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Overview
An old adage says - When the winds of change flow some people build walls some build windmills. The International Conference Mimansa celebrates the spirit of ‘Problems are Opportunities’ the mantra given by our founder Chancellor Prof. Dr. (Col.) A. Balasubramanian. We are living in a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world which possess many challenges which have only been compounded by the Pandemic. Many organizations saw an opportunity in this scenario and converted the challenges to their advantage. The International Conference will provide a forum for thought leaders from across the world to share their knowledge and insights in the area of Business Management and Technology.
About the conference
Mimansa Conference endeavours to present a confluence of the best of minds in academia and industry on contemporary topics of relevance in the domain of Business Management and Technology. Mimansa, as embodied in its name aims to foster a scientific temper, spirit of enquiry and profound reflection.
At its core, the conference recognizes that crises are not merely challenges to be overcome but also catalysts for transformation and growth. By reframing crises as opportunities for organizational renewal and innovation, businesses can harness their adaptive capabilities to drive positive change and create value for stakeholders.
Moreover, the conference is a forum for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, bridging the gap between academia, industry, and policy. By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, participants can gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play and identify actionable insights that can inform both theory and practice.
The significance of the conference lies in its potential to catalyse meaningful change, not only within individual organizations but also across entire industries and economies. By sharing best practices, exchanging knowledge, and fostering collaboration, the conference aims to inspire a collective effort toward building a more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive future.
Also, High quality research papers and case studies describing original and unpublished results of conceptual, constructive, empirical, experimental, or theoretical work in all areas of Business Management and Technology are cordially invited for presentation at the two-day conference.
Theme of the International Conference
Navigating Change: Transforming Businesses for Resilience and Sustainability
Conference Objective:
- Explore current trends, challenges, and developments in resilience and sustainability within the business context.
- To facilitate sharing of best practices, innovative strategies, and successful case studies illustrating the integration of resilience and sustainability principles in business operations.
- To foster collaboration and networking among academics, industry professionals,policymakers, and stakeholders to exchange ideas and build partnerships.
- To encourage interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange by bringing together experts from various fields to explore holistic approaches to addressing resilience and sustainability challenges in business.
Who Can Participate
- Academicians
- Research Scholars And Students
- Entrepreneurs
- Professionals
- Industry / Business Executives
Call For Papers
MIMANSA 2024 invites submissions under the broad theme of, “Navigating Change: Transforming Businesses for Resilience and Sustainability” across various multidisciplinary research areas. The conference invites research papers and case studies on the following sub tracks. Please note the list is only indicative and papers/cases aligned to the conference theme are invited.
All submitted work should mandatorily have similarity index below 10%.
Conference Tracks
- Globalization trends and their impact on sustainability and resilience
- International market entry strategies in the context of sustainability goals
- Cross-cultural Management and diversity Considerations in global business operations
- International trade agreements and their implications for sustainable development
- Multinational corporations' approaches to sustainability and corporate responsibility
- Resilience strategies for navigating geopolitical uncertainties and trade disruptions
- Sustainable supply chain management in global business networks
- Ethical dilemmas and challenges in international business operations
- Sustainable marketing strategies for resilience and long-term growth
- Brand sustainability and reputation management in times of change
- Consumer behavior toward sustainable and resilient brands
- Green marketing innovations and eco-friendly product promotion
- Marketing analytics for measuring sustainability and resilience impact
- Circular economy principles in marketing strategy and product lifecycle
- Ethical considerations in marketing transformations for sustainability and resilience
- Social responsibility in marketing communications and stakeholder engagement
- Sustainable finance strategies for building business resilience
- ESG integration in investment decisions for long-term sustainability
- Financial risk management and resilience planning in sustainable businesses
- Financing sustainable initiatives and green projects
- Carbon pricing and climate risk assessment in financial strategies
- Sustainable capital markets and green bonds for resilient investments
- Corporate sustainability reporting and transparency in financial disclosures
- Socially responsible investing and shareholder activism for sustainable finance
- Building a resilient workforce through sustainable HR practices
- Employee well-being and mental health support for long-term resilience
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives for sustainable organizations
- Talent development and upskilling for resilient business transformations
- Flexible work arrangements and remote work policies for sustainability and resilience
- Sustainable leadership development and succession planning
- Corporate social responsibility (CSR) integration into HR policies and practices
- Ethical considerations in HR transformations for sustainability and resilience
- Sustainable supply chain management for business resilience
- Green manufacturing and operations practices for long-term sustainability
- Energy efficiency and renewable energy integration in operational resilience
- Sustainable logistics and transportation strategies for resilient supply chains
- Circular economy principles in operations management and waste reduction
- Sustainable procurement and supplier partnerships for resilience
- Eco-friendly packaging and materials management for sustainable operations
- Performance metrics for measuring operational sustainability and resilience
- Data-driven decision-making for sustainability and resilience in business transformations
- Predictive analytics for assessing sustainability risks and resilience strategies
- Performance measurement and KPIs for tracking sustainability and resilience outcomes
- Social media analytics for understanding stakeholder perceptions and sustainability impact
- Machine learning and AI applications for optimizing sustainable business practices
- Big data analytics for identifying opportunities for sustainability and resilience improvements
- Ethical implications and considerations in data-driven sustainability and resilience analytics
- Sustainable business model innovation for resilience and sustainability
- Green entrepreneurship and eco-innovations for long-term success
- Technology-driven solutions for sustainable business transformations
- Social entrepreneurship and community resilience initiatives
- Access to finance and funding opportunities for sustainable startups
- Collaborative partnerships and ecosystem building for resilient innovation
- Sustainable supply chain innovations and disruptions management
- Ethical considerations in entrepreneurship and innovation for sustainability and resilience
- Cross-cutting themes in sustainability, resilience, and business transformations
- Interdisciplinary approaches to addressing complex business challenges
- Integration of sustainability principles into business strategies
- Resilience-building strategies for organizations in volatile environments
- Leadership and change management for sustainable business transformations
- Ethical considerations in business decision-making amidst challenges and opportunities
- Case studies and best practices showcasing successful business transformations
Submission Guidelines
Guidelines for the Submission of Extended Abstract
- Extended abstract should be in MS Word; within 500-1000 words (should not be more than 1000 words) including charts, graphs, figures, and tables but excluding references.
- The Abstract is expected to have sections like
- Introduction (Purpose)
- Review of Literature (Brief)
- Design/Methodology/Approach
- Data Analysis and Findings
- Research Limitations/Implications/Theoretical Contributions
- Practical implications
- Originality/value
- Keywords
- The abstract should be in Times New Roman / 12 pt / 1.5 spaces with page layout specifications: normal margins / Portrait / A4 / single column with page numbers given.
- The charts, graphs, figures, tables, etc. to be pasted in the body of the abstract in the appropriate positions and not at the end. The figures, tables, etc. to be kept in an editable format.
- References should be in APA 7th edition style (A Common Reference Examples Guide can be accessed from the link: https://apastyle.apa.org/instructional-aids/reference-examples.pdf).
- The ‘Anonymous Manuscript (abstract)’ file SHOULD NOT contain any details by which the authors can be identified. The title of the paper should be written at the top of the document.
- Full paper to be submitted after receiving the acceptance mail. Full paper submission guidelines are available on the conference website.
- The papers are to be submitted electronically through the Microsoft CMT Submission link: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/MIMANSA2024
Guidelines for Full Length Paper Submission
Authors who have received the acceptance for their extended abstract are only invited for the submission of full paper.
The papers submitted to the International Conference on MIMANSA-2024 should describe your original work and should not have been published elsewhere or under consideration. The full version of your paper should be formatted as per the guidelines given below. The submitted paper should be between 4,000-6,000 words including all the text, figures, tables, references, and appendices.
Paper Format
All papers submitted for the conference should contain original research that has not been previously presented or scheduled for presentation or accepted and if under review, must not appear in print before the conference. The conference seeks only the abstract for review at this stage. Selected abstracts after the conference will be eligible for Publications.
The full paper should cover the following aspects, but not limited to:
- Title
- Abstract 250-300 words, highlighting the sub-sections such as purpose, design/methodology/approach, findings, research limitations/implications, originality/value.
- Keywords: 5-7
- Introduction
- Objective of the study
- Literature review and research gap
- The study hypothesis (if applicable)
- Methodology adopted
- Empirical or theoretical results
- Findings of the study
- Implications for theory and practice
- References (in APA-7th edition format)
Further Guidelines
- Similarity has to be <10%, the author has to submit the full Turnitin report along with final submission indicating the same.
- The paper required in MS Word, A4 size with 1-inch margin on all sides, “Times New Roman”, font size 12, line spacing 1.5, headings bold, subheadings italic.
- All table, figure, graphs, included in the text with mentions of the source, captions and proper numbering.
- Tables, graphs, figures need to be in black and white only with 300 dpi.
- Author details (name, affiliation, ORCID, if any, e-mail, and contact number) should be mentioned on a separate page. The main article should not include authors’ names and affiliations.
Publication Opportunities:
- Full papers after selection may be published in Conference Proceedings or an Edited Book with ISBN (International or National Publisher).
- Selected Papers may be published in Scopus Indexed, UGC CARE I journals. (Journal Names will be provided later on)
Authors are expected to pay Article Processing Charges of journals (If any).
Important Dates
Details | Dates |
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Extended Abstract Submission Open | 6th June, 2024 |
Last Date of Extended Abstract Submission | 31th July, 2024 |
Extended Abstract and Paper Acceptance | 10th Aug April, 2024 - 16th Aug, 2024 |
Registrations Open | 16th Aug, 2024 |
Last Date for Conference Registration | 10th Sept, 2024 |
Last Date of Full Paper Submission | 10th Sept, 2024 |
Conference dates | 4th & 5th Oct, 2024 |
Registration Guidelines
Authors must register for the conference to ensure inclusion of the paper in the conference program. In-absentia presentation is not allowed, one of the authors must be there for presentation
Registration link: https://edu.easebuzz.in/register/SriJo790/mimansa
The registration fee includes 01 Conference Kit, Lunch (02 Days) and Refreshments. Please note that the registration fee does not cover travel and accommodation. Participants and attendees are requested to make their own arrangements.
Registration fees are inclusive of 18% GST.
Details | Dates |
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Extended Abstract Submission Open | 6th June, 2024 |
Last Date of Extended Abstract Submission | 31th July, 2024 |
Extended Abstract and Paper Acceptance | 10th Aug April, 2024 - 16th Aug, 2024 |
Registrations Open | 16th Aug, 2024 |
Last Date for Conference Registration | 10th Sept, 2024 |
Last Date of Full Paper Submission | 10th Sept, 2024 |
Conference dates | 4th & 5th Oct, 2024 |
Conference Patrons
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Prof. B. Paramanandhan
Chancellor
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Prof. (Dr.) G. K. Shirude
Vice Chancellor
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. Dimple Saini
Senior Director
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. Biju G. Pillai
Director BIIB | Senior Director IT & Admissions Dean
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. S. B. Agase
Registrar
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. Mittal Mohite
Controller Examinations
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. S. B. Agase
Head - Research Center
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. Archana Srivastava
Director - BIMM HOD - Human Resource Development
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. Sanjit Kumar Dash
Director - BIMM HOD - Marketing
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Dr. G. Gopalakrishnan
Director - BIMHRD HOD - General Management
Sri Balaji University, Pune
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Prof. Sanjay Pai
Director Incharge -Academics
Sri Balaji University, Pune
Conference Organizing Committee
Conference Chair:
Dr. Rashmi Mahajan,
Dy Director, BIIB, Sri Balaji University, Pune
Conveners:
Dr. Shubhra Anand, Professor
Dr. Sachin Chavan, Professor
Organizing Secretaries:
Dr. Pallavi Kudal, Associate Professor
Dr. Rahul Waghmare, Sr. Assistant Professor
Coordinator - Publications and Editorial:
Dr. Sudeep Limaye, Sr. Assistant Professor
Conference Process Chart
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Points of Contact:
- Dr. Rahul Waghmare: 09028442619
- Dr. Pallavi Kudal: 07022385233
- Dr. Shubhra Anand: 09049009367
- Dr. Sachin Chavan: 09850919264