Conference Objectives
- Advance the theoretical foundations of strategic management through cross-disciplinary inquiry
- Examine how digital disruption, geopolitical volatility, and climate imperatives are redefining long-range organizational planning
- Encourage collaborative research partnerships between academic institutions, corporate strategists, and policy architects
- Showcase empirical studies and case analyses that bridge the gap between strategic theory and real-world implementation
- Cultivate emerging scholars by providing mentorship, feedback forums, and high-visibility presentation opportunities
- Establish an enduring global network dedicated to advancing evidence-based strategic decision-making across sectors
Who Should Attend
From think-tank fellows to MBA faculty, attendees include planning officers, consultants and founders of growing ventures.
- Corporate strategy directors and chief planning officers from multinational organizations
- Academic researchers specializing in management science, organizational theory, and business strategy
- MBA faculty and doctoral candidates pursuing advanced work in strategic planning
- Management consultants advising on transformation and competitive positioning
- Government policy strategists and public sector planning officials
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building scalable, strategy-driven ventures
- Think-tank analysts and research institute fellows focused on organizational futures
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Pickering offers a range of ticket types for academics and practitioners alike. Each option has been carefully structured to provide full access to the programming, networking events, and conference materials most relevant to your participation needs. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely the price 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 42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Pickering, Canada, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements. This document is issued directly by the conference secretariat and serves as confirmation of your accepted participation, whether as a presenting author or registered delegate.
The invitation letter includes your full name, affiliation, the conference title, dates, and venue details, and is formatted to meet the documentary requirements commonly requested by consular offices and institutional travel departments. Requests are typically processed within three to five business days of registration confirmation, and the letter is issued in digital format.
Please be aware that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter is provided solely as a facilitation service for your travel preparation and does not, under any circumstances, constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest exclusively with the relevant immigration and consular authorities, and applicants are encouraged to initiate 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 – 42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 42nd edition invites original scholarly contributions that interrogate the evolving landscape of strategic management across industries, geographies, and organizational scales. Researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams are encouraged to submit work that challenges established paradigms and proposes fresh strategic frameworks for 2027 and beyond.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage
- Scenario planning under radical uncertainty
- Corporate governance and board-level strategy
- Digital transformation strategic alignment
- Stakeholder theory and value co-creation
- Mergers, acquisitions, and post-merger integration
- Blue ocean strategy and market creation
- ESG integration in strategic planning
- Resource-based view revisited
- Strategy execution and performance measurement
- Organizational resilience and adaptive planning
- Geopolitical risk in global strategy
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 42nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage, Corporate governance and board-level strategy or ESG integration in strategic 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 the 42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a structured double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field. Evaluation criteria encompass originality of contribution, methodological rigor, relevance to the field of strategic management, and clarity of argumentation.
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 be recognized at the closing session and awarded a certificate of distinction, with their work spotlighted in the official post-conference communication distributed to the full delegate network
- Winning papers will receive priority recommendation to the editorial boards of affiliated strategic management journals, granting authors an accelerated pathway toward high-impact publication and significantly expanded visibility within the global strategy research community
42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – June 11, 2027 – Pickering, 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 42nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning welcomes contributions from all disciplines intersecting with strategic thought — including management science, economics, public policy, behavioral science, and technology — reflecting the inherently multidisciplinary nature of contemporary strategic inquiry
- Submission of an abstract or full paper and receipt of an acceptance notification does not constitute confirmed attendance; delegates must complete formal registration and payment to secure their place, presentation slot, and access to conference materials
- The conference program is structured around scheduled parallel and plenary sessions, and attendees are kindly advised that access may be limited to sessions within their registered track or day; organizers reserve the right to adjust session timings and room assignments as logistical requirements dictate