Conference Objectives
- Examine current strategic management frameworks driving organizational resilience in volatile global markets
- Encourage cross-disciplinary dialogue between academia, industry practitioners, and policy architects
- Showcase empirical and theoretical research advancing the frontiers of long-range planning and competitive strategy
- Cultivate an international network of scholars and executives committed to elevating strategic thinking worldwide
- Challenge conventional planning orthodoxies by spotlighting disruptive innovations and adaptive leadership models
- Translate conference insights into practical tools that participants can deploy immediately within their organizations
Who Should Attend
Among those attending are corporate strategists, postgraduate students, government policy analysts and non-profit directors.
- Corporate strategists and C-suite executives overseeing organizational growth and long-term planning
- Academic researchers and university faculty specializing in management science and strategic studies
- Government policy analysts and public-sector planners developing national and regional strategy
- Management consultants advising firms on competitive positioning and transformation agendas
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students pursuing research in strategic management disciplines
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building scalable business models in competitive environments
- Non-profit leaders and NGO directors aligning mission-driven strategies with resource constraints
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto, 2026 is structured around a set of ticket categories to accommodate the diverse needs of our global delegate community. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what you pay, with no hidden charges at checkout. We encourage you to review the available options and select the ticket type that best aligns with your professional goals and participation 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 completing your registration for the 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto, Canada, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements. This letter confirms your accepted participation status and is issued on conference letterhead, providing the documentation commonly required by employers, institutions, or funding bodies when seeking travel authorization or financial sponsorship.
To receive your invitation letter promptly, please ensure that your registration payment is fully processed and that all required participant details have been accurately submitted through the conference portal. The organizing secretariat endeavors to dispatch invitation letters within a reasonable processing window, and delegates are encouraged to initiate their requests well in advance of any applicable visa or travel grant application deadlines.
Please note that while the conference invitation letter serves as formal evidence of your acceptance and registration, it is issued solely for facilitation purposes and does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. Immigration decisions rest entirely with the relevant Canadian governmental authorities, and all delegates are responsible for meeting the visa and entry requirements applicable to their nationality and personal circumstances.
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 – 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
We warmly invite scholars, practitioners, and innovators worldwide to submit their original research contributions to the 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto, 2026. Whether your work advances theoretical models or delivers evidence-based insights from the field, this forum offers the visibility and scholarly dialogue your research deserves.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, 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 10th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Corporate Strategy and Strategic Growth, Leadership Development for Strategic Roles or Industry Analysis and Competitive Forces.
| 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 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field. This scholarly vetting ensures that only contributions meeting the highest standards of methodological integrity and academic originality are accepted for presentation and publication.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a certificate of excellence and a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the conference, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field of strategic management and planning.
- Winning authors will be prominently featured across the conference’s official digital platforms, partner journal announcements, and post-event publications, amplifying their research to a global audience of academics, executives, and policy leaders within the strategic management community.
10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – October 14, 2026 – Toronto, 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 10th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning embraces a multidisciplinary ethos, welcoming research and perspectives that intersect strategic management with fields such as organizational behavior, public policy, technology management, economics, and sustainability science.
- Successful submission of an abstract or paper does not constitute confirmed attendance at the conference; presenters and delegates must complete official registration and payment procedures to secure their place and be included in the final program.
- The conference agenda, including keynote sessions, parallel tracks, and workshop timings, is subject to refinement up to and during the event; delegates are encouraged to monitor official communications for schedule updates and are advised that attendance at specific sessions cannot be individually guaranteed.