Conference Objectives
- Examine current theoretical advances in strategic management and long-horizon organizational planning
- Facilitate evidence-based dialogue on how firms sustain competitive advantage amid rapid environmental turbulence
- Explore the intersection of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and corporate strategy formulation
- Highlight cross-sector case studies illustrating both successful and failed strategic planning initiatives
- Cultivate international research collaborations between academics, industry practitioners, and policy professionals
- Disseminate peer-reviewed scholarship that advances the global body of knowledge in strategic management
Who Should Attend
You will meet corporate strategy executives, management researchers, government policy analysts, and startup founders here.
- Corporate strategy executives and C-suite decision-makers
- Academic researchers specializing in management, strategy, and organizational behavior
- MBA and doctoral students seeking exposure to frontier research and professional networks
- Management consultants advising on organizational transformation and competitive positioning
- Government policy analysts responsible for institutional planning and public sector strategy
- Non-profit and NGO leaders navigating complex stakeholder environments
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders developing scalable strategic frameworks
Select Ticket Type
The 25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning offers a range of registration categories thoughtfully designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at different stages of their careers. Each ticket tier grants access to core conference sessions, networking events, and official documentation, with all applicable taxes already included in the listed prices: no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the options below and select the registration category that best aligns with your participation needs.
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
Registered participants of the 25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning may request an official invitation letter to support their travel arrangements and, where applicable, visa applications. These letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed the conference registration process and are prepared by the conference secretariat using the details provided during registration.
To obtain an invitation letter, delegates should submit their request through the designated section of the conference website, ensuring that all personal and institutional details are accurate. The secretariat aims to dispatch letters within a reasonable processing period; delegates are encouraged to make their requests well in advance of any application deadlines imposed by the relevant consulate or embassy.
Please note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter is provided solely as an administrative courtesy to facilitate travel planning and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval. All visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration authorities of Canada, and the conference organizers bear no responsibility for the outcome of any visa application.
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 – 25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 25th edition invites original scholarly contributions that push the boundaries of strategic management theory and planning practice across diverse organizational contexts. Submissions that offer novel empirical findings, bold conceptual frameworks, or interdisciplinary perspectives are especially encouraged.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Competitive advantage and value creation
- Dynamic capabilities in turbulent markets
- AI-driven strategic decision-making
- Corporate portfolio and diversification strategy
- Scenario planning and futures thinking
- Strategic leadership and board governance
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration strategy
- Blue ocean and disruptive strategy models
- Sustainability and ESG strategic alignment
- Strategy execution and performance metrics
- Stakeholder theory and strategic responsiveness
- Digital transformation and strategic agility
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 25th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Competitive advantage and value creation, Blue ocean and disruptive strategy models or Sustainability and ESG strategic alignment.
| 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 manuscript submitted to the 25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by subject-matter experts in the field. Review criteria encompass originality, theoretical contribution, methodological soundness, and relevance to the advancement of strategic management scholarship.
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:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be recognized at the conference’s closing session with a certificate of excellence and a commemorative award, with their work spotlighted across all official conference communications and partner networks.
- Winning authors will receive priority consideration for an expedited review pathway in a designated partner journal, offering their research an accelerated route to broader academic publication and citation within the strategic management community.
25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – February 04, 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 25th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is designed as a multidisciplinary forum; while the primary focus is strategic management and planning, contributions from adjacent fields such as organizational behavior, public administration, economics, and technology management are welcome where they offer meaningful relevance to the core subject area.
- Acceptance of a paper, abstract, or registration payment does not in itself confirm physical or virtual attendance at the conference; all participation is subject to the final scheduling decisions of the organizing committee, and delegates are responsible for ensuring their own arrangements align with the published program.
- Delegates are expected to attend and actively participate in the sessions for which they are registered; the conference organizers reserve the right to withhold certificates of presentation or attendance from individuals who do not fulfill their scheduled participation obligations without prior written notification to the secretariat.