Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging paradigms in cross-border trade, foreign market entry strategies, and multinational enterprise governance in a post-pandemic economic environment
- Advance scholarly understanding of consumer behavior, cultural branding, and digital marketing innovation across diverse international markets
- Build collaborative research partnerships between academics, corporate strategists, and policy architects from multiple continents
- Critically assess the role of sustainability, ESG commitments, and ethical supply chain management in shaping global business competitiveness
- Showcase current empirical studies and theoretical models that redefine international marketing measurement and analytics
- Create a structured platform for early-career researchers to present original work and receive feedback from business scholars
Who Should Attend
Sessions suit economic development policymakers, marketing consultants, MBA students and business journalists alike.
- Academic researchers and university faculty specializing in international business, marketing, or global trade economics
- Corporate strategists and brand managers working within multinational or export-oriented organizations
- MBA and doctoral students seeking exposure to frontier research and professional networking opportunities
- Marketing consultants and market research professionals operating across transnational client portfolios
- Government trade officials and economic development policymakers engaged in international commerce promotion
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders navigating international market expansion and cross-cultural brand positioning
- Journalists, editors, and publishers covering global business, marketing technology, and trade affairs
Select Ticket Type
To accommodate the diverse backgrounds and needs of our community, the conference offers a range of ticket types, including early-bird rates, each priced to reflect the Mississauga 2026 experience. All listed registration fees are inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation budget with complete transparency. We invite you to review the options below and select the ticket type that best aligns with your professional goals and attendance preferences.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
Upon successful registration for the 2nd International Conference on International Business and Marketing, attendees may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter serves as documentary evidence of your acceptance and participation, providing embassies and consular offices with the institutional context needed to assess your travel application.
To initiate your invitation letter request, please ensure your registration fee has been completed and your submission or attendance status is confirmed. The secretariat typically processes and dispatches invitation letters within a specified number of business days, and all letters will carry official conference branding, the signatory’s credentials, and your personal registration reference number.
It is important to note that while the conference secretariat is pleased to provide official invitation letters to support your visa application process, the issuance of such a letter does not guarantee visa approval. Decisions regarding entry visas rest solely with the relevant immigration authorities of Canada, and applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process well in advance of the conference dates.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 2nd International Conference on International Business and Marketing
Scholars and practitioners are warmly encouraged to submit original manuscripts, case analyses, and conceptual frameworks that push the boundaries of international business and marketing knowledge ahead of the 2026 Mississauga conference. We welcome contributions spanning quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method approaches that address timely, globally relevant challenges in the field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Mississauga, Canada.
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Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 2nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Global Business Strategy and Planning, Cross-Border Partnerships and Alliances or Digital Branding Across Borders.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 2nd International Conference on International Business and Marketing is subjected to a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field. This process ensures that only work demonstrating scholarly merit, methodological soundness, and meaningful contribution to the field is accepted for presentation.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will receive a personalized certificate of excellence co-signed by the conference chairs and scientific committee, along with formal recognition across all official conference communications, social media channels, and the published proceedings
- Winning authors will be invited to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper for expedited review consideration in a partner journal affiliated with the conference, offering a distinguished pathway toward high-impact publication in the international business and marketing field
2nd International Conference on International Business and Marketing – August 11, 2026 – Mississauga, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 2nd International Conference on International Business and Marketing is an explicitly multidisciplinary event; submissions and registrations are welcomed from all academic disciplines and professional sectors whose work intersects meaningfully with international business, global marketing, trade policy, or related domains.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation until the organizing committee has issued formal written confirmation; attendees are advised to await this confirmation before making non-refundable travel or accommodation arrangements.
- The conference program encompasses numerous parallel sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses scheduled across multiple time slots; attendees acknowledge that it may not be possible to participate in every session, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust the program schedule, speakers, or session formats in response to unforeseen circumstances.