About the Conference

This conference intends to bring together innovative academicians and industrial experts in the field of Management to a common forum. The conference will provide the stimulus required in advancing the research, teaching and practice of management as well as business throughout the world in an intellectually stimulating, constructive, supportive and friendly environment.

Participants will get an opportunity to exchange ideas on the latest issues and challenges in the field of management at national and international level and answer to the most urgent questions that management is confronted with the reality of the 21st century.

Objectives

This conference seeks to build growing base of research in the area of management to reflect on what has been learnt so far, to understand contemporary phenomena and speculate as to future directions in the field of business and industry, education and society.

About the Outcomes

It helps in identifying best practices that leads to revelation of better innovative practices and applications which can help industry, business, people and society at large in bringing excellence for collective betterment. The discourse during the conference on various dimensions of management will help everyone to explore and learn new vistas and frontiers to apply and seek holistic picture.

About the University

Uka Tarsadia University (UTU) is emerging as preferred destination for students opting for higher education because of world class infrastructure, qualified faculty, innovative teaching & learning approach.

UTU is established under Gujarat Private University, Act No. 25-2011 Government of Gujarat and approved under section 22 of UGC Act 1956. The University is promoted and managed by Bardoli Pradesh Kelvani Mandal (BPKM).

BPKM is a public trust founded in 1960 to cater the educational needs of the tribal belt of South Gujarat region. Academic programs across the disciplines of Management, Computer Science, Engineering and Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Science, Pharmacy, Commerce, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Architecture and Institute of Sports are the significant break through sin the campus.

UTU offers a challenging and intellectual environment with more than 10000 students and 80 Diploma, Undergraduate and Post Graduate degree programs in more than twenty fields of study as well as opportunities for involvement in innovative research projects and life enhancing community service.

About Faculty of Commerce and Management

The Faculty of Commerce and Management of Uka Tarsadia University was established in the year 2011 to instil a wide knowledge in the young energetic blood in the field of Commerce and Management courses to achieve the success.

In line with the rapid changes in the Indian economy the relevance of commerce and management education has become more essential in the country. In order to produce smart, innovative and creative professionals to the community the faculty has instigated more opportunities by practical training, internships, research projects, etc. as well as a wide range of specialization in all programme offered under faculty of Commerce and Management at UTU.

Faculty of Commerce and Management at Uka Tarsadia University offers Ph.D., MBA, M.Com, BBA, and B.Com.

Call for Papers

The Conference organizing committee takes pleasure in inviting research papers and case studies referring to the theme- "Contemporary Issues in Commerce & Management".

Who can attend?

The conference shall provide an effective platform for researchers, academicians and professionals to meet interact and exchange new research ideas. To facilitate this, the conference can be attended by academicians, corporate delegates, management consultants, industry experts, and people from NGOs, research scholars and practicing managers who can highlight the existing practices, issues, challenges, strategies and future trends relating to the main theme and sub-themes of the conference. Delegates can attend the conference either as a participant or paper presenter and get benefited by the knowledge sharing experience.

Publication Opportunities

The selected papers will be published in Peer Reviewed Journal - "Global Journal of Research in Management" December 2024 Issue.

Suggested Themes for Paper

The scope of Conference is wide. Any submission relevant to conference theme area - Contemporary Issues on Commerce and Management is welcome.

Best paper Awards

Best Paper Awards shall be given based on the assessment of each track.

Advisory Board

• Dr. Jimmy Kapadia, Director, SR Luthara Institute of Management, Sarvajanik University, Surat.
• Dr. Manish Siddhpuria, Professor & Head, Department of Business and Industrial Management, VNSGU, Surat.
• Dr. Gaurang Rami, Professor & Head, Department of Economics, VNSGU, Surat.
• Dr. Hetal Tandel, Principal, Government Arts, Commerce & Science College, Kachhal, Dist. Surat.
• Dr. Sandip Bhatti, Professor & Head, Business Studies Department, Sardar Patel University.
• Dr. Bijal Zaveri, Dean, Faculty of Management, Parul University, Baroda.
• Dr. Jayeshbhai Desai, Principal, BRCM College of Management, Sarvajanik Education Society, Surat.
• Dr. Nishit Bhatt, Professor & Head, Hemchandra University, Patan
• Dr. Vishal Shukla, Head, School of Business, Auro University, Surat.

Contact Details / Organizing Committee

Guidelines/Registraion

Abstract Submission:Abstract should not be more than 300 words. It will comprise of the title of the paper, objectives, methodology, rationality and significance. An abstract should accompany 5 key words. Submit abstract before: 15^th May 2024.

Full Paper Submission:Full paper should be less than 4,000 words. It should have an abstract, key words, introduction, literature review, objectives and methodology, analysis & discussion, conclusion and scope for further study followed by references and appendix. Submit full paper before: 15^th June 2024.

Review Process:The abstracts/ full papers submitted for the possible presentation in the conference are subject to a blind review process. The decision of the reviewers will be final and binding. Acceptance/comments of the reviewers of the abstract/full paper will be communicated to the corresponding author within a week of the receipt of the abstract/paper.

• Citations & references should comply with the APA style of referencing. For details on APA referencing style, please visithttp://www.apastyle.org
• Submission must be in MS-Word format (no other format will be accepted) with all four sides 1 inch margin. Should be typed in Times New Roman with font size of 11. Paper title in 14 (Bold) and all sub-headings in 12 (Bold) and line spacing at 1.15.
• Submit abstract/full paper via email to: conference.mgmt@utu.ac.in

Registration

• Registration is mandatory for all participants.
• Registration should be made on or before15th May 2024.
• Presentation in-absentia is not encouraged.
• The fee is inclusive of conference kit, lunch, snacks and certificate.
• Registration fee is non-refundable.

Important Dates:

• Abstract Submission 15^th May 2024
• Full Paper Submission 15^th June 2024
• Last Date for Registration 31^th May 2024

Registration Fees:

• Research Scholar - 500
• Academician/Corporate Person etc. - 750

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