Conference Objectives
- Advance the frontier of strategic management theory through cross-disciplinary academic exchange
- Bridge the gap between current research and real-world organizational planning challenges
- Examine how digital disruption and technological acceleration are reshaping long-term strategic frameworks
- Build international networks among strategy scholars, corporate planners, and policy architects
- Spotlight emerging methodologies in scenario planning, competitive intelligence, and adaptive strategy
- Celebrate and disseminate exemplary research through structured awards, workshops, and curated panel sessions
Who Should Attend
The audience spans corporate strategists, faculty researchers, management consultants, and MBA and doctoral students.
- Corporate strategists and C-suite executives responsible for organizational direction
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in strategic management and business policy
- Government and public sector planners engaged in national and regional strategy development
- Management consultants advising organizations on competitive positioning and transformation
- MBA and doctoral students pursuing advanced study in strategy and organizational planning
- Nonprofit leaders seeking strategic frameworks to enhance mission-driven impact
- Innovation officers and entrepreneurs navigating strategic growth in fast-changing markets
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning offers a range of ticket options carefully structured to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at every stage of their careers. Each registration tier grants access to keynote addresses, peer-reviewed paper sessions, networking events, and conference materials. All listed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so delegates can plan their participation with complete financial clarity.
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 your participation in the 27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Oakville, Canada, the conference secretariat is pleased to issue official invitation letters to registered attendees upon request. These letters confirm your acceptance and registration status and are provided specifically to assist delegates in making travel arrangements and seeking institutional or organizational funding approval.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed their conference registration and, where applicable, paid the required registration fees. Requests must be submitted through the official conference portal, and delegates should allow adequate processing time before their intended visa application date. The secretariat will include all necessary conference details to support your administrative or funding requirements.
Please note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit to Canada. Immigration and visa decisions rest solely within the authority of the relevant governmental and consular bodies. Delegates are strongly advised to initiate their visa applications well in advance and to consult the appropriate Canadian immigration authorities regarding specific documentation requirements.
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 – 27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 27th edition invites original contributions that push the boundaries of strategic management scholarship and planning practice. Researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary thinkers are encouraged to submit work that reflects the evolving complexities of global strategy in 2027.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Oakville, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Competitive advantage in turbulent markets
- Dynamic capabilities and strategic agility
- Corporate governance and board strategy
- Strategic planning in digital transformation
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration strategy
- Blue ocean and value innovation strategies
- Resource-based view contemporary applications
- Stakeholder theory and strategic decision-making
- Scenario planning and strategic foresight
- Sustainable and ESG-driven corporate strategy
- Strategic leadership and organizational change
- Internationalization and 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 27th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Corporate governance and board strategy, Blue ocean and value innovation strategies or Strategic leadership and organizational change.
| 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 27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a double-blind peer review process conducted by subject-matter experts in the field. Reviewers evaluate each manuscript on the basis of originality, theoretical contribution, methodological soundness, and relevance to the conference themes, with detailed feedback provided to all submitting authors.
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 formal recognition in the conference proceedings and on the official conference website, and a complimentary full registration to the subsequent edition of the International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning.
- Outstanding papers across designated thematic tracks will be honored with Best Track Paper certificates and will receive prioritized recommendation for expedited peer review and publication in partnering academic journals focused on strategy and organizational planning.
27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – February 18, 2027 – Oakville, 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 27th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning embraces a multidisciplinary perspective, and submitted abstracts or papers may represent diverse theoretical traditions, methodological approaches, and disciplinary viewpoints; inclusion in the program does not constitute endorsement of any particular position by the organizing committee.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the conference organizers reserve the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registration fees are subject to the published cancellation and refund policy.
- Attendance at individual sessions, workshops, or keynote presentations is subject to room capacity, scheduling changes, and venue logistics; the organizing committee cannot guarantee access to every session for all registered delegates and encourages early arrival to preferred sessions.