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Guiding Tomorrow with Global Vision

LNBTI – Leadership represents the vision, innovation, and dedication behind Sri Lanka’s leading Japanese influenced IT university. Our distinguished leadership team brings together decades of expertise across international academia, the global IT industry, and cross cultural collaboration.

Rooted in excellence, innovation, and the Japanese Sri Lankan educational partnership, LNBTI – Leadership ensures that every decision strengthens our mission: to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to succeed in the global ICT arena.

With a forward looking approach, our leaders champion:

Innovation in education, aligning programs with international industry needs
Japanese values of discipline and professionalism, instilled in every student
Strong academic industry partnerships, creating pathways from classrooms to global careers

At LNBTI, our leadership team doesn’t just guide an institute – they shape a future ready generation of IT professionals who will lead confidently in Sri Lanka, Japan, and beyond.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mr. Kazuyuki Ikura

Chairman

Mr. Kazuyuki Ikura

Chairman

Mr. Kazuyuki Ikura has been serving as Chairman of Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI) since 2024 and is a key representative in the senior management of Metatechno Japan, bringing over two decades of experience in technology and leadership. Committed to fostering international collaboration, he has been a driving force behind initiatives connecting Japan and South Asia, playing an instrumental role in advancing high-quality IT education, forging industry partnerships, and promoting cultural exchange. His visionary leadership focuses on empowering youth through global learning opportunities and strengthening mutual understanding between Japan and Sri Lanka.

Mr. Dinesh Saparamadu

Deputy Chairman

Mr. Dinesh Saparamadu

Deputy Chairman

Mr. Dinesh Saparamadu is a pioneering Sri Lankan entrepreneur and technology visionary recognised for his contributions to the nation’s digital transformation. Also, as the founder and chairman of hSenid Group of Companies and PeoplesHR, he has been instrumental in advancing Sri Lanka’s IT and HR technology sectors globally. Passionate about innovation, education, and empowering youth, Mr. Saparamadu continues to champion initiatives that bridge technology, industry, and education to build a smarter, future-ready generation.

Mr. Koga Michio

Senior Advisor

Mr. Koga Michio

Senior Advisor

Mr. Koga Michiyo is a respected Japanese educationist and industry professional known for his dedication to strengthening Japan–Sri Lanka academic and cultural ties. With extensive experience in international collaboration and talent development, he has been a driving force in creating opportunities for students to gain global exposure and industry-relevant skills. His leadership reflects a deep commitment to nurturing cross-cultural understanding and fostering the next generation of globally minded professionals.

Mr. Masahiko Ueda

Director

Mr. Masahiko Ueda

Director

Mr. Masahiko Ueda is a distinguished Japanese academic and technologist with a strong commitment to advancing global education and innovation. With extensive experience in information technology and higher education, he has been a key advocate for fostering international partnerships, particularly between Japan and South Asia. Mr. Ueda’s vision centers on empowering students through practical, future-focused learning that bridges technology, culture, and global opportunity.

Mr. Saman Kumara

Director

Mr. Saman Kumara

Director

Mr. Saman Kumara is a dynamic and results-driven leader serving as a Director at hSenid Group of Companies and Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI) since inception. With a strong background in technology management, finance, and strategic operations, he plays a pivotal role in driving organizational growth, innovation, and financial sustainability. His leadership ensures operational excellence and strategic alignment across both corporate and academic environments. Mr. Kumara’s ability to bridge the business and education sectors fosters powerful synergies that create impactful learning ecosystems and contribute to strengthening Sri Lanka’s position in the global IT and knowledge economy.

Mr. Ravindra Perera

Director

Mr. Ravindra Perera

Director

Mr. Ravindra Perera is a visionary leader currently serving as a Director of Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI) since inception with a distinguished background previously as a Senior Systems Architect at Metatechno Japan. Combining deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, he has played a key role in technology operations and institutional growth. Mr. Perera has been instrumental in streamlining processes, enhancing academic quality, and driving operational excellence at LNBTI. His leadership reflects a strong commitment to advancing Japanese IT education in Sri Lanka, fostering global talent development, and building sustainable partnerships that bridge academia, industry, and international collaboration.

Vice Chancellor / President

Prof. Ananda Kumara

Vice Chancellor / President

Prof. Ananda Kumara

Vice Chancellor / President

Prof. Ananda Kumara (Ph.D., TokyoTech) is a distinguished educationist and technology visionary, currently serving as President/Vice Chancellor of Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI), Sri Lanka. He holds the title of Professor Emeritus at Meijo University, Japan, and is the President of the Japan Association for Global Competence Education (JAGCE). With a remarkable academic and leadership career, Prof. Kumara has previously served as the Founding Dean of the Faculty of Foreign Studies at Meijo University and as Deputy President of Suzuka International University, Japan. His work bridges global education and technology, emphasizing practical learning, cross-cultural collaboration, and the development of future-ready professionals. Prof. Kumara’s vision continues to drive innovation in higher education and nurture globally competent leaders.

ADVISORY Committee

Prof. W.D. Lakshman

Chairman ACM

Prof. K. P. Hewagamage

Academic Advisor

Prof. Manjula Sandirigama

External Senior Academic in ICT

Mr. Harsha Sanjeewa

Chief Technology Officer, hSenid Group

Department of Computing

Bhashini Wijewickrama

Head of Department of computing

Bhashini Wijewickrama

Head of Department of computing

Educational Qualifications:

MBA in MOT, University of Moratuwa
MSc in Applied Statistics, University of Colombo
BSc (General Degree in Physical Science), University of Colombo

Email:bhashini@edu.lnbti.lk

Sugandika Dunumalage

Senior Lecturer (Programme Coordinator - SE)

Sugandika Dunumalage

Senior Lecturer (Programme Coordinator - SE)

Educational Qualifications:

MBA, University of West London
B.Sc. (Hons) in Information Technology, University of Moratuwa
CIMA Passed Finalist, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK)

Email:sugandika@edu.lnbti.lk

Janith Perera

Senior Lecturer (Programme Coordinator - UoG)

Janith Perera

Senior Lecturer (Programme Coordinator - UoG)

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Information Security (Reading), University of Colombo
M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence, University of Moratuwa
BIT (Second Class Upper), University of Colombo
B.Sc. (Mathematics Special, First Class Hons.) in Physical Science, University of Peradeniya

Teaching Subjects:
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Advanced Database Systems
- Operating Systems
- AI and Data Science
- Information Security
- Web Programming
- Computer Networks
- Mathematics
- Multimedia

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, Embedded Systems and IoT, Information Security

Email:janithp@edu.lnbti.lk

Chandana Deshapriya

Lecturer

Chandana Deshapriya

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

M.Sc. in Applied Electronics, University of Colombo
B.Sc. (Hons) in Physical Science, University of Ruhuna

Teaching Subjects:
- Embedded Systems
- Systems Development Project
- Computer Networks and Security
- Internetworking
- Computer Architecture
- Physics
- Computer Fundamentals
- Essentials of ICT

Research Interests:
Embedded Systems and IoT, AI and Data Science, IT Innovations

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Robotics, Cultural Activities, Research

Email:chandana@edu.lnbti.lk

Sasandara Ranasingha

Lecturer

Sasandara Ranasingha

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

M.Sc. in Geoinformatics, University of Colombo
B.Sc. in Information Technology, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)

Teaching Subjects:
- System Analysis & Design
- Introduction to Software Programming
- Essentials of ICT
- Object-Oriented Modeling

Research Interests:
Educational Innovation and Collaboration

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Music, Dance, Yoga, Meditation, Research, Coding, Mentoring

Email:sasandara@edu.lnbti.lk

Geethika Senarathne

Lecturer

Geethika Senarathne

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Information Technology, University of Colombo
B.Sc. in Information Systems, University of Colombo

Teaching Subjects:
- Multimedia and Computer Graphics
- Fundamentals of Multimedia
- Database Systems
- Data and Databases
- Software Quality Assurance
- Software Engineering

Research Interests:
Educational Innovation and Collaboration, AI and Data Science, IT Innovations

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Music, Reading, Digital Media, Travel

Email:geethika@edu.lnbti.lk

Chobodi Padmaperuma

Lecturer

Chobodi Padmaperuma

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Computer Science, University of Colombo School of Computing
B.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Colombo School of Computing

Teaching Subjects:
- Software Engineering
- Requirements Engineering
- Software Process Improvements
- Technologies for Web Development
- Programming Methodologies
- Software Architecture & Design

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, Educational Innovation and Collaboration

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Music, Dance, Research, Digital Media, Cultural Activities

Email:chobodi@edu.lnbti.lk

Maheshika Dayananda

Lecturer

Maheshika Dayananda

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Information Technology (MIT), University of Colombo School of Computing
Bachelor of Science, University of Ruhuna

Teaching Subjects:
- Database Systems
- System Analysis & Design
- Technologies for Web Development
- Internetworking

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, Cryptocurrencies

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Yoga, Research, Gaming, Travel

Email:maheshika@edu.lnbti.lk

Nimali Hettiarachchi

Lecturer

Nimali Hettiarachchi

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Computer Science, University of Colombo
B.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Colombo, MCSSL

Teaching Subjects:
- Programming (C#, C, C++, Java)
- Software Testing and Quality Assurance
- Career Development
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Computer Fundamentals
- Programming Fundamentals

Research Interests:
Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, AI and Data Science, IT Innovations, Educational Innovation and Collaboration

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Drawing, Solving Puzzles, Problem Solving

Email:nimali.h@edu.lnbti.lk

Hansika Samanthi

Lecturer

Hansika Samanthi

Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

M.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (Reading)
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Applied Sciences (Extended Year in ICT), University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka

Teaching Subjects:
- Programming Methodologies
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Object-Oriented Modeling and Development
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Advanced Database Systems

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, IT Innovations

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Drawing, Painting, Crafts, Research, Coding

Email:hansika@edu.lnbti.lk

S. M. Sudeshi Senrathne

Assistant Lecturer

S. M. Sudeshi Senrathne

Assistant Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Science in Software Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technologies of China
B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Java Institute for Advanced Technology

Teaching Subjects:
- Web Programming
- Mobile Development
- Computer Fundamentals
- Object-Oriented Programming

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, IT Innovations, Embedded Systems and IoT

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Gaming, Travel

Email:sudeshi@edu.lnbti.lk

Nimna Kanangama

Assistant Lecturer

Nimna Kanangama

Assistant Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

M.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Peradeniya (Reading)
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science, University of Jaffna

Teaching Subjects:
- Mathematics I for COM
- Mathematics II for COM
- Mathematics II for SE
- Statistics I for SE
- Computer Fundamentals

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Crafting, Meditation, Gaming, Research, Travel

Email:nimna@edu.lnbti.lk

Nadumi Sellahewa

Assistant Lecturer

Nadumi Sellahewa

Assistant Lecturer

Educational Qualifications:

Master in Information Systems Management, University of Colombo (Reading)
B.Sc. (Business Information Technology) Special Degree, University of Rajarata

Teaching Subjects:
- Business Intelligence (BI)
- Internet and Web Development
- Essentials of ICT (EICT)
- Operating Systems (OS)

Research Interests:
IT Innovations, Educational Innovation and Collaboration, AI and Data Science

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Research, Web/App Design, Travel

Email:nadumi@edu.lnbti.lk

Adithya Perera

Instructor

Adithya Perera

Instructor

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Teaching English as a Second Language
Japanese Language Proficiency Test – N4, N5 Level

Teaching Subjects:
- English Language
- Communication Skills
- Technical Writing

Research Interests:
Educational Innovation and Collaboration

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Language Learning, Volunteering

Email:adithya@edu.lnbti.lk

D. B. Mewan Jayathilake

Instructor

D. B. Mewan Jayathilake

Instructor

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Information Technology, University of Colombo (Reading)
B.Sc. (Hons Second Class Upper) in Software Engineering, University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Teaching Subjects:
- Web Programming
- Database Systems (Basic to Advanced)
- IoT
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Information Security Systems
- Machine Learning
- Digital Marketing

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science, IT Innovations, Educational Innovation and Collaboration, Embedded Systems and IoT

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Drama, Hiking, Debates, Web/App Design, Travel

Email:mewan@edu.lnbti.lk

Vishmila Kannangara

Instructor

Vishmila Kannangara

Instructor

Educational Qualifications:

B.Sc. (Hons) Special Degree in Mathematics, University of Ruhuna
Bachelor of Information Technology, University of Colombo (Following)
Diploma in Human Resources Management, Infinity Business School

Teaching Subjects:
- Mathematics I for COM
- Mathematics II for COM
- Mathematics III for COM
- Mathematics III for SE
- Foundation Mathematics
- Mathematics for ICT

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Dance, Meditation, Research, Gaming, Travel

Email:vishmila@edu.lnbti.lk

Ridmi Wimalasiri

Instructor

Ridmi Wimalasiri

Instructor

Educational Qualifications:

B.Sc. (Hons) in Information Technology, SLIIT (Special)

Teaching Subjects:
- Mathematics for ICT
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Programming Fundamentals
- Introduction to Systems Development
- Data and Databases

Research Interests:
AI and Data Science

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Drawing, Dance, Music

Email:ridmi@edu.lnbti.lk

Tharushi Jayawardana

Instructor

Tharushi Jayawardana

Instructor

Email:tharushi@edu.lnbti.lk

Department of Language Studies

Toshiyuki Sadoi

Head of Department of Language Studies

Toshiyuki Sadoi

Head of Department of Language Studies

Educational Qualifications:

M.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Washington University (St. Louis, USA)
B.E. in Agricultural Mechanical Engineering, Kyoto University
Lecturer in Japanese Language & Engineering (Myanmar Universities)
Engine Designing Department and Procurement Office, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education

Email:toshi@edu.lnbti.lk

Dr. Manjula Wanninayaka

Senior Lecturer - Japanese Language

Dr. Manjula Wanninayaka

Senior Lecturer - Japanese Language

Educational Qualifications:

Ph.D. (Sociology), Kansai University, Japan
M.Sc. (Human Resource Management and Development), University of Salford, UK
M.A. (Sociology), Kansai University, Japan
LL.B. (OUSL) – Undergraduate
B.Sc. Business Management (Special), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Passed Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 (JLPT – N1)
Japanese Language and Culture Program, Ryukoku University, Japan
Certified Advanced Social Researcher (Japanese Association for Social Research)
National Diploma in Training and Human Resource Development (CIPM – Sri Lanka)

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education

Email:manjula.w@edu.lnbti.lk

Naoko Koizumi

Lecturer - Japanese Language

Naoko Koizumi

Lecturer - Japanese Language

Educational Qualifications & Certifications:

Registered Japanese Teacher
B.A. in Sociology, Faculty of Letters, Konan University
Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test
420-Hour Japanese Language Teacher Training Course
Simplified Japanese Training Course
Indonesian Language Proficiency Test (Level C)

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
History, Cultural Activities

Email:naoko@edu.lnbti.lk

Dulani Wijewardana

Lecturer - Japanese Language

Dulani Wijewardana

Lecturer - Japanese Language

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Arts in Japanese Studies (Reading), University of Colombo
Bachelor of Arts, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Author of HARUAKI Japanese Language Book Series

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Meditation, Philosophy

Email:Dulani@edu.lnbti.lk

W.M. Dinushi Wanasinghe

Assistant Lecturer - Japanese Language

W.M. Dinushi Wanasinghe

Assistant Lecturer - Japanese Language

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts Special Degree (Second Class Upper Division) in Japanese Language, Sabaragamuwa University

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Crafts

Email:dinushi@edu.lnbti.lk

M. Shilpa Devindi Cooray

Assistant Lecturer (Japanese Language) & Legal Affairs Officer

M. Shilpa Devindi Cooray

Assistant Lecturer (Japanese Language) & Legal Affairs Officer

Educational Qualifications:

Master of Arts (MA) in Japanese Studies, University of Colombo (Reading)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Faculty of Law, University of Colombo (Second Class Upper Division)
Diploma in Japanese Language, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Passed Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 (JLPT – N1)
Attorney-at-Law, Commissioner for Oaths, Company Secretary, Notary Public
Japanese Language Instructor, Department of Official Languages Sworn Translator (Sinhala/English)

Teaching Subjects:
Japanese Language

Research Interests:
Japanese Language, Culture, and Education
Law and Legal Studies

Hobbies & Personal Interests:
Learning Foreign Languages, Exploring Japanese History & Culture, Social Work, Reading, Travelling, Philosophy