Case Study

As part of the 22^nd International Conference on Business Management 2026 (ICBM), the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, introduces its annual Case Study Book Publication, developed in collaboration with leading industry partners.

This initiative strengthens the link between academic learning and real-world practice by documenting practical, context-specific insights from Sri Lanka’s evolving business landscape. The publication serves as a valuable resource for academics, students, and professionals interested in how organizations apply sustainable, digital, and inclusive management practices.

The primary objective of this case study book is to promote applied learning and knowledge sharing by showcasing how management and sustainability concepts are implemented across diverse industries. It also fosters strong industry–academia collaboration, encouraging innovation and mutual learning through real organizational experiences.

This year’s case studies highlight contemporary and impactful themes, including:

1. Circular Practices in the Apparel Manufacturing Industry
2. Digital Waste Management in Urban Municipalities
3. Promoting Circularity in Agro-based Startups
4. Green and Circular Practices in the Hospitality Sector
5. Circular Economy Models in the Food Sector
6. Empowering Women Entrepreneurs through Green Microenterprises
7. Reducing E-waste through Community-Level Digital Literacy Campaigns
8. Data-Driven Water and Energy Management
9. Digital Education for Marginalised Communities in the Post-Pandemic Era
10. Inclusive and Responsible Property Governance in Urban Communities
11. The impact of organisational culture on the performance of state-owned Enterprises
12. Sustainability Driven Event Tourism: Success Story of BarnHouse

Brewing Success: A Homegrown Coffee Brand’s Journey in Sri Lanka

Case Study Workshop

A workshop on case study development was held on 31st October 2025 with the participation of Prof. Dushan Jayawickrama, Dean of the Faculty, and Prof. Hemamalie Gunathilaka of the Department of Business Administration. The case studies were developed by academics of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC) together with academics of the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM).

Submission Guidelines

Author Guidelines : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zrbRcNS4srOSrkIIVllcclFPq0gdd7t6/view?usp=drive_link

Important Dates