INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT (ICBM) 2023

(Creating End User Value Through Sustainable Business and Analytics)

The International Conference on Business & Management (ICBM) 2023 is being organized this year with the theme: Creating End User Value Through Sustainable Business and Analytics. The ICBM offers a platform for business researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs to discuss and exchange ideas concerning the theory, research and practice of business & management discipline. The ICBM 2023 will be held on May 19-20, 2023 at Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi, Pakistan. The event will be hosted by the Faculty of Business Administration of the University.

ICBM 2023 CHAIRS

Patron
Prof. Dr. Zubair Ahmed Shaikh


Conference Chair
Dr. Hina Fatima (hina.fatima@jinnah.edu)


General Chair

  • Prof. Dr. Muhammad Azam (Muhammad.azam@jinnah.edu)
  • Dr. S.M Noaman Ahmed Shah (syednoaman.shah@jinnah.edu)
  • Dr. Nauman Zaheer (nauman.zaheer@jinnah.edu)


Co-Chair

  • Dr. Muhammad Asif Qureshi (drasifqureshi@jinnah.edu)
  • Dr. Junaid Rehman Shaikh (junaid.rehman@jinnah.edu)
  • Dr. Ghulam Muhammad (gm@jinnah.edu)
  • Dr. Qamar Abbas (drqamar@jinnah.edu)

CONFERENCE THEMES

The ICBM 2023 technical committee invites submissions across the following 7 themes.

Theme
1 Strategic HRM, Leadership and Organizational Psychology

i) Business Informatics for Competitive Market Advantage
ii) Knowledge Economy & Knowledge Society
iii) Modern Trends in Leadership and Strategic HRM

2 Digital Marketing, Social Media and Entrepreneurship

iv) E-commerce and Digital Marketing
v) Social Media: Information Sharing, Privacy, Security & Ethics
vi) Consumer Psychology in Digital Age
vii) Entrepreneurship and Startups Development

3

Emerging Trends in Banking and Finance

viii) Emerging Trends in Accounting and Finance
ix) Islamic Banking and Shariah Compliant Financing
x) Fintech and Blockchain Technologies

4

Supply Chain and Operations Management

xi) Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Management
xii) Quality and Operations Management

5

Project Management

xiii) Contemporary Trends in Project Management
xiv) Project Management Applications in Healthcare, engineering and IT.

6

Technology and Innovation Management

xv) Business Value of Big Data Analytics for Government, Industry and Society
xvi) AI and IoT for Smart Cities, Governments & Societies
xvii) Business & Management Education: Digital Learning Trends and Platforms
xviii) Advances In Business Research Methods, Theories and Approaches

7

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Socio-economic Development

xix) Sustainable Business Performance & Socio-economic Growth
xx) Impact of Foreign Aid and Debt Financing on Developing Economies
xxi) Regional Trade and Geopolitics of CPEC
xxii) Responsible Resource Production & Consumption

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

 

 

Important Links
Conference Website www.icbm.maju.edu.pk
Conference Email icbm@jinnah.edu
Paper Template ICBM 2023 Conference Paper Template
ICBM 2023 Submission Link CMT Submission Link
Key Dates
Submission Open February 01, 2022
Paper Submission Deadline March 15, 2023
Acceptance/Rejection Notification March 25, 2023
Final Paper Submission Deadline April 05, 2023
Final Acceptance/Rejection Notification April 15, 2023
Registration Deadline April 25, 2023
Main Conference May 19-20, 2023

ICBM 2023 SUBMISSION TYPES AND REVIEW CRITERIA

Guidelines For Submission

All papers must be original and not under consideration by another conference or research journal. Papers are invited in the following categories.

Guidelines for Full Length Papers

The full-length research papers (16 pages maximum) should describe unpublished and original work related to any of the above conference themes. The page limit includes everything in the submission (i.e. title, text, figures, tables, appendices (if any) and references. Submissions exceeding this limit will be automatically rejected. For empirical studies, full length research papers should include complete analyses and results. Th full length papers should be treated as similar to a journal submission but shorter in length. All submitted papers must conform to the ICBM 2023 submission requirements mentioned in the ‘Submission Formatting Requirements and Checklist’ section.

Review Process Criteria for Full Length Papers

  • Topic is relevant to the chosen theme.
  • Research Problem and objectives are clearly mentioned.
  • Paper is well-written (i.e., it is well structured, has a logical flow and connectivity).
  • Paper is interesting and draws readers’ attention.
  • Literature review is appropriate and adequate (considering the prescribed length of the paper)
  • Research methodology is appropriate & relevant/Materials and Methods are appropriate & relevant.
  • Analyses, results & discussions are appropriate.
  • Paper makes valuable and original contributions.
  • References are sufficient, relevant and consistent.

Guidelines for Research-in-Progress Papers

The Research-in-Progress papers (10 pages maximum) should describe unpublished and original work related to any of the above conference themes. The page limit includes everything in the submission (i.e. title, text, figures, tables, appendices (if any) and references. Submissions exceeding this limit will be automatically rejected. The Research-in-Progress papers should highlight your ongoing research with expected research contribution on the basis of anticipated data collection & methods. The papers could take the form of a novel theoretical concept, perspective or framework, or an empirical work with initial results. Such papers can also include a business system, product prototype, service model or platform which is yet to be tested. The Research-in-Progress papers should also include brief details about what is still required to complete the work. As an early career researcher or research student, presenting your work-in-progress paper would help you get valuable feedback from experienced researchers on how to further improve the quality and novelty of your work before submitting to an appropriate journal outlet. All papers must conform to the ICBM 2023 requirements mentioned in the ‘Submission Instructions and Formatting Requirements’ section.

Review Process Criteria for Research-in-Progress Papers

  • Topic is relevant to the chosen theme
  • Research Problem and objectives are clearly mentioned.
  • Paper is well-written (i.e., it is well structured, has a logical flow and connectivity).
  • Paper is interesting and draws readers’ attention.
  • Literature review is appropriate and adequate (considering the prescribed length of the paper)
  • Research methodology is appropriate & relevant/Materials and Methods are appropriate & relevant.
  • Analyses, results & discussions are appropriate (if applicable).
  • Paper has the potential to make valuable and original contributions.
  • References are sufficient, relevant and consistent.

Guidelines for Posters

Participants should submit 1-page PPT based Poster along with a 400-500 words Abstract/Executive Summary (as applicable) of their work. The poster should provide key details of their Startup Project/Final Year Project/Business (Research) Project/Industry Project/Capstone that they have recently completed related to the design/development/creation/implementation of a product, service, system, process, technology, platform etc.
Research students can also present a poster from their MS/M.Phil & PhD work. Presenting your work as a poster would help you get diverse feedback from researchers, consultants and industry experts and they will also get an opportunity to pitch and potentially get sponsorship or at least validation of their proposed idea. The specific submission requirements are in the ‘Submission Instructions and Formatting Requirements’ section.

 

PAPER PUBLICATION IN PARTICIPATING JOURNALS

Selected conference papers from the above submission categories will be invited to publish their full-scale papers in a special issue of the following HEC recognized research journals after undergoing a formal review process and upon fulfillment of the publication requirements as applies to each of the participating journals.
  • Frontiers In Psychology (HEC Recognized W Category Journal).
  • Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Innovation, Coral Publications Ltd (HEC Recognized Y Category Journal).
  • Journal of Management Practices, Humanities and Social Sciences, Global Illuminators (HEC Recognized Y category Journal).
  • International Journal of Business and Economic Affair (HEC Recognized Y category Journal).

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS AND FORMATTING REQUIREMENTS

Please carefully read the following submission instructions and formatting requirements before submitting your work to ICBM 2023 in order to avoid desk rejection of your paper.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS (FOR FULL LENGTH & RESEARCH-IN-PROGRESS PAPERS ONLY)

ICBM 2023 Conference Paper Submission Template: All submissions must use ICBM 2023 Conference Paper Template. Any submission that doesn’t use the above ICBM 2023 Conference Paper template or doesn’t adhere to these formatting requirements will be desk rejected.

Submission Type: The submission type “Full Length Paper or Research-in-Progress Paper” should be mentioned just below the paper title where it says “Submission Type” by replacing the text and using the same format.

Abstract Length: Please ensure the length of abstract must not exceed 250 words (for full length paper and research in progress paper) and 500 words (for student posters).

Originality: All submissions to ICBM 2023 must be original and not under submission or review by any other conference or research journal.

Language: The language of conference is English. Any of the English language dialects such as British, American, Australian or Canadian is accepted in conference submissions provided it is used consistently.

Submission Document Type: All submissions must be in PDF format. Submissions done in other format will not be considered for review process.

Paper Length: Each submission type has a specific page length as mentioned in the below table. Submissions exceeding the prescribed page length will be rejected without review.

Anonymous Submissions: All submissions must be anonymized i.e., the Authors name(s) should not appear anywhere on the paper, document properties or pdf file. Please be informed that the submissions revealing author names will be desk rejected outright without any further review. Also don’t include anything in the Acknowledgement Section until the final version is accepted.

Order and Number of Authors: Each author can make a maximum of 3 submissions. After initial submission, authors new authors cannot be added, or previous authors deleted from the paper.

Copyrights: For all the papers accepted into ICBM 2023, the copyrights will be retained by the authors. However, the authors, by submitting their papers agree that ICBM 2023 Program Committee at MAJU can publish and reproduce any accepted papers in the participating journals on separate terms and conditions.

Where to Submit Paper: All papers must be submitted via Microsoft CMT submission system at

CMT Link which requires creation of an account if you already don’t have one.

FORMATTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Page Size & Margins: Follow standard A4 size default page margins. All no-text data must be aligned within these margins.
  • Paper Title: Must be 16 points size and centered with Arial Black font. The title should be First word capital i.e. (International Conference on Business & Management 2023).
  • Headings & Subheadings: All first order headings must be 14 points, Bold, Century Gothic Font style. All second order headings must be 12 points, Bold, Century Gothic Font style. All third order headings must be 11 points, Italicized, Century Gothic Font style.
  • Body Text: The text in the body along with references must use 10 points, Justified, Century Gothic Font style.
  • Sections: Ensure sections are not assigned any serial number.
  • Indent: Do not indent the first line of a new paragraph.
  • References: Make sure to include the word “References” using 12 points, Bold, Century Gothic Font style) just before the references. Reference style to be used is APA. All reference entries must be in alphabetical order and use 10 points, Justified, Century Gothic Font style. The line space between the references should be 1 pt. References should not be assigned any numbers or bullets.
  • Line Spacing: Ensure the line spacing is 1.15.
  • Spacing Between the Paragraphs: Use the 6 points spacing between the paragraphs.
  • Figure/Table Caption: All tables, figure must use 10 points, Centered & Bold Century Gothic Font style.
  • Picture/Image Format: All text, tables, figures, appendices (if any) and references must be inserted into your body of paper as relevant. The pictures and images must be in JPG/PNG format.
  • Short Paper Title: Make sure to include a short paper title (up to 8 words maximum) in the page header. Don’t alter header margins.
  • Conference Details: The footer of the paper should include the conference title “International Conference on Business & Management (ICBM) 2023, MAJU, Karachi” using 10 points, Centered, Bold & italicized Century Gothic Font style.
Submission Type Maximum Length
Full Length Paper 16 Pages
Paper Template 10 Pages
Poster (Exhibition/Display) 1 PPT Slide Printed on Chart (22 x 28 inches)

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE AND PAYMENT METHODS

Payments can be made through the following methods.

  • Online in the following University account using the description ‘ICBM 2023 Participant’.

Account name: Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
Dubai Islamic Bank account# 0372611002
IBAN# PL77DUIB0000000372611002

  • In person visit of the MAJU accounts office.

Note: It is necessary to complete the registration form (google form link comes here) and upload the proof of payment, enabling us to confirm your registration.

Any further payment enquiries can be made at icbm2023@jinnah.edu (Subject: ICBM 2023 Registration Payments)

Registration Fees & Discounts

Participant Category Attendance Mode
Physical

Early Bird

(Physical Participants Only)

Online
Researcher and Academic (Local) Rs 7000 Rs 4000 Rs 3500
Researcher and Academic (International) 50 USD 30 USD 25 USD
MAJU Faculty and Staff Rs 5000 Rs 3000
Student (Local) Rs 5000 Rs 3000 Rs 2500
Student (International) 40 USD 25 USD 20 USD
MAJU Student & Alumni Presenter Rs 4000 Rs 2500 Rs 2000
Industry Presenter Rs 8000 Rs 5000 Rs 4000
Participants from Academia & Industry Rs 3000 Rs 1500

ICBM 2023 SPONSORSHIPS & EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITIES

The MAJU ICBM is a leading forum that connects business & management researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs from academia, industry and government, providing them with opportunities for R&D collaborations, talent hunting and networking with the like-minded professionals.

Sponsorship Categories and Benefits

You are invited to become ICBM 2023 Sponsor. The sponsors will be able to build or promote their brand coupled with an opportunity to fund conference registrations for the university students. You can also nominate the employees from your organization to attend the conference as presenter or participant. The specific benefits of sponsorships are mentioned for each category.

Category Benefits and CSR Contribution
Platinum Sponsorship
(Rs 250,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Advertise your company/organization using videos, slideshows or 15-minute presentations.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Sponsor registrations of 20 students to give paper or poster presentations.
  • Invite up to 20 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor travel of Keynote Speakers, Guest Speakers and Session Chairs.
  • Sponsor lunch during the conference.
Gold Sponsorship
(Rs 200,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Advertise your company/organization using videos, slideshows or 10-minute presentations.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Sponsor registrations of 15 students to give paper or poster presentations.
  • Invite up to 15 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor lunch during the conference.
Silver Sponsorship
(Rs 150,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Sponsor registrations of 10 students to give paper or poster presentations.
  • Invite up to 15 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor refreshments during the conference.
Bronze Sponsorship
(Rs 100,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Sponsor registrations of 10 students to give paper or poster presentations.
  • Invite up to 10 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
Lunch Sponsorship
(Rs 75,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Sponsor registrations of 5 students to give paper or poster presentations.
  • Invite up to 5 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor lunch during the conference.
Publication Sponsorship (Rs 50,000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company logo on the conference website and the downloadable conference program.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Invite up to 5 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor publication materials and conference proceedings.
Refreshment Sponsorship
(Rs 25000)
  • Promote your brand at a place allocated for your company stall/booth and standees.
  • Brand promotion, visibility and exposure on MAJU social media pages.
  • Placement of your company flyer on the university screens and noticeboard during the conference.
  • Hire MAJU graduates for various job roles and internships.
  • Consult MAJU faculty and researchers for your R&D and Industry projects.
  • Invite up to 5 members of your organization to attend free of cost.
  • Sponsor refreshments during the conference.

Sponsorship Payment Methods

Sponsorship Payment Methods

  • Online in the following University account using the description ‘ICBM 2023 Sponsor’.

Account name: Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
Dubai Islamic Bank account# 0372611002
IBAN# PL77DUIB0000000372611002

  • Via crossed checks/demand draft in the favour of Mohammad Ali Jinnah University received in person or by registered mail.
  • In person visit of the MAJU accounts office.


Any further enquiries related to sponsorships and payments, please contact us at icbm2023@jinnah.edu (Subject: ICBM 2023 Sponsorships)

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information and enquiries, please contact our conference managers. 

General Registration, Admin and Sponsorship Enquiries

Mr. Muhammad Asim Ansari (asim.ansari@jinnah.edu)

Paper Submission Related Enquiries

Ms. Khadeja Khan (icbm2023@jinnah.edu; khadeja.khan@jinnah.edu)

Conference Venue

MOHAMMAD ALI JINNAH UNIVERSITY
Lal Kothi Bus Stop, Main Shahrah-e-Faisal, 22-E, Block 6 PECHS, Karachi, 75400, Pakistan


Click below for google map address
https://goo.gl/maps/zYhDcQiHuVGNozh37