Theme: Emerging Trends in Management
Organized by
International Management Institute (IMI), Bhubaneswar, India
February 6-7, 2015
IntroductionThe objective of this conference is to focus on the emerging and innovative dimensions of the business research. It will enable the researchers to showcase their path-breaking research in different disciplines of management. The conference will also provide a platform to researchers around the world to put forth their ideas, share their experiences and network with their counterparts. The conference will provide a novel forum to the researchers and academicians to present papers in the areas of economics, finance & accounting, IT & E-commerce, law & business ethics, organizational behavior & HR, operations management, marketing, and strategy & entrepreneurship.
Conference Tracks
IMI Bhubaneswar invites papers from authors from different areas of management. All the contributions should be original and not published elsewhere or submitted for publication. Papers are invited in the following areas*:
Economics
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Law & Business Ethics
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IT & E-Commerce
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Finance & Accounting
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Organizational Behavior & HR
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Operations Management
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Marketing
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Strategy & Entrepreneurship
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*The list is only indicative. Papers on other aspects of management are also welcome
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline | October 15, 2014 |
Abstract Acceptance Confirmation | October 23, 2014 |
Full Paper Submission Deadline | November 20, 2014 |
Paper Acceptance Confirmation | December 10, 2014 |
Registration Deadline | January 31, 2015 |
* Selected and acclaimed papers of the conference will be published in the form of an edited book. Participants may, therefore, be requested to submit the revised paper as per the guidelines of the publisher by December 31, 2014.
Workshop
In addition to the conference, IMI Bhubaneswar will also organize the following workshop:
A half-day workshop on Multivariate Research Methods: February 6, 2015
Registration Details
Category | Residential | Non-Residential |
Research Scholars/ Students | Rs. 2000 | Rs. 1500 |
Academicians | Rs. 4000 | Rs. 2500 |
Corporate delegates | Rs. 4000 | Rs. 2500 |
Note: The fee for foreign delegates will be USD 100 across both the categories. |
Registration is mandatory to present a paper. Registration fee includes admission to the conference, conference kit, attending the workshop, hi-tea, lunch for two days, which will be common for both residential and non-residential participants. For residential participants, rooms will be provided at IMI-B campus on single occupancy basis. Breakfast & dinner will be served to all the residential participants of the conference.
Registration fee can be paid by demand draft in favor of ‘International Management Institute Bhubaneswar’ payable at Bhubaneswar. Fee can also be paid through electronic fund transfer (NEFT) to IMI Bhubaneswar account with intimation via email to [email protected] / [email protected] :
Allahabad Bank A/C No: 50071252726
MICR Code: 751010002
IFSC Code: ALLA0210329
PAN No: AATI0972K
Registration fee is non-refundable. Participants in a block of 2 or more from a single institution will get 10 % discount on the registration fee.
Guidelines for Submitting Abstract
Abstract not exceeding 300 words on any of the aforesaid themes should be sent to the Conference Coordinator through email at [email protected] / [email protected]. Please include personal details in the following order: name of the author(s), title of the paper, name of the conference track, affiliation of author(s), email, mobile number and postal address on the first page of the abstract.
Guidelines for Submitting Full Paper
Full length paper, not exceeding 5000 words, should be submitted in Times New Roman; 1.5 spacing; 12 Font size as a Word document to [email protected] / [email protected]. Participants should follow APA style for referencing.
Best Paper Awards
A cash prize and a citation will be given to one paper from each track based on the recommendation by the Review Committee. These awards will be announced on the last day of the conference. The decision of the committee will be final and binding.
About IMI Bhubaneswar
IMI is India’s first corporate sponsored Business School founded in 1981 in collaboration with IMI Geneva (now IMD Lausanne). International Management Institute Bhubaneswar Campus was established in 2011 to carry forward the legacy of IMI Delhi. IMI Bhubaneswar draws sustenance through creation; dissemination and application of knowledge which integrate seamlessly with each other to translate into research, teaching and training for our stakeholders. Nested in an ecologically invigorating ambience and sculpted by a renowned architect, IMI Bhubaneswar epitomizes a gurukul. IMI Bhubaneswar is a true meritocracy.
About Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, is often referred to as a Temple City of India and together with Puri and Konark it forms the Swarna Tribhuja ("Golden Triangle"), one of eastern India's most visited destinations. The major tourist attractions of Bhubaneswar include: Lingaraj, Rajarani, and Mukteshwar temples, Khandagiri & Udayagiri caves, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Regional Plant Resource Center, popularly known as Ekamra Kanan, and Dhauli Shanti Stupa. Puri, also known as Jagannath Puri, is one of the Char Dham pilgrimages of Hindus. It is situated on the Bay of Bengal, 60 kilometers from Bhubaneswar. The beach at Puri offers an enduring opportunity to experience the striking sunrise and sunset. Konark is around 65 kilometers from Bhubaneswar, and 35 kilometers from Puri and is known for its Sun Temple which shows the marvelous architecture of India. The temple is a World Heritage Site.
Organizing Committee
Conference Coordinators | Conference Administration Members |
Prof. Padmini Jindal | Mr. Santjee Sharma |
Prof. Santanu Das | Mr. Nitin Bhushan |
Prof. Bindu Chhabra |
Conference Advisory Board
Prof. Sudhanshu Rai Copenhagen Business School, Denmark |
Strategy |
Prof. Ashish Sadh IIM, Indore |
Marketing |
Prof. Debasis Pradhan XLRI Jamshedpur |
Marketing |
Prof. A.K. Rath International Management Institute, Delhi |
Corporate Governance |
Prof. S. S. Khanka National Institute of Financial Management, Faridabad |
HR & OB |
Prof. Sonu Goyal International Management Institute, Delhi |
Strategy |
Prof. Shailendra Nigam International Management Institute, Bhubaneswar |
HR & OB |
Prof. B. Metri International Management Institute, Delhi |
Operations |
Prof. A.K. Sharan National Institute of Financial Management, Faridabad |
Finance & Economics |
Prof. T. Lahiri Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad |
IT |
Prof. Ramesh Behl Director, International Management Institute, Bhubaneswar |
IT |