INTERNATIONAL
CONFERENCE ON THE
FUTURE OF BUSINESS
JAN 11-12, 2025
And
Pre-Conference Seminar/
Workshop
Jan 10, 2025
Call for Research Papers, Case Studies, and Teaching Cases
Institute of Management Technology Nagpur, in association with AIMS, is pleased to announce its International Conference
on the Future of Business (ICFB-2025) on January 11 & 12, 2025, in Hybrid mode and the Pre-conference Seminar/ Workshop
on January 10, 2025.
Rapid technological innovations, geopolitical upheavals, demographic shifts, socio-cultural movements, and climate change
concerns are changing consumer tastes, preferences, and behavior and forcing business organizations to revisit their existing
offerings, processes, alliances, and locations. To remain relevant and competitive in a rapidly changing business
environment, business organizations must develop new innovative products, relocate production and sourcing destinations,
and devise new business models and strategies to remain cost-effective and efficient.
Conference Themes
International Conference on the Future of Business explores the impact of emerging technological trends, geopolitical conflicts and
risks, demographic shifts, sociocultural movements, and global climate challenges on the economy. With this objective, we, the
conference organizers, invite abstracts, research papers, articles, case studies, and teaching cases broadly in the following areas:
Business applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning
Adding and delivering value through digital transformation and automation
Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing and business transformation
Cyber-security measures and policies for protecting business data, cash flows and customers
Blockchain applications in business and finance
Shifting demographics, the future of work, and changing consumer choices
Socio-cultural shift and diversity and inclusivity at the workplace
Technological advancements and flexible work arrangements
Green innovations, sustainable mobility, and clean energy solutions for a circular economy
De-globalization and new supply chain management
Technology-enabled on-demand labor models and platforms
Social media platforms and marketing
These listed themes are just indicative and are not exhaustive.
Important Submission* and Registration Deadlines
Abstract Submission: December 10, 2024
Acceptance of Abstract: December 13, 2024
Conference Registration: December 13, 2024
Submission of full paper: December 15, 2024
Important Note: * To facilitate travel of international and domestic participants, acceptances of abstracts of papers,
articles, case studies, and teaching cases will be on a rolling basis until December 13, 2024. So kindly submit your
abstracts as soon as possible to [email protected] An online presentation facility is also available.
Key Advantage for Participants of ICFB: 2025
Enhance your research capabilities by attending pre-conference seminars/workshops offline without additional cost;
Present your research papers, articles, case studies, and cases to receive valuable feedback from peers and experts;
Learn and appreciate the new trends shaping the emerging business and environment from the peer presentations;
Build your organizing and leading capabilities by chairing presentation sessions/tracks;
Develop and grow your professional network with renowned academicians, researchers, executives, and policymakers in
the serene, green, and beautiful environment of the IMT Nagpur campus;
Benefit from the publication opportunity in the conference proceedings;
Compete for the best paper award for research excellence in each technical track of the conference;
Receive a certificate of participation;
Benefit from the rich library and other offline and online resources, such as Bloomberg Terminal of IMT Nagpur.
Pre-Conference Workshop Details
On 10th of January 2025, a pre-conference workshop will be organized to enhance research capabilities of academicians and researchers. The following experts
will be conducting the workshops/seminars.
Experts:
Dr. Madhu Kalimipalli
Professor in the Business Department at Wilfrid Laurier University - Waterloo, Canada
Dr. Surajit Bag
Full Professor, Department of Supply Chain, Purchasing and Project Management
Excelia Business School, France
Dr. Sudhir Rana
Associate Professor
College of Healthcare Management and Economics, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE
Dr. Arpan Kumar Kar
Professor in Information Systems at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India
Prof. Rajendra B. Kakde
Advisor-I & Head, Scholarships and Grants Bureau,
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, India
Dr. Debarun Chakraborty
Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Nagpur (IIM Nagpur), India
Dr. K. Mathiyazhagan
Associate Professor, Chairperson - Research Center,
Thiagarajar School of Management, Madurai - 625005, Tamil Nadu, India
Registration and Fee* (Inclusive of GST)
Faculty and Researchers (India): INR 4500
Executives: INR 5500
Students & Ph.D Scholars: INR 1500
International participants-other than SAARC countries: USD 250
International participants-SAARC countries: USD 150
*Discounted Fee: Any organization sponsoring more than one participant will receive the discount as follows:
(I) Two participants: 10% discount;
(ii) Three participants: 20% discount
(iii) More than three participants: 30% discount
(iv) Late registration fee 20% extra
Campus accommodation: For outside participants, accommodation in the IMT campus is available at INR 1,000 for double occupancy per night and at INR 600
for single occupancy per night.
Sponsorship
We invite corporate organizations and industry associations to showcase their products and services by sponsoring the event. Sponsorship
details are as follows:
The sponsorship amount is including GST.
Bank Details
Beneficiary Name: INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY NAGPUR
Beneficiary Bank Name: ICICI BANK LTD
Account Type: Savings Account
Bank Branch Address: CIVIL LINES, NAGPUR - 440001 MAHARASHTRA INDIA
Account No: 005901041608
IFSC Code: ICIC0000059
For the conference brochure, further details, and submission guidelines, please visit the submission guidelines and the ICFB-2025
webpage: https://www.imtnagpur.ac.in/assets/pdf/icfb2025.pdf
For wider benefits, we sincerely request you to kindly circulate this Research Conference announcement to your colleagues, peers, research scholars,
Looking forward to your research contribution.
About IMT NAGPUR
Established in 2004, IMT Nagpur is now one of the finest AICTE-approved management institutes. Accredited by SAQS, all PGDM programs of IMT Nagpur are
equivalent to MBA for Higher Studies. IMT Nagpur has successfully nurtured and educated budding talents in Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics, Human
Resources, and Operations. We aim to provide students with a value-driven, technology-oriented academic environment and help them achieve their dreams! In our
approach, we value integrity and sensitivity to sustainability. Our mission is to help students excel in their life. With our cutting-edge curriculum, experienced
faculty, and a pool of 5000 plus alumni spread all over India and other countries, IMT Nagpur strives to be a key contributor in innovative management education in
India."
IMT-Nagpur offers Two Year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program to equip students with management education across various functional
domains like economics, business analytics & IT, operations, OB & HR, finance, and marketing. It aims to allow young graduates to develop managerial skills across
these areas. The program also focuses on developing soft skills and technical knowledge among students, which are equally essential to compete and thrive in the
competitive business environment. The curriculum has been designed to lay a strong foundation for developing the logical and analytical skills of the students. The
program provides an intensive, stimulating, and challenging learning experience in the management discipline.
Location & Environment
IMT Nagpur firmly believes that the environment plays a crucial part in shaping the development of a student, academically and otherwise. Clean, peaceful, and
tranquil surroundings help students concentrate better on their studies as no distractions are encountered in the urban vicinity. It offers students an environment
that helps them resonate with their intellectual potential and channel it without distractions.
IMT Nagpur understands the value of where students acquire education, so we have ensured a composed learning experience. The location and environment of IMT
Nagpur add to its sterling image of being among the top PGDM colleges in India. Our campus is located at a distance of 35 KM from Nagpur City, in a remote
location surrounded by lush greenery. Amid the fresh & healthy ambiance of the college campus, the students will be far away from any kind of disturbance and
concentrate on achieving academic excellence. IMT Nagpur is not just a college that trains its students to become future corporate leaders, but it also educates them
in becoming responsible humans. We integrate the same principles in every fragment of our campus structure. To support our ideologies, we have established a full-
fledged solar panel system across the campus to make it more energy efficient.
Brief Profile of Organisers
Dr. Veena Keshav Pailwar
Professor, Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur, India
M.Phil from Cambridge University, UK, and PhD from GIPE (Pune University), Dr.Veena Pailwar has around 30 years of research and teaching
experience. Before joining IMT, Nagpur, she worked in various capacities with XLRI Jamshedpur, NIPFP New Delhi, NCAER, New Delhi, and NIFM
Faridabad. She has published several research papers, cases, and books. Her research interests include the electric vehicle market, tourism industry,
workplace diversity, cement industry, financial sector modelling, foreign capital flows, the impact of financial, fiscal, and external sector reforms,
economics and business environment, and forecasting methods.
Dr. Sarbjit Singh Oberoi
Associate Dean (Research & Accreditation's) & Professor
Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur, India
Sarbjit Singh is a faculty member in the area of quantitative techniques and operations management. He is presently holding the position of
Chairperson of Research and Accreditation's. He obtained his PhD. and Masters in Inventory management of perishable products. He has a PGDBA from
Symbiosis University. His research interests include Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, Circular Economy, Business Analytics and Lean Six
Sigma. He has published 40 research papers in various International and National Journals.
Dr. Veena Keshav Pailwar Dr. Sarbjit Singh Oberoi
Professor, Institute of Management Technology, Associate Dean (Research &Accreditation's) & Professor
Nagpur, India Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur, India
Contact us for further details about ICFB - 2025
Conference Secretariat, ICFB: 2025
Dr. Mantha Raghu
Head Librarian
M: 7093042999/8639357360
Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur
35 KM, Katol Road, Village Dorli, Nagpur, Maharashtra (India) - 441502
Tel: +91-712- 2805239, 91-712- 2805112, 91-712- 2805144
INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY, NAGPUR
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Nagpur (MH) - 441502, India.
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