Prof.P.Pratheepkanth
B.Com(Hons), Ph.D (Australia)
Professor in Accounting
+94773684285
ppratheep@univ.jfn.ac.lk
Research Interests:
Accounting standard settings, investment analysis and business ethics and corporate governance
Academic Profile
Teaching
Admin Roles
Research & Publications
Awards & Grants
Activities
Academic Profile
Degree
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- Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting
- Doctor of Philosophy (Australia)
Consultancy
- Project Management Lead in Northern Province for hiring Consultancy Service of Independent Performance audit assessment/evaluation for second performance tranche under the EU grant for the Local Development Support Project (LDSP) in the Eastern, Northern, North-Central and Uva Provinces (2023).
- Project Management Lead in Northern Province for the assessing the performance of activities undertaken by Local Government Authorities (LGAs) in the in the Eastern, Northern, North-Central and Uva Provinces as part of the Local Development Support Project (2022).
Resource Person
- Served as resource person at accounting seminar for students, which was organised by Zonal Education Office, Thenmaradchy, held on August 03, 2023.
- Served as resource person at accounting seminar for students, which was organised by Provincial Education Office, Northern held on January 11, 2023.
- Served as resource person at “Sisunena” Seminar Series in 2023 A/L Commerce Stream Students Tamil Medium (Accounting Standards), which was organised by Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka held on April 27, 2023.
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Served as resource person at accounting seminar for teachers and students for capacity development program, which was organised by Ministry of Education and National Institute of Education held on September 30, 2022.
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Served as resource person at accounting seminar for teachers of Northern Province which was organised by Northern Province held on December 12-13, 2022.
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Served as resource person at accounting seminar for G.C.E (A/L) Students of Thenmaradchy which was organised by Thenmaradchy Educational
Zone held on December 15, 2022. - Served as resource person on cost benefit analysis for the Veterinary Surgeons and LDOs which was organised by Central Bank of Sri Lanka held on April 29, 2022
- Served as resource person on various levels of management vs. skills at orientation training programme for the new graduate appointees to the government which was organised by University Grants Commission (UGC) held on September 15, 2020.
- Delivered a lecture for School Principals on how to do a research: a practical approach at Vadmaradchi Educational Zone which was organised by Jaffna Science Association (JSA) in collaboration with Northern Provincial Department of Education held on November 25, 2016.
- Delivered a lecture for School Principals on quantitative data analysis at Island Educational Zone which was organised by Jaffna Science Association (JSA) in collaboration with Northern Provincial Department of Education held on December 04, 2016.
- Delivered a lecture for School Principals on managing research at Jaffna Educational Zone which was organised by Jaffna Science Association (JSA) in collaboration with Northern Provincial Department of Education held on December 04, 2016.
- Delivered a lecture for School Principals on academic writing at Jaffna Educational Zone which was organised by Jaffna Science Association (JSA) in collaboration with Northern Provincial Department of Education held on December 04, 2016.
- Served as a panel member to develop a manual on Research Methodology for School Principals which was coordinated by Jaffna Science Association (JSA).
- Served as resource person at accounting workshop for G.C.E (O/L) Teachers of Northern Province which was organised by Northern Provincial Department of Education held from August 27-28, 2016
- Served as resource person at accounting workshop for G.C.E (A/L) Teachers of Northern Province which was organised by Northern Provincial Department of Education held from June 11 -14, 2016
- Served as resource person at accounting workshop for G.C.E (A/L) Teachers of Northern Province which was organised by Northern Provincial Department of Education held from October 14-15, 2019.
- Served as resource person at accounting workshop for G.C.E (A/L) Teachers of Western Province which was organised by Western Provincial Department of Education in collaboration with Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka held from February 27-28, 2020.
- Served as resource person at the workshop on office management under the efficiency bar seminar series which was organised by Teacher Centre, Jaffna Educational Zone, held on March 09, 2019.
- Served as resource person at accounting seminar for G.C.E (A/L) Students of Thenmaradchy which was organised by Thenmaradchy Educational Zone held on October 30, 2020.
- Served as resource person on Business Organisation at the workshop on community catalyst for members of the community based organisations which was organized by UNDP and District Secretariat of Kilinochchi and Mullaitvu in collaboration with Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce held on September 09, 2012 in Mankulam
- Served as resource person on Fraud Management at the workshop on community catalyst for members of the community based organisations which was organized by UNDP and District Secretariat of Kilinochchi and Mullaitvu in collaboration with Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce held on September 16, 2012 in Mullaitivu
- Served as resource person on accounting standards for G.C.E (A/L) Students which was organised by St Johns College held on June 17, 2016.
Institutional Development
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- Contributor in developing Graduate Profile of Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) as requested by 68th Board of Study of BBM degree programme in 2018.
- Contributor in writing regulations of Bachelor of Business Management (BBM).
- Contributor in developing Graduate Profile of Bachelor of Business Administration Honours in Accounting
- Contributor in listing the International Journal of Accounting and Business Finance (IJABF) which is published by Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce into Australian Business Deans council as rated ‘C”
- Contributor in listing the International Journal of Accounting and Business Finance (IJABF) which is published by Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce into Sri Lanka Journals Online (SLJOL), National Science Foundation.
Teaching
Undergraduate Teaching
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Research Methodology in Accounting
- Public Sector Accounting
Inter-faculty Teaching
- Faculty of Engineering
- Marketing and Financial Management
- Project Management and Engineering Industry
- Faculty of Arts
- News Media Management 2014/2015
- Research Methodology 2018/2019 (Department of Law)
Postgraduate Teaching
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Education
- Master of Science in Environmental Management
Admin Roles
- Coordinator in Educational Technology, Staff Development Centre, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka (2017 – present)
- Editor of the International Journal of Accounting and Business Financial (IJABF) (2018 – present)
- Chairman of the Curriculum Development, Revision and Monitoring Committee, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (2021 – present)
Research & Publications
Journal
- Pratheepkanth.P., and Balaputhiran, S (2023). Corporate governance and corporate social responsibility disclosures: A comparative analysis between Australian and Sri Lankan markets, SMART Journal of Management Studies, 19(1), 98-110.
- Pratheepkanth, P., & Rajumesh, S. (2022). Does corporate governance matter for audit quality? evidence from Sri Lanka. Management and Accounting Review, 21(2), 191-210
- Pratheepkanth. P. (2022). National-Development-Level Effects on Capital-Budgeting Practices Comparative Study of Nature vs. Nurture, PSU Research Review, DOI: 10.1108/PRR-08-
2021-0043. - Pratheepkanth.P (2020). Audit committee attributes and firm performance: A case of Sri Lanka, Management & Accounting Review, 19(2), pp. 117-130
- Pratheepkanth.P., Velnampy.T and Balaputhiran.S (2020). Corporate governance, ownership structure and agency costs: evidence from Sri Lanka, Indonesian Management and Accounting Research, 19 (2), 123-134
- Sihlongonyane.C.C, Pratheepkanth. P and Kengatharan.L (2019). Impact of Corporate Governance Attributes on Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosure: The Study of South Africa and Sri Lanka, Accountancy Business and the Public Interest, 1(1), 20-36
- Pratheepkanth, P (2019). Audit Committee Characteristics on Intellectual Capital Disclosure: A Study of Sri Lanka. Accountancy Business and the Public Interest. 18(1), 81-96.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Ajanthan, A and Kengatharan,L (2019) Sri Lankan intellectual capital disclosure: An empirical analysis, Indonesian Management and Accounting Research, 18(1), 17-30.
- Premkanth, P., Man Dang., Darren Henry., Pratheepkanth, P., and Md.Al Mamun (2019). Does managerial ability matter for the choice of seasoned equity offerings? The North American Journal of Economics and Finance, 47(1), 442-460
- Selvam, V., Ashok, D., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2019). Awareness and perception of health issues among rural women. International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering. 7(5s), 12-17.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Balaputhiran, S. (2018). Corporate governance and financing decisions of Sri Lankan listed firms. North South Business Review, 9(1), 34-48
- Pratheepkanth, P (2018) Audit committee characteristics and earnings management: is there a link? International Journal of Accounting and Business Finance, 4(2), 28-36
- Pratheepkanth, P (2018) Is corporate governance and intellectual capital disclosure related? A Sri Lankan case, Journal of Business Studies, 5(2), 45-59
- Pratheepkanth, P., Velnampy, T., and Balaputhiran, S. (2018). An empirical analysis on capital budgeting models, uncertainty tools, cost of capital and firm performance: a comparison between Australia and Sri Lanka. European Journal of Applied Business and Management, 4(2), pp. 128-146.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Premkanth, P., (2018). Capital Budgeting Techniques in Sri Lanka: A Survey. Accounting Business and the Public Interest, 17(1), pp. 46-62
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2018). A Review of Capital Budgeting Practices: developed and developing country context. International Journal of Business and Technopreneurship, 8(2), pp. 193-206.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2016). Corporate Governance and Financial Performance: The Case of Australia and Sri Lanka. Global Review of Accounting and Finance, 7(1), 1-12.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2015). Capital Budgeting Practices in Australia and Sri Lanka: A comparative Study. Global Review of Accounting and Finance, 6(2), 16-30.
- Nimalathasan, B and Pratheepkanth, P. (2012). Systematic Risk Management and Profitability: A Case Study of Selected Financial Institutions in Sri Lanka. Global Journal of Management and Business Research, 12(17), 14-26.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Capital Structure and Financial Performance: Evidence from Selected Business Companies in Colombo Stock Exchange Sri Lanka, Researchers World – Journal of Arts Science & Commerce. II(2), 171-183.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Reward System and Its Impact on Employee Motivation in Commercial Bank of Sri Lanka. Global Journal of Management and Business Research. 11(4), 24-37.
- Pratheepkanth.P (2020). Working capital management and firm value in emerging markets: the case of Sri Lanka, Journal of Management (Accepted)
- Pratheepkanth.P (2020). Corporate governance and audit qualifications in Sri Lanka: Does corporate governance matter?, Sri Lankan Journal of Banking and Finance, 3(1), 1-9
- Tharsika. K and Pratheepkanth.P (2019). Macro-Economic Variables on Stock Market Performance: A Case of Sri Lanka, Journal of Business Economics, 1(2), 64-76
- Arulvel,K.K and Pratheepkanth,P (2018). Board governance and firm performance: the Sri Lankan case. Taylor’s Business Review, 7(2), 19-36.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Premkanth, P., (2018). A survey of capital budgeting techniques used by Australian firms. Taylor’s Business Review, 7(1), pp. 1-20.
- Velnampy, T., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2013). Corporate Governance and Firm Performance: A Study of Selected Listed Companies in Sri Lanka. European Journal of Commerce and Management Research. 2(6), 123-127.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Velnampy, T. (2012). Portfolio Structure and Performance: A Study on Selected Financial Organisation in Sri Lanka. Opinion: International Journal of Business Management, 2(2), 12-22.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Impact of Dividend Announcement on Share Price Movements: A Study of Milanka Companies in Colombo Stock Exchange. The Indian Journal of Commerce. 64(4), 7-16.
Peer-Reviewed National/International Conferences
- Pratheepkanth.P. (2021). Corporate governance and corporate social responsibility disclosures: Australian and Sri Lankan market, International Symposium of Rajarata University 2021, Research and Innovation towards Global Sustainability through Rural Empowerment, December 21-22, 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth.P. (2021). Determinants of board and audit committee meeting frequency: evidence from Sri Lanka, International Symposium of Rajarata University 2021, Research and Innovation towards Global Sustainability through Rural Empowerment, December 21-22, 2021, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). COVID-19 and stock market performance: evidences from Sri Lanka, 6th International Conference on Contemporary Management, Issues and Challenges of Sustainable Development: Fostering Resolutions towards Economic Resilience, April 29-30, 2021, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
- Udurawana.Y.M.W.G.P.K., Wanninayake.W.M.C.B., Laksiri W.M.R. and Pratheepkanth.P (2020). Tourists’ Destination Loyalty is leading for Perceived Sustainable Tourism (Reference to Tourists’ Cultural Destinations in Sri Lanka), 6th International Conference for Accounting Researchers and Educators, Reimagine business models with digitalization: role of an accountant in new normal, December 04, 2020, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
- Selvam, V, Asock,D., Pratheepkanth, P., and Rajalakshimi V (2019). Awareness on Akruti technology package for urban entrepreneurs in rural sector. One Day International Conference, PG & Research Department of Commerce, Islamiah College (Autonomous), ‘Entrepreneurship in Globalised Economy’, February 25, 2019, Vaniyambadi, Vellore District, Tamil Nadu.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2015). Effects of Board Structure on Firm Performance: A comparison between Australia and Sri Lanka. 4th Global Business and Finance Research Conference (May 25-27) (1-10). Marriott Hotel, Melbourne, Australia: World Business Institute.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2014). Capital Budgeting Practices in Developed and Emerging countries: Divergent or Convergent? International Business Research Conference (November 24-25) (1-17). Novotel Hotel, Sydney, Australia: World Business Institute.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Working Capital Management and Profitability: A Study of Trading Companies in Sri Lanka, Annual Research Conference 2010 (March 23), University of Jaffna Sri Lanka
- Lingesiya, Y., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Impact of capital structure on performance: a study on listed financial institutions in Sri Lanka, International Conference on Leading Beyond Horizon (ICLBH) (28-30, July), Annamalai University, India
- Velnampy, T., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Does Capital Structure “Cause” high Firm Value? Evidence from Selected Companies in Colombo Stock Exchange Sri Lanka, International Symposium on competency building strategies in business & technology (22-23, September), Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies, India.
- Velnampy, T., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Impact of Lending Decision on Organization Performance: A Study of Selected Financial Institutions in Sri Lanka, International Symposium on competency building strategies in business & technology (22-23, September), Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies, India.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2020). Firm characteristics and intellectual capital disclosure of Sri Lanka. 27th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA), ‘Empowering society through science and technology education. Jaffna, Sri Lanka: Jaffna Science Association’ September 22, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Arulvel.K.K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). Does board diversity affect corporate social responsibility in Sri Lanka?. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). A level of Internet financial reporting disclosure in Sri Lanka. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). Methodological choice: Research paradigm underpins. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2020). Board composition, ownership structure and firm performance: Sri Lankan evidence, 3rd National Research Symposium on Management, ‘Wisdom for sustainability’ August 20, 2020, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2020). Cash conversion cycle and financial performance of Sri Lankan firms, 3rd National Research Symposium on Management, ‘Wisdom for sustainability’ August 20, 2020, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Kengatharan,L (2019). Corporate Governance, Transparency and Performance: Sri Lankan evidence. 26th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA) ‘Quality life and sustainable development through green concept’ May 8-10, 2019, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P and Kengatharan,L (2019). Corporate governance and environmental reporting: A Sri Lankan study. 26th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA) ‘Quality life and sustainable development through green concept’ May 8-10, 2019, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Dang Man., Premkanth, P., Al Mamun Md., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2018). Managerial ability CEO duality and the choice of seasoned equity offerings, 5th Vietnam International Conference in Finance (VICIF-2018). June 28 -29, 2018, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Do Outside Independence Directors enhance Firm Performance? A Study of Sri Lanka. Wayamba International Conference (WinC – 2018) ‘Extending frontiers towards sustainable development goal’ August 24-25, 2018. Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Audit committee characteristics and firm performance: evidence from Sri Lanka. Wayamba International Conference (WinC – 2018) ‘Extending frontiers towards sustainable development goal’ August 24-25, 2018. Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Determinants of investment choice: a study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 02nd Annual Research Symposium in Management (ARSYM – 2018) May 11, 2018. The Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Premkanth, P (2018). Post-audit procedures in investment appraisal: a study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 02nd Annual Research Symposium in Management (ARSYM – 2018) May 11, 2018. The Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Intellectual Capital on Financial Performance: Sri Lankan Market. 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Do Female Directors Improve Firm Performance in Sri Lanka? 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Intellectual Capital Disclosure: A Study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Management Accounting Revolution: Developed and Developing Country. 20th International Conference on Accounting and Finance (March 22-23). WASET Singapore.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2017). Corporate Finance Practices in Sri Lanka: A Survey. Annual Research Session – 2017, Nurturing a Conducive Environment for Healthier Future (12th October). Eastern University Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2017). Corporate board attributes and profitability: A case of Australia Annual Research Symposium in Management, Exploring possibilities of Management through research excellence (16th June). Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2016). Development Level, Capital Budgeting Techniques, Cost of Capital and Firm Performance: From a Developed and Emerging Country Perspective. 2nd International Conference on Business Management and Economics (19-20th February). Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2015). Corporate capital budgeting practices: The Relative Influence of the Nature of the Firm and National-Development Level. AFAANZ Conference (July 5-7). Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania: Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand.
- Pratheepkanth, P (2014). Capital Budgeting Practices and Firm Performance: A Comparative Study of Australia and Sri Lanka. Federation University Australia’s Annual Research Conference (November 6) (8). Mt Helen, Ballarat, Australia: Federation University Australia.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Financial Leverage and Its Impact on Investment Decisions: A Study of Selected Trading Companies in Sri Lanka, First International Symposium on Post-War Economic Development through Science, Technology and Management (April 19), South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). The relationship of cash conversion cycle with firm size and profitability: a survey on manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka, First International Symposium on Post-War Economic Development through Science, Technology and Management (April 19), South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
Awards & Grants
- Awarded a gold medal for best research paper at Annual Research Conference (ARC) 2010, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
- Awarded Rs. 216,000.00 competitive University Research Grants – 2019, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
- Awarded Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) at University of Ballarat – Federation University Australia, 2013
- Awarded International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) at University of Ballarat – Federation University, Australia, 2013
Activities
Presentation
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2021). COVID-19 and stock market performance: evidences from Sri Lanka, 6th International Conference on Contemporary Management, Issues and Challenges of Sustainable Development: Fostering Resolutions towards Economic Resilience, April 29-30, 2021, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
- Udurawana.Y.M.W.G.P.K., Wanninayake.W.M.C.B., Laksiri W.M.R. and Pratheepkanth.P (2020). Tourists’ Destination Loyalty is leading for Perceived Sustainable Tourism (Reference to Tourists’ Cultural Destinations in Sri Lanka), 6th International Conference for Accounting Researchers and Educators, Reimagine business models with digitalization: role of an accountant in new normal, December 04, 2020, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
- Selvam, V, Asock,D., Pratheepkanth, P., and Rajalakshimi V (2019). Awareness on Akruti technology package for urban entrepreneurs in rural sector. One Day International Conference, PG & Research Department of Commerce, Islamiah College (Autonomous), ‘Entrepreneurship in Globalised Economy’, February 25, 2019, Vaniyambadi, Vellore District, Tamil Nadu.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2015). Effects of Board Structure on Firm Performance: A comparison between Australia and Sri Lanka. 4th Global Business and Finance Research Conference (May 25-27) (1-10). Marriott Hotel, Melbourne, Australia: World Business Institute.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2014). Capital Budgeting Practices in Developed and Emerging countries: Divergent or Convergent? International Business Research Conference (November 24-25) (1-17). Novotel Hotel, Sydney, Australia: World Business Institute.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Working Capital Management and Profitability: A Study of Trading Companies in Sri Lanka, Annual Research Conference 2010 (March 23), University of Jaffna Sri Lanka
- Lingesiya, Y., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Impact of capital structure on performance: a study on listed financial institutions in Sri Lanka, International Conference on Leading Beyond Horizon (ICLBH) (28-30, July), Annamalai University, India
- Velnampy, T., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Does Capital Structure “Cause” high Firm Value? Evidence from Selected Companies in Colombo Stock Exchange Sri Lanka, International Symposium on competency building strategies in business & technology (22-23, September), Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies, India.
- Velnampy, T., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Impact of Lending Decision on Organization Performance: A Study of Selected Financial Institutions in Sri Lanka, International Symposium on competency building strategies in business & technology (22-23, September), Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies, India.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2020). Firm characteristics and intellectual capital disclosure of Sri Lanka. 27th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA), ‘Empowering society through science and technology education. Jaffna, Sri Lanka: Jaffna Science Association’ September 22, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Arulvel.K.K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). Does board diversity affect corporate social responsibility in Sri Lanka?. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). A level of Internet financial reporting disclosure in Sri Lanka. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Tharsika,K and Pratheepkanth.P. (2020). Methodological choice: Research paradigm underpins. The 3rd Research Conference on Business Studies (RCBS-2020), Business Transformation: Merging the West and the East, Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: Faculty of Business Studies, Vavuniya Campus, October 26, 2020, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2020). Board composition, ownership structure and firm performance: Sri Lankan evidence, 3rd National Research Symposium on Management, ‘Wisdom for sustainability’ August 20, 2020, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2020). Cash conversion cycle and financial performance of Sri Lankan firms, 3rd National Research Symposium on Management, ‘Wisdom for sustainability’ August 20, 2020, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Kengatharan,L (2019). Corporate Governance, Transparency and Performance: Sri Lankan evidence. 26th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA) ‘Quality life and sustainable development through green concept’ May 8-10, 2019, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P and Kengatharan,L (2019). Corporate governance and environmental reporting: A Sri Lankan study. 26th Annual Scientific Sessions, Jaffna Science Association (JSA) ‘Quality life and sustainable development through green concept’ May 8-10, 2019, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Dang Man., Premkanth, P., Al Mamun Md., and Pratheepkanth, P. (2018). Managerial ability CEO duality and the choice of seasoned equity offerings, 5th Vietnam International Conference in Finance (VICIF-2018). June 28 -29, 2018, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Do Outside Independence Directors enhance Firm Performance? A Study of Sri Lanka. Wayamba International Conference (WinC – 2018) ‘Extending frontiers towards sustainable development goal’ August 24-25, 2018. Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Audit committee characteristics and firm performance: evidence from Sri Lanka. Wayamba International Conference (WinC – 2018) ‘Extending frontiers towards sustainable development goal’ August 24-25, 2018. Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Determinants of investment choice: a study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 02nd Annual Research Symposium in Management (ARSYM – 2018) May 11, 2018. The Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., and Premkanth, P (2018). Post-audit procedures in investment appraisal: a study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 02nd Annual Research Symposium in Management (ARSYM – 2018) May 11, 2018. The Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Intellectual Capital on Financial Performance: Sri Lankan Market. 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Do Female Directors Improve Firm Performance in Sri Lanka? 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Intellectual Capital Disclosure: A Study of Australia and Sri Lanka. 2nd International Research Symposium – IRSUWU2018, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25-26). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2018). Management Accounting Revolution: Developed and Developing Country. 20th International Conference on Accounting and Finance (March 22-23). WASET Singapore.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2017). Corporate Finance Practices in Sri Lanka: A Survey. Annual Research Session – 2017, Nurturing a Conducive Environment for Healthier Future (12th October). Eastern University Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., (2017). Corporate board attributes and profitability: A case of Australia Annual Research Symposium in Management, Exploring possibilities of Management through research excellence (16th June). Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2016). Development Level, Capital Budgeting Techniques, Cost of Capital and Firm Performance: From a Developed and Emerging Country Perspective. 2nd International Conference on Business Management and Economics (19-20th February). Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P., Hettihewa, S., and Wright, C. S. (2015). Corporate capital budgeting practices: The Relative Influence of the Nature of the Firm and National-Development Level. AFAANZ Conference (July 5-7). Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania: Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand.
- Pratheepkanth, P (2014). Capital Budgeting Practices and Firm Performance: A Comparative Study of Australia and Sri Lanka. Federation University Australia’s Annual Research Conference (November 6) (8). Mt Helen, Ballarat, Australia: Federation University Australia.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). Financial Leverage and Its Impact on Investment Decisions: A Study of Selected Trading Companies in Sri Lanka, First International Symposium on Post-War Economic Development through Science, Technology and Management (April 19), South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
- Pratheepkanth, P. (2011). The relationship of cash conversion cycle with firm size and profitability: a survey on manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka, First International Symposium on Post-War Economic Development through Science, Technology and Management (April 19), South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
Reviewer and Editorial activities
- Reviewer at the International Review of Financial Analysis, Elsevier
- Reviewers Panel at the 6thInterdisciplinary Conference of Management Researchers (ICMR) 2021 (December 6-7, 2021), Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
- Session Chair of the Economics, Accounting and Finance track (Track No 1) at the International Conference on Business Research – 2021 (December 03, 2021), University of Moratuwa Sri Lanka
- Reviewer at the International Conference on Business Research – 2021 (December 03, 2021), University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
- Reviewer at International Undergraduate Finance Research Conference – IUFRC 2021 (October 15, 2021) Sri Lanka Finance Association
- Panelist at International Undergraduate Finance Research Conference – IUFRC 2021 (October 15, 2021) Sri Lanka Finance Association
- General Board Member of the the Sri Lanka Finance AssociationTechnical Program Committee Member at 2ndInternational Conference on Accounting, Auditing and Finance (ICAAF 2022) (July 29-31, 2022), School of Management, Zhejiang University, China- UWA Business School, The University of Western Australia, Australia
- Editorial Advisory Board Member at the Management Decision, Emerald Group Publishing, North America
- Editor in Chief at the International Journal of Accounting and Business Finance (IJABF), Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce of the University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
- Editor of the Annual Report 2016 University of Jaffna Sri Lanka
- Reviewers Panel Member at the 1st Undergraduate Finance Research Conference (IUFRC) -2021, Promoting and Empowering Young Researchers in Finance (October 15, 2021). Sri Lanka Finance Association, Sri Lanka.
- Reviewers Panel Member at the the Vavuniya Campus International Research Symposium 2021 Human Empowerment through Research Symposium (October 15, 2021). University of Vavuniya, Sri Lanka.
- Reviewer at the International Journal of Business and Globalisation (IJBG), Inderscience Publishers
- Reviewer at the Global Business Review, SAGE
- Reviewer at the Botswana Journal of Business, University of Botswana, Botswana
- Reviewer at the Journal of Advances in Management Research, Emerald Group Publishing
- Reviewer at the Management Decision, Emerald Group Publishing
- Reviewer at the Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance, Elsevier
- Reviewer at the Botswana Journal of Business, University of Botswana, Botswana
- Reviewers Panel Member at the Wayamba International Conference, Extending Frontiers Towards Sustainable Development Goals (August 24-25, 2018). Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
- Reviewers Panel Member at the 2nd International Research Symposium, Emerging Technologies for an Innovative Green Economy (January 25 to 26, 2018). Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka
- Program Committee Member at the 8th Annual International Conference on Accounting and Finance (July 23-24, 2018), Hotel Fort Canning, Singapore
- International Scientific Committee Member at the 20th International Conference on Accounting and Finance (March 22-23, 2018), River View Hotel Singapore, Singapore
- Organising Committee Member at the International Conference on Business, Entrepreneurship and Economics (April 09-11, 2018), Dubai UAE
- Reviewers Panel at the 4th International Conference on Contemporary Management, Inspiring pledge for Sustainability over Challenge (July 25-26, 2017). Faculty of Management Studies & Commerce, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Action Committee Member at the 4th International Conference on Contemporary Management, Inspiring pledge for Sustainability over Challenge (July 25-26, 2017). Faculty of Management Studies & Commerce, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Editorial Member at the 4th International Conference on Contemporary Management, Inspiring pledge for Sustainability over Challenge (July 25-26, 2017). Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Reviewers Panel Member at the 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Management, Critical Solutions for Contemporary Management (June 28-29, 2017). Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Editorial Member at the 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Management, Critical Solutions for Contemporary Management (June 28-29, 2017). Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
- Committee Member at the Annual Research Conference-2010 (November 15, 2010), University of Jaffna Sri Lanka.