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About the Presenter — Dr. Suda Udaya

Academic Director, trainer and assessor, Registered Building Practitioner, industry consultant, entrepreneur, author and professional workshop facilitator with more than four decades of professional experience.

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Dr. Sudharshana Udayaratna (Dr. Suda Udaya)

Dr. Udaya's career combines substantial industry leadership with extensive experience in developing and delivering education and training programs that connect academic knowledge with practical workplace application, spanning manufacturing, construction, vocational education, academic development and professional training.

PhD, Vocational Education & Industry Leadership MBA, RMIT University MSc, RMIT University BTEC HND, De Montfort University (UK) Registered Building Practitioner, VIC — Unlimited Justice of the Peace, Victoria Accredited Life Coach

Academic Leadership

Dr. Udaya currently holds academic leadership responsibilities within the vocational and professional education sector, where his work includes academic governance, course development, training and assessment strategy, quality assurance, curriculum innovation and trainer development.

He has also worked as an academic consultant with Australian education and training organisations, including RMIT University and Chisholm Institute, teaching, researching, mentoring learners, and developing learning resources, assessment and training resources aligned with national standards.

Industry Background

From 2000 to 2017, Dr. Udaya founded and led the Udaya Group, a multidisciplinary design, engineering and construction organisation responsible for residential and commercial development activities. His responsibilities covered feasibility, design coordination, approvals, construction, procurement, financial management, contract administration, stakeholder management and project delivery — completing more than 450 multi-unit and apartment developments across Victoria, Australia.

Earlier in his career, he worked internationally as a Manufacturing Engineer and Project Manager across the UAE, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, including manufacturing operations associated with internationally recognised brands.

Author & Facilitator

Since 2016, Dr. Udaya has delivered professional development workshops focusing on leadership, resilience, personal growth and success, using interactive learning and real-world case studies.

  • Author, 100 Rules to Success in Life
  • Author, Victoria Builder Licence Handbook series
  • Facilitator of interactive, activity-based workshops since 2016

His facilitation philosophy: effective learning combines sound theory with practical experience, reflection, problem-solving and clearly defined actions participants can apply in the real world.

Milestones

Oct 2004Short-Term Goals
May 2007Medium-Term Goals
Sept 2019Long-Term Goals
Jul 2024Mitigation Strategies

Core Values

  • Dedication to personal growth and development
  • Practical, actionable guidance
  • Building confidence and resilience
  • Empowering individuals to achieve their goals
Working With Dr. Udaya

What You'll Experience

Interactive Workshops

Learn directly from Dr. Udaya, based on his acclaimed book "100 Rules to Success in Life."

Networking Opportunities

Meet fellow participants, share experiences, and build lasting connections.

One-on-One Coaching

Exclusive sessions to tailor advice to your personal journey.

Mindset & Wellness

Mindfulness activities, daily reflections, and techniques to promote wellbeing.

Bring These Workshops to Your Team

Enquire about public dates, in-house delivery, or a custom program for your organisation.

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