Intake 40 students of the Department of Social Sciences visited the processing and manufacturing plants of Fonterra Brands Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd. in Kaduwela on the 27^th of September and 17^th of October 2023. The objective of this visit was for the students to receive an introduction and exposure to the field of management practices prior to their industrial training. Further, it will stimulate students to enhance their skills and talents before they step into the competitive world of work. The visit provided an opportunity for the students to observe the operations of the powder plant and liquid plant of one of the reputed dairy product manufacturers and exporters in Sri Lanka.

Senior HR Business Partner, Mr. Sajith Karunanayake, along with another representative from the Department of Safety and Compliances at Fonterra Brands Lanka, offered an overview of the company, including insights into logo creation, brand development, product lines, and safety protocols. Additionally, a video demonstration showcased the processing of the powder plant and the manufacturing process of the liquid plant prior to the factory visit. Moreover, technical experts from each plant dedicated time to furnish the students with in-depth explanations regarding the operations, production processes and quality measures of their respective departments.

This invaluable opportunity to witness the application of management theories learnt in the classroom in a practical setting has inspired a keen interest among students to enter the industry. The Department of Social Sciences extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Management team and the staff of Fonterra Brands Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd. in Kaduwela for their generous support and accommodation.