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17th International Conference of Management Research (ICMR 2026)

Tourism-Led Economic Transformation: Policy, Innovation, and Destination Management.

Baku, Azerbaijan

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About the Conference

A Global Platform for Management Research

The 17th International Conference on Management Research (ICMR-2026), organised by CARBS at The Superior University, Lahore, will be held in Istanbul, Türkiye from 18–28 December 2026 under the theme Tourism-Led Economic Transformation: Policy, Innovation, and Destination Management. Now in its 17th consecutive year, ICMR brings together researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to advance rigorous, evidence-based scholarship on tourism-driven economic development. The conference delivers tangible impact 20% to 30% of full-length papers will be published through Taylor & Francis proceedings, while formal MOU signings with Turkish universities will establish lasting research partnerships and faculty exchange agreements. Spanning 9 peer-reviewed research tracks and aligned with The Superior University's internationalisation and ORIC agenda, ICMR-2026 is a structured platform for generating publications, international partnerships, and policy influence positioning CARBS as a globally engaged, research-intensive business school.

17th

Annual Edition

9

Conference Tracks

100+

Expected Participants

Multiple

Universities Represented

Expected

B2B Meetings

Expected

Trade Forums

Expected

Policy Dialogue

Co-hosted by:

Program Structure

Conference Tracks

Theme 01

Tourism Policy, Governance & Strategic Management Frameworks

Theme 02

Destination Management, Competitiveness & Business Strategy

Theme 03

Innovation, Digital Transformation & Smart Tourism Systems

Theme 04

Sustainable Tourism, ESG Practices & Responsible Management

Theme 05

Tourism Economics: Economic Growth, Employment & Foreign Exchange

Theme 06

Hospitality Management, Investment Strategies & Emerging Markets

Theme 07

Leadership, Human Resource Management & Organizational Behaviour in Tourism

Theme 08

Pakistan–Türkiye Tourism Corridor: International Collaboration, Strategic Partnerships & Cross-Cultural Management

Theme 09

Interdisciplinary Research, Emerging Trends & Contemporary Issues

Mark Your Calendar

Important Dates

 

Please note that all dates are tentative.

Abstract Submission Opens

1 June 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline

31 August 2026

Acceptance Notification

30 September 2026

Full Paper Deadline

31 October 2026

Conference Dates

22 – 28 December 2026

Proceedings Publication

March 2027

What to Expect

Key Features

Peer-Reviewed Research

Double-blind peer review ensuring rigorous academic quality. Selected papers presented in dedicated research sessions.

B2B Meetings

Structured business-to-business meetings connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals.

Policy Dialogue

High-level policy sessions bridging academia and government, addressing trade and geopolitical challenges.

International Networking

Connect with delegates from 20+ universities and international institutions across the globe.

Publication Opportunities

Conference proceedings to be published and indexed in Scopus/Taylor and Francis.

City Visits & Trade Forums

Organized visits to international universities, chambers of commerce, and exposure to regional business environments.

Submission Guidelines

● Submission through the online portal

 

● Abstract length: Maximum 250 words with 5 keywords

 

● Full-length research papers: 6,000–8,000 words

 

● Formatting style: APA 7th Edition referencing guidelines

 

● Submissions must be in MS Word (.docx) format only

 

● Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing

 

● Manuscript should include author information (name, affiliation, and email address)

 

● Maximum Turnitin similarity threshold: 19%

 

● AI-assisted writing must be explicitly declared

Who Should Submit

Publication & Collaboration

Research Publication Opportunities

Top 20% to 30% full lenght papers can get the opportunity to be published in the conference proceeding book in Scopus/WOS.

Taylor & Francis

Scopus / Web of Science

International Collaborations

Organizing Institution

Participation Fee

Estimated Package

PKR 335,000

8 Days & 7 Nights

What's included

Note: (Excluded)

ICMR 2025 Glimpses