Conference Objectives
- Examine current research on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and retention strategies in a post-pandemic global economy
- Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue between HR academics, organizational psychologists, and senior practitioners from diverse industries
- Showcase empirical studies and case analyses that challenge conventional thinking about employee engagement and organizational culture
- Provide a collaborative platform for benchmarking HR technology adoption and digital transformation of people management functions
- Advance scholarly debate on equity, diversity, and inclusion as strategic imperatives rather than compliance obligations
- Cultivate international partnerships and research networks that drive long-term innovation in human capital development
Who Should Attend
Typical participants are HR executives, employer branding professionals, change consultants and doctoral candidates.
- Chief Human Resources Officers and VP-level HR executives seeking global benchmarking
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in organizational behavior and HRM theory
- HR technology vendors and workforce analytics solution providers
- Talent acquisition specialists and employer branding professionals
- Organizational development consultants and change management practitioners
- Labor relations specialists and employment law professionals
- Graduate students and doctoral candidates pursuing careers in HRM research
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 27th International Conference on Human Resource Management offers several clearly structured options designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at different stages of their careers and budgets. Each ticket tier grants access to a curated range of sessions, networking events, and conference materials, ensuring every delegate receives full value from their investment in Ajax. All listed registration fees are inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Simply select the package that best reflects your participation goals.
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 27th International Conference on Human Resource Management, you may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document is prepared on conference letterhead and includes your full name, institutional affiliation, registration confirmation number, conference dates, and the Ajax venue details, providing all the documentation typically required for travel and leave-of-absence applications.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to confirmed registered participants and are intended to facilitate professional travel arrangements, including applications for institutional funding, academic leave approvals, or travel grants. Requests are typically processed within three to five business days of receipt, and delegates are encouraged to apply well in advance of any relevant deadlines their institution or funding body may impose.
Please note that while the official invitation letter from the 27th ICHRM serves as a legitimate supporting document for travel purposes, the conference organizing committee does not guarantee visa approval or intervene in immigration decisions. Visa applications are subject solely to the policies and discretion of the relevant consulate or immigration authority, and delegates are strongly advised to initiate their visa process as early as possible.
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 – 27th International Conference on Human Resource Management
The 27th ICHRM invites original scholarly contributions that push the boundaries of human resource management theory and practice across diverse organizational contexts. We welcome submissions from researchers, practitioners, and policymakers whose work offers fresh empirical, conceptual, or applied insights into today’s most pressing workforce challenges.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Ajax, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Strategic HRM and business performance
- AI-driven recruitment and selection
- Remote and hybrid workforce management
- Psychological safety in organizations
- Total rewards and compensation strategy
- Diversity equity and inclusion metrics
- Succession planning and leadership pipelines
- Employee well-being and burnout prevention
- HR analytics and people data governance
- Gig economy and contingent workforce policy
- Cross-cultural HRM in multinational firms
- Green HRM and sustainable workforce practices
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 27th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Remote and hybrid workforce management, Diversity equity and inclusion metrics or Cross-cultural HRM in multinational firms.
| 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
All abstracts and full papers submitted to the 27th ICHRM undergo a double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by qualified reviewers in the field. Evaluation criteria encompass scholarly originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the HRM field, and the clarity of the contribution’s implications for research or practice.
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 co-signed by the conference chairs, along with a complimentary full registration to the 28th edition of the International Conference on Human Resource Management
- Winning authors will be prominently featured in the official 27th ICHRM post-conference communications, including the conference newsletter and social media channels, and their papers will be fast-tracked for editorial review by the conference’s partner journal partners
27th International Conference on Human Resource Management – February 17, 2027 – Ajax, 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 27th International Conference on Human Resource Management is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming contributions from organizational behavior, labor economics, applied psychology, public administration, and related fields — acceptance of a submission does not imply endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or professional position by the organizing committee
- Registration and payment confirmation constitute attendance intent but do not guarantee physical participation; delegates are responsible for ensuring their own travel, accommodation, and scheduling arrangements, and the conference bears no liability for costs incurred due to unforeseen personal or logistical circumstances
- Registered delegates are expected to attend the sessions listed on their personal program schedule; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust session timings, room assignments, or speaker order without prior notice, and attendance at any single session does not constitute completion of the full conference program