Conference Objectives
- Advance scholarly discourse on adaptive strategic planning methodologies and their application across diverse organizational contexts
- Forge cross-disciplinary connections between strategic management theory and emerging fields such as behavioral economics and digital transformation
- Examine how geopolitical volatility and macroeconomic shifts are reshaping corporate and institutional planning horizons
- Provide a structured platform for doctoral candidates and early-career researchers to present and refine their strategic management scholarship
- Facilitate high-impact dialogue between academic strategists and senior practitioners navigating real-world organizational complexity
- Disseminate peer-reviewed research that challenges prevailing assumptions and opens new frontiers in competitive strategy and resource allocation
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Strategy professors and academic researchers in business and management schools
- Chief Strategy Officers and senior corporate planning executives
- Management consultants specializing in organizational transformation and competitive positioning
- Doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows researching strategic management topics
- Government policy analysts and public-sector strategic planners
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders developing long-term competitive frameworks
- Non-profit and NGO leaders involved in mission-driven strategic planning
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning offers several carefully designed ticket tiers to suit a range of participants, from early-career researchers to senior executives and full-time academics. Each option grants access to the core conference program, including keynote addresses, parallel sessions, and networking events, with higher tiers providing additional benefits such as workshop access and proceedings volumes. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your attendance with complete financial transparency — simply select the tier that best matches your professional needs and 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
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 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements. This document is issued by the conference secretariat and confirms your status as a registered participant, providing essential details such as the event dates, venue location in Richmond Hill, Canada, and your registration reference number.
The invitation letter is intended to assist attendees in obtaining institutional travel approvals, securing funding from their home organizations, or fulfilling requirements set by their employers or universities. Requests are typically processed within five to seven business days of confirmed registration, and the letter is delivered electronically in a format suitable for official submission.
Please note that while the conference secretariat is pleased to provide this official invitation letter as a courtesy to registered participants, its issuance does not guarantee visa approval or any immigration outcome. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant Canadian immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly advised to initiate their visa applications well in advance and consult official government resources for guidance.
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 to 5 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 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning welcomes contributions spanning a wide range of disciplines; the program is inherently multidisciplinary, and accepted papers may reflect perspectives from management science, economics, public policy, organizational behavior, and related fields.
- Registration and payment confirm your intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation of any specific session slot or presentation time; final scheduling is subject to the program committee’s discretion and may be adjusted to accommodate the overall conference structure.
- Attendance at individual sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses is subject to room capacity and scheduling constraints; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session formats, speaker arrangements, or venue assignments without prior notice in the interest of delivering the best possible conference experience.
Call for Papers – 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
The 46th edition invites original research contributions that push the boundaries of strategic management theory and planning practice. Scholars and practitioners are encouraged to submit work that is empirically rigorous, conceptually innovative, and relevant to the evolving global strategic landscape.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Dynamic capabilities and competitive advantage
- Corporate strategy in volatile markets
- Stakeholder theory and strategic alignment
- Digital transformation and strategic renewal
- Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances
- Scenario planning and futures thinking
- Sustainability-driven strategic frameworks
- Resource-based view revisited
- Strategic leadership and decision-making
- Blue ocean and disruptive strategy models
- Organizational agility and resilience planning
- International strategy and global expansion
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
Every submission to the 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review conducted by an international panel of subject-matter experts, ensuring that accepted work meets the highest standards of scholarly integrity and methodological soundness. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on the basis of theoretical contribution, empirical rigor, clarity of argument, and relevance to advancing the field of strategic management and planning.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive an engraved certificate of excellence and a monetary prize, with their winning manuscript formally highlighted across all official conference communications and social media channels to maximize scholarly visibility
- Awarded authors gain priority consideration for expedited publication in a partner peer-reviewed journal specializing in strategic management, alongside a complimentary registration credit applicable to the next edition of the conference
46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – July 15, 2027 – Richmond Hill, 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 |
Disclaimer
- The 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning welcomes contributions spanning a wide range of disciplines; the program is inherently multidisciplinary, and accepted papers may reflect perspectives from management science, economics, public policy, organizational behavior, and related fields.
- Registration and payment confirm your intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation of any specific session slot or presentation time; final scheduling is subject to the program committee’s discretion and may be adjusted to accommodate the overall conference structure.
- Attendance at individual sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses is subject to room capacity and scheduling constraints; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session formats, speaker arrangements, or venue assignments without prior notice in the interest of delivering the best possible conference experience.
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.
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 to 5 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 46th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning welcomes contributions spanning a wide range of disciplines; the program is inherently multidisciplinary, and accepted papers may reflect perspectives from management science, economics, public policy, organizational behavior, and related fields.
- Registration and payment confirm your intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation of any specific session slot or presentation time; final scheduling is subject to the program committee’s discretion and may be adjusted to accommodate the overall conference structure.
- Attendance at individual sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses is subject to room capacity and scheduling constraints; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session formats, speaker arrangements, or venue assignments without prior notice in the interest of delivering the best possible conference experience.