Webinar on “Global Business Challenges faced by business leaders conducted by University of Colombo
View(s):A panel discussion on the topic of Global Business Leadership & Challenges faced by Business Leaders was conducted by the University of Colombo with prominent panelists participating. Dr Rohantha Athukorala, Dr Shamini Perera and Mr Ajith Wickramarachchi shared valuable insights from a public, private and academic perspective which enlightened and motivated the audience in overcoming challenges by being prepared to adopt, adjust and accept change within a shorter period of time if they were to cherish in life.
Dr Rohantha recalling his days with the public sector stated that it always provided a better satisfaction as you get the opportunity to serve the people. However it was important to work with the system by understanding each component of it by being honest and having good values. He further emphasized that we need to drive trade by building up our entrepreneurial qualities and face challenges fearlessly.
It was up to the authorities to set the floor right, through proper implementation if people are to be benefitted was the view point of Dr Sharmini Perera. She further stated, though women were better in developing inspiration and adopting to a participative approach, focus and determination are two powerful tools which could break any barrios which will boost the confidence level through proper self-management practices.
Mr Ajith Wickramarachchi, who has a vast experience in handling international markets stated that we are currently living in an era where power and money play an important role in every aspect. Therefore if business leaders were to overcome these challenges it was utmost important for them to understand by accommodating and catering to the different customer tastes, needs and cultures through relationship building.
Ms Nilu Madhusani from the University of Colombo moderated the webinar which was aired live through Facebook. The event witnessed participants from India, China, Russia, Australia, United Kingdom, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Maldives and Sri Lanka. The above event was organized by the 2019 – 21 MBA students batch’ specializing in the field of International Business in their webinar series where they also held a separate session early July on “Fostering Global Mindset and Cosmopolitanism
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