Conference Objectives
- Examine next-generation strategic planning methodologies suited to volatile, uncertain, and complex business environments
- Bridge the gap between academic strategy research and boardroom decision-making through applied, evidence-based dialogue
- Explore how digital transformation and artificial intelligence are reshaping long-range corporate planning cycles
- Encourage cross-industry collaboration that produces transferable strategic frameworks applicable across sectors and geographies
- Critically assess emerging governance models and their impact on organizational agility and stakeholder alignment
- Cultivate an international network of strategy scholars and practitioners committed to advancing the discipline’s global knowledge base
Who Should Attend
Chief strategy officers and board directors attend next to strategy researchers and doctoral students.
- Chief Strategy Officers and C-suite executives responsible for enterprise-wide planning
- Academic researchers specializing in strategic management, competitive dynamics, or organizational theory
- Management consultants advising corporations on transformation and long-range strategy
- MBA and doctoral students pursuing careers in strategic leadership or strategy research
- Government and public-sector planners developing national and regional strategic frameworks
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders scaling ventures through disciplined strategic planning
- Board directors and governance professionals overseeing strategic oversight and accountability
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 37th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto offers delegates a choice of ticket types designed to match varying levels of engagement. Each ticket type is structured to deliver outstanding value, granting access to keynotes and networking events appropriate to the selected option. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what you pay, with no surprises 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
Upon completing your registration for the 37th 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 is issued on conference letterhead and confirms your status as a registered participant, detailing the event dates, venue, and the nature of your contribution, whether as a paper presenter or general delegate.
To receive your invitation letter, please ensure that your registration and, where applicable, your paper submission are fully processed and that any required fees have been settled. Our conference secretariat typically issues invitation letters within three to five business days of a completed request, and our team is available to tailor the letter’s content to meet the specific documentary requirements of your country’s consular authorities.
It is important to note that while the conference invitation letter serves as a supporting document for your visa application, it does not in any way guarantee visa approval. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant embassy or consulate of Canada, and delegates are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications well in advance of the conference dates to allow sufficient processing time.
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 – 37th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 37th edition invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of strategic management thinking and planning practice. We welcome theoretical advances, empirical studies, and practitioner-oriented insights that collectively enrich the global strategy conversation.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage
- AI-driven strategic decision-making
- Corporate portfolio and diversification strategy
- Scenario planning under deep uncertainty
- Blue ocean and market-creation strategies
- Strategic agility in digital enterprises
- Mergers, acquisitions, and post-merger integration
- Stakeholder theory and value co-creation
- ESG integration in corporate strategy
- Resource-based view revisited
- Strategic leadership and top management teams
- Cross-border strategy and global expansion
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 37th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage, ESG integration in corporate strategy or Resource-based view revisited.
| 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 submitted manuscripts and extended abstracts are subjected to a double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by reviewers in the field. Review criteria encompass originality of contribution, methodological soundness, clarity of argumentation, and relevance to the strategic management and planning 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 personalized certificate of excellence co-signed by the conference chairs, along with formal recognition across all official conference publications, the event website, and post-conference communications distributed to the global strategic management community.
- Winning authors will be invited to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper for expedited review consideration in a partner peer-reviewed journal focused on strategic management, providing a direct pathway to high-impact scholarly publication arising from their Toronto presentation.
37th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – May 05, 2027 – 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 37th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning embraces a multidisciplinary perspective, welcoming contributions that intersect strategic management with fields such as economics, organizational behavior, technology management, public policy, and sustainability — recognizing that the most consequential strategic insights often emerge at disciplinary boundaries.
- Confirmed registration and payment of applicable fees constitute a delegate’s commitment to attend; however, the conference organizers reserve the right to modify the program schedule, speaker lineup, or session formats in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered attendees will be notified promptly of any material changes.
- While the conference program spans multiple concurrent tracks and sessions, delegates acknowledge that access to specific sessions may be subject to room capacity limitations, and the organizers cannot guarantee admittance to every individual session for every registered participant.