ANZAM Conference 2026: Call for Papers

Leading in a Time of Transformation: Making a Difference

The Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) invites researchers, academicians, doctoral scholars, practitioners, consultants, policymakers, and industry professionals to participate in the ANZAM Conference 2026.

As one of the leading management conferences in the Asia-Pacific region, ANZAM provides a platform for exchanging ideas, presenting cutting-edge research, and discussing the evolving challenges and opportunities facing organizations, leaders, and societies worldwide.

Conference Theme

Leading in a Time of Transformation: Making a Difference

The 2026 conference theme emphasizes the critical role of leadership, innovation, and collaboration in addressing contemporary organizational and societal challenges. Participants will explore how management research and practice can contribute to creating meaningful and lasting impact in a rapidly changing world.

Conference Details

📅 Conference Dates: 30 November – 2 December 2026

📍 Venue: Sydney, Australia

🏛 Organized By: Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM)

Key Conference Tracks

The conference welcomes submissions across a broad range of management disciplines, including:

Leadership & Organizational Behaviour

Research on leadership, employee behaviour, organizational culture, and workplace dynamics.

Strategy, Innovation & Change

Studies exploring strategic management, innovation processes, organizational change, and competitive advantage.

Entrepreneurship & New Ventures

Research related to startups, entrepreneurial ecosystems, venture creation, and innovation-driven enterprises.

Sustainability & Responsible Management

Exploration of ESG, corporate responsibility, sustainability strategies, and ethical management practices.

Digital Transformation & Technology

Emerging technologies, digital innovation, artificial intelligence, and technology-driven organizational change.

Human Resource Management

Workforce development, talent management, employee engagement, and future workplace trends.

Marketing & Consumer Behaviour

Consumer insights, branding, digital marketing, and evolving market dynamics.

Accounting, Finance & Governance

Research addressing financial management, governance frameworks, and corporate accountability.

Public Management & Policy

Public sector innovation, governance, policymaking, and institutional development.

Management Education

Innovative approaches to teaching, learning, curriculum development, and management pedagogy.

Why Participate?

Present Your Research

Share your work with an international audience of scholars, researchers, and practitioners.

Build Global Networks

Connect with leading academics, industry professionals, and policymakers from around the world.

Receive Valuable Feedback

Gain insights and constructive feedback from experts in your field.

Explore Collaborative Opportunities

Develop partnerships for future research projects and academic collaborations.

Stay Ahead of Emerging Trends

Engage with contemporary discussions on leadership, innovation, sustainability, and organizational transformation.

Who Should Attend?

Faculty Members
Researchers
Ph.D. Scholars
Postdoctoral Fellows
Industry Professionals
Consultants and Practitioners
Policymakers
Management Educators
Graduate Students

About ANZAM

The Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) is a premier professional association dedicated to advancing management scholarship, research, education, and practice. Through its annual conference, ANZAM brings together a diverse community of scholars and practitioners committed to generating knowledge and creating positive impact.

Learn More

🌐 Conference Website: https://anzamconference.org/

ANZAM Conference 2026: Call for Papers

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