The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Business Studies, University of Vavuniya, organized a field visit on 5th February 2026 for the second-year students of the Honours Degree in Entrepreneurship as part of the Business Idea Generation course. The purpose of the visit was to provide students with practical exposure to real-world women-led entrepreneurial ventures. The visit was organized and guided by Professor S. Gunapalan and Ms. S. Sabarjah, Temporary Assistant Lecturer of the Department, with the participation of Mrs. Thevaka Satheeskumar, Senior Lecturer of the Department.
During the visit, students had the opportunity to observe three women-led enterprises in Vavuniya; Angel Creations, PJ Bag Manufacturing, and Neru Cake House which represent diverse sectors including handmade jewellery, eco-friendly bag manufacturing, and bakery production. This exposure enabled students to gain a comprehensive understanding of business operations, resource utilization, and entrepreneurial practices within real-world settings.The visit provided valuable insights into the significant role played by women entrepreneurs in promoting local economic development and supporting community livelihoods. Students were also able to identify key challenges faced by small-scale enterprises, such as limited access to capital, lack of advanced machinery, intense market competition, and various operational constraints. Furthermore, the observations highlighted how these challenges are effectively addressed through innovation, resilience, strategic use of social media, and continuous skill development.
In addition, the visit emphasized the importance of maintaining product quality, ensuring customer satisfaction, and adapting to evolving market conditions to achieve business sustainability and growth. Overall, the field visit served as a meaningful platform for students to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical experience, while enhancing their understanding of the contributions of small-scale enterprises towards income generation, employment creation, and women empowerment.
