Faculty of Management and Finance

The Department of Business Management successfully organized a highly engaging and collaborative brainstorming session as part of the practical requirements for the Creativity and Innovation module, designed for its 2000-level students. The session, held on 1^st January 2024 at MFLT 05, marked the first in a series of planned activities aimed at fostering practical exposure and innovative thinking among students.

This unique session brought together students from two distinct disciplines: 2000-level Business Management students and final-year students from the Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture. The interdisciplinary collaboration provided a dynamic platform for participants to exchange ideas, explore creative solutions, and gain insights from diverse perspectives.

Two esteemed resource persons facilitated the session: Prof. Nilantha from the Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, and Mr. Rohan Laksiri, the Course Coordinator of the Creativity and Innovation module. Both facilitators contributed their expertise and engaged fully with the students, ensuring a productive and enriching experience. Prof. Nilantha shared valuable insights from the field of food science, while Mr. Rohan Laksiri guided the students in applying creative and innovative thinking to real-world challenges.

This session is the first of many planned activities under the Creativity and Innovation module, reflecting the department’s commitment to providing students with practical, hands-on learning opportunities. By fostering collaboration across disciplines and encouraging creative problem-solving, the department aims to equip its students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

Looking ahead, the Department of Business Management is excited to continue this journey of innovation and creativity, preparing students to become forward-thinking leaders in their respective fields.