
Dr Asanka Gunasekara
Biography
I am a management academic with a passion for researching how organisations can achieve excellence through emotional intelligence, well-being, and mindfulness practices. My research is focused on helping organisations to develop ethical, inclusive and supportive workplaces that allow employees to thrive. I also research in the inclusion of skilled migrants in the workplace, as I believe diversity is a key driver of innovation and success. In my recent research, I have also explored the implications of technology on higher education. As technology continues to reshape our world, it is important for higher education institutions to adapt and evolve. I have conducted research on the impact of technology on teaching and learning, as well as the potential benefits and drawbacks of digital education.
I publsih in International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Employee Relations, Leadership and in various education journals. Within Swinburne Business school, I am the unit chair for Contemporary Management Priciples Unit . Prior to joining academia, I worked in the finance industry.
PhD candidate and honours supervision
Higher degrees by research
Accredited to supervise Masters & Doctoral students as Associate Supervisor.
Honours
Available to supervise honours students.
Fields of Research
- Organisation And Management Theory - 350709
- Organisational Behaviour - 350710
Awards
- 2022, Swinburne, 2022, Swinburne, School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship; Teaching Excellence Award (Individual), Swinburne University of Technology, Swinburne University of Technology
- 2019, Other, ECHO360 Academic Champion Award , ECHO360
Publications
Also published as: Gunasekara, Asanka; Gunasekara, A.; Gunasekara, A. N.; Gunasekara, Asanka N.
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Recent research grants awarded
- 2023: UAV based Precision Agriculture for Fresh Food Supply Chain in Infrastructureless Environment *; iMOVECRC
* Chief Investigator
Recent media
- 2022-11-26: Why the great regisgation and quiet quitting are nit just trends - The Saturday Age - The Lowdown
- 2022-11-25: Why the great resignation and quiet quitting are not just trends - The Age
- 2022-10-24: Do we spend too much time working? - Radio
- 2021-08-18: Sweeping victory, Great Expectations, and Mounting Challenges in Sri Lanka - Print (Critical Asian Studies)
- 2020-06-24: Hopes working from home the new normal - The Australian
- 2020-06-10: Flexible Work Day 2020 - ABC Radio Newcastle
- 2020-05-26: Hopes working from home the new normal - Daily Mail UK
- 2020-05-20: Recognise, Accept, Investigate, Negotiate: Lecturer on Adaptation to Remote Work Amid COVID Pandemic - Sputnik Radio UK
- 2020-03-06: Lived experiences of Sri Lankan female migrants in Australia - IWD 2020 - SBS Radio
- 2019-08-08: Migrants who adapt to Australian culture say they’re happier than those who don’t - Print