Oxford College of Business (OCB), Sri Lanka’s leading private higher education institution, has been recognised among Sri Lanka’s Best Workplaces for Women 2025 by Great Place to Work®, reaffirming its deep-rooted commitment to gender equity, inclusive leadership, and a people-first organisational culture.

This prestigious recognition honours organisations that demonstrate exceptional practices in creating fair, empowering, and supportive workplaces for women, ensuring equal access to opportunities for growth, leadership, and professional development. OCB’s inclusion among this distinguished group reflects the institution’s sustained focus on building an environment where women thrive at every level.

Great Place to Work® evaluates organisations based on extensive employee feedback and rigorous cultural audits, measuring trust, equity, respect, and inclusivity. Oxford College of Business stood out for its strong representation of women in leadership and decision-making roles, progressive people policies, flexible work practices, and a workplace culture anchored in wellbeing and mutual respect.

Leadership Commitment to Inclusion and Equity

Commenting on the recognition, Malindu Ranasinghe, Director/CEO of Oxford College of Business, stated: “Being recognised among Sri Lanka’s Best Workplaces for Women is a meaningful affirmation of the values that define Oxford College of Business. We believe that true excellence is built on equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. Creating a workplace where women feel respected, empowered, and supported is not only a moral responsibility — it is essential to building a resilient and future-ready organisation. Above all, I give glory to God for His guidance in shaping a culture rooted in integrity, care, and purpose.”

Adding to this, Mrs. Lakshika De Silva, Director – Human Resources at Oxford College of Business, noted: “At Oxford College of Business, inclusion is intentional. We focus on creating systems that enable women to grow, lead, and succeed without compromise. From leadership development and mentoring to flexible work arrangements and wellbeing support, our people practices are designed to support women throughout every stage of their professional journey. This recognition affirms that our efforts are making a meaningful difference.”

Empowering Women to Lead and Succeed

Oxford College of Business continues to foster a workplace culture that prioritises diversity, psychological safety, and continuous learning. Women play a central role in shaping institutional strategy, driving innovation, and leading key academic, sustainability, and operational initiatives across the organisation.

This recognition further strengthens OCB’s reputation as an employer of choice and complements its broader achievements — including being named Sri Lanka’s Best Workplace for the 12th consecutive year, ranking among Asia’s Best Workplaces, and receiving multiple national and international awards for governance, sustainability, and integrated reporting excellence.

Setting the Standard in Higher Education

As Sri Lanka’s higher education sector continues to evolve, Oxford College of Business remains committed to setting benchmarks not only in academic excellence but also in workplace equity and social responsibility. The institution views gender inclusion as a strategic imperative that directly contributes to innovation, employee engagement, and long-term institutional success.

By creating an environment where women are empowered to lead with confidence and purpose, Oxford College of Business continues to demonstrate that great workplaces are built on trust, inclusion, and shared values.

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Oxford College of Business