Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping business and accelerating the shift from Industry 4.0’s automation to the human-centric, collaborative vision of Industry 5.0. In this new landscape, technology and human capability combine to build organizations that are efficient, innovative, ethical, and sustainable. The theme highlights how AI is transforming decision-making, workforce management, customer experience, operations, and strategy, while raising vital questions on governance, data ethics, and inclusion. IMRC SIES 2026 brings together researchers and industry leaders to explore emerging competencies, human–machine collaboration, and responsible, technology-driven ecosystems that will redefine the future of business.
The International Management Research Conference (IMRC SIES 2025) was held from February 13–15, 2025 at SIES School of Business Studies (SIESSBS), in collaboration with other SIES institutions, with Board Infinity and Impactsure as award sponsors. Centered on the theme "A Whole New World: Business Landscape in the Emerging Era,” the conference explored shifts driven by technology, sustainability, and global business trends. Scholars and industry experts discussed key domains such as marketing, finance, operations, HR, technology, sustainability, and pharma-biotech.
A total of 118 papers were received from various areas in Management and Pharma-Biotech. Selected papers were in the Empirical Economics Letters journal (ABDC - C Category), the International Journal of Research and Development (peer reviewed),the Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology (Scopus indexed, Q2) and the Journal of Advances in Pharmacology and Toxicology.
We invite researchers, academics, industry professionals, and thought leaders to submit extended abstracts, research papers and case studies that align with the conference theme and tracks, which include but are not limited to the following areas. We encourage submissions from a variety of disciplines to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Research paper /Case study should have (4000-8000 words) and clearly define Title, Affiliation of authors, Abstract, Key words, Purpose of the study, Research Objectives, Research Design, Findings, Implications, Limitations, References (APA style).
• Extended Abstract should have (1000-1500 words) with Introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, conclusion, and references (APA style), with Title, Affiliation of authors and key words.
• The font should be, Times New Roman- 12-point size with single line spacing, and 1-inch margins.
• Original and unpublished research articles should be submitted by January 10, 2026, to imrcsies@sies.edu.in
• At least one author (non-SIES) should present the paper at the conference for consideration of acceptance and publication, in case the paper submitted by more than one author where one of the authors is from SIES Institutes.
• Registered participants will be provided with the certificate.
• All papers presented at the conference will be published in the conference proceedings with ISBN number (ISBN:978-81-964142-3-8).
• Please ensure that article’s plagiarism must be less than 15%.
• Selected papers will be considered for publication in the academic journals, subject to the peer review process and acceptance by the respective journals as per their publication norms.
| Registration and Paper Submission | |
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Abstract / Extended Abstract / Full Paper Submission Deadline | January 20, 2026 |
| Intimation of Acceptance | January 30, 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | On or before January 30, 2026 |
| Conference Days | |
| Details | Date |
| Preconference (Online) Morning and Afternoon Sessions |
Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Conference Day 1 (Online) Morning – Inaugural and Speaker Sessions Afternoon – Parallel Paper Presentations of All Tracks |
Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Conference Day 2 (On-campus) Morning – Plenary Session(s), Panel Discussion, Award Function and Valedictory Ceremony Concludes with Lunch |
Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
Detailed agenda and Speaker list will follow shortly
| Categories | Registration Fees inclusive of GST |
|---|---|
| Research Scholars | INR 1180/- |
| Academic Delegates | INR 1770/- |
| Industry Delegates | INR 3540/- |
| Students | INR 590/- |
| Only Attendees | INR 590/- |
| Foreign participants | USD 100 |
| Account Details | |
|---|---|
| Account Name | SIES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES |
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
| Account No | 057222010001076 |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0905721 |
| Branch | SIES Campus, Sec-V, Nerul East, Navi Mumbai 400706 |
Note: After the payment, kindly fill the registration form and email the screenshot of your payment on imrcsies@sies.edu.in
Registration form link: https://forms.gle/B9aL8EfqPNZuj18t71. Title
Word Allocation: 10–15 words
2. Background / Introduction
Word Allocation: 150–250 words
3. Literature review
Word Allocation: 300- 400 words
4. Problem Statement or Research Gap
Word Allocation: 100–150 words
5. Objectives of the Study
Word Allocation: 80–120 words
6. Methodology
Word Allocation: 200–300 words
7. Results / Findings/ Discussion/ Conclusions and Implications of Pilot Study
Word Allocation: 250–350 words
8. Keywords
Word Allocation: 4–6 keywords
Selected research papers for publication will be published in Scopus, ABDC, Web of Science, UGC Care and Peer reviewed journals.
The author/s have to complete separate formalities (processing and publication) for the same.
• Delegates must register prior to the registration deadline in order to present their papers.
• Only registered delegates can attend the conference.
• Student delegates must attach a proof of evidence of their full-time enrolment.
• Registration fees include Pre-conference workshop, Conference kit, Book of Conference Proceedings, Breakfast and Lunch.
• To include the selected paper in conference proceedings with ISBN number and further to publish in the Research Journal after blind review, at least one author has to register and present his/her paper at the conference.
• Ph.D. Scholars / Research Fellows will be considered under Research Scholar Category.
• Registered candidates cannot claim for refund on their absence in the conference.
• Selected papers will be invited for publication in Scopus Indexed/ WoS/ UGC Care listed/Peer Reviewed Reputed Journal of respective discipline after due review process of that journal, after the conference.
• The registration fees do not include the publication fees, if applicable for the select publication.
• The correspondence related to the publication will be taken separately with author/s after the conference.
Dr. Deepa Dixit, Director, SIES School of Business Studies. Email director@siessbs.edu.in
| Organizing Team | Contact |
|---|---|
| Dr. Vani Kamath, Professor And Head, Department of Finance | Mob: 9833191394, E-mail: vanik@sies.edu.in |
| Dr. Shuchi Midha, Professor, PGDM Pharmaceutical Management And PGDM Biotechnology Programs | Mob: 8369167859, E-mail: shuchim@sies.edu.in |
| Dr. Gunjan Hasijani, Associate Professor, Department of Human Resources | Mob: 9226470758, E-mail: gunjanh@sies.edu.in |
| Dr. Priyanka Dukhande, Associate Professor, Department of Finance | Mob: 9870971257, E-mail: priyankad@sies.edu.in |
| Dr. Swati Checker, Assistant Professor, PGDM Pharmaceutical Management And PGDM Biotechnology Programs | Mob: 9969553493, E-mail: swatic@sies.edu.in |
| Prof. Ema Garg, Assistant Professor, Department of Finance | Mob: 9969513951, E-mail: emag@sies.edu.in |
For further information contact us on:
Email: imrcsies@sies.edu.in
Contact number: +022 61083425 / +022 61083472
