Conference Objectives
- Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue between academic researchers and industry executives on emerging management paradigms
- Showcase original empirical and theoretical contributions that advance the frontiers of business management scholarship
- Provide a structured platform for early-career scholars to receive mentorship and expert feedback on their work
- Examine how technological disruption, sustainability imperatives, and geopolitical shifts are redefining organizational strategy
- Strengthen international research collaborations and facilitate cross-border knowledge transfer among participating institutions
- Bridge the gap between management theory and practice by translating conference findings into implementable business insights
Who Should Attend
The sessions suit business school faculty, PhD candidates, strategy advisors and HR directors.
- Business school faculty and academic researchers in management disciplines
- Corporate executives and senior managers seeking evidence-based strategic insights
- PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows presenting or developing management research
- Management consultants and strategy advisors working across industries
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders exploring scalable organizational models
- Policy analysts and government officials shaping business regulation and economic development
- HR directors and organizational development professionals advancing workforce strategies
Select Ticket Type
ICBM 2027 offers a range of registration packages thoughtfully designed to accommodate academics, industry professionals, and student researchers at varying stages of their careers. Whether you are attending as a presenting author, a co-author, or a non-presenting delegate eager to engage with the latest management research, there is a ticket tier tailored to your needs. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation with complete financial clarity.
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, the organizing committee of the 28th International Conference on Business Management is pleased to issue official invitation letters to confirmed attendees. These letters are provided to assist participants in making travel arrangements, securing institutional approvals, and fulfilling any administrative requirements associated with attending an international academic event in Burlington, Canada.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed the registration process and, where applicable, had their submitted work accepted through the conference review system. The letter will include pertinent conference details such as dates, venue, and the registrant’s role as a presenter, co-author, or attending delegate, and may be used to support leave applications or funding requests from home institutions.
Please note that while the conference organizing committee is happy to provide official documentation to support your travel preparation, the issuance of an invitation letter does not guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by any governmental authority. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant embassy or immigration authority of Canada, and applicants are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications 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 – 28th International Conference on Business Management
The 28th ICBM invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original research that pushes the boundaries of business management theory and applied practice. Submissions are reviewed for intellectual rigor, novelty, and relevance to the conference’s central themes shaping the future of management in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Burlington, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Strategic leadership and organizational resilience
- Digital transformation and business model innovation
- Sustainable and ESG-driven management practices
- Cross-cultural and international management dynamics
- Corporate governance and stakeholder accountability
- Entrepreneurship and new venture management
- Supply chain strategy and operational agility
- Talent management and future-of-work frameworks
- Mergers, acquisitions, and post-merger integration
- Data-driven decision-making in organizations
- Family business governance and succession planning
- Crisis management and organizational risk response
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 28th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Cross-cultural and international management dynamics, Talent management and future-of-work frameworks or Family business governance and succession planning.
| 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 submission to ICBM 2027 undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by qualified reviewers in the field, ensuring impartial evaluation based on originality, methodological soundness, and contribution to business management scholarship. Authors receive structured reviewer feedback regardless of the acceptance outcome, supporting the ongoing development of their research.
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 be recognized with a certificate of excellence presented at the closing session, along with a featured spotlight in the conference’s official post-event communications distributed to the global ICBM scholarly network.
- Winning papers will receive priority recommendation for fast-track consideration in a designated partner journal, giving authors an accelerated pathway to broader academic publication and amplified visibility within the international business management research community.
28th International Conference on Business Management (BM) – February 22, 2027 – Burlington, 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 28th International Conference on Business Management is designed as a multidisciplinary gathering; while the primary focus is business management, contributions drawing on economics, organizational psychology, public policy, technology management, and related disciplines are welcomed and encouraged as they enrich scholarly exchange.
- Inclusion of a paper in the conference program and proceedings is contingent upon at least one author completing full registration and presenting the work at the scheduled session; papers whose authors do not attend and present will be withdrawn from the official proceedings without exception.
- Registered attendees are expected to be present and actively engaged during the sessions relevant to their submitted work; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust scheduling and session formats based on logistical requirements, and attendance at any specific session beyond one’s own presentation cannot be guaranteed due to concurrent programming.