Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging paradigms in global market entry strategies and foreign direct investment decision-making
- Critically assess how digital transformation is redefining international marketing channels and customer engagement
- Advance academic discourse on cross-cultural consumer psychology and its implications for brand localization
- Explore the intersection of geopolitical shifts, trade policy, and multinational business operations
- Showcase original research findings that push the boundaries of international business theory and practice
- Strengthen collaborative networks among researchers and industry leaders across diverse global economies
Who Should Attend
Entrepreneurs, PhD candidates, marketing strategists and export development professionals are all part of this audience.
- International business scholars and tenure-track faculty publishing in cross-border commerce
- Marketing strategists managing global brand portfolios or market expansion campaigns
- PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers focused on international trade or consumer behavior
- Corporate executives overseeing multinational operations, supply chains, or foreign subsidiaries
- Policy analysts and trade economists working with governmental or intergovernmental bodies
- Export development professionals and investment promotion agency representatives
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders pursuing international market penetration strategies
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing offers delegates a range of participation options designed to accommodate varying professional needs, career stages, and institutional circumstances. Whether you are presenting original research or attending as a listener, there is a ticket category suited to your situation. All listed registration fees are inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is 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
To support your participation in the 39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing in Vaughan, Canada, the conference secretariat can issue an official invitation letter upon request. This letter is prepared for registered delegates and serves as formal documentation of your acceptance and scheduled involvement in the conference program.
Invitation letters are typically used to support institutional approval processes, travel funding applications, or administrative requirements from your employer or university. To request your letter, delegates must first complete their conference registration and, where applicable, have their paper submission confirmed by the organizing committee.
Please note that while the conference secretariat will provide an invitation letter upon fulfillment of the above requirements, this document is issued solely for administrative and logistical purposes and does not in any way guarantee the issuance of a visa or entry permission to Canada. All visa-related decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process 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 – 39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing
The 39th edition invites original submissions that advance knowledge at the frontiers of international business and marketing research. Scholars are encouraged to submit work spanning theoretical innovation, empirical investigation, and practical case analysis across any of the conference’s core subject areas.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Vaughan, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Cross-border digital marketing strategies
- Multinational enterprise and FDI
- Global supply chain resilience
- International consumer behavior
- Brand localization and glocalization
- Trade policy and market access
- Emerging market entry modes
- Sustainability in global business
- Cross-cultural negotiation dynamics
- International pricing and positioning
- Export performance and SME internationalization
- Geopolitical risk and corporate 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 39th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Global supply chain resilience, Emerging market entry modes or International pricing and positioning.
| 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 39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing undergo a structured double-blind peer review process, whereby each submission is evaluated by at least two qualified members of the scientific committee or external reviewers with relevant domain expertise. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of scholarly originality, clarity of argumentation, methodological soundness, and the significance of the contribution to international business and marketing knowledge.
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, providing prestigious recognition that can meaningfully enhance an academic or professional portfolio and serve as a distinguishing credential in grant applications, promotion reviews, and institutional reporting.
- Winning authors will also receive priority consideration for fast-track recommendation to the conference’s affiliated journals, offering an accelerated pathway to indexed publication and significantly expanding the scholarly reach and citation potential of their recognized research.
39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing – May 17, 2027 – Vaughan, 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 39th International Conference on International Business and Marketing is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; submissions and presentations may draw from economics, sociology, management science, communication studies, and related fields insofar as they meaningfully engage with international business or marketing themes.
- 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 modify the conference format, schedule, or venue in response to unforeseen circumstances, with appropriate notice provided to all registered participants.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and presentation slots are subject to change up to and including the conference dates; delegates are advised to monitor official communications and the conference website regularly to ensure they have the most current program information before and during the event.