The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Club of University of Colombo is an exceptional student-run organization operating under the auspices of the Career Guidance Unit within the Faculty of Science and dedicated to guiding and supporting undergraduate students with aspirations of embarking on an entrepreneurial journey. Our club’s primary objective is to foster economic, environmental, and social development within our community and country through innovative initiatives and visionary entrepreneurs. By providing ambitious students with the opportunity to transform their dreams into reality, the EI club continues to soar toward unprecedented heights.
By joining our Entrepreneurship & Innovation Club at the University of Colombo, members can gain access to a wide array of valuable opportunities and benefits.

• Provide mentoring service
• Provide opportunities to work with companies
• Work for sustainability
• Collaborations with other clubs
• Friendly outings

• Meta+

Project Meta+ represents a pioneering initiative aimed at both educating and entertaining university students in Sri Lanka and presents in partnership with the Leo Club of University of Colombo Faculty of Science.
Meta+ 1.0 took place in 2022, with a focus on Digital Media Marketing. This exceptional event spanned two phases: first, a three-day online workshop series on Digital Media Marketing, enriched by insights from industry experts; and second, a multi-stage competition, where winners were rewarded with generous monetary prizes and valuable work experiences with a prestigious company.
Building upon the success of the previous year, Meta+ 2.0 was successfully conducted in 2023 as a three-phase event, aspiring to provide comprehensive knowledge on research to all participants. The first phase featured an online workshop series comprising three sessions, covering topics such as Introduction to Research, Commercializing Research Outcomes, and Guidance on Research Presentation and E-Poster Preparation. The second phase involved a supplementary video series uploaded to YouTube, guiding participants in selecting research topics aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the final phase, a thrilling three-round competition culminated in a grand finale, where winners were celebrated and rewarded with monetary prizes and recognition.
In 2022, META+ could achieve the 1st place in Most Innovative Project category and in 2023, Meta+ 2.0 could achieve the 1st runner-up position for the Most Innovative project category and the 2nd runner-up position for the Best Project for sustainable development goals category at Leo District 306A1 – AwardOne conference.

• Leave Only Footprints

“Leave Only Footprints" is a transformative event organized by the Corporate Social Responsibility Department of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Club. The primary objective of this initiative is to create a positive impact on the country while infusing an innovative approach. In 2022, the project took place at Brown’s Beach Negombo, focusing on the collection of plastic bottles for recycling. This noble endeavor was made possible through a valuable partnership with Plastic Cycle, an initiative of the renowned John Keells Group. The collected plastic bottles were directed to the recycling plant, contributing to environmental sustainability and responsible waste management.

• Convocation Project

The Convocation project is a thoughtful and customer-centric endeavor that caters specifically to the market needs of graduates. Recognizing the significance of this special day, the project offers a delightful selection of flower bouquets and cuddly teddy bears to commemorate the occasion.
By providing these celebratory items at a negotiable price, the Convocation project aims to bring joy and warmth to graduates during their momentous milestones. With a focus on meeting the desires of the customers, the project ensures that each graduate can find a perfect memento to mark their achievement.
This thoughtful initiative not only brings happiness to the graduates but also showcases the entrepreneurial spirit and understanding of market demands by the organizers.

• Know your IP Rights

“Know your IP Rights" is a groundbreaking project created in collaboration with MAS Holdings company, aimed at spreading awareness and understanding about the various aspects, regulations, and past scenarios pertaining to achieving success in the digital business platform. The project seeks to equip all enthusiasts with valuable insights into Intellectual Property (IP) rights and their crucial role in the digital landscape.
Through a series of three informative online sessions, the project covers three major themes essential for aspiring entrepreneurs and digital business enthusiasts; Introduction to IP, Entrepreneurial overview to IP and Overview of analytics and tools in IP.

• Personal Development Webinar Series

The Personal Development Webinar Series is an impactful collaboration with Brandix to nurture personal growth and professional development. This series comprises four highly informative sessions, each designed to empower innovative undergraduates with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in their personal and professional lives. Webinar series could cover the topics: Future workspace and employee expectations, Interview facing, Acing your presentation, and Personal branding.

• Visit our website: You can explore more about our club and its activities by visiting our website at https://stu.cmb.ac.lk/eiclub.
• Follow us on Social Media: Stay updated with our latest events, initiatives, and news by liking and following us on Facebook and Instagram.
• Get in touch via Email: For any inquiries or to get involved with our club, you can reach out to us via email at eiclubuoc@gmail.com.

We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community of entrepreneurial minds at the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Club of the University of Colombo!