Ranmini Ariyawansha

Lecturer

MBA – University of Bedfordshire, UK
MSc Brand Management – Anglia Ruskin University, UK
BSc (Hons) Management Information Systems – University College Dublin, Ireland.

Ms. Ranmini Ariyawansha is a Lecturer and Entrepreneur with a multidisciplinary academic and professional background spanning Business Management, Information Systems, Brand Management, and entrepreneurship. With a strong passion for education and innovation, she brings together academic knowledge, industry exposure, and entrepreneurial experience to create meaningful and practical learning experiences for students.

She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, a Master of Science (MSc) in Brand Management from Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Management Information Systems from University College Dublin, Ireland. Her academic journey across business, technology, and branding has enabled her to develop a broad and interdisciplinary perspective on contemporary organisations and the evolving business environment.

Alongside academia, Ranmini has gained professional experience in business development, management, and entrepreneurship, including executive leadership roles in emerging technology and consumer-focused ventures. These experiences have strengthened her understanding of business strategy, innovation, digital transformation, brand development, and the practical realities of building and managing growing businesses.

Her teaching interests include Business Management, Leadership and Management, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Information Systems, Digital Business, and Brand Management. She is committed to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can connect theoretical concepts with real-world applications.

With diverse academic qualifications, professional experiences, and entrepreneurial aspirations, Ranmini brings multiple perspectives to her academic practice. She is passionate about empowering students to think critically, embrace innovation, and develop the confidence and capabilities required to navigate an increasingly dynamic global business landscape.

Latest publications
APIIT International Research Conference – 2026

Conference Paper

THE ROLE OF SENSORY BRANDING IN FOSTERING EMOTIONAL CONNECTIONS AND BRAND LOYALTY IN THE UK LUXURY FASHION INDUSTRY: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW AND SECONDARY DATA-BASED MULTIPLE CASE STUDY WITH A FOCUS ON GENERATION Z