Conference Objectives
- Advance scholarly understanding of contemporary strategic management theories and their real-world applications
- Facilitate cross-sector exchange between corporate strategists, public sector planners, and academic researchers
- Critically examine emerging frameworks for navigating geopolitical, technological, and environmental uncertainty
- Highlight best practices in strategic planning that drive sustainable organizational performance and resilience
- Encourage interdisciplinary research that bridges organizational behavior, economics, and innovation management
- Cultivate a network of researchers and practitioners committed to advancing the discipline of strategic planning
Who Should Attend
Here, C-suite decision-makers and NGO leaders share sessions with strategy faculty and MBA students.
- Corporate strategy executives and C-suite decision-makers seeking current frameworks
- Academic researchers specializing in strategic management, organizational theory, or business policy
- Management consultants advising enterprises on competitive positioning and planning
- Government and public sector planners developing long-range policy and resource strategies
- MBA and doctoral students pursuing advanced knowledge in strategic management
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building scalable strategic foundations for growth
- Non-profit and NGO leaders applying strategic planning to mission-driven organizations
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 36th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Markham offers several participation tiers to suit the needs of academics, practitioners, and students alike. Each option has been thoughtfully priced to reflect the full value of the conference experience, including networking events and session access. All applicable taxes are included in the displayed registration fees, so you can plan your attendance without unexpected additions at checkout.
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
To support international participants in their travel arrangements, the 36th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning provides official invitation letters upon request. These letters confirm your acceptance to present or attend the conference and are prepared on official conference letterhead to lend credibility to your application documentation.
Requesting an invitation letter is straightforward: once your registration or paper acceptance has been confirmed, simply contact the conference secretariat with your full name, institutional affiliation, and passport details. Letters are typically issued within three to five business days in digital format.
Please be aware that while the conference is pleased to provide this supporting documentation, the issuance of an invitation letter does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities. All visa decisions rest solely with the Government of Canada, and applicants are responsible for meeting all immigration requirements independently.
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 – 36th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 36th edition invites original research submissions that challenge, extend, or reimagine the boundaries of strategic management and organizational planning. Scholars and practitioners are encouraged to submit work that contributes theoretical depth, empirical evidence, or innovative frameworks to this field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Markham, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage
- Corporate strategy in turbulent markets
- Strategic leadership and executive decision-making
- Blue ocean and disruptive strategy models
- Scenario planning and futures thinking
- Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances
- Digital transformation and strategic adaptation
- Stakeholder theory and value creation
- Sustainability-driven strategic planning
- Strategic agility in global enterprises
- Resource-based view and core competencies
- Strategy execution and performance measurement
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 36th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage, Strategic leadership and executive decision-making or Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances.
| 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 manuscripts submitted to the conference undergo a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, theoretical contribution, methodological soundness, and relevance to the strategic management field.
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 along with a featured spotlight in the conference’s official post-event publications and social media channels, amplifying the reach of their research to a global strategic management audience.
- Award-winning authors will be invited to submit an expanded version of their paper for expedited consideration in a partner peer-reviewed journal, providing a direct pathway to high-visibility publication within the strategic management scholarly community.
36th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – April 28, 2027 – Markham, 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 36th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning welcomes contributions from researchers across all disciplines; inclusion of a paper does not represent an endorsement of any particular methodology, finding, or theoretical position by the conference organizing committee.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend, but final participation is contingent upon the completion of all required documentation, adherence to submission deadlines, and compliance with the conference’s code of conduct and terms of registration.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and program content are subject to change; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications to stay informed of any updates to the program prior to the event.