18th Annual Irish Academy of Management Conference
2-4 September 2015
- Call for Submissions -
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IAM Conference 2015 The 18th Annual Irish Academy of Management (IAM) Conference will be hosted by the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) from 3 - 4 September 2015. The IAM conference will be preceded by a Doctoral Colloquium 2 September 2015. The IAM conference is a blind peer- reviewed international conference.
Conference Theme The 2015 IAM conference theme is ‘Towards Socially Responsible Management?’ which will examine key issues and debates regarding the future of management in its broadest sense using a multi-stakeholder approach. The keynote plenary sessions will focus on the future of management education and research. We welcome abstracts from a broad range of management disciplines and from national and international colleagues. We are also keen to continue the IAM’s work in developing and supporting PhD candidates through our bespoke pre-conference Doctoral Colloquium.
Conference Contact Details
Dr Alma McCarthy Dr James Cunningham Dr Andrea McNamara Conference Chair Doctoral Colloquium Chair Conference Manager [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Conference Tracks Abstracts can be submitted to any of the following tracks: Accounting, Finance & Corporate Governance Leadership & Organisational Behaviour Critical Management Marketing & Services Management Healthcare & Public Sector Management Operations & Distribution Management Human Resource Management Practice-Led Research Industrial Relations Research Design & Methodology Information Systems & Technology Management Strategic Management Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Small Business Sustainable & Responsible Business (new) Management Teaching, Learning & Education International Business & Management Tourism, Hospitality & Food
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Submission Types & Guidelines All conference submissions will be made using the online facility: http://iam2015.exordo.com/ The deadline for all conference submissions is 5pm (GMT) 30 January 2015.
Submission Type Submission Guidelines Paper Submission A paper refers to a fully developed manuscript on a An abstract of up to 1500 words using the following scholarly topic which can be conceptual or empirical in headings: nature. Authors must first submit an abstract of up to 1500 Importance and key contribution words which is peer-reviewed. The deadline for abstract Theoretical base submission is 30 January 2015. Research questions
Findings (if relevant) If the abstract is accepted for presentation at the conference, a full paper (6000–8000 words) must be Implications submitted by 26 June 2015. References
Presenter Symposium A Presenter Symposium involves a series of three to five An abstract of up to 1500 words using the following authored papers on a pre-set theme. A symposium could headings: also include a Discussant. At least one author from each Title symposium paper must register for the conference. Symposium Convenor and Presenters’ Names and Symposium proposals must be submitted by 30 January Contact details 2015. Symposium overview (200-300 words)
Summary of each Symposium Paper Presentation (200- If accepted for presentation at the conference, full papers 300 words each) (6000–8000 words) must be submitted by 26 June 2015. Discussant (if applicable) References
Panel Symposium The purpose of a Panel Symposium is to engage a group of An abstract of up to 1500 words using the following panellists in an interactive discussion (no paper headings: presentations). Proposals for panel discussions should Panel Symposium Title include clear descriptions of the topics to be discussed and Panel Symposium Convenor and Symposium the procedures that will be used to manage the discussion Panellists’ Names and Contact details among panellists and with the audience. All panel Symposium overview (200-300 words) presenters must register for the conference. Symposium Summary of each Panellist’s Discussion (200-300 proposals must be submitted by 30 January 2015. words each)
If accepted, panellists will participate in a roundtable References discussion scheduled during the conference.
Doctoral Colloquium Papers The Doctoral Colloquium is an ideal opportunity for PhD An abstract of up to 500 words using the following students in Business and Management Studies to engage headings (depending on PhD stage, all headings may not be with fellow researchers and experienced academic mentors relevant): to review and discuss a variety of issues pertaining to their PhD Title PhD studies and completion. PhD importance and key contribution Theoretical base Papers presented at the Doctoral Colloquium cannot be Research Questions presented at the main conference. Mentored roundtables across various business and management disciplines will Findings (if relevant) form a key part of the Doctoral Colloquium programme Implications where PhD students will be matched with experienced References academics who will provide valuable input and guidance. Proposals should be submitted by 30 January 2015.
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Best Paper Key Conference Dates
Awards Abstract Submission Deadline: Best paper awards will be 30 January 2015 presented for each of the Reviewer Feedback on Abstract Submissions: IAM conference tracks 10 March 2015 listed above. Track Chairs will nominate the top Full Paper Submission Deadline: 26 June 2015 papers in their track and those papers will then be Conference Presentation Submission: double blind reviewed to 27 August 2015 identify the winner in Doctoral Colloquium: teach track. 2 September 2015
In addition to the best IAM Conference: 3-4 September 2015 track awards, there will be an Overall Best Conference Paper Award and a Best Doctoral Colloquium Paper Award. To be eligible for consideration for the awards, full papers must be submitted by 26 June 2015.
Journal Special Issues
Selected conference papers will be considered for publication in the conference special issue of the Irish Journal of Management (IJM). The IJM is the international blind peer-reviewed scholarly journal of the Irish Academy of Management.
Additional journal special issues may be announced later.
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NUI Galway and the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics
Since its establishment in 1845, NUI Galway has developed a strong tradition of research and scholarship within an academic environment that emphasises the student experience. From an initial intake of 63 students in 1849, NUI Galway is now a thriving community of 17,000 students, of which over 2,000 are international students, representing some 92 countries across the globe.
NUI Galway is a leading international, research-intensive university, ranked among the top 250 universities in the world. Many of NUI Galway’s alumni and academics have become leaders in their fields in Ireland and far beyond, including physicist, George Johnstone Stoney, who discovered and named the electron; Alice Perry, the first woman engineer in the world; many leaders in political and public life, including President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins; writers and actors, John McGahern, Thomas Kilroy and the founders of the renowned Druid Theatre Company.
The J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics at NUI Galway has grown rapidly in recent years to over 2,100 undergraduate and postgraduate students and a teaching staff of over 60 spread across the Disciplines of Accountancy and Finance, Business Information Systems, Economics, Management and Marketing. The School has built a reputation for teaching and research excellence, confirmed by external quality evaluations and accreditations (including AMBA, EPAS and CIPD), as well as wide-ranging exemptions for major accounting bodies.
The School offers a wide range of programmes, from undergraduate degrees to executive education, tailored to deliver the specific professional skills required to succeed in a globalised and competitive environment. The School’s outstanding faculty are recognised as experts in their field by practitioners and by other academics, and its ambitious and motivated students come from over 40 countries. The School’s graduates are highly employable and many of its 14,000+ commerce, business and management alumni have become leaders in their fields.
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Galway City and Hinterland
Galway city, located on the world-renowned West Coast of Ireland, sits on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay. NUI Galway is the main University in the West of Ireland and is situated along the banks of the River Corrib in Galway city on a 260-acre campus with picturesque grounds, state-of-the art facilities, and first class recreational amenities.
Galway is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city steeped in culture, rich in folklore and famous for its cobble- stoned streets, quaint shops and charming restaurants. Galway is known as Ireland's Cultural Heart and is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals, celebrations and events. Home to the world-renowned Druid Theatre Company, Macnas Street Theatre Company and An Taibhdhearc, there is much to do in this wonderful city.
The landscape in Galway’s hinterland leaves one breathless, from the prehistoric fort of Dun Aengus, the most westerly point in Europe, to Connemara in Co Galway, the Burren and Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare, Galway boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
Galway City has experienced very rapid growth in recent years and has a strong local economy with complementary business sectors, including manufacturing industry, tourism, retail and distribution, education, healthcare and services that include financial, construction, cultural, and professional services.
“Unparalleled
hospitality and beauty in the West of Ireland”
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The Wild Atlantic Way is a world-famous coastal route that spans seven of Ireland's counties, with some breath-taking scenery along the way from Donegal in the north to Cork in the south and taking in Counties Sligo, Galway, Clare, Limerick and Kerry, the Wild Atlantic Way is a journey of discovery. The Lonely Planet Guide has put Ireland at number 5 in its 'Best in Travel 2015' and the guide cities 2015 to be the “year of the Wild Atlantic Way” with “stunning landscapes”, “incredible hospitality” and “life-changing experiences”. Videos from the Wild Atlantic Way can be viewed here.
This video provides a brief snapshot of some of what Galway city and its hinterland region has to offer. Further information on Ireland’s idyllic West Coast region is available here.
Traveling to Galway
Galway is situated on the West Coast of Ireland and is easily reached by air, ferry, train, bus and/or car. As a major tourist attraction, there are many well-developed transport options available.
Knock International Airport (www.knockairport.com) and Ireland’s air and sea access points Shannon International Airport (www.shannonairport..com) are both located within one hour’s drive from Galway City.
Dublin Airport (www.dublinairport.com) is located two hours from Galway City.
Galway is currently accessible by rail, bus and taxi from Dublin International Airport, and by bus and taxi from Shannon International Airport and Knock International Airport.
Between the three airports, an extensive range of flights currently serve Galway from the UK, Europe, the USA and elsewhere.
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