The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, conducted an insightful Knowledge Transfer (KT) session on collaborative learning, focusing on the Cobra Effect and its implications for higher education. The session encouraged academic staff to explore unintended consequences of teaching and assessment practices while promoting knowledge sharing, critical thinking, and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of its students, Charith Fonseka, Osanda Senevirathna, Tharindu Dhanushka, and Thilini Bhagya, who emerged as Champions of the Codefest 2026 Designathon, hosted by John Keells IT. During the 24-hour hackathon, the team developed an innovative Integrated Smart Living Platform, demonstrating exceptional creativity, technical expertise, and teamwork. This remarkable achievement highlights the department's commitment to fostering innovation, problem-solving skills, and industry-ready talent.

The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Team Nexora, which secured 4th Place with a Merit Award at the SLIIT Codefest Datathon 2026, ranking among the Top 10 finalists out of over 100 competing teams. The team developed Nexora Urban Flow Analytics, an innovative machine learning platform that transforms large-scale transportation data into actionable urban mobility insights.

The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, proudly celebrates Team Lumora's achievement of securing 2nd Runner-Up at Code with WIE, organized by IEEE Women in Engineering Sri Lanka. The team presented LightSafe, an innovative privacy-first Women-to-Women Instant Network (W2W-IN) designed to provide discreet peer support during personal health emergencies while promoting reproductive wellness tracking.

The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, proudly celebrates the achievement of Team Division Zero, comprising Level One undergraduates, who advanced to the finals of the Cisco Technopreneur Challenge at SLIIT Codefest 2026. The team presented Settl, an innovative alternative credit intelligence platform designed to help financial institutions assess the creditworthiness of individuals and businesses with non-traditional income patterns.

The Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, participated in an insightful industry engagement session with TIQRI, focusing on the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education and curriculum development. The discussion explored changing industry expectations, AI-driven problem-solving approaches, and the importance of aligning academic programmes with emerging technological advancements to prepare future-ready graduates.