About
The global strategic landscape is being reshaped by interconnected challenges: climate change, sustainability transitions, digital disruption, social inequality, shifting geopolitics, and the rapid evolution of technology.
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Organizations are no longer evaluated solely on their economic performance but on their ability to contribute meaningfully to societal progress while maintaining competitive advantage.
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In this context, the influential work of Porter and Kramer (2011) on Creating Shared Value (CSV) provides a transformative strategic lens. CSV calls for firms to integrate societal objectives directly into their core strategy, not as philanthropy or peripheral CSR, but as drivers of innovation, productivity, competitiveness, and social impact.
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Established in 1997, the Strategic Management Forum (SMF) is India's professional association dedicated to advancing strategic management education, research, and practice. With a distinguished legacy spanning over two decades, SMF serves as a dynamic platform bringing together management academics, researchers, consultants, industry professionals, and students to foster excellence in strategic thinking and organizational leadership.
Participation
Global
Days of Conference
About SMF
Select a track to explore the topics covered
We invite original conceptual and empirical research papers addressing the conference theme and related topics within the nine tracks. Papers may employ qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method approaches.
Original Work: Extended abstracts should be original and not under review elsewhere
Maximum Length: 750 words (excluding references, tables, and figures)
Format: Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, APA 7th edition citation style
Submission Portal: Submissions must be made through the conference portal
Review Process: All submissions will undergo double-blind peer review
Presentation: Authors of accepted papers must register and present at the conference
Key Dates
Submissions opens
February 23, 2026
Submission deadline
June 30, 2026
Results notification
July 15, 2026
Registration deadline
August 31, 2026
Conference dates
December 10-12, 2026
Registration includes
Access to all conference sessions, panels, and workshops
Conference kit and materials
Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments on all three days
Indian Institute of Management Ranchi,
Nayasarai Road, Prabandhan Nagar,
Ranchi – 835303, Jharkhand
Address
Limited accommodation within the campus is available on a first-come, first-serve basis
Nearest Airport
Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi
Approximately 10 km from campus
Nearest Railway Station
Ranchi Junction
Approximately 15 km from campus
Best Paper Awards
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