environmental Societies in Sabaragamuwa Province, Central Environmental Authority. 1999.

Postgraduate Supervision

RESEARCH GUIDING (POSTGRADUATE)

Completed

  1. Ranatunga, R.V.S.P.K. (2022). Effect of ICT Strength on Transaction Cost and Business Performance: An Empirical Investigation of SMEs In Sri Lanka. Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.
  2. Kalyani, L.D. (2022). The Mediating Effect of Work Engagement on Psychological Capital and Affective Organizational Commitment among the Employees in the Weaving Centres of the Handloom Industry in Sri Lanka. Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.
  3. Sujeewa Kodithuwakku, (2022). Investigate the Impact of Intellectual Capital, Knowledge-Based Dynamic Capabilities, and Competitive Advantage on the Financial Performances of Indigenous Craft Industries in Sri Lanka. Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Ph.D. Guiding

  1. Samantha Pathirathna, (Ph.D. Candidate), Title: Parenting Style, Self-efficacy, and Self-employment Intention of Sri Lankan Youth.
  2. K. Gunawardana (PhD candidate). Title: Effect of Public Policies on Business Performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Sri Lanka.
  3. MDR Kumudini (PhD candidate). Title: Effect of Elderly Patients’ Intention toward Indigenous Medicine on Their Mental Wellbeing.
  4. E.D.K.D. Dissanayake (PhD candidate). Title: Investigation of the effect of Intellectual capital and Knowledge Transfer on sustainable service quality of Indigenous Medical practitioners in Sri Lanka

MPhil and Master level Thesis Guiding

MSc. AHM in 2022 (Two years full-time) by T.J.E. Manike (Princip Supervisor). Title: Èhjeähd frda.h flfrys ;s%fodaIfhys n,mEu: nÿ,a, Èia;s%lalh weiqfrka isoq l< wkqNdúl wOHhkhla (The research is completed).

Principal Supervisor of Ms. H.R.N.R. Habaragamuwa (2017112003), MPhil candidate. Title: Evaluating Transaction Cost and Its Impact on the Livelihood Success of Samurdhi Beneficiaries in Sri Lanka: With special reference to the Samurdhi Beneficiaries in Uva Province.

Principal Supervisor of Mr. M.D.R. Sachintha (2017111001), MPhil candidate. Title: The Effect of Cognitive Social Capital on the Livelihood Success of the Members of Community-Based Organizations in Sri Lanka: With special reference to the Samurdhi Beneficiaries in Sabaragamuwa Province.

Principal Supervisor of Ms. T. S. S. Dharmasena (2015101023), MSc. Candidate. Title: The Influence of Emotional Labor on Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment among Ayurveda Physicians.

Principal Supervisor of Ms. R.T.R. Siriwardana (1910101534), MSc Candidate. Title: Effect of Stress Management Strategies in Ayurveda Treatment Process on Stress Condition of Chronic Patients in Galle District.

Principal Supervisor of Mr. R. Elanthiraiyan, (2114101020), MA in English and Education candidate. Title: The Impact of Socioeconomic Determinants on the Self-Efficacy and English Language Proficiency of English Language Teachers in the Rural Area; A Case of Passara Education Zone in Sri Lanka.

Editor-in-Chief of Journals/Editorial Board Member/Program Chair/Reviewer

Editorial Work

  • Editor-in-chief of the Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (A bi-annual international journal) published by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, From 2018 to date.
  • Editor-in-chief of the 7th Volume of the Sri Lanka Journal of Economic Research (A bi-annual international journal) published by the Sri Lanka Forum of University Economics in 2021.
  • Member of the Editorial Advisory Board of the Wayamba Journal of Management (A bi-annual international journal), published by the Department of Business Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka since 2021.
  • Member of the Editorial Board of the Sabaragamuwa University Journal from 2018 to date.
  • Member of the Editorial Board of the 4th International Symposium organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2013.
  • Editorial Assistant of the Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka -2022

Reviewer

  • A reviewer of the Wayamba International Conference organized by the Wayamba University of Sri Lanka in 2016.
  • A reviewer of the 4th International Symposium organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2012.
  • A reviewer of the 3rd International Symposium organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2010.
  • A reviewer of the 2nd International Conference organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2008.

Conference Organizer

  • Coordinator of the 10th Anniversary International Conference organized by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2006.
  • Co-chair of the 7th International Conference of Sri Lanka Forum of University Economists organized by the Department of Economics and Statistics, Sabaragamuwa University in 2018.
  • Chairperson in Economics of the 3rd Annual Student Research Session organized by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka in 2017.

Member of Research Committees

  • A member of the Research Grant Committee of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka since 2009.
  • Member of the Board of Study in Social Sciences (for postgraduate studies)
  • Member of the Board of Study in Indigenous Knowledge and Community Studies (for postgraduate studies)

Positions Held/Hold or service Rendering/Rendering (University Level/National Level/International Level)

Professor in Economics, Department of Economics and Statistics, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2019.04.10 – to-date

Associate Professor in Economics, Department of Economics and Statistics, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2008.10.06 – 2019.04.09

Senior Lecturer - Grade I, Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2004.11.11 - 2008.10.05

Senior Lecturer - Grade II, Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 1998.09.30 – 2004.11.10

Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 1996.03.01 - 1998.09.29

College Lecturer, Department of Accountancy and Finance, Sabaragamwa Affiliated University College, Sri Lanka. 1992.05.04 - 1996.02.28

Temporary Tutor, Department of Economics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. 1992.02.14 - 1992.04.30

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCES IN THE UNIVERSITY:

Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2019.08.01 to date

Director, Centre for Indigenous Knowledge and Community Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2018 - 2019

Director, Student Support Services and Welfare, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2017 - 2020

Director, Art Centre, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2017

Coordinator, Practical Training Unit, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2016

Chief Coordinator, Psychological Counselling Centre, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2015

Director, Art Centre, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2014

Acting Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2011.07.03 – 2011.10.12

Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2008.07.03 – 2011.07 .02

Head, Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2008.03.05 – 2008. 07.03

Coordinator – First International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2006.01.01 – 2006.12.31

Director, External Degree Programs and Extension Services Unit (EDPESU), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2005.04.01 – 2007.08.30

Coordinator, IRQUE – QUF Project, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2005.06.01 – 2006.04.30

Coordinator, Professional Development Certificate in Agribusiness Management (External), EDPESU, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2004.10.15 – 2005.10.14

Coordinator, BA degree program in Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2003.06.01 – 2005.12.31

Coordinator, Staff Quality Circle of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2003.04.01 – 2004.03.31

Senior Treasurer, Faculty Students’ Union, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2003 – 2004

Coordinator, Gemology Program of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2000.12.02 – 2001.12.01

Head, Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 2000.05.01 – 2003.04.31

Acting Head, Department of Social Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 1998.11.02 – 2000.04.31

Student Counselor, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. 1997.01.01 – 2000.10.15

Program Coordinator, Department of Accountancy and Finance, Sabaragamuwa Affiliated University College. 1993.09.08 – 1996.09.07

Postgraduate Teaching

TEACHING EXPERTISE:

I have 30 years of teaching experience at the following undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

  • Undergraduate level

Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Industrial Economics, Managerial Economics, Public Finance, Economy of Sri Lanka, Production Economics, Research Methodology.

  • Postgraduate Level

Research Methodology, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics.

Visiting Lecturer

  1. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Research Methodology – Research Philosophy and Quantitative Research Design), MPhil/Ph.D. program, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2019 to 2023.
  2. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Research Methodology) MPhil/Ph.D. program of the Centre of Indigenous Knowledge and Community Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2018 to 2021.
  3. Visiting Lecturer on “Research Methodology – Quantitative Research Design” for MPhil/Ph.D. in Economics, University of Colombo, 2022.
  4. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Research Methodology), MA in English and Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2019 to 2023.
  5. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Research Methodology), MBA program, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2019 to 2020.
  6. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Principles of Economics), M.Sc. in Ayuruwedic Hospital Management, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2018 to 2023.
  7. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Economics) BSc in Surveying Sciences, Faculty of Built Environment and Spatial Sciences, Southern Campus of General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University. From 2017 to 2019.
  8. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Economics) BSc in Quantity Surveying, Faculty of Built Environment and Spatial Sciences, Southern Campus of General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University. From 2017 to 2019.
  9. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Development Economics), Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2017 to 2018.
  10. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Macroconomics), Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2018 to 2022.
  11. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Business Economics), Higher Diploma in Cooperative Business Management, External Degree Programme & Extension Services Unit, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. In 2008, 2009, 2018, and 2022.
  12. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Basic Economics for Agribusiness), Professional Development Certificate in Agribusiness Management, External Degree Programme & Extension Services Unit, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2004 to 2008.
  13. Visiting Lecturer (subjects: Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Economy of Sri Lanka), B.A (general) external degree program, External Degree Program & Extension Services Unit, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2006 to 2016.
  14. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Managerial Economics), Department of Business Management, Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, From 2003 to 2004.
  15. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Macro Economics), Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. From 2002 to 2003.
  16. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Microeconomics), Department of Agribusiness Management, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, from 2003 to 2005.
  17. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Production Economics), Department of Agribusiness Management, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, from 2003 to 2005.
  18. Visiting Lecturer (Subject: Industrial Economics), Department of Food Science Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, from 2004 to 2008.