UNDERGRADUATES' INTENTION TOWARDS ENTREPRENEURSHIP: EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE FROM SRI LANKA

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. 105-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. A. P. SAMANTHA KUMARA
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Entrepreneurial Intention ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Self Employment ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Gender Impacts ◽  
Modest Correlation

This study attempted to examine entrepreneurial intention of Sri Lankan undergraduates. The undergraduates' entrepreneurial intention was examined with entrepreneurial belief and attitude towards self-employment. Accordingly, it was rationalized that entrepreneurial intention is influenced by entrepreneurial belief and attitude towards self employment. Gender impacts on these three aspects were also examined. The study sample consisted of 149 management undergraduates of one of the leading universities in Sri Lanka and data were collected through the administration of a formal questionnaire. The results revealed that undergraduates' entrepreneurial belief, attitude towards self-employment and entrepreneurial intention were moderately positive; there were statistically significant positive modest correlation between entrepreneurial belief and entrepreneurial intention, and between attitude towards self-employment and entrepreneurial intention. Moreover, there was no significant impact of gender on entrepreneurial belief and attitude towards self-employment. However, it was found that there existed significant difference between male and female undergraduates in terms of their entrepreneurial intention.

scholarly journals Wagner's Law in Sri Lanka: An Econometric Analysis

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mayandy Kesavarajah
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Public Expenditure ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Annual Data ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Wagner’S Law ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Wagner's Law

This study examines whether there is empirical evidence that Wagner's law holds in the Sri Lankan economy using time series annual data over the period from 1960 to 2010 for Sri Lanka, applying cointegration and error correction modeling (ECM) techniques. In particular, this study keeps a special focus to examine the validity of six versions of Wagner's hypothesis, which support the existence of long-run relationship between public expenditure and economic growth. The empirical evidence of this study indicates that while there prevail is a short-run relationship between public expenditure and economic growth, the long-run results showed no strong evidence in support of the validity of the Wagner’s law for Sri Lankan economy. Granger causality analysis also confirms this result. Therefore, the findings of this study pave to broaden this study further for a deeper understanding about the relationship between public expenditure and economic growth by giving more attention on individual items of public expenditure and by including more macroeconomic variables in the econometric model using different methodology in future.

scholarly journals IMPACT OF LAND SIZE ON PRODUCTIVITY, INCOME AND PROFITS FROM PEPPER CULTIVATION IN SRI LANKA

AGROFOR ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ponniah SIVARAJAH ◽  
Randima WICKRAMASINGHE
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Domestic Consumption ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Cost Of Production ◽  
Land Size ◽  
Large Farms ◽  
Poor Management

Pepper is an important spice crop grown in Matale District of Sri Lanka, forexports and domestic consumption. Varieties of pepper grown are Sri Lankan localvariety and ‘Panniyur’. Pepper production had shown variations over the years dueto poor management and low productivity. This study analyzed and compared theproduction levels and costs, income and profitability of pepper cultivation amongsmall and large scale pepper farmers. A stratified random sample of 120 farmers,consisting of 76 small famers (<5 acre farms) and 44 large farmers (>5 acre farms)were selected for study. A pre-tested questionnaire was used for data collection.Descriptive statistics and mean comparisons were performed. The average extentof land under pepper cultivation was significantly different (P<0.01) with 3.49acres for small farms and 8.85 acres for large farms, and 66% of lands were underlocal pepper varieties. Fertilizer was the only input applied by both group offarmers. The mean yield of pepper was 636 kgs and 560 kgs per acre for small andlarge farms respectively and did not differ significantly. Mean comparison showedthat there was a significant difference (P<0.01) in cost of production, income frompepper sales and profits from pepper between small and large farmers. There wereno significant differences in farm gate prices received for raw and processedpepper by small and large scale farmers. It can be concluded that there issignificant differences between small and large scale pepper farmers in the extentcultivated, incomes received, cost of production and profits earned, while there isno differences in the prices received for raw and processed pepper.

Economic Empowerment through Self-employment Initiatives: A Group Work Experience based on a Sri Lankan Village

Groupwork ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 94-113
Author(s):  
Shamila Sivakumaran ◽  
Jeevasuthan Subramaniam
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Mutual Support ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Rural Village ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Self Employment ◽  
Home Gardening

This article looks into the application of groupwork in Sri Lanka with a group of women-headed households (WHHs) to empower them and promote a sustainable economic development through self-employment initiatives. This particular groupwork was carried out in an underprivileged rural village, in Sri Lanka. Participants were divided into three groups based on their interest in the following livelihood activities; home gardening, tailoring and handloom work. They were facilitated with different activities for the period of six months. The significant changes were; improved skills in selected area, leadership and team work, documentation, mutual support, internal harmony among the community members, marketing skill and self-confidence.

scholarly journals Examining the competitiveness of banking sector in Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 320-327
Author(s):  
Champika Liyanagamage
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Price Competition ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Temporal Dynamics ◽  
Financial Sector ◽  
Commercial Banking ◽  
Foreign Banks ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Interest Rate

The banking sector in Sri Lanka has been portrayed by significant changes in the past few decades. It is widely perceived that competition in the Sri Lankan banking sector has improved since the introduction of the financial sector reforms in the 1990s. By applying Panzar-Rosse (PR) approach to test the degree of competitiveness, this paper assesses the validity of this claim in the context of the Sri Lankan banking sector during 1996-2018. The sample covers a broader set of bank-level panel data of the whole commercial banking sector which comprised of 25 licensed commercial banks. The EGLS procedure applied in this study revealed that during the stated period, the Sri Lankan banking sector had been moderately competitive.  Further analysis also disclosed that there is no significant difference between the state-owned banks and private banks regarding their degree of competitiveness, as well as their temporal dynamics. Another striking observation revealed in this analysis is the lower level of competitiveness among foreign banks compared to the competitiveness of local banks. The Competitiveness of the Sri Lankan banking sector however is characterized by non-price competition, as on many occasions the interest rate depends on government policies. Hence, this study provides new insight into the nature of financial sector competitiveness in underdeveloped countries. The outcome of the research implies the necessity of attempts of all banks towards re-aligning their strategies to attract and retain customers. This would be the major challenge that banks face in accomplishing a higher level of competition in the banking industry in the future.   

scholarly journals Prevalence of Headaches Among Undergraduates in Sri Lanka: Cross-Sectional Analysis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
H.B.C.M Premarathna ◽  
J.S. Madushani ◽  
T.M.I.U.K Tennakoon ◽  
Thilini Sudeshika
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Mental Fatigue ◽  
Computer Work ◽  
Ethical Review ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Trigger Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sleep Behavior ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Background: Headache is one of the common health problems in the world which can be frequently seen among undergraduates. The current research was mainly focused to explore the prevalence of headaches among undergraduates in Sri Lanka.Method: This cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted among undergraduates of five Sri Lankan universities including various disciplines from science to non- science. A purposive sample of undergraduates was recruited to complete a self-administered questionnaire after obtaining their consent. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS v25 IBM, New York, USA) and the significant differences among variables were assessed by using Chi-square test. Ethical approval was obtained from the Ethical Review committee of Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.Results: The majority of respondents were males (51%, n=146) and who were following science courses (55%, n=158). Undergraduates (76%, n=218) had experienced headache. Common trigger factors were stress related to work (72%, n=171), mental fatigue (54%, n=129), and sleeplessness (33%, n=79). Undergraduates 43% (n=123) who perceived the experience of headache sought the treatments. Usage of non-prescribed medication was significantly high (73, n=90) among them. There was a statistically significant difference between the occurrence of headache for non-science students with the participation for lectures (p=0.021); health status with the academic year (p=0.00); perceived current headache problem with gender (p=0.03) and the avoidance in participating lectures with academic years (p=0.006). Conclusions: It can be concluded that most undergraduates in Sri Lankan universities have been affected by headaches. Stress-related to work, Irregular sleep behavior, mental fatigue and prolonged computer work were the most common trigger factors for headaches among undergraduates in Sri Lanka.

scholarly journals Foreign Missions’ Role in Promoting International Trade: Empirical Evidence of Sri Lankan Foreign Missions Promoting Electronic Exports in Germany

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 173
Author(s):  
R. T. Vidyaratne ◽  
E.A.G. Sumanasiri
Keyword(s):  
International Trade ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Foreign Missions ◽  
Potential Growth ◽  
Foreign Mission ◽  
Trade Promotion

Foreign missions have been the pillars of trade promotion and in particular, of export and export-oriented investment. In Sri Lanka, the potentiality in export promotion to Germany is immense. However, it is discernible that there is no coordinated effort in promoting trade in Sri Lanka by foreign missions. Therefore, this research examines the role of foreign missions in promoting international trade between Sri Lanka and Germany especially focusing on Electrical and Electronic Sector. The case study is based on the empirical evidence of Sri Lankan foreign missions promoting electrical and electronic exports in Germany. Potential growth-enhancing factors will benefit from increased global economic integration through trade promotion activities undertaken by the host country and the foreign mission. A qualitative methodology was used to understand the stakeholder perspective of the role of foreign missions. Analysis of data collected through semi-structured interviews (13) derived the results that trade fairs and Business to Business meetings as the most effective trade promotion activities. Findings of the study confirms six (6) vital roles of a foreign mission which are internalizing industries, promoting, business intelligence, stakeholder communication, building strategic relationships and inter-governmental engagement respectively. The paper points out managerial and policy implications such as pro-activeness of the head of foreign missions and strategic and trustworthy relationships between the countries. The study concludes that the activities carried out by the Sri Lankan Foreign Mission in Germany does not satisfy the exporters&rsquo; expectations and requirements. Further this study recommendations are provided to both German and Sri Lankan Governments and foreign missions.

scholarly journals What Are the Headwaters of Formal Savings? Experimental Evidence from Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 86 (6) ◽  
pp. 2491-2529
Author(s):  
Michael Callen ◽  
Suresh de Mel ◽  
Craig McIntosh ◽  
Christopher Woodruff
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Experimental Evidence ◽  
High Frequency ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Rapid Expansion ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Panel Survey ◽  
Savings Accounts ◽  
Self Employment ◽  
Point Of Service

Abstract The world’s poor are seeing a rapid expansion in access to formal savings accounts. What is the source of savings when households are connected to a formal account? We combine a high-frequency panel survey spanning two and a half years with an experiment in which a Sri Lankan bank used mobile Point-of-Service (POS) terminals to collect deposits directly from households each week. We find that the headwaters of formal savings lie in sacrificed leisure time: households work more, and improved savings options generate an increase in labour effort in both self-employment and in the wage market. The results suggest that the labour allocation channel is an important mechanism linking savings opportunities to income.

scholarly journals The Silent Victims of Sexual Violence during War: Evidence from a List Experiment in Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 63 (9) ◽  
pp. 2015-2042 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Traunmüller ◽  
Sara Kijewski ◽  
Markus Freitag
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Experimental Evidence ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Representative Survey ◽  
Rebel Groups ◽  
List Experiment

Sexual violence is believed to be widespread during war. Yet empirical evidence concerning its prevalence is often limited. Victims, out of feelings of shame or fear, underreport this form of violence. We tackle this problem by administering a list experiment in a representative survey in Sri Lanka, which is only recently recovering from an ethnic civil war between Sinhalese and Tamils. This unobtrusive method reveals that around 13 percent of the Sri Lankan population has personally experienced sexual assault during the war—a prevalence ten times higher than elicited by direct questioning. We also identify vulnerable groups: Tamils who have collaborated with rebel groups and the male-displaced population suspected of collaboration with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam. Our experimental evidence thus lends support to reports on the asymmetric use of sexual violence by government forces, qualifies conventional wisdom on sexual violence during war, and has important implications for policy.

scholarly journals Relative Profitability of Multinational Enterprises in a Developing Host Country: The Sri Lankan Experience

1995 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-79
Author(s):  
Hema Wijewardena
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Host Country ◽  
Multinational Enterprises ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Relative Profitability

Empirical evidence on the profitability of multinational enterprises vis-a-vis local finns in developing countries appears to be sparse and contradictory. This paper attempts to shed some light on this aspect through an analysis of the balance sheet data of a sample of manufacturing finns in Sri Lanka. The analysis does not support the generally-held view that multinational enterprises are more profitable than their local counterparts. It suggests that profitability cannot be explained by either origin (MNF/local finn) or sector, or age.

SENSITIVITAS ETIS MAHASISWA ATAS PENGGELAPAN PAJAK

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 178-195
Author(s):  
Nurma Risa
Keyword(s):  
Tax Evasion ◽  
Female Students ◽  
T Test ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Political Sciences ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Subject ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Management Students

This study aims to prove that there is a difference of perception about ethics on tax evasion in UNISMA Bekasi students, based on selected study program and gender. The sample of this research is the students who have fulfilled the subject of taxation, at the Faculty of Economics (FE) and Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP). Using independent t-test, the results showed that there was no significant difference of perception about tax evasion ethics between FE and FISIP students. But significant differences the perception of tax evasion ethics occur between accounting and management students at FE. Significant differences also did not occur between male and female students

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