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The Effect of Psychological Wellbeing on Entrepreneurial Engagement. Special Reference to Woman Entrepreneurs in Matara District, Sri Lanka
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Sewwandi, D.G.C.; Harshani, M.D.R.
Entrepreneurial engagement is a multifaceted journey, encompassing not only strategic acumen but also a deep understanding of one's own psychological landscape. The resilience to weather uncertainties, coupled with an acute awareness of stressors, fosters a heightened psychological well-being, allowing entrepreneurs to harness challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth. By cultivating emotional intelligence, visionary leaders can navigate the intricate interplay between business demands and mental health, laying the foundation for sustained success and fulfillment in the entrepreneurial realm. Women entrepreneurs are a niche segment that has had the rarest concern in society, providing a higher contribution to society. Given the fact that there is a lack of empirical evidence in this regard, the research was conducted regarding the effect of psychological well-being on entrepreneurial engagement by women entrepreneurs in Matara District. The quantitative method was followed to determine the supportive nature of quantitative findings. 393 female entrepreneurs in the Matara District were selected for this research study. Data was gathered by using selfadministered questionnaires. Apart from the descriptive data, the Structural Equation Modeling method, correlation, and thematic analysis were performed to analyze the data. Psychological well-being was measured using the five factors, and entrepreneurial engagement was measured using the entrepreneurial process of identification, evaluation, and exploitation. According to the result of the analysis, positive relations with others, personal growth, and self–acceptance are all variables that have positive relationships with entrepreneur engagement in the Matara district. Autonomy and environmental mastery reacted insignificantly with the entrepreneur engagement in the Matara district. The research study further recommended that government support and counselling are required to ultimately develop their psychological well-being and entrepreneurial engagement.
The Impact of Compensation and Benefits on Employee Job Performance
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Shashan, S.R.K.; Harshani, M.D.R.
This study aims to assess the impact of compensation and benefits on the job performance of managerial employees in the financial sector of Borella, Sri Lanka, focusing on ABC Company. Employing a deductive research approach, the study utilizes a survey research strategy and a quantitative research method. The target population consists of managerial level employees, with a sample size of 200 determined through a simple random sampling technique. The primary data source is a printed questionnaire, with 120 responses collected out of the 200 distributed. For data analysis, the study employs Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 27.0. The findings reveal a significant direct influence of compensation and benefits on employee job performance. Hypothesis testing indicates a positive relationship between compensation and benefits and employee job performance, highlighting a statistically significant connection. The study suggests that management should consider taking actions to enhance employee compensation and benefits, thereby contributing to improved job performance. Emphasizing the importance of adequately compensating employees, management can enhance productivity, commitment, and overall involvement.
IMPACT OF DIGITAL DETOXING ON EMPLOYEE WELLBEING: A STUDY OF EXECUTIVE LEVEL EMPLOYEES IN IT INDUSTRY, SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Thathsarani, R.L.D.; Harshani, M.D.R.
This study investigates the impact of digital detoxing practices on employee well-being among IT professionals in Sri Lanka. With the increasing prevalence of digital technologies in the workplace, concerns have arisen regarding the potential negative impacts of excessive digital usage on employee health and well-being. This research aims to investigate the impact of digital detoxing practices, which involve conscious reduction or abstinence from digital technologies for a period of time, and employee well-being. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire.The population consists of the employees who are working as a executives in IT Industry, in Colombo district withing sri lanka. Sample size is 192. The study use SPSS Software for analyze the data. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between digital detoxing practices and employee well-being. Regression analysis indicated that digital detoxing practices significantly explained a substantial portion of the variance in employee well-being. These findings suggest that promoting and encouraging digital detoxing practices can be an effective strategy for enhancing the overall well-being of IT professionals. The study contributes to a growing body of research on the impact of digital technology on employee well-being and highlights the importance of incorporating digital well-being strategies in the workplace.
Impact of Electronic Human Resource Management Practices on Organizational Performance of Ceramic industry Sri Lanka
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Senevirathna, K.L.D.K.S.; Harshani, M.D.R.
The Sri Lankan ceramic industry has a long history of manufacturing and distributing tiles all over the country and exporting them to many foreign countries in the world. Accordingly, the industry holds an important place in the Sri Lankan economy. Unfortunately, the organizational performance of the industry has declined over the last five years. Accordingly, the leading companies in the industry have taken measures to overcome the above-mentioned issue and they have implemented electronic human resource practices in terms of HRM perspective. Therefore, this study aims to identify the impact of electronic human resource practices on the organizational performance of the ceramic industry in Sri Lanka. There is less research on the impact of electronic human resource management on organizational performance in the Sri Lankan context and by focusing on the ceramic industry. This was conducted as a cross-sectional qualitative field study among a sample of 228 executives and above-carders selected from three main companies in the Sri Lankan ceramic industry. The study was conducted by using a simple random sampling method, and the unit of analysis was individual level. A standard measurement scale was used to collect primary data, which was developed by using a five-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation coefficient, and simple regression were applied to analyse data using SPSS. The findings revealed that there is a moderate positive relationship between electronic human resource practices and the organizational performance of the ceramic industry in Sri Lanka.
Impact of Flexible Work Arrangements on Work-Life Balance of NonClinical Employees in an ABC Private Hospital, Sri Lanka
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Senerath, P.N.D.; Harshani, M.D.R.
Work life balance is best viewed as a state of people life that helps to attainment of satisfaction in working life and personal life. Flexible working arrangements are a prevalent practice in organizations where employees have the autonomy to determine when and where they fulfill their work obligations. Although the direct effect of Flexible working arrangements on work-life balance is well-documented, previous empirical findings of the relationship have been inconsistent. Further, little is known about its impacts on employee work-life balance. Thereby, current studies attempt to examine the effect of Flexible working arrangements on work-life balance in the ABC Private Hospital of Sri Lanka. In this research mainly. The researcher tried to find out how flexible working arrangements affect the work-life balance of non-clinical employees. The data for this research was collected from ABC Private Hospital in the Colombo district. The study was quantitative, and a cross-sectional survey design was followed. Flexible working arrangement is the independent variable, while the dependent variable is work-life balance. Primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire to conduct this research. The questionnaire was designed to measure the two variables: Flexible working arrangement and work-life balance of non-clinical level employees. A simple random sampling technique was applied to select the sample, and the final sample consisted of 175 non-clinical level employees of ABC Private Hospital of Sri Lanka. Data was analysed using correlation and regression with the aid of SPSS and Excel. It was found that flexible working arrangements significantly impact work-life balance. Further, there is a significant relationship between Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance. Finally, it is concluded that Flexible working arrangements are important antecedents to balancing work and life. It is suggested that managers establish a flexible working arrangement-based intervention in the organization. Hence, it was recommended that hospitals should consider the employee’s work-life balance and flexible working arrangements to increase the efficiency level of non-clinical level employees.
IMPACT OF PATERNALISTIC LEADERSHIP ON EMPLOYEE SILENCE: A STUDY OF, EXECUTIVE LEVEL EMPLOYEES IN LEADING TIRE MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Kaumini, V.P.T.; Harshani, M.D.R.
More studies have been done on the concept of ‘Paternalistic leadership’ and its impact on employee behavior. There appears to be some research on how this particular leadership style affects employee silence behavior. Especially the silence behavior and emotions of executive-level employees. To fill this gap, the present study examines how paternalistic leadership affects employee silence in XYZ (PVT) Ltd. This study adopts a descriptive-correlational approach and explores the responses of 179 executive-level employees of XYZ Tire manufacturing company. Simple random sampling was used to select the participants. The sample size was determined using the based on the simple random sampling method. For primary data collection, standardized measurement scales were used. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and multiple regression analysis were used to analyze the data using SPSS and Excel software. The results of the study revealed that paternalistic leadership significantly affects employee silence. It is also recommended that the leaders of XYZ (PVT) Ltd. should create a more open and communicative environment and be mindful of their leadership styles to improve employee silence. It is also said that managers should work to improve organizational communication and overall performance by providing guidelines that provide opportunities for employees to express their opinions.
The Impact of Role Stress on Work – Life Balance Evidence from Sales employees in Tiles and Sanitaryware Industry Sri Lanka
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Senevirathne, D.M.W.H.K.; Harshani, M.D.R.
Maintaining a balance between work and non-work activities can be challenging, but work is an integral part of one's professional identity in the modern workplace. Maintaining a healthy balance between one's personal and professional lives has gained public attention as more workers recognize the significance of what is now called "work–life balance." Fostering a positive and supportive work environment that allows employees to balance their personal and professional obligations while increasing productivity is another aspect of work-life balance. When competing for work demands, numerous negative factors negatively impact their work-life balance, including elevated stress levels, exhaustion from work, and strain. Few research has been conducted to illustrate various aspects of role stress on WLB concerning sales personnel in Sri Lanka's tile and Sanitaryware industry. To fill this empirical gap in this field, the present study concentrated on the influence of role stress on work-life balance. The research methodology for this study was quantitative. Responses were obtained from 211 participants via a selfadministered survey questionnaire. The multiple regression analysis was carried out utilizing SPSS 23.0 to verify the proposed relationships between the variables. Results showed that role stress (Role overload, role ambiguity, role conflict) significantly impacts the work-life balance of sales employees in the tile and sanitary ware industry in Sri Lanka.
JOB CRAFTING AND EMPLOYEE WORK ENGAGEMENT: A STUDY OF THE APPAREL INDUSTRY IN GAMPAHA DISTRICT, SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Abesekara, H. M. S.; Harshani, M.D.R.
The apparel industry plays a crucial role in the Sri Lankan economy, contributing significantly to employment and export revenues. However, most research has focused on operational-level challenges, leaving a gap in understanding the issues faced by executive-level employees. This study aims to examine the role of job crafting in enhancing employee work engagement within the apparel industry, specifically in Sri Lanka’s Gampaha District. The study utilizes the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model and investigates the relationship between job crafting and work engagement, moderated by job fit. Four major apparel companies in the Gampaha District with 248 executive and above employees as participants. A simple random sampling method was used to select the sample, and data analysis was performed using SPSS and Excel, employing Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA). The findings aim to provide insights into improving employee engagement and satisfaction in the industry. When building the findings in this study, can conclude there is a positively relationship between job crafting and employee work engagement. It means job crafting positively effect for the employee work engagement. When consider moderator, it is concluded that job fit significantly moderate the relationship between job crafting and work engagement. There for this study recommended for the executive and above executive employees in mentioned four apparel companies. Moreover, it is recommended methods for managers to the conduct job crafting and improve work engagement.
JUSTICE ON BRAIN DRAIN: THE ROLE OF PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL JUSTICE ON TALENT MIGRATION INTENTION OF HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS IN BADULLA DISTRICT IN SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Wickramasooriya, R.N.M.A.U.; Harshani, M.D.R.
The traditional idea of migratory intention in the healthcare sector has been thoroughly studied in existing literature; however, there has been little emphasis paid to the role of perceived organizational justice as a determining factor, particularly among nurses in Sri Lanka. To address this gap, the current study investigates the impact of perceived organizational justice on nurses' migration intentions in the health industry. The primary aim of this study was to explore the relationship between perceived organizational justice and the talent migration intentions of nurses working in government hospitals in the Badulla district. The study focused exclusively on quantitative data, gathered through structured surveys administered to nurses in government hospitals in the Badulla district. The quantitative approach was chosen to provide a broad, generalizable analysis of the factors influencing migration intentions. The study focuses on three large hospitals in the Badulla District: Provincial General Hospital Badulla, General Hospital Welimada, and General Hospital Mahiyanganaya, with a total of 1,169 nurses. Simple random sampling was used to select the sample whereas Morgan table was used to determine the sample size. Primary data were collected by adopted standard measurement scales via printed questionnaire. Data analysis was done with the support of SPSS and Excel by employing Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and the multivariate techniques of hypotheses testing. The study found that perceived organizational justice which includes distributive, procedural, interpersonal, and informational dimensions had a statistically significant impact on nurses' migration intentions. The findings highlight the critical relevance of creating a fair and equal corporate climate in order to retain healthcare professionals. The report concludes with concrete recommendations for hospital administrators and policymakers to employ justice-focused measures to reduce brain drain and improve workforce stability in Sri Lanka's healthcare industry.
The Relationship between Work Life Balance and Employee Engagement of Executives in ABC Manufacturing Company: Special Reference to ABC Aluminum Manufacturing Company in Sri Lanka
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2024) Shehani, V. N.; Harshani, M.D.R.
Work life balance entails attaining equilibrium between professional work and otheractivities, so that is reduce friction between official and domestic life. Work life balance enhance efficiency and thus, the productivity of an employee increases. It enhance satisfaction and results of that employee engagement also enhance in both the professional and personal lives. This study attempts to identify the relationship between work life balance and employee engagement of executive employees in ABC manufacturing company, Sri Lanka. Data were collected from 137 executive employees in ABC manufacturing company, Sri Lanka. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire using an online survey, designed as a google form. And also used simple random sampling technique. Cronbach alpha was used to test the reliability of the instrument. Also Correlation analysis was used to measure the relationship and to test the advanced hypotheses of the study by using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 23). The analyzed results show that there is a strong positive relationship between work life balance and employee engagement of executive employees in ABC manufacturing company, Sri Lanka. Furthermore, this study is a move for organizational management to make necessary actions to create engage employees within the organization. It will lead to more productive, effective and decrease the high absenteeism and turnover within the organization.
Rewards Management ‘Then and Now’: With Special Reference to the Epigraph of King Mahinda IV (1026-1042 AC)
(9th International Conference on Business and Information (ICBI-2018), Department of Management Studies and Toc H Institute of Science and Technology, India, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Padmasiri, M.K.D.; Rev. Sirisumangala Thero; Harshani, M.D.R.
An enormous number of studies have explored the reward management function in human resource management research. Being inimitable in exploring the reward management function, the present study focuses to find what reward management practices are applied in managing human resources of monasteries during 1026 –1042 AC reference to the epigraph of King Mahinda IV. The research objectives are to find the meaning of reward management during 1026–1042 AC and to find ancient reward management practices and to compare reward management practices then and now in line with the reward management model introduced by Armstrong. Findings revealed that there were reward management practices during the period of 1026–1042 AC and comparison highlighted the differences and similarities in rewarding
THE IMPACT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE; SPECIAL REFERENCE TO THE FAST-FOOD MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY IN WESTERN PROVINCE, SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Wimalasuriya, W.A.S.D.; Harshani, M.D.R.
The purpose of this research is to identify impact of psychology safety on employee performance in fast-food manufacturing industry in western province. In addition to that, this study intends to contribute to filling the empirical gap related to the impact of psychological safety on employee performance in the fast-food manufacturing industry. There is a less research context in fast food manufacturing in Sri Lanka. The convince sampling method will be used in selecting respondents for the study. The researcher collected data from 144 executive level and above staff employees in the fast-food manufacturing industry through a questionnaire. In the data analysis, the researcher employed SPSS software. Simple linear regression and multiple linear regression analysis methods were used in data analysis to achieve the research objectives. According to the research, the results indicate that psychological safety and knowledge sharing have a positive relationship with employee performance. The researcher provided several implications based on the study's results. Also, the study cleared the path for future research areas on psychological safety and employee performance.
THE IMPACT OF SUPERVISOR SUPPORT ON PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY OF DIFFERENTLY ABLED EMPLOYEES IN SRI LANKA’S QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT (QSR) INDUSTRY IN COLOMBO DISTRICT, SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Senavirathna, I.M.K.R.; Harshani, M.D.R.
This research aims to examine the impact of supervisor support on the psychological safety of differently abled employees in Sri Lanka’s Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, with a specific focus on the mediating role of employee trust. This study aims to contribute to the existing knowledge by exploring how supervisor support influences psychological safety and the extent to which employee trust serves as a mediator in this relationship. While psychological safety has been widely studied in various organizational settings, there is limited research on this subject concerning differently abled employees in Sri Lanka’s QSR sector. This research follows a deductive (theory-testing) approach and employs a quantitative research method using a survey strategy. The population of the study comprises differently abled employees working in quick service restaurants in the Colombo district. A stratified sampling technique was used to select 73 respondents, and data were collected through a self-administered structured questionnaire. Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) was used for data analysis, employing both descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlation and regression analysis. The findings indicate that supervisor support has a positive impact on employee psychological safety, and employee trust mediates this relationship. These results highlight the importance of fostering supportive supervisor-employee relationships to enhance psychological safety, which in turn contributes to employee retention and job satisfaction in the QSR industry.
THE IMPACT OF TELEWORKING ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE: A STUDY ON WOMEN EMPLOYEES IN COLOMBO DISTRICT PRIVATE BANKS, SRI LANKA
(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Jayawickrama, T.D.S.; Harshani, M.D.R.
This study aims to examine the impact of teleworking on work-life balance with the mediating effect of work stress of women employees in Colombo district private banks, Sri Lanka. Initially, many employees, especially female employees, were very eager for the work-from-home policy, since it helped them to carry out their office work while attending to household responsibilities. In the Sri Lankan context, there is a significant empirical and knowledge gap with respect to the impact of teleworking on the work-life balance of women employed in the banking industry. The banking sector, which is considered one of the most dynamic industries in Sri Lanka, has been selected to conduct the analysis. The study was conducted by considering three licensed commercial banks in the Colombo district of Sri Lanka. This study was conducted with a quantitative nature. The study collected primary data from a sample of 132 respondents through a structured questionnaire, which included questions on teleworking, work stress, and work-life balance. The collected data was used for descriptive analysis, simple regression analysis, and mediating analysis using SPSS software. All the constructs were valid, reliable, and fit with the research model. The impact of teleworking on work stress and work-life balance is significantly mediated. Finally, the study's results confirmed that teleworking positively impacts work-life balance as well as teleworking and work stress have a significant influence, either directly or indirectly, on the work-life balance of women employees in private banks in Sri Lanka. The present study's implications, limits, and future courses are also examined.
The visionary leadership for sustainable development
(The Faculty of Management Studies,The Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL), 2023) Harshani, M.D.R.; Rebecca, E.
Zealand has taken the necessary steps to move towards renewable energy sources. New Zealand is one of the most non-polluted countries with clean air and water. Most of the triple bottom-line leaders have implanted a sharing economy using the available resources for multiple purposes. 21st-century leadership must practice triple bottom- line leadership since the Earth is at a huge risk of climate emergency. The failed leadership who cannot understand the climate emergency and ssv9nece will take the nation into disaster