M. Farwis

M. Farwis is a Lecturer in Accountancy at South Eastern University of Sri Lanka, affiliated with the Accountancy and Finance department. His academic work spans multiple disciplines including corporate governance, education research, and human resource management, with a particular focus on the Sri Lankan context and emerging market perspectives.

His primary research interests include:

• Corporate Governance and Board Characteristics
• Gender Diversity in Corporate Boards
• Firm Performance Analysis
• Risk Management in Emerging Markets
• Online Learning and Educational Technology
• Job Satisfaction and Workplace Dynamics
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Marketing Communication and Brand Personality

Dr. Farwis has published extensively on corporate governance issues in Sri Lankan listed companies, examining how board composition affects firm performance and risk. His empirical work has demonstrated that firms with women directors tend to perform better than those without. During the pandemic, he conducted significant research on online learning challenges in higher education and employee job satisfaction across multiple sectors. His methodological approach primarily involves quantitative analysis of survey data and secondary financial information, with many studies utilizing panel data from 2010-2017 covering companies listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange.

His research portfolio shows consistent output across multiple domains, with publications appearing in international journals and conference proceedings between 2019 and 2022. His work provides valuable insights for regulators, corporate practitioners, and policymakers in Sri Lanka and similar emerging markets.