Strong organizations don’t happen by accident. They are shaped by intentional leadership, clear systems, and a commitment to sustainable performance. That’s the driving idea behind the 2026 SAM International Business Conference, taking place March 16 through 21 in a hybrid format hosted virtually and in person at the New England Institute of Technology in Rhode Island.
Our 2026 theme, Advancing Management: Managing Healthy Organizations, focuses on how managers, educators, and students can help create work environments that balance accountability, clarity, and well-being. From operations to culture, leadership to learning, we’re inviting a wide range of voices to explore how organizations stay resilient, responsive, and people-focused.
We are currently accepting proposals for papers, presentations, posters, panels, workshops, and symposiums. This year’s conference includes two new tracks:
- Education Research & Measurement, focusing on assessment practices and teaching analytics
- Career Development & Counseling, centered on advising strategies, career readiness, and workforce transitions
Submissions must be made through EasyChair. The final deadline is January 20, 2026, and early submissions received by December 1, 2025 will receive priority review. Accepted submissions will be included in the official conference proceedings. Full papers submitted after the conference will be eligible for consideration in the SAM Advanced Management Journal published by Emerald Publishing the premier business journal publisher.
The program will also feature the return of the International Collegiate Business Skills Championship, where students compete in events like case analysis, knowledge bowls, and prepared speech.
📅 March 16–21, 2026
📍 Hybrid format: virtual (March 16–18) and in-person (March 19–21)
📬 Early Bird CFP Deadline: December 1, 2025
🔗 samnational.org/2026cfp
We invite you to share your work, connect with peers, and be part of a timely conversation on what it means to lead and manage well in today’s business world.