ABOUT ICOBI

ICOBI 2025 is the eighth International Conference on Business Innovation that will be held at NSBM Green University of Sri Lanka. ICOBI has been held annually since 2018, With a focus on impactful themes, the forum convenes annually to explore the intersection of business innovation and sustainable development.

PAST CONFERENCES

ICOBI 2018 - Business Resurgence & Green Living - 25th August 2018
ICOBI 2019 - Reviving Talent & Green Living - 22nd November 2019
ICOBI 2020 - COVID-19 Transcending Challenges, Recovery Measures and Resilience - 11th December 2020
ICOBI 2021 - Revitalizing the Economy through Sustainable Strategies - 26th November 2021
ICOBI 2022 - Accelerating Growth Towards SDG Accomplishment - 24th November 2022
ICOBI 2023 - Accelerating Societal Change Through Digital Transformation - 24th November 2023
ICOBI 2024 - Digital Resilience: Navigating the Global Business Landscape – 8th November 2024

CALL FOR PAPERS

NSBM Green University, Sri Lanka proudly presents the eighth International Conference on Business Innovation (ICOBI) under the theme: “Innovating for a Resilient Tomorrow: Redefining Business and Education Beyond Boundaries”. ICOBI 2025 will be held on 17 October 2025 at the university’s pictureque premises. This prestigious forum provides a shared platform for academics, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs – both local and international – united by a common interest in advancing the discourse on business innovation and higher education. It serves a sa space for the exchange and dissemination of knowledge, fostering collaboration and insights across various fields of study.

Theme: Innovating for Resilience: Redefining Business and Education Beyond Boundaries

CONFERENCE DATE

IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract Submission

30^th April 2025

Abstract Acceptance Notification

02^nd May 2025

Full Paper Submission

17^th May 2025

Full Paper Acceptance Notification

30^th June 2025

Final Paper Submission

15^th July 2025

Conference Date

17^th October 2025

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Prof. Pavithra Kailasapathy

Department of Human Resources Management Faculty of Management and Finance University of Colombo Sri Lanka.

Prof. Linda Bradley

Department of Education, Communication and Learning
University of Gothenburg
Sweden.

Professor Krzysztof Kubacki

Professor in Marketing and Society
Plymouth Business School (Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business)

PAPERS ARE INVITED IN

Economic Advancements and Business Analytics

Entrepreneurial Eco Systems and Innovations

Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Governance, Compliance and Legal Enforcements

Human Resource Management and Applications

Logistics and Supply Chain management

Manufacturing and Service Operations

Marketing and Branding

Media and Communication

Strategic Business Transformation and Project Development

Accounting and Finance

Global and Sustainable Business Management

Adaptive Learning and Education Practices

Technology Enhanced Language Learning

ADVISORY BOARD

Prof. Bharatha Dodankotuwa

Chief Advisor

Prof. Chaminda Rathnayake Deputy Vice Chancellor
NSBM Green University

Prof. Bharatha Dodankotuwa

Chief Advisor

Prof. Bharatha Dodankotuwa Head Academic Development and Quality Assurance
NSBM Green University

Programme Review Committee

Emeritus Prof Premachandra Athukorala,
Australian National University, Australia

Prof Henrik Hansson,
Stockholm University, Sweden

Prof Darshana Sedara,
Southern Cross University, Australia

Prof Sudath Amarasena
NSBM Green University

Dr Udara Sampath
NSBM Green University

Dr Damayanthi Dahanayake
NSBM Green University

Dr Nuwanthi Katuwawila
NSBM Green University

Dr Bhagya Deepachandi
NSBM Green University

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Dr. Piyumi Wickramasinghe

Conference Chair

Conference Chair
Dr. Piyumi Wickramasinghe

Mr. Shaja Musthaffa

Co Conference Chair

Co Conference Chair
Mr. Shaja Musthaffa

Mr. Venura Colombage

Co Conference Chair

Co Conference Chair
Mr. Venura Colombage

Ms Tharushi Hettiarachchi

Conference Secretary

Conference Secretary
Ms Tharushi Hettiarachchi

Ms Prabha Silva

Committee Member

Committee Member
Ms Prabha Silva

Ms Ms. Tharinsa Gamage

Committee Member

Committee Member
Ms Tharinsa Gamage

Ms Tharushi Aththanayake

Committee Member

Committee Member
Ms Tharushi Aththanayake

Mr Kulandaivel Sachin

Committee Member

Committee Member
Mr Kulandaivel Sachin

EDITORIAL BOARD

Dr. Piyumi Wickramasinghe

Conference Chair

Lead Editor
Dr. Piyumi Wickramasinghe

Ms Sashini Gayanika

Chief Editor

Associate Editor
Ms Sashini Gayanika

Ms Thilini De Silva

Chief Advisor

Editor
Ms Thilini De Silva

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

ICOBI 2024

ICOBI 2023 – VOLUME 1

ICOBI 2023 – VOLUME 2

ICOBI 2022

ICOBI 2021

ICOBI 2020

ICOBI 2019

ICOBI 2018

Service Classic

Service Corporate

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