THE 9th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MANAGEMENT INEMERGING MARKETS (ICMEM)

The International Conference on Management in Emerging Markets (ICMEM 2025), hosted by the School of Business & Management at Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia, serves as a premier platform for scholars, practitioners, and students to engage with international academics and policymakers. This conference provides a unique opportunity to explore the latest research, emerging trends, and innovative practices in business and management, with a strong emphasis on real-world impact. Now in its 9th year, ICMEM 2025 aims to foster a dynamic, multidisciplinary dialogue centered on “Sustainable Growth and Innovation in Emerging Markets: Strategic Decision, Collaboration, ESG Goals, and Circular Economies.” The conference will explore how strategic decision-making, sustainable business models, and collaborative initiatives can drive not only economic progress but also meaningful societal transformation. By bringing together diverse perspectives, ICMEM 2025 seeks to uncover actionable solutions that leverage the potential of emerging markets to drive long-term sustainability, resilience, and inclusive economic growth. The discussions will address pressing global challenges, such as climate change, social inequality, and ethical governance, highlighting the crucial role of businesses and policymakers in creating a more just, sustainable, and equitable society. Through knowledge exchange and cross-sector collaboration, the conference aspires to make a lasting societal impact, fostering innovative approaches that empower communities, enhance social well-being, and contribute to a more sustainable global economy.

Sustainable Growth and Innovation in Emerging Markets: Strategic Decision,
Collaboration, ESG Goals, and Circular Economies

Keynote speakers:

1. Professor Shaker A. Zahra: Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Robert E. Buuck Chair and at Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota
2. Prof. Yos Sunitiyoso – Professor in Business Decision Modelling, School of Business & Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung. Currently serves as Director of Downstream Industry & Partnerships at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek), Indonesia.
3. Dr. Harimukti Wandebori  – Associate Professor in Business Strategy and Marketing, School of Business & Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung. He also serves as the Head of the Business Strategy and Marketing Research Group and has extensive experience as a senior consultant for PLN, PT BPI, and MRT.

Conference Programs

Day 1- August 20, 2025	Keynote Speakers
	Paper sessions (online & offline)
	Doctoral colloquium
	Poster presentation
Day 2 – August 21, 2025	Industry forum
	Paper Development Workshop (PDW)
	Paper sessions (online & offline)
	Gala dinner
Day 3 – August 22, 2025	Workshops (Big data, Mastering Academic Writing for Top Journals: From Research Question to Publication)

Shaker Zahra is a Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Robert E. Buuck Chair at Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. Winner of the Global Entrepreneurship Research Award, his research studies entrepreneurship and new firm strategy in global technology and science industries, technology strategy by new firms vs. incumbents, the role of digital technology, and the emergence of new organizational forms in ecosystems. Widely published in leading academic journals, Zahra is among the most highly cited in field management. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Management, the Academy of International Business, a Research Fellow in the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, and several other organizations. He received the Academy of Management Entrepreneurship Division‘s award in recognition of his “creative and impactful contributions to entrepreneurship research.” His teaching has also received “Best Teacher of the Year” in the MBA and the Mentor Award from the Entrepreneurship Division of the Academy of Management for his work with doctoral students.  At the University of Minnesota, Professor Zahra served as department chair, academic director of the Holmes Entrepreneurship Center, and co-founding director of the university-wide Center for Integrative Leadership.  He served on multiple editorial boards in different capacities. His service and outreach contributions have received several awards.  He has held several chaired visiting international positions. He has served in several academic leadership positions.

CONFERENCE PROGRAMS:

CONFERENCE FEES:

	4 July 2025	8 August 2025
Offline Registration	Early	Late
Students	Rp 1,000,000	Rp 1,500,000
Non-Students	Rp 2,000,000	Rp 2,500,000
International Students	$200	$250
International Non-Students	$250	$300
Poster	Rp 500,000
Online Registration
Students	Rp 800,000	Rp 1,000,000
Non-Students	Rp 1,500,000	Rp 2,000,000
Int’l Student	$100	$150
Int’l Non-Students	$200	$250
Non-Presenter – non workshop
One day	Rp 500,000
Two days	Rp 900,000
Int’l non-presenter (2 days)	$100

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: 

• Conference Paper:

  • Please follow the ICMEM style guide (maximum: 5 pages). The paper should include:  the title of the paper, the author(s) name(s) and affiliation(s), the lead author’s email address, a nominated track, abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, conclusions, and references.

• Doctoral colloquium

  • PhD students send a proposal that describe a summary of your PhD project, the stage you are at with your PhD project, and the motivation as for participating in the Doctoral Consortium

• Paper Development workshop (PDW)
  • Authors are required to submit their papers following the format provided by the collaborated journals (Scopus-indexed and nationally accredited journals). Details will be communicated soon.

  • Selection for the Paper Development Workshops (PDWs) will be competitive, with only 30 papers selected based on quality and alignment with the respective journals. Authors will be asked to rank their journal preferences in order.

• Poster presentations

  • Poster should be designed for readability from about 10 feet away, with a short, attention-grabbing title. The content should be concise, with a word count between 300 to 800 words, clear and direct text, and effective use of bullets, numbering, and headings. Visual elements like graphics, color, and fonts should be well-chosen, and the layout should be clean and consistent. Additionally, the poster must include acknowledgments, the author’s name, and institutional affiliation

Stay tuned for more details on submission guidelines, registration, and program schedule. We look forward to welcoming you to ICMEM 2025 in Bandung!

For further inquiries, please visit our official website or contact the organizing committee at icmem@sbm-itb.ac.id or +6281318537909.

Best regards,

ICMEM 2025 Organizing Committee