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Mr. J.M.N. Wijekumara

Lecturer (Probationary)

nishantha@mgt.rjt.ac.lk
+94 71 540 6525

Education Qualifications

  • M.Sc. in Applied Finance at University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • B.Sc. Accountancy and Finance Special Degree at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Professional Qualifications

  • Associate Chartered Professional Manager (ACPM) – Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka
  • Associate Certified Management Accountant (ACMA) – Institute of Certified Management Accountant of Sri Lanka
  • Diploma in Applied Banking & Finance (DABF) – Institute of Bankers in Sri Lanka
  • Passed Finalist of Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AATSL)
  • Reading for Strategic Level in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – UK)
  • Reading for Strategic Level on the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL)

Diploma and Certificate Courses

  • Diploma in Research Methodology at Stanford International Campus in 2022
  • Diploma in Computer Application at Fusion Education in 2014
  • Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (2022)
  • Research Methodology & Scientific Writing at University of Sri Jayewardenepura in 2020
  • Advanced Excel for Data Analysis at Association of Accounting Technician of Sri Lanka in 2020
  • Speech Craft Program at Institute of Certified Management Accountant of Sri Lanka in 2020.
  • Business Information Technology & Systems (ERP Computerized Package) at Institute of CA Sri Lanka in 2018.
  • Executive Communication & People Skills (English Course of Executive Level) at Institute of CA Sri Lanka in 2017.
  • Executive Information Technology & Systems (MS Office with Sage Package) at Institute of CA Sri Lanka in 2016.

Research Interests

  • Digital Finance
  • Behavioral Finance
  • Financial Modeling
  • Financial Literacy

Appointments

  • Lecturer (Probationary) in Department of Accountancy & Finance (2022.02.15 – Present)
  • Lecturer (Temporary) in Department of Accountancy & Finance (2018.10.01 – 2022.02.14)
  • Chief Examiner (Advanced Level Examination) – (2023 – Present)
  • Resource person of the Orientation Training Programme for the New Graduate Appointees to the Government 2020.
  • Faculty Students Counselor (2023.01.01 – Present) 
  • Academic Sub warden (2022.02.15 – 2023.02.14)
  • Industrial Training Coordinator (2023.01.01 to Present)
  • Coordinator for Media Team of the Faculty – (2023.01.01 to Present)
  • LMS Administrators – (2023.01.01 to Present)
  • Member of Faculty Web Committee – (2023.01.01 to Present)
  • Member of Faculty IT Committee – (2023.01.01 to Present)
  • Treasurer of Rajarata University Teachers Association (RUTA) – (2023.07.01 – Present)
  • Senior Treasurer of Accountancy & Finance Students Association – (2023.09.28 – Present)
  • Secretary – 3rd IRSM (2024)
  • Assistant Secretary- 4th NRSM (2021)
  • Coordinator for the Finance Committee- 2nd IRSM (2023)
  • Coordinator for the Media Committee – 2nd IRSM (2023)
  • Coordinator for Panel Arrangements- 1st IRSM (2022)
  • Panel Coordinator – 3rd and 4th IRSM (2019- 2021)

Publications

Journal Publication

  • Dewmini, DAT, Wijekumara, JMN and Sugathadasa, DDK “Digital Financial Literacy on Financial Behavior among Management Undergraduates in State University, The journal of Management Matters, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Volume 10, issue 02,2023
  • Sugathadasa, DDK, Wijekumara, JMN “Entrepreneurial characteristics and business growth of SMEs; special reference to north central province”, The Journal of Business Studies, University of Jaffna, Volume 09, issue 02, 2023
  • Wijayasiri, WKA, Sugathadasa, DDK and Wijekumara, JMN “The impact of financial  decisions on financial performance of listed material companies in Sri Lanka”, The  Journal of Business Studies, Eastern University of Sri Lanka, Volume 07,issue 01, 2023
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Madhushanka, DMT, Kumara PMS, “The level of Environmental Disclosures in Annual Reports and Firm Specific attributes of Sri Lankan Listed Companies”, International Journal of scientific and Research Publications, Volume 10,issues 9, September 2020 414, ISSN 2250-3153
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM, “Factors affecting to the inventory management of listed manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka”, International Journal of Advanced Research and Innovative Ideas in Education IJARIE e-ISSN: 2395 -4396
  • Madushanka, DMT, Wijekumara, JMN, Kuruppu, KADTD, Sugathapala SPAM, “Evaluation of factors affecting for selecting Internet Service Providers’, Iconic Research and Engineering Journals, Volume 4 Issue 3 |ISSN:2456-8880

Conference Presentation – Full Paper

  • Wijekumara JMN, “Factors influencing the adoption of Management Accounting Practices  in Small & Medium Sized Enterprises” special reference to Anuradhapura district, CMA  Research Symposium (CMARS), 2022, Institute of Certified Management Accountant of Sri Lanka.
  • Wijekumara, Nishantha., Jayasinghe, Prabath., (2022). Impact of Government Budget Announcement on Stock Market Return: Evidence from Colombo Stock Exchange., 3rd Multidisciplinary International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Education, organized  by the Ajeenkya DY Patil University, India.
  • Malindika, M, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa, DDK, “Factors Influencing Investment  Awareness among Undergraduates in Sri Lanka: Reference to Undergraduates of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka”, International Conference for Accounting Researchers and  Educators, 2021, University of Kelaniya
  • Lankathilaka, G, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Impact of Financial Risk on the  Financial Performance of Listed Banking and Financial Sector Companies in Sri Lanka”, 1st  International Finance Undergraduate Research Conference 2021,Sri Lanka Finance  Association
  • Gamage, R, Wijekumara, N, Sugathadasa,D, “The Impact of Behavioral Factors on Individual Investment Decisions of Equity Investors: A Study in Kurunegala Area”, Annual Emerging Financial Markets and Policy Conference – EFMP 2021, Sri Lanka Finance Association. ISSN 2792-1220.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, “Factors affecting the adoption of formal accounting systems in Small & Medium Enterprises: Special reference to Anuradhapura District. 8th International Conference on Management and Economics, 2019, University of Ruhuna.

Conference Presentation – Extended Abstract

  • Hettiarachchi, HS and. Wijekumara, JMN “Factors affecting the knowledge and awareness of the Fintech among the management undergraduates in state universities in Sri Lanka: with the moderating role of Demographic factors”, 2nd International Research Symposium on Management,2023, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Rajapaksha, MGPD and. Wijekumara, JMN, Dissanayake, DMHD  “The impact of corporate governance on financial distress: Special reference to listed finance companies in Colombo stock exchange in Sri Lanka.”, 2nd International Research Symposium on Management,2023, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Madhushanka, DMT, Kumara PMS, “The level of Environmental Disclosures in Annual Reports and Firm Specific attributes of Sri Lankan Listed Companies”, 3rd Research conference on Business Studies ,2020, Vavuniya campus of the University of Jaffna.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Madhushanka, DMT “Factors affecting the CSE Investor’s; A case of North Central Province, International Research Symposium 2019, Vavuniya campus, University of Jaffna.

Conference Presentation – Abstract

  • Shehani, WAS and. Wijekumara, JMN, Dissanayake, DMHD  “Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Investment Decisions of Equity Investors in Colombo Stock Exchange; Special Reference to North Central Province”, 9th Symposium of Accounting and Finance Research, 1st International Undergraduates Symposium of the Department of Accountancy,2023, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Dissanayake, DMHD  “Impact of Government Budget Announcement on Stock Market Return: Evidence from Colombo Stock Exchange, 7th International Research Conference of Uva Wellassa University, 2023, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
  • Jayasinghe, Prabath., Wijekumara, Nishantha. (2022). Tourists’ Demand for Rural Tourism Activities in Sri Lanka: Special Reference to Heeloya Village in Central Province., 3rd Multidisciplinary International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Education, organized by the Ajeenkya DY Patil University, India.
  • Gamage, K, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Impact of Behavioural Factors on Individual Investment Decisions of Equity Investors: Reference to Kurunegala Area, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Lankathilaka, G, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Impact of Financial Risk on the Financial Performance of Listed Banking and Financial Sector Companies in Sri Lanka”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Lakmal, K, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Effect of Internal Business Factors on the Financial Leverage: Reference to Listed Manufacturing Firms in Colombo Stock Exchange”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.
  • Senevirathne, U, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Influence of Behavioural Factors on Investment Decision Making at Colombo Stock Exchange: Reference to North Central Province”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Madawala, M, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “The Role of Microfinance Institutions on Growth of SMEs: Reference North Central Province”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Kumara, K, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “Factors Influencing on Debt Financing of Licensed Finance Companies in Sri Lanka”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Sooriyanayake, S, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “Impact of Corporate Governance on Stock Price: Reference to Listed Manufacturing Firms in Colombo Stock Exchange”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Malindika, M, Wijekumara, JMN, Sugathadasa,DDK, “Factors Influencing Investment Awareness among Undergraduates in Sri Lanka: Reference to Undergraduates of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka”, 4th National Research Symposium on Management 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Madhushanka, DMT, Wijekumara, JMN, Kuruppu, KADTD, Sugathapala SPAM, “Evaluation of factors affecting for selecting Internet Service Providers’, 11th International Conference on Business and Information 2020, University of Kelaniya
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM,  “Procurement Procedure and Inventory Management : Evidence from Small & Medium sized Enterprises in Anuradhapura District”,  5th International Conference on Contemporary Management,2019, University of Jaffna
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM, “Factors affecting the inventory management practices in Listed Manufacturing Companies”, 6th International Research Conference 2019, General Sir John Kothalawala Defence University.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM,  “Factors affecting the inventory management practices in Small & Medium Enterprises in Anuradhapura District”,  8th International Symposium 2018, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM, “Short term Interest rate on Market Return; Evidence from Listed companies in Sri Lanka. 7th Annual International Research Conference, 2018, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
  • Wijekumara, JMN, Jameel, ALM,  “Factors affecting to the inventory management practices in Small & Medium Enterprises in Anuradhapura District”,  2nd National Research Symposium on Management,2018, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka