Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging frameworks for long-range organizational planning in volatile, uncertain global markets
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary dialogue between academic researchers and senior strategy practitioners
- Spotlight empirical evidence and case-based insights that challenge conventional strategic management orthodoxies
- Accelerate the dissemination of innovative methodologies for competitive analysis and resource allocation
- Cultivate international research collaborations that transcend institutional and geographic boundaries
- Explore the integration of digital transformation, sustainability imperatives, and agile strategy execution
Who Should Attend
University faculty, strategy directors, curriculum developers and NGO leaders meet here to discuss strategic planning.
- Corporate strategy directors and C-suite executives seeking research-backed leadership insights
- University faculty and doctoral candidates specializing in management, strategy, or organizational behavior
- Management consultants advising on enterprise planning and transformation initiatives
- Government policy analysts and public-sector planners engaged in strategic resource management
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders navigating growth strategy in competitive ecosystems
- Business school administrators and curriculum developers shaping the next generation of strategists
- NGO and non-profit leaders applying strategic planning principles to mission-driven organizations
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Markham is straightforward: simply review the registration categories below and select the option that best aligns with your professional status and participation preferences. Each ticket type has been structured to reflect the needs of different attendee groups. All listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no hidden costs when you complete your booking.
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, delegates attending the 8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Markham may request an official invitation letter from the organizing committee. This document is intended to assist registered participants in making formal arrangements for their attendance, including institutional approvals, travel bookings, and funding applications.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed the conference registration process and, where applicable, had their submitted work accepted through the review process. Requests should be directed to the conference secretariat with full registration confirmation details, and letters are typically issued within a specified processing period outlined on the conference website.
It is important to note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the granting of a visa or entry permission by Canadian immigration authorities. Delegates requiring a visa to travel to Canada are solely responsible for initiating and completing the appropriate visa application process well in advance of the event, and all travel and immigration decisions rest with the relevant government authorities.
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 – 8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
Scholars and practitioners worldwide are invited to submit original contributions exploring the full spectrum of strategic management and planning for consideration at this 2026 Markham gathering. Submissions may take the form of full research papers, work-in-progress studies, or applied case analyses that advance meaningful conversation within the field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Markham, Canada.
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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 8th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Planning Models in Strategic Management, Organizational Resilience and Adaptive Strategy or Innovation and Business Model Strategy.
| 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 manuscript submitted to the 8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning undergoes a structured double-blind peer review, with each paper independently evaluated by qualified reviewers in the field. This process ensures that only contributions meeting established standards of scholarly originality, methodological soundness, and thematic relevance are accepted for presentation.
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 be honored at the closing session and presented with an official award certificate alongside a complimentary featured listing of their work in the post-conference communications distributed to the delegate network
- Winning authors will receive a prominently positioned presentation slot in a headline session of the conference program, granting exceptional visibility to their research among an audience of international strategy scholars, industry executives, and policy professionals in attendance
8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – September 26, 2026 – Markham, 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 8th International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning embraces a multidisciplinary ethos; while its primary focus rests on strategic management and planning, contributions from adjacent fields such as organizational behavior, public policy, innovation management, and business analytics are welcomed where they offer meaningful relevance to the core 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 event formats, schedules, or delivery modes in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered participants will be notified promptly of any material changes.
- The conference program is composed of multiple parallel and plenary sessions spanning the full event duration; attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged to maximize learning and networking value, though individual delegates are responsible for managing their own schedules and the organizers cannot be held liable for content missed due to personal scheduling conflicts.