Former Directors
Former Directors
CODLCentre for Open and Distance Learning
The Centre for Open and Distance Learning has been guided by distinguished academics who served as Directors, shaping the institution's growth and commitment to accessible education.
Prof. J.W.D. Somasundara
BA Hons (Econ) Vidyodaya, MEC (Ag. Econ) New England, PhD (SUSL), PhD (O.I.U)
Senior Professor of Economics
+94 (0) 45 2280022
Dr. J.M.S.B. Jayasundara
MSc in Geography (USSR), PhD in Geography (Soviet Academy of Sciences, Moscow)
Senior Lecturer in Geography
+94 (0) 25 2266843
Prof. R. P. Mahaliyanaarachchi
MSc (Bulgaria), PhD (Peradeniya)
Professor of Agri Business Management
+94 (0) 71 8052721
Prof. H.M.S. Priyanath
BA Hons, MA in Economics (USJ)
Associate Professor in Economics
+94 (0) 45 2280022
Prof. D.A.I. Dayarathne
PhD in Economics, MSc in Mgt, BSc in Finance
Senior Lecturer (Gr I)
+94 (0) 45 2280022