Browsing Management, Social Science and Humanities by Faculty "FMSH"

Adaptation of Blockchain Technology in the Banking Sector in Sri Lanka

Bandulahewa, DN; Edirisinghe, EASS; Ranasinghe, PGAD; Ilangasekara, ASP (2023-09-07)

Blockchain Technology is one of the main components in Industry 4.0 implications which enables organizations to trace transactions, create new business models to solve customer problems, increase the quality and productivity ...

Analysis of Technology Utilization in Sri Lankan State Universities’ English Teaching and Learning Process

Jayawardena, HMCP (2023-09-07)

This research paper intends to identify the technological devices utilized for English lan- guage acquisition processes in Sri Lankan state universities. The majority of non-linguistic undergraduates face the challenge ...

Analyzing the Economic Impact of Brain Drain and Migration in Sri Lanka

Gunasekara, MWGJ; Wijerathne, MACA; Maussawa, GD; Maduranga, RAD; Thelijjagoda, S; Wickramarachchi, CN (2023-09-07)

Brain drain and migration have been a global phenomenon that has significant economic implications. In Sri Lanka, it has been observed that skilled professionals started migrat- ing to developed nations due to many ...

A Clustering Method to Identify Mental Health Patient Groups with Similar Treatment Outcomes

Senarathne, K; Weerasinghe, V; Salgadu, L (2023-09-07)

A person’s complete emotional, psychological, and social well-being is referred to as their mental health. It has an impact on how people feel, think, and act, as well as how they act and react to obstacles in life. ...

A Comparative Study on the Opportunities and Challenges of Blockchain Implementation in Logistics and Supply Chain Operations in Sri Lanka

Atipola, KJRRWMRAMAN; Tharuka, WKD; Silva, RMK; Ilangasekara, ASP (2023-09-07)

The world is evolving and moving forward with Industrial 4.0 and its implications such as blockchain technology. However, its application in Sri Lanka is still at an infant stage. The study aims to compare the blockchain ...

Customer’s Perspective on Dynamics of Digital Transformation in the Bank Industry of Sri Lanka

De Zoysa, ND; HAKNS, Surangi; Nimeshi, GKS; RS, Ranwala (2023-09-07)

Digital transformation has changed the entire banking system, making it accessible, competitive, and improving effectiveness and efficiency. Most local banks in Sri Lanka are now moving towards technology-driven and ...

Detailed Study Based on the Effect of the Official Language Policy of Sri Lanka towards English Language usage in the Land and District Registry;

Gunawardana, HMR; Amarasena, SK (2023-09-07)

Language planning in general is considered a large-scale phenomenon. In fact, national planning is always undertaken by governments and aims to influence or change ways of speaking or literacy practices within a particular ...

Development of an Intelligent Software Solution for Artificial Intelligence Enabled Stethoscope: Accurate Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis and Real-time Feedback System

KAT, Damsuvi; Wickramasinghe, BCT (2023-09-07)

Although the classic stethoscope has long been a crucial diagnostic tool for cardiac conditions, it has an elementary level of accuracy in its diagnosis capability. Mainly, the diagnostic capability of a traditional ...

The Effect of Utilising Poetry Translation Strategies in Poetry Translation: with Reference to Selected Published Poetry Translations from English into Sinhalese

Wijebandara, NM; Mahawaththa, MDS (2023-09-07)

Given its personal and concentrated nature, poetry falls under serious literature. When translating poetry, most translators follow literal translation method. As a result, the poet sometimes may fail to carry across the ...

Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Managing Adjustment Disorder Among Apparel Sector Employees in Sri Lanka

P, Jayatilake; Liyanage, L; Gunathunga, MW (2023-09-07)

The apparel sector takes its place among the largest industries in Sri Lanka, occupying 15% of the country’s labour force. The target-oriented nature of the apparel sector often requires employees to work under pressure ...

Effectiveness of Teaching Vocabulary Using Presentation, Production and Practice Approach in a Blended Learning Environment

Raleesha, SMR; Dassanayake, DAAKL; Nilmanthi, RLABD; Nayanathara, GK (2023-09-07)

Vocabulary is getting updated on a daily basis and the teachers’ role is vital in teaching vocabulary to the learners in the language classroom. Blended learning is a method that combines face to face learning and online ...

Evolving towards the Future: Internet of Things based Precision Aquaculture System

De Silva, LNNA (2023-09-07)

Humans and technology have been developing continuously from the prehistoric period to the present, and it has evolved into a key component for assisting with daily tasks in today’s world of technology. As an approach ...

Examining Patient Contentment with the Quality of Nursing Care in the Public Healthcare Sector

Weerasinghe, NAK; Wanaguru, DSJ; Yapa Bandara, UGHC; Sandaruwan, MGA; Bandara, KMMM; Abesinghe, SPTC (2023-09-07)

Patient satisfaction has grown in popularity as a vital component of determining the quality of care. A crucial aspect of quality improvement involves comprehending the viewpoints of patients, as this approach is fully ...

Exploring the Role of Anonymous Social Media Posts in Empowering Women Affected by Deception and Infidelity

Anuradha, K; Kathriarachchi, RPS; Wijesinghe, PRD; Kawy, MVT (2023-09-07)

Women affected by domestic threats, deception, infidelity, and the subsequent mental health consequences often face barriers in seeking support and sharing their experi- ences openly due to fear of judgment, stigma, and ...

Factors Affecting the Effective Usage of Medical Equipment in Sri Lankan Hospitals

Ranasinghe, RADVS (2023-09-07)

n Sri Lanka’s public hospitals, a large portion of the medical equipment is nonfunctional, unusable, or poorly maintained. It is of paramount importance to limit the nation’s resource wastage amid the current economic ...

Factors to Consider: Promoting Speaking Competence of National Languages of Sri Lanka

Jayathilleka, UGWR; Hidellararachhi, WE; Jayasinghe, VU (2023-09-07)

he language factor is known to be a critical aspect in ethnocentric conflicts. Therefore, language barrier is a national-level problem in Sri Lanka regarding intercultural commu- nication and understanding. The purpose ...

Female Visionary Leaders for Development: A Sociological Reading on Importance vs Reality of Gender, Development and State University Education in Sri Lanka – A Case Study

Ranasinghe, PKGIL (2023-09-07)

Visionary leadership is more about having a long-run vision. Sustainable development is a holistic approach to development. The country’s state universities provide free-of- charge higher education for selected students ...