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International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026

This conference section is designed to help participants, authors, and doctoral scholars quickly find theme details, track information, participation guidance, and colloquium expectations.

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SMS Research Forum

International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026

A flagship academic platform from SMS Research Forum for scholars, faculty, and practitioners to present emerging work, exchange ideas, and build meaningful research collaborations.

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Conference Theme

Digital Futures: Reimagining Social and Business Models

Venue

School of Management Studies, CUSAT

Event Dates

15-16 May 2026

Abstract Deadline

10 April 2026

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International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium 2026

Conference Overview

Building on the success of the forum’s earlier edition, the SMS Research Forum at the School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology is organizing its second International Conference and Doctoral Colloquium on 15-16 May 2026.

This edition brings together scholars, journal editors, and practitioners to discuss how digital technologies are reshaping organizations, markets, and social systems, while creating space for high-quality research presentations, collaboration, and publication-oriented dialogue.

Presentation Mode

International Conference presentations will be allowed in hybrid mode, while the Doctoral Colloquium will be conducted offline at SMS, CUSAT.

Call for Abstracts

The conference invites the academic community and industry professionals to contribute papers, white papers, and doctoral research discussions aligned with the theme of Digital Futures: Reimagining Social and Business Models.

Submission update

Abstract and full paper submission links are yet to be published. Until then, this page serves as the official conference information hub.

Key Dates

Important Timeline

Last date to submit abstract

10 April 2026

Abstract acceptance

Within 3-5 days of submission

Early bird registration closes

15 April 2026

Last date to submit full papers

30 April 2026

Registration closes

10 May 2026

Conference dates

15-16 May 2026

Tracks and Themes

Suggested Submission Areas

Finance

Digital Transformation of Financial Systems

Human Resources

The Future of Work

Marketing

Marketing in Digital Consumer Ecosystems

Operations and Interdisciplinary Research in Management

Operations, Supply Chains, and Industry Transformation

Organizational Behaviour

Leadership, Culture, and Change in the Digital Era

Strategy

Innovation and Emerging Business Models in the Digital Economy

Conference Highlights

What Participants Can Expect

  • Academic paper presentations
  • Policy and industry white paper sessions
  • Doctoral research colloquium
  • Meet the editors
  • Technical research sessions
  • Best paper and young researcher awards
  • Publication opportunities in Q1 and Q2 ABDC outlets
  • Value-added qualitative and quantitative workshops
  • Cultural evening and networking dinner

Registration Fees

Fee Structure

Early Bird (before 15 April)

INR 2,360 including GST

Post Early Bird (after 15 April)

INR 2,950 including GST

Online Paper Presentation

INR 1,888 including GST

Applicable only to conference paper presenters joining virtually, not to the doctoral colloquium.

Non-presenting participants, including early-stage researchers, postgraduate students, and faculty, are also welcome to attend the conference.

Doctoral Colloquium

Eligibility and Submission Scope

For advanced PhD/FPM scholars registered with recognized institutions in India or abroad who have completed at least one year of doctoral research.

Submissions should be based on work that has progressed at least to the conceptual framework stage.

Word limit 2000-3000 words, PDF or Word format, Times New Roman, size 12, 1.5 line spacing.

The abstract should include:

  • Title
  • Research background and problem statement
  • Objectives
  • Conceptual framework
  • Methodology
  • Key findings and insights, if available

Doctoral Focus Areas

Areas Welcomed in the Colloquium

Digital transformation and emerging business models
Innovation, strategy, and entrepreneurship in the digital economy
Leadership, organizational behavior, and the future of work
Marketing and digital consumer ecosystems
Finance, fintech, and digital financial systems
Operations, supply chains, and industry transformation
Interdisciplinary approaches to management research