Dr. Don Galagedera

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Don Galagedera is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics at Monash University. His research interests encompass performance appraisal, data envelopment analysis, and network data envelopment analysis. Galagedera's work focuses on investment performance appraisal and asset pricing, where he employs methodologies from econometrics to enhance decision-making processes. With a notable academic footprint, he has contributed to various prominent journals and served as a peer reviewer for several publishing houses including Elsevier and Taylor & Francis. His commitment to education is evident through his teaching roles in courses such as ETF3480, ETF5480, and ETF5650, which delve into optimization skill sets crucial for aspiring business managers. Throughout his career, he has accumulated a wealth of knowledge in analytical frameworks and their applications in the financial sector. Galagedera continues to supervise students in areas related to data analysis and optimization, guiding next-generation scholars in their academic pursuits. His extensive publication record reflects an active engagement with both foundational and contemporary issues in the field of econometrics.

Research Interests

Courses

ETF3480 Optimisation ETF5480 Optimisation ETF5650 Business Optimisation Skills

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.