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Call for Papers
Conference Tracks Conference Programme Paper Submission Awards and Publication Doctoral Colloquium WAIB Speed Mentoring Professional and Methods Workshops PDWs and Career Development Registration and Fees Venue and Location Accommodation Contact Us IMPORTANT DATES:Main conference Paper Submission Deadline: 2 February 2025
Doctoral Colloquium Paper Submission Deadline: 17 February 2025 Pavlos Dimitratos Best Dissertation Award Deadline: 27 February 2025 Early Bird Registration Deadline (for Presenting and Non-Presenting Authors): 12 March 2025 Final Conference Registration Deadline: 04 April 2025 (no dinner guaranteed after 13 March) Doctoral Colloquium, Welcome Reception, Paper Development Workshops, and Research Method Workshops: 24 April 2025 Main Conference: 24-26 April 2025 VENUE:Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK.
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Professional and Methods Workshops Ivey Professional Workshop
"Solvable: Teaching Sustainability in Times of ESG Digitalization, Geo-politicization, and Polarization" Date and time: Thursday 24th April 2025, 9.00am - 12.00pm Discussant(s):
In times of digitalization, geo-politicization, and polarization of environmental, social and governance (ESG), new dilemmas and pedagogies engage today’s students in tomorrow’s sustainability decisions. Inspired by Susan Solomon’s book Solvable, this case teaching and writing workshop offers a synthesis of suitable case-based resources and approaches for prioritizing Grand Challenges, sustainable development goals (SDGs) and inner development goals (INGs) in the international business curricula. By attending this 3-hour workshop you will learn about case-based pedagogies, specifically: what a case study is, how to teach with case studies, and how to write case studies. Award-winning case writer and teacher, Professor Oana Branzei will facilitate an immersive three-part agenda. Please email Dr Jill Juergensen to register for the workshop ([email protected]) and put “IVEY workshop” in the subject line; we will then secure your place (subject to availability)! Research Methods Workshop I "Innovative Research Methods for IB" Date and time: Thursday 24th April 2025, 3.00pm - 4.30pm Discussant(s):
Beyond the mean: leveraging random parameter models to uncover firm heterogeneity in International Business International business research often seeks to understand the varying effects of firms' actions on key outcomes, such as performance or location choice. However, standard regression models typically estimate only average effects, overlooking firm-specific heterogeneity. This session explores the application of random parameter models (RPMs) in identifying and analysing these heterogeneous effects. RPMs enable researchers to distinguish between effects with significant mean estimates and those characterized by substantial variance, offering deeper insights into firm-specific heterogeneity. Overall, RPMs allow IB researchers to test and build new theories at a more granular level. We provide an overview of the econometric foundations of RPMs and illustrate their application in estimating location choice models and assessing multinational externalities in host countries. International Business Research and Configurational Analysis This session offers Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) as a valuable yet underutilized analytical tool for IB research. QCA provides an innovative approach to empirical scientific work by integrating the key strengths of qualitative (case-oriented) and quantitative (variable-oriented) methodology for small, medium, and large sample IB studies, and thus can be used effectively in settings that are ill-suited for quantitative research methods. We also discuss how it can be useful with experiments, indexes and longitudinal data. Moreover, this session shows how QCA can be used for qualitative and quantitative analysis of the data. To increase adoption, we also provide code to help facilitate learning and applying QCA for international business, strategy, and management research. Research Methods Workshop II "The Art of Reviewing for IB Journals and Conferences" Date and time: Thursday 24th April 2025, 3.00pm - 4.30pm Discussant(s):
Research Methods Workshop III "Writing Protocol-Based Literature Review Paper" Date and time: Thursday 24th April 2025, 4.30pm - 6.00pm Discussant(s):
The ability to systematically identify, analyse, and synthesize relevant literature is a critical skill for researchers. With the exponential growth of academic publications, particularly in business and management studies, literature reviews have become both an essential research tool and a frequent form of scholarly contribution. However, the sheer volume of literature review submissions to journals has led to increasing scrutiny from editors and reviewers, making it more difficult for these papers to pass through the peer-review process. This workshop introduces participants to protocol-based literature reviews, distinguishing them from systematic literature reviews as a research method. We will discuss the evolving expectations for literature review papers, the quality criteria that shape high-impact reviews, and common pitfalls that lead to desk rejections. Participants will gain practical insights into crafting meaningful research questions for literature reviews, structuring review protocols, and ensuring methodological rigor in their approach. Additionally, the workshop will cover tools and techniques for managing and analysing large bodies of literature efficiently. We will explore different software applications such as EndNote, NVivo, and VOSviewer, demonstrating how these tools can aid in designing search strategies, organising data, and enhancing analytical creativity. By the end of this session, participants will be better equipped to navigate the challenges of publishing literature reviews, develop stronger review protocols, and align their work with current editorial expectations. Research Methods Workshop IV "Tips for Rigorous Research" Date and time: Thursday 24th April 2025, 4.30pm - 6.00pm Discussant(s):
In this workshop, we will explore what it means to do ‘rigorous’ research, with a particular focus on quantitative and qualitative methods and how these are employed in IB research. The goal is to explore the techniques and strategies used in conducting research that can become published in leading international business and management journals. The workshop is designed to also help participants translate their research skills into high quality published work. We will cover, amongst other aspects: Formulating Research Questions and Hypotheses - How to define a clear, focused research question. - Understanding hypotheses and how to structure them for testing. - Developing a research problem and objectives. - Developing propositions from qualitative research. Writing Research Papers - Organizing and structuring research papers (abstract, introduction, methodology, results, discussion). - Academic writing. - Common pitfalls in writing and how to avoid them. |