The Department of Accountancy at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka has played a pioneering role in business education since the establishment of the University in 2001, being one of the earliest academic disciplines introduced. At present, the Department offers the B.Sc in Accountancy and Business Finance degree, designed to meet the evolving demands of the accounting and business environment. The degree program is structured into three key academic clusters – Accountancy, Business Finance, and Accounting Information Systems designed to provide students with a comprehensive and industry-relevant education.

The Department is strongly committed to delivering high-quality accounting education with a holistic approach to developing competent and ethical business professionals. Our academic staff comprise well-qualified scholars with doctoral training, relevant industry experience, and professional credentials in accountancy and related fields. They actively engage in research across diverse areas, including financial and management accounting, auditing, financial management, accounting education, taxation, and corporate governance.

Our teaching and learning practices emphasize strong theoretical foundations, professional competencies, and innovative pedagogical approaches. The accounting programs offered by the Department are accredited by leading professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), and the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (CMA). These accreditations enhance the professional recognition and career prospects of our graduates.

Graduates of the Department are well prepared to serve in managerial and professional capacities across a wide range of organizations, including accounting and auditing firms, financial institutions, corporate entities, government bodies, and non-profit organizations, both in Sri Lanka and beyond.