
January 14, 2027 To January 15, 2027

International Conferences

BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus

Dubai

Management Studies
The Department of Management Studies, BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus, is delighted to host the International Conference on Management Innovation & Business Transformation (ICMIBT 2027) on 14–15 January 2027. The conference will bring together researchers, academicians, industry professionals and experts to explore emerging ideas, innovative practices and transformative approaches shaping the future of business and management. The conference aims to facilitate an intellectual and meaningful dialogue on emerging developments that are redefining the future of management and business. ICMIBT 2027 will be a valuable opportunity to connect and network with other participants, fostering research collaborations and generating insights through keynote sessions, scholarly presentations and expert discussions.
The general objective of ICMIBT 2027 is to provide an international and interdisciplinary platform that advances high-quality management research, promotes dialogue on innovation and business transformation, strengthens collaboration among academia, industry and policymakers, supports emerging scholars and encourages responsible, sustainable and technology-enabled solutions to contemporary business challenges.
Authors are invited to submit extended abstracts covering, but not limited to, the following areas:
The above themes are indicative and not exhaustive. Research contributions of exceptional quality from all areas of management and related disciplines are encouraged for submission.
ICMIBT 2027 is committed to supporting the development of emerging researchers. The Student Research Track will provide undergraduate and postgraduate students with an opportunity to present completed or ongoing research before an international academic audience.
The track aims to provide constructive feedback, encourage interaction with experienced researchers and strengthen the quality and practical relevance of student research. Submissions may include research proposals, work-in-progress studies, dissertation-based research, pilot studies and completed research papers.
At least one student author must register for and present the accepted work to be considered for the Best Paper Award.
| Pre-conference Workshops on: |
| Academic Writing Essentials: From Manuscript Preparation to Publication |
| Tea Break |
| Advanced Research Methods |
| Registration |
| Inaugural Ceremony |
| Keynote Address 1 |
| Tea break |
| Parallel Technical Sessions 1 |
| Lunch |
| Parallel Technical Sessions 2 |
| High Tea |
| Gala Dinner |
| Keynote Address 2 |
| Tea break |
| Parallel Technical Sessions 3 |
| Lunch |
| Valedictory Session & Best Paper Awards |
| High tea |
| Evening City Tour* |
We invite the submission of extended abstracts (1,500 - 2,000 words) via the Google Form link by 31st October 2026. The extended abstract should clearly present the research objectives, methodology, key findings and contributions of the study. Submissions must be prepared in Microsoft Word format.
All submissions will undergo a peer-review process by an expert review panel to determine their suitability for presentation at the conference. Authors of accepted abstracts who wish to be considered for the conference publication opportunity will be invited to submit their full papers (5000 - 7000 words) by 30 November 2026. Only selected papers will be considered for publication. All manuscripts will undergo an independent peer-review process and must comply with the editorial policies, submission requirements and quality standards of the respective journal.
ICMIBT 2027 will be conducted in hybrid mode (in-person and online) from 14–15 January 2027.
| Milestone | Date |
| Call for Papers Opens | Aug 10, 2026 |
| Paper Submission Deadline | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | Nov 13, 2026 |
| Registration Opens | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration Closes | Nov 25, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | Dec 10, 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 14–15 January 2027 |
| Category | Regular | Early Bird |
| Scholars | AED 700 | AED 600 |
| Faculty / Industry experts | AED 1000 | AED 900 |
Registration is mandatory for all in-person participants and should be completed in accordance with the applicable registration category and deadlines. Each attendee visiting the BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus to participate in the conference must register separately.
For online presentations, the presenting author must complete the conference registration. Registration is required for presentation of an accepted paper and participation in the conference programme.
| Bank Name | HSBC |
| Account name | BITS PILANI FZ LLC |
| Account No | 026-307181-001 |
| IBAN | AE4502 000 000 2630 7181 001 |
| Swift | BBMEAEAD |
Selected high-quality, original and unpublished research papers aligned with the conference themes may be shortlisted for an expedited peer-review process and considered for possible publication in a special issue of a peer-reviewed journal or in an edited volume published by a reputable Scopus-indexed publisher. All submitted manuscripts will be subject to a rigorous double-blind peer-review process and must comply fully with the editorial policies, publication ethics and quality standards prescribed by the respective journal or publisher.
Selected full papers from the conference will be considered for publication in any of the following journals:
The following hotels are suggested accommodation options located conveniently close to the conference venue - BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus. Participants are requested to make their own accommodation arrangements and bookings directly with the respective hotels.
| Hotel | Address | Website | Google Maps Location | Contact |
| VOGO Grand Hotel Dubai, Academic City | VOGO Grand Hotel, Al Ruwayyah First, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, UAE. |
vogogranddubai.com | location | Phone: 971 48730000 |
| info.grand@vogohotels.com | ||||
| Premier Inn, Dubai Silicon Oasis | Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
premierinn.com | location | Phone: 971 45219262 |
| DSO@mena.premierinn.com | ||||
| Radisson Red, Dubai Silicon Oasis | Dubai Digital Park - Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis - Dubai |
radissonhotels.com | location | Phone: 971 45714343 |
| hotline@radissonred.com |
Participants are required to make their own visa arrangements for attending the conference. The acceptance letter may be used to support the visa application. If required, a separate letter for visa processing purposes can be provided upon request.
BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus,
Dubai International Academic City,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
P.O. Box No. 345055
For any queries regarding paper submission,
please contact:
Email: icmibt2027@dubai.bits-pilani.ac.in
Phone: +971 581798281/ +971 507542536/
+971 543270873/ +971 588507457
By Car:
Our campus is approximately 20-30 minutes from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Downtown Dubai, and 1 hour 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), depending on traffic.
By Public Transport:
You can reach the campus by bus (routes 366 and 320) or taxi. Currently, the metro does not extend to the DIAC zone. For more information, visit the RTA website (https://www.rta.ae/wps/portal/rta/ae/public-transport) or call their 24/7 call centre toll-free at 8009090.
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