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Dr. Chandana Kannangara (FGS/DBA/2016/007)

Mobile: 094710894332
Email: candana.thilanka@yahoo.com

Education

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) offered by the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, February 2024

Master of Business Administration (MBA) offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka, August 2010

Reading for Chartered Engineering (CEng) offered by Engineering Council UK.

Graduate-ship (GCGI) (Engineering) – Level 6 (Graduate) Professional Recognition offered by the City and Guild, UK.

National Diploma in Technology (NDT) (Electrical Engineering) offered by the University of Moratuwa (Faculty of Engineering), Sri Lanka, April 2002

NEBOSH International General Certificate (UK) in Occupational Health and Safety offered by the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH - UK), Feb 2017

The Engineering Council Examination Certificate (UK) offered by the Engineering Council (UK), August 2001

Professional Background

With over a decade of experience spanning the hospitality, financial sectors, retail and manufacturing sectors, I excel in strategic management, engineering management and operational leadership. As Director of Engineering at one of the largest premier five-star hotel in Colombo and Deputy Chief Engineer at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, I spearheaded initiatives for operational excellence. Transitioning to HSBC, I managed facilities and health, safety, and fire services for Sri Lanka and the Maldives. My expertise extends to change leadership and sustainable development, evident in my roles in optimising infrastructure and implementing sustainability strategies. As a Visiting Lecturer, I share insights into engineering, projects and operations management. I bring a holistic approach and proven track record in driving organisational success.

Current Engagements

Serving as the Director of Engineering for the largest premier five-star hotel and visiting lecturer for several academic establishments.

Professional Affiliations

Member of The Institution of Incorporated Engineers, Sri Lanka. (MIIESL).
Member of Engineering Council, Sri Lanka (ECSL). (IEng).
Member of Hotel Engineers Association. (MHEA).
Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, United Kingdom (MIET).

Research Interests

Sustainable change management, Leadership development and talent management, Organization culture, Strategic Change and Personality Traits.

Publications

Published several journal articles so far related to the field of Energy Conservation, corporate sustainability, change management, environment sustainability, corporate strategy and sustainable change for peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

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DBA Office, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya

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