Conference Objectives
- Advance scholarly discourse on adaptive strategy formulation in volatile and uncertain competitive environments
- Bridge the gap between cutting-edge academic research and real-world strategic planning practice across industries
- Examine how digital transformation, AI integration, and data analytics are redefining organizational decision-making processes
- Cultivate cross-sector dialogue among executives, policymakers, consultants, and researchers tackling complex planning challenges
- Recognize and celebrate groundbreaking contributions to the field through distinguished paper awards and keynote showcases
- Foster lasting international research collaborations that extend well beyond the conference sessions themselves
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Corporate strategy directors and chief strategy officers seeking peer-validated frameworks
- Academic researchers specializing in strategic management, organizational theory, or business policy
- Management consultants and advisory professionals guiding enterprise transformation initiatives
- MBA and doctoral students pursuing advanced study in strategy, planning, or competitive dynamics
- Government and public sector planners responsible for institutional and policy-level strategy
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders refining scalable growth and competitive positioning strategies
- Non-profit executives and NGO leaders applying strategic planning in mission-driven contexts
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Oakville offers several carefully structured options designed to meet the diverse needs of academics, practitioners, and student delegates alike. Each ticket tier grants access to the full conference program, including keynote addresses, parallel research sessions, and networking events, with all applicable taxes already included in the displayed price. We invite you to review the available packages and select the registration category that best reflects your professional profile and participation goals.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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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 successful registration, the conference secretariat can issue an official invitation letter to support your travel and conference participation. This letter is prepared on conference letterhead and confirms your role as a registered delegate, presenter, or author, including the title of your accepted paper where applicable.
To request an invitation letter, participants should complete their registration, submit any required documentation, and contact the organizing secretariat with their full name, institutional affiliation, and travel details. Letters are typically issued within five to seven business days of a complete and verified request, and are provided at no additional cost as a courtesy to international attendees.
Please be advised that the official invitation letter issued by the conference organizers is provided solely to assist with your visa or travel authorization application and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval. All decisions regarding the issuance of visas or entry permissions rest exclusively with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration authority of the destination country, and the conference organizers accept no liability for outcomes related to visa applications.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming research and perspectives from fields including organizational behavior, economics, public policy, operations management, and entrepreneurship — provided submissions address strategic management themes.
- Acceptance of a paper or registration confirmation does not guarantee physical or virtual attendance; participants are responsible for completing all required registration steps, making timely payments, and arranging their own travel and accommodation in accordance with the conference deadlines.
- The conference program is organized into thematic parallel sessions, and while every effort is made to accommodate presenter preferences, the organizers reserve the right to assign papers to the most appropriate session track; attendance in a specific session cannot be guaranteed in advance.
Call for Papers – 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 35th edition invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original, unpublished research that pushes the boundaries of strategic management theory and practice. Submissions that challenge prevailing assumptions, introduce innovative methodologies, or offer empirically grounded insights into planning under complexity are especially encouraged.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Oakville, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage
- Corporate portfolio strategy and diversification
- Strategic planning in turbulent markets
- Digital strategy and platform ecosystems
- Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances
- Scenario planning and strategic foresight
- Blue ocean strategy and market creation
- Stakeholder governance and strategic alignment
- Sustainability-driven strategic transformation
- Strategic leadership and executive decision-making
- Business model innovation and disruption
- Competitive intelligence and strategic positioning
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.
| 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 manuscripts submitted to the 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning are subjected to a rigorous double-blind peer review process, with each paper assessed independently by at least two qualified reviewers drawn from the international scientific committee. Evaluation criteria encompass originality of contribution, methodological rigor, clarity of argument, and relevance to the conference’s strategic management themes.
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.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- Winners of the Best Paper Award receive an individually engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition in the official conference proceedings, elevating their scholarly profile within the global strategic management community.
- Each Best Paper Award recipient is granted a complimentary featured listing in the conference’s post-event digital publication and is invited to submit an expanded version of their work for expedited consideration in a partnered peer-reviewed journal.
35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning (SMP) – April 19-21, 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 |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
Disclaimer
- The 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming research and perspectives from fields including organizational behavior, economics, public policy, operations management, and entrepreneurship — provided submissions address strategic management themes.
- Acceptance of a paper or registration confirmation does not guarantee physical or virtual attendance; participants are responsible for completing all required registration steps, making timely payments, and arranging their own travel and accommodation in accordance with the conference deadlines.
- The conference program is organized into thematic parallel sessions, and while every effort is made to accommodate presenter preferences, the organizers reserve the right to assign papers to the most appropriate session track; attendance in a specific session cannot be guaranteed in advance.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 35th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming research and perspectives from fields including organizational behavior, economics, public policy, operations management, and entrepreneurship — provided submissions address strategic management themes.
- Acceptance of a paper or registration confirmation does not guarantee physical or virtual attendance; participants are responsible for completing all required registration steps, making timely payments, and arranging their own travel and accommodation in accordance with the conference deadlines.
- The conference program is organized into thematic parallel sessions, and while every effort is made to accommodate presenter preferences, the organizers reserve the right to assign papers to the most appropriate session track; attendance in a specific session cannot be guaranteed in advance.