Access Real Estate – University of Sri Jayewardenepura Collaboration to Inspire Youth in Real Estate Education

Strengthening its commitment to advancing academic and practical knowledge in Sri Lanka’s real estate sector, Access Real Estate has formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

This strategic partnership aims to enhance the capabilities of undergraduate students by providing them with valuable opportunities to engage in industry-aligned initiatives, ensuring that they are well-prepared to contribute effectively to the profession.

Commenting on the collaboration, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Access Real Estate stated:

“We believe this partnership will expand industry knowledge and help produce graduates who are ready to seamlessly integrate into the real estate sector—benefiting both the industry and the organizations that recruit these young professionals.”

The MoU signing ceremony was held in the presence of Snr. Prof. Pathmalal M. Manage, Vice Chancellor of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura; Prof. Dushan Jayawickrama, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce; Prof. Prathap Kaluthanthri, Head, Department of Estate Management and Valuation; Snr. Prof. Chair R.G. Ariyawansa; Snr. Prof. (Mrs.) K.G.P.K. Weerakoon; Prof. (Mrs.) N.C. Wickramaarachchi; and Mrs. Yasheema Kumuduni, Lecturer in the Department.

Representing Access Real Estate were Mr. Prasanna Dissanayake, Group Finance Director; Mr. Mangala Perera, Chief Operating Officer; Mr. Shirantha Thanthrige, Group Head of HR; and Mr. Sampath Rajapaksha, Senior Manager -Valuations.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Access Real Estate while also strengthening the Department of Estate Management and Valuation in its mission to nurture the next generation of real estate professionals, contributing to the sustainable development of Sri Lanka’s real estate industry through continued academic–industry engagement.