Annual International Management Conference 2026

About the
department

The Department of Management Studies at Jai Hind College, Mumbai, serves as the academic anchor for the institution’s business education ecosystem. It offers a suite of specialized undergraduate programs designed to develop analytically strong, industry-ready graduates. The flagship Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)  program under AICTE emphasizes marketing, finance, business analytics, and entrepreneurship through a rigorous project-based learning framework. The department also offers the BBA industry-integrated program under AICTE, developed in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services, which focuses on business transformation, data analytics, and managerial decision-making for technology-driven business environments. Additional specialized programs include the Bachelor in Digital Strategy (BDS) and the Bachelor in International Accounting (BIA), addressing emerging global and digital business domains. Across all programs, the department adopts an integrated development approach that combines classroom rigor with experiential learning, industry exposure, and applied research. Through internships, live projects, capstone work, and continuous industry interaction, students build strong analytical capability, professional maturity, and strategic perspective.

About the Conference

Industry 5.0: Governance, Technology, and Sustainability at Jai Hind College is not merely a thematic academic gathering—it is a strategically curated, impact-oriented international platform that integrates research excellence, industry engagement, and global publication opportunities within the transformative paradigm of Industry 5.0.

Key Focus Areas

 A Forward-Looking Theme with a Broad Interdisciplinary Canvas

 A Rare Convergence of Academia, Industry and Policy

 Distinguished Global Faculty and a Multi-Format Programme

 Prestigious and Accessible Publication Pathway

 Mumbai: A Gateway to India’s Academic and Economic Capital

Publishing Partners

Accepted papers will be published/considered for publication with the following partners, subject to acceptance and selection as per journal guidelines.

  • Taylor & Francis Group
  • IUP Publications
  • Routledge
  • Emerald Publishing
  • ABDC – Australian Business Deans Council
  • Scopus Indexed Journals

Please note that the conference follows a strict zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism.

Conference Themes/Sub-Themes

The conference welcomes submissions across multiple tracks aligned with Industry 5.0. Topics are not limited to the sub-themes below—any topic relating to the main theme is welcome.

AI & Digital Transformation

  • Role of AI and data analytics
  • Digital business models
  • Ethical AI
  • Productivity & customer experience

Finance and FinTech

  • Digital payments
  • Blockchain
  • Sustainable finance
  • ESG investing
  • Financial inclusion

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

  • Start-up ecosystems
  • Social/green entrepreneurship
  • Women & youth enterprises
  • Public policies

Sustainability & Responsible Management

  • Corporate sustainability
  • ESG reporting
  • Circular economy
  • Sustainable supply chains

Education & Skill Development

  • New teaching methods
  • Sustainable careers
  • Industry-academia collaboration
  • Lifelong learning

Leadership & Human Values

  • Human-machine collaboration
  • Leadership styles
  • Resilient workplaces
  • Ethics & empathy

Distinguished Speakers & Panelists

Distinguished Guests

Name Designation
Prof. Ravindra Kulkarni Chief Guest | Vice Chancellor, University of Mumbai
Prin. (Dr.) Ajay Bhamare Guest of Honor | Pro-Vice-Chancellor, University of Mumbai

Panel Discussion: Contemporary Management Research

Name

Institution

Dr. Mehul Raithatha

IIM Ahmedabad

Dr. Mousami Prasad

IIT Kanpur

Dr. Preeti Virdi

IIM Visakhapatnam

Dr. Disha Bhanot (Moderator)

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai

Panel Discussion: The Editorial Panel

Name

Institution

Dr. Ashish Kumar Jha

Trinity Business School, Ireland

Dr. Sunil Tiwari

University of Bristol, England

Dr. Baidyanath Biswas

Trinity Business School, Ireland

Paper Development Workshop on Systematic Literature Review

Name

Institution

Dr. Shubham Singhania

FORE School of Management, New Delhi

Dr. Varda Sardana

Jaipuria Institute, Noida

Art of Case Writing

Name

Role

Dr. Mita Dixit

Resource Person | Director & Family Business Advisor (FFI-USA)

Mrs. Savita Chhabra

Guest of Honor | Founder Chairperson, HRIPL

Important Dates

Event

Date

Last Date of Registration

10th March 2026

Extended Abstract / Full Paper Submission

10th March 2026

Acceptance Notification

20th March 2026

Conference Date

24th April 2026

Registration Fees

Type of Delegate

Indian Authors (INR)

Foreign Authors (USD)

Academia

₹8,000

$200

Ph.D Scholars

₹5,000

$150

Students (UG/PG)

₹5,000

$150

Industry Professionals

₹10,000

$250

Note: The registration fee covers the publication cost for accepted papers. No separate publication charges will be levied. Registration is mandatory for all Authors/Co-Authors and is inclusive of breakfast, lunch, high tea, gala dinner, conference kit & book proceedings.

Paper Submission Guidelines

Required Information

  • Paper Title
  • Author & Co-Author Names
  • Affiliation & Institution
  • Contact Number & Email IDs

Submission Instructions

  • Extended abstracts should summarize the research in 500–800 words.
  • Full papers should not exceed 6,500 words, including all tables, references, and appendices, and must follow the standard APA format.
  • Authors are expected to present original research that has not been published elsewhere. All data, methods, and findings should be accurately reported, without fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate data manipulation. Authors must properly acknowledge the contributions of others, including citing relevant work.
  • Plagiarism, in any form, is unacceptable and will result in the rejection of the submitted paper.
  • Authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that might influence the results or interpretation of their work.
  • Submitting the same manuscript to multiple conferences or journals simultaneously is considered unethical and is strictly prohibited.
  • Submit all documents in doc/docx Word format through the email at conference2026@jaihindcollege.edu.in
  • Submission Format Summary
Requirement Details
Extended Abstract Word Limit 500–800 words
Full Paper Word Limit Max 6,500 words (including tables, references & appendices)
Paper Size A4
Margins 1″ on all sides
Citation Style APA Format
Plagiarism Allowed Less than 10%
Submission Format MS Word (.doc / .docx)

Paper Must Include

  • Background
  • Objective and Scope
  • Theory
  • Method or Design
  • Key Arguments or Findings
  • Contribution & Implications

Submission & Review Process

Submission Steps

  • Authors register for the conference
  • Submit an extended abstract or Full Paper via email conference2026@jaihindcollege.edu.in
  • Rigorous peer review by members of the scientific committee or a panel of experts
  • Receive acceptance confirmation

Selection Process

  • All submissions are peer-reviewed by members of the scientific committee or a panel of experts.
  • Accepted papers will be presented at the conference and considered for publication in a special issue of a recognized journal and as a book chapter in the edited book proceedings.
  • Authors are expected to present original research that has not been published elsewhere. All data, methods, and findings should be accurately reported, without fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate data manipulation. Authors must properly acknowledge the contributions of others, including citing relevant work.
  • Plagiarism, in any form, is unacceptable and will result in the rejection of the submitted paper. Furthermore, authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that might influence the results or interpretation of their work. Submitting the same manuscript to multiple conferences or journals simultaneously is considered unethical and is strictly prohibited.

Conference Schedule (24th April 2026)

Session

Description

Inaugural Session

  Inaugural ceremony featuring welcome addresses from esteemed dignitaries.

Panel Discussions

Thought-provoking national and international panels bridging academic insights with industry perspectives.

Paper Development Workshop

Interactive workshop designed to refine research papers through expert guidance and collaborative feedback.

Art of Case Writing Workshop

Transforming real business challenges into impactful learning tools.

Exclusive Gala Dinner

Elegant gala evening at The Bombay Presidency Radio Club—a refined setting for networking and conversations.

Patrons

Name

Designation

Dr. Rajesh Thadani

Board President, Jai Hind College (Empowered Autonomous), Mumbai

Prof. (Dr.) Vijay Dabholkar

Principal, Jai Hind College (Empowered Autonomous), Mumbai

Dr. Rakhi Sharma

Director – AICTE Programs, Jai Hind College (Empowered Autonomous), Mumbai

Advisory Board

Name

Role / Institution

Dr. Chandrakant Salunkhe

Founder & President, SME Chamber of India

Dr. Shriniwas Dhure

Director, Sydenham Institute

Dr. Arunima Haldar

Deputy Chairperson, SPJIMR Mumbai

Mr. Shishir Kumar Mishra

Secretary, FSIB

Organizing Committee

Organizing Committee Members:

  • Prateek Kumar
  • Sajiri Dhumak
  • Sravya Peethala

Local Organizing Committee Members:

  • Yasmin Singaporewala
  • Saiprasad Shetty
  • Evelyn Correia
  • Dhriti Jain
  • Mohit Patel
  • Afreen Mazgaonkar

Contact Information

Contact Type

Details

Email

jhc.conference2026@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Phone

+91 22-45243096

Paper Submission Email

jhc.conference2026@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Registration Link

https://linktr.ee/JhcConference

Payment Portal

https://forms.eduqfix.com/sindseminarform/add?formType=0563023743543866

Payment Purpose Code

IC-176 (to be mentioned in Purpose of Amount field)

 

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