Two-Day Hybrid Workshop: Conceptualizing Research & Model Development
Invitation to a two-day hybrid workshop on conceptualizing research and model development at SMS, CUSAT.
School of Management Studies, CUSAT
Empowering Scholars.Fostering Innovation.
SMS Research Forum is a collaborative academic space for scholars, faculty, and research-oriented initiatives at the School of Management Studies, CUSAT. From workshops and colloquia to flagship programmes like International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026, the forum supports rigorous, connected, and future-facing scholarship.
Forum Mission
Research Excellence
Community
Scholars + Faculty
Flagship Programme
Conference & Colloquium'26
Featured Programme
International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026
A major academic programme of SMS Research Forum, bringing together conference presentations, thematic discussions, and a dedicated doctoral colloquium for emerging researchers.
Theme
Digital Futures: Reimagining Social and Business Models
Venue
School of Management Studies, CUSAT
Abstract Deadline
10 April 2026
Format
Hybrid conference and offline doctoral colloquium
Forum Highlights
Key Forum Activities and Support
Explore the main areas through which the forum supports research scholars, builds academic community, and shares important opportunities through the year.
Quarterly Newsletter
- Stay updated with the latest research, scholar achievements, and upcoming academic opportunities.
Committees and Community
- See how the forum is organized through committees that support programmes, editorial work, careers, and scholar wellbeing.
Conference and Colloquium '26
- Our current flagship academic programme bringing together conference presentations and a doctoral colloquium.
Research Resources
- Access the synopsis library, updates, and other supporting resources for SMS research scholars.
Flagship Programme
International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026
Ignite the Research Aptitude. This year's flagship programme invites scholars and researchers to engage with current questions in management and interdisciplinary research.
Event Dates
15-16 May 2026
Abstract Deadline
10 April 2026
Newsroom
Latest Updates
Recent announcements, workshops, programme notes, and forum activities from SMS Research Forum.
Doctoral Colloquium 2025
Release of Doctoral Colloquium 2025.SEM Workshop
Two Day SEM Workshop.
Forum Structure
How the Forum Works
Directed by Dr. Sam Thomas (Director, SMS) and Dr. Devi Soumyaja (Research Coordinator), alongside scholar leadership and committee-based coordination that keeps the forum active across the year.
Programme Committee
Plans seminars, workshops, and flagship academic events
Career & Placement Committee
Supports internships, placements, and researcher career development
Editorial Committee
Curates newsletters, reports, and forum communication
Social & Welfare Committee
Builds scholar community, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives