Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging paradigms in long-horizon organizational planning and adaptive strategy formulation
- Bridge the gap between academic strategic management theory and executive-level implementation practice
- Showcase empirical and conceptual research that challenges conventional strategic thinking
- Facilitate cross-sector dialogue between corporate, governmental, and non-profit strategic leaders
- Explore how digital transformation and geopolitical volatility are redefining competitive positioning
- Cultivate an international research community committed to ethical, sustainable, and inclusive strategic practice
Who Should Attend
From doctoral candidates to C-suite executives, the audience also includes management consultants and think-tank analysts.
- Corporate strategists and C-suite executives from multinational and regional organizations
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in management, strategy, and organizational behavior
- Management consultants advising firms on competitive strategy and business planning
- Public sector leaders and government policy planners engaged in national and regional strategy
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students pursuing advanced study in strategic management
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders developing scalable and resilient business models
- Think-tank analysts and nonprofit directors responsible for long-term institutional direction
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto offers delegates a range of carefully structured ticket options designed to match diverse professional needs, institutional budgets, and levels of conference engagement. Each tier has been crafted to ensure that every participant, from doctoral researchers to senior executives, can access the programme at a fair and transparent price point. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so delegates can plan their attendance with complete financial clarity from the outset.
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 21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Toronto, Canada, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements and institutional approval processes. This letter is issued by the conference secretariat and confirms your accepted participation status, presentation details if applicable, and the official dates and venue of the event.
The invitation letter is prepared promptly following registration confirmation and is dispatched as a digitally signed PDF document to the email address provided during registration. Attendees requiring a physical copy with an original signature for embassy or institutional purposes should specify this preference at the time of their request, and the secretariat will accommodate such needs within its standard processing timeframe.
Please be advised that while the conference invitation letter constitutes an official document confirming your participation in this academic event, it does not in any way guarantee the issuance of a visa or entry permit to Canada. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications well in advance and to consult the official Canadian immigration resources for guidance specific to their nationality.
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 – 21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 21st edition invites scholars and practitioners to submit original research that pushes the boundaries of strategic management knowledge and addresses the pressing complexities organizations face today. Submissions are welcomed across a broad spectrum of subfields, provided they offer clear methodology, fresh theoretical contributions, or compelling evidence-based insights relevant to strategic planning.
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 strategic agility
- Corporate portfolio strategy and diversification
- Strategic leadership and executive cognition
- Scenario planning under deep uncertainty
- Competitive intelligence and market positioning
- Digital strategy and platform ecosystems
- Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances
- Sustainability-driven strategic transformation
- Stakeholder theory and value co-creation
- Strategic planning in emerging economies
- Institutional theory and strategic responses
- Innovation strategy and resource allocation
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 21st edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Strategic leadership and executive cognition, Digital strategy and platform ecosystems or Stakeholder theory and value co-creation.
| 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 full-paper submission to the 21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a double-blind peer review process conducted by subject-matter experts in the field. Reviewers evaluate submissions on criteria including theoretical contribution, methodological soundness, clarity of argument, and relevance to the strategic management field, ensuring that only work of demonstrable academic merit is accepted for presentation and may be considered for the official proceedings.
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 and a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field.
- Winning papers will be prominently featured in the official conference highlights, circulated to the global strategic management academic community through the conference’s professional network channels, and recommended for expedited consideration in affiliated peer-reviewed journals.
21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – January 07, 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 21st International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; submissions and attendees from adjacent fields such as organizational theory, public policy, innovation management, and behavioral economics are warmly welcomed, as cross-disciplinary perspectives enrich the quality of scholarly exchange.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to make programmatic adjustments and will not be held liable for personal circumstances, travel disruptions, or force majeure events that prevent a registered participant from attending.
- Delegates are encouraged to attend sessions across all scheduled time slots to maximize the depth of their conference experience; however, the organizing committee acknowledges that scheduling conflicts may arise within a multi-track program and does not require attendance at any single specific session as a condition of certification or proceedings inclusion.