Conference Objectives
- Examine how geopolitical realignments are redrawing the map of international trade routes and foreign direct investment flows
- Explore cutting-edge digital marketing methodologies that translate across diverse cultural and linguistic markets
- Critically assess global supply chain resilience strategies in the aftermath of successive macroeconomic disruptions
- Foster rigorous scholarly dialogue between empirical researchers and senior industry practitioners operating in multinational environments
- Investigate the role of emerging technologies—AI, blockchain, and predictive analytics—in transforming international market entry decisions
- Spotlight sustainability-driven branding as a competitive differentiator in regulated and consumer-conscious global markets
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- International business strategy researchers and faculty from universities worldwide
- Chief marketing officers and brand directors managing multinational portfolios
- Trade economists and policy analysts focused on bilateral and multilateral commerce
- Export development officers and government trade promotion specialists
- Doctoral candidates conducting dissertation research in global marketing or international management
- Digital marketing executives overseeing cross-border e-commerce expansion
- Corporate communication professionals navigating multicultural audience engagement
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing in Oakville is offered through a tiered set of ticket options carefully structured to accommodate the diverse needs of academics, professionals, and early-career researchers attending from around the world. Whether you are presenting a full paper, joining as a delegate to engage with the program, or participating virtually, there is a registration category designed with your participation in mind. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is the price you pay—no hidden surcharges at checkout.
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 completing your conference registration, you may formally request an official invitation letter from the organizing secretariat to support your travel planning, institutional approval processes, or funding applications. The letter is issued on conference letterhead and confirms your registration status, the dates and location of the event, and any relevant participation details such as your accepted paper or presentation role.
To request your invitation letter, simply complete the designated form in your registration portal or contact the conference secretariat directly with your registration confirmation number and the name of the issuing authority or institution to whom the letter should be addressed. Processing typically takes three to five business days, and letters can be issued in digital or hard-copy format as required.
Please note that while the organizing committee is pleased to provide official invitation documentation to support your visa application to enter Canada, the issuance of this letter does not in any way guarantee the granting of a visa or entry permission by Canadian immigration authorities. All visa decisions rest solely with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, and applicants are strongly encouraged to apply through the appropriate consulate or visa processing center well in advance of the conference dates.
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 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing is designed as a multidisciplinary forum, and accepted submissions may reflect perspectives from economics, sociology, communication studies, data science, and public policy insofar as they meaningfully engage with international business or marketing questions; the program committee’s thematic groupings are subject to adjustment based on the final mix of accepted contributions.
- Full registration and payment confirmation are required before any delegate’s attendance is considered confirmed; receipt of a submission acceptance notification alone does not constitute a confirmed registration, and the organizing committee reserves the right to remove unregistered participants from the program schedule without prior notice.
- Registered delegates are encouraged to attend the full duration of the conference to maximize scholarly exchange and networking value; however, the organizing committee cannot guarantee access to all specific sessions, as room capacities may be subject to venue-imposed limitations and session assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the program committee.
Call for Papers – 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing
Scholars and industry researchers are warmly invited to submit original, unpublished work that expands the intellectual boundaries of international business and marketing theory or practice. The 48th edition welcomes papers spanning a broad yet focused spectrum of subfields, with particular enthusiasm for interdisciplinary and empirically grounded contributions.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Oakville, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Cross-cultural consumer behavior analysis
- Foreign market entry mode strategies
- Global brand equity management
- Digital platforms and international commerce
- Emerging market competitive dynamics
- Multinational supply chain governance
- International pricing and currency risk
- Sustainability reporting in global firms
- AI-driven global market segmentation
- Trade policy and firm-level export behavior
- Diaspora networks and transnational marketing
- Country-of-origin effect on brand perception
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 paper submitted to the 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing is evaluated through a rigorous double-blind peer review process, ensuring that author identities remain concealed from reviewers and vice versa throughout the assessment cycle. Review panels are drawn from an internationally diverse scientific committee, with each submission assessed for originality, scholarly rigor, and relevance to the conference’s core thematic priorities.
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:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will receive an official certificate of distinction co-signed by the conference chairs, public recognition during the closing plenary ceremony, and complimentary priority registration for the following edition of the conference
- Winning papers will be prominently featured in the conference’s post-event communications, shared across the organizing body’s international academic network, and formally recommended for expedited editorial consideration in a designated partner journal
48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing (IBM) – July 26-28, 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 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing is designed as a multidisciplinary forum, and accepted submissions may reflect perspectives from economics, sociology, communication studies, data science, and public policy insofar as they meaningfully engage with international business or marketing questions; the program committee’s thematic groupings are subject to adjustment based on the final mix of accepted contributions.
- Full registration and payment confirmation are required before any delegate’s attendance is considered confirmed; receipt of a submission acceptance notification alone does not constitute a confirmed registration, and the organizing committee reserves the right to remove unregistered participants from the program schedule without prior notice.
- Registered delegates are encouraged to attend the full duration of the conference to maximize scholarly exchange and networking value; however, the organizing committee cannot guarantee access to all specific sessions, as room capacities may be subject to venue-imposed limitations and session assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the program committee.
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 48th International Conference on International Business and Marketing is designed as a multidisciplinary forum, and accepted submissions may reflect perspectives from economics, sociology, communication studies, data science, and public policy insofar as they meaningfully engage with international business or marketing questions; the program committee’s thematic groupings are subject to adjustment based on the final mix of accepted contributions.
- Full registration and payment confirmation are required before any delegate’s attendance is considered confirmed; receipt of a submission acceptance notification alone does not constitute a confirmed registration, and the organizing committee reserves the right to remove unregistered participants from the program schedule without prior notice.
- Registered delegates are encouraged to attend the full duration of the conference to maximize scholarly exchange and networking value; however, the organizing committee cannot guarantee access to all specific sessions, as room capacities may be subject to venue-imposed limitations and session assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the program committee.