This page is a list of PhD Conferences organized worldwide throughout the 2025/2026 academic year. If you are a doctoral student in a discipline related to economics, business administration, management studies, looking for relevant Call-for-Papers (or opportunities to present your research this year), we hope you find our site useful. (Last update: February 18th, 2026)
September 2026
BAM 2026 - 7-11 September 2026, Royal Holloway, University of London. The conference theme "Thriving Together: Impact, Innovation, and Inclusion in Business and Management" encapsulates the core values and strategic priorities of the British Academy of Management (BAM) for 2024-2028. The theme is also aligned with Royal Holloway, University of London research priorities. It emphasizes the importance of fostering a collaborative and supportive environment within the business and management community, where individuals and institutions can work together to make a positive impact on society, drive innovation, and promote inclusivity. The theme recognises that in order to thrive, we must prioritise the wellbeing and success of all members of our community, regardless of their background or identity.June 2026
EURAM 2026 - 16-19 June 2026 at the School of Business and Law of the University of Agder, Kristiansand (Norway). Theme: “Navigating High Waters”. EURAM Doctoral Colloquium 2026: Apply hereECIS 2026 - The 34th European Conference on Information Systems: Transformative Perspectives for Business, Management, and Society June 12–17, 2026 at Bocconi University in Milan, Italy, hosted by the SDA Bocconi School of Management. Theme: "Reimagining Digital Technology for Business, Management, and Society". The advent of emerging technologies – such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Robotics – offers a transformative lens through which to reassess and redefine the interactions between technology, organizations, and society. This theme invites a critical and reflective discourse on how digital technologies can be strategically leveraged to create sustainable value, drive organizational innovation, and address societal challenges.ICBMECONF 2026 - 12th International Conference on
Business, Management and Economics - 12-14 June 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Whether you are looking to put a spotlight on your research and present it to an international community of peers or would like to catch up on the latest trends in the field, we encourage you to start planning your trip. This is a unique opportunity to have your paper published in prestigious indexed journals as well as to get inspiration for your next research project.FMA 2026 - 10-12 June 2026 at the the University of Minho in Braga, Portugal. The editors of Financial Management (FM), the flagship journal of FMA International, will be apprised by the conference program committee of papers that the committee assesses to be of particularly high quality.
Apply for the Doctoral Student Consortium here!IFERA 2026 - June 9-12, 2026 in Naples, Italy. Theme: "Legacy in Action". Legacy could act as the aspiration to nurture family capital across generations, serving as a driving force behind family firms' long-term strategic orientation and reinforcing their commitment to enduring, positive impact. It helps redefine success in family business by integrating continuity, purpose, and responsibility. Highlights: 1) Research Development Program featuring Doctoral Consortium (June 9, 2026) and Summer School (April & May), 2) Dedicated sessions for special issues, 3) Opportunities for engagement with international and national family business leaders, 4) Special tracks on emerging topics in practice and research development, teaching and communication, 5) Academic Awards, 6) A rich Social Program with activities, dinners and entertainment open to family and friends.May 2026
Global Advances in Management and Entrepreneurship 2026 - 4th GAME Conference - 14-16 May 2026 in Dubrovnik, Croatia. This conference is designed both for members of academia and non-profit, public, or private sector attendees who are interested in the latest research and academic developments in the field of Management and Entrepreneurship: University and faculty staff, Master’s students and PhD candidates, Researchers and scientists, Entrepreneurs and private sector specialists, Members of local and international non-profit organizations in the field of management and economics, Local, national, state, regional and international policy makers and government contractors. Even if you do not fall in any of these categories, but you are interested in learning and exchanging ideas and experiences from top academics in the fields of business, management, economics and entrepreneurship, in an interactive, content-packed environment, you are invited to register!April 2026
EFMD 2026 Doctoral Conference - 27-29 April, 2026 in Lyon, France. Theme: "Re-imagining Doctoral Education". The EFMD 2026 Doctoral Conference encompasses all the different facets of doctoral education around the world. Created specifically for business school professionals in charge of doctoral programs and research, it addresses the challenges within different types of doctoral programmes (PhD, DBA, etc.). Follow the global trends and keep your innovative spark alive as we continually examine different models for doctoral training, including research mobility, research placement, the nature of the curriculum and international cooperation.ICMBF 2026 - 10th International Conference on Advanced Research in
Management, Business
and Finance - 17-19 April 2026 in Athens, Greece. ICMBF 2026 is set to welcome international researchers, industry leaders, academics, and graduate students. This management conference provides an inclusive environment where you can present you latest research, participate in meaningful discussions, and build valuable professional connections. The conference covers a wide array of topics in management, economics, finance, marketing, accounting, entrepreneurship, and related fields. You will have various options for participation, including oral, poster, or virtual presentations. Additionally, you may benefit from publication opportunities in internationally recognized journals indexed in SCOPUS, Web of Science, DOAJ, Google Scholar, and more similar databases. Participants can also enjoy a complimentary guided city tour of Athens, further enhancing this academic experience.February 2026
Call for Papers: SABRC 2026 - February 6-7, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. Sydney Annual Business Research Conference with Doctoral Colloquium and Publication Opportunities in Australian Journals.IOCAS 2026 - The 1st International Online Conference on Administrative Sciences - 4-5 February 2026
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Admissions & Financial Support – Outreach Events – Harvard Business School - Information Sessions: there are both local and virtual opportunities to connect with HBU’s doctoral staff to learn more about the programs and get answers to your questions regarding admissions at Harvard Business School.Pursuing a PhD in Management: Everything You Need to Know - Read about pretty much all the aspects you need to consider before embarking on your journey…Resources
EDAMBA is the European Doctoral Programmes Association in Management and Business Administration, with an aim to promote and facilitate cooperation among Doctoral Programmes in Management and Business Administration. Their members are Business Schools, Universities and Schools of Management with PhD programmes. Established in 1991, EDAMBA’s mission is to develop common ideas, values, evaluation criteria, standards, and practices to assess and enhance the quality of doctoral education, through the exchange of experiences and cooperation in a global network.ESERA 2023 - 14th PhD Research Conferences of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA)Other resources
ESD Conference – a good source of upcoming conferences worldwide2025 Conferences Organized by ATINER - Athens Institution for Education and Research (Greece)EIASM Conference Calendar 2025 - European Institute for Advanced Studies in ManagementERSA - The European Regional Science Association is the supranational grouping of national regional science associations across Europe, based in Belgium.AABR - Australian Academy of Business ResearchAEA - American Economic Association