About VGU
Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur is one of the leading multidisciplinary private universities of India, ranked “A+” by NAAC in the first cycle of its assessment and approved by all regulatory bodies. It is a truly global university with more than 7500 students hailing from almost all the states of India and 16 other countries pursuing their education in more than 50 career-oriented programs at UG, PG, and doctorate level in 14 disciplines of Agriculture, Engineering and Technology, Computer Science and Application, Architecture and Planning, Design, Basic & Applied Sciences, International Trade & Commerce, Management, Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, Journalism & Mass Communication, Hospitality, Medical & Allied Health Sciences, and Pharmacy. In addition to this, we also provide full-fledged Programs in Online and ODL mode of education. The University’s commitment towards quality education, research, innovation has been recognized by the Ministry of Education, GOI, which awarded our IIC with 4.5 stars. The commitment has also been recognized by NITI Aayog by establishing its first Atal Community Innovation Centre (ACIC) in VGU. Recognizing our quality innovation ecosystem, Ministry of MSME provided R&D funding under ASPIRE scheme for creating a Technology Business Incubator in the University.
Swavalamban Chair for MSME Solutions has been established by SIDBI in the university and ASSOCHAM awarded VGU as the “University of the Year – West”. VGU understands that entrepreneurs are key drivers of economic growth and social progress of India and country needs young graduates with creative thinking. To ensure this, VGU has created a well-established innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem in the campus and established three incubation centres and supports more than 40 start-ups. VGU works closely with various Ministries of GOI and been empaneled for training and conducting capacity building Programmes by reputed agencies like KVIC, Jal Jeevan Mission, Bureau of energy efficiency, CSIR NEERI to name few.
Faculty of Management (FoM)-VGU, Jaipur
The Faculty of Management (FoM) at Vivekananda Global University is a proud member of AACSB,a globally recognized accreditation body for business education. AACSB membership signifies astrong commitment to quality assurance,continuous improvement, and global standards inmanagement education. Established in 2013, FoM offers BBA and MBA as its flagship programsand has built a strong legacy of management education with a network of over 5,000 alumni in thepast decade. The Faculty’s academic excellence and placementperformance have beenrecognized in the Times B-School Ranking Survey 2026, where it secured the 16th rank amongOverall Top40 Private Universities of India,46th rank among Overall Top 100 B-Schools in India,19th rank among Overall Top 20 North B-Schools in India, and 41strank among Overall Top50 B-Schools for Placements,reflecting its growing national stature.
FoM is committed to preparing future-ready managementrofessionals by integrating strongconceptual foundations with experiential learning. The Faculty adopts diverse pedagogicalapproaches including case studies,business simulations, industrial visits, workshops, seminars,guest lectures, and industry-collaborated certification programs, enabling students to developanalytical thinking, leadershipcapabilities, and decision-making skills relevant to the dynamiccorporate environment.
Complementing the on-campus management programs,the Centre for Distance and OnlineEducation (CDOE), VGU, established in October 2022, extends the reach of managementeducation through Online and Open & Distance Learning (ODL) degree programs. Currently,around 7,500 learners are pursuing MBA and BBA programs through these flexible learning modes.The programs are delivered following the UGC-DEBrecommended Four Quadrant Approach,integrating self-learning materials,recorded video lectures, live interactive sessions, discussionforums, and continuous assessment, ensuring a flexible, learner-centric and self-paced learningexperience supported by a robust technological ecosystem and dedicated academic support
To promote thought leadership and scholarly engagement the Faculty of Management regularly organizes flagship initiatives such as Aaghaaz, featuring corporate interactions and paneldiscussions; InnoHRvation, which has witnessed participation from over 150+ HR professionals,significantly benefiting students through direct industry exposure, networking opportunities, and practical insights into contemporary HR practices; and Anubhuti, an academic conference centeredon the Indian Knowledge System (IKS), where more than 250+ research papers have beenresented, fostering rich academic discourse and interdisciplinary knowledge exchange. TheFaculty also hosts the prestigious international conference SIPAM – Sustainability, Innovation,Practices and Advancement in Management, and SIPAM 2026 stood as a strong testament toacademic excellence with over 300+ high-quality research papers presented, alongside theparticipation of eminent academicians such as Waldemar Pfoertsch, who has co-authored severalworks with Philip Kotler, further enhancing the conference’s global academic stature andintellectual rigor.
Together, FoM and CDOE collectively contribute to VGU’s vision of accessible, industry-aligned,and globally relevant management education,blending academic rigor with innovation in teachingand learning practices
About SIPAM 2026- The Conference
In the ever changing and fast evolving environment, the business fraternity is facing the challenge to combat the complexities in terms of innovative business approach to come out with new ideas to fulfill the will and wish of the 21st century’s market. The strategies devised should strike a balance between business growth and sustainability, thus carving a path towards futuristic success. With the given backdrop, Faculty of Management – VGU is organizing an international conference on “Sustainability, Innovation, Practices and Advancement in Management” (SIPAM – 2026) with an aim to bring practitioner and the researchers together to discuss, deliberate and exchange the thoughts on the practices in business management within the context of innovation, sustainability and advancement.
The conference aims to provide a platform for academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to share their insights, research, and innovative approaches to navigating the dynamic global business environment. The followings are the significant objectives of the conference:
- To create a common platform for academicians, researchers, and industry professionals to share insights on sustainability, innovation, and advanced management practices.
- To encourage integration of sustainable thinking across core management functions such as HR, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Strategy.
- To analyze the role of emerging technologies, including AI and digital transformation, in shaping modern managerial decision-making.
- To promote ethical, responsible, and inclusive leadership for sustainable organizational growth.
- To strengthen academia–industry collaboration by linking management theory with real-world practices.
- To provide research exposure and constructive feedback to doctoral scholars and early-career researchers.
- To generate practical and policy-oriented insights that support long-term competitiveness and sustainable development.
1. AI for sustainable and responsible value creation
- Strategies for corporate sustenance in diverse cultural setups
- Global expansion and challenges in managing expatriates/impatriates at international work locations
- Innovative strategies for successful cross-cultural management
- AI-driven startup models and business innovation
- Venture capital, investment strategies, and AI startup financing models
- AI, data analytics, and entrepreneurial decision-making
- Sustainability index in the era of AI
- Financing, policy, and institutional support for AI startups
- Globalization, cross-border AI startups, and ecosystem scaling
- AI in product and service innovation for startups
- Risk management, cybersecurity, and AI governance in startups
2. Sustainable and Responsible Financial Systems: ESG Integration, Governance, and Innovation for Long-Term Value Creation
- Green bonds, climate bonds, and sustainable debt instruments
- ESG risks and opportunities in emerging markets
- Sustainable corporate finance and long-term value creation
- Carbon markets, climate risk pricing, and financial disclosures
- FinTech solutions for ESG data analytics and reporting
- AI-driven sustainable investment decision making
- SME financing and challenges
- ESG portfolio management and green bonds
3. Leadership in the digital age
- Human-centric leadership: employee well-being, inclusion, and engagement
- Cross-cultural and global leadership in the digital context
- Public sector, education, and social leadership in the digital era
- Data-driven, AI-enabled, and algorithmic leadership
- Transformational and adaptive leadership in technology-driven environments
- Ethical leadership, governance, and responsible use of digital technologies
- Leading virtual, hybrid, and technology-enabled teams
- Data-driven leadership and decision making
4.Technology & Innovation Management System
- Innovation strategy, competitive advantage, and firm performance
- R&D management, open innovation, and knowledge ecosystems
- Artificial intelligence, analytics, and emerging technologies in innovation systems
- Innovation governance, policy, and institutional perspectives
- Sustainable, green, and responsible innovation systems
- Technology management in operations, supply chains, and manufacturing systems
- Measuring innovation performance, metrics, and innovation analytics
- Leadership in the gig economy
5. Entrepreneurship, Innovation, andEcosystem Development inTransforming Economies
- Entrepreneurial ecosystems, incubation, and accelerator models
- Innovation, technology commercialization, and intellectual property management
- Women, youth, and inclusive entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship education, mindset, and capability development
- Digital, platform-based, and technology-driven entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship in mobility ecosystems and platforms
- Family enterprises in emerging economies: Indian and global perspectives
- Women, youth, and inclusive entrepreneurship in MSMEs
6. Marketing Systems, Digital Transformation, and Consumer Value Creation
- Digital marketing, influencer ecosystem, and social media strategies
- Consumer behavior, preferences, and decision making
- Marketing analytics and data-driven decision making
- Integrated marketing communications and omnichannel strategies
- Sustainable, ethical, and green marketing
- Emerging trends in retail, e-commerce, and consumer markets
- Cross-cultural and international marketing
- Entrepreneurial and SME marketing
- Services marketing and customer experience management
- Inclusive marketing and value creation for rural and bottom-of-the-pyramid markets
7. Advanced, Sustainable, and Inclusive Pracices in Supply Chain, Operations,and Quality Management
- Digital and smart supply chain management
- Circular economy, waste minimization, and resource efficiency
- Advanced quality management and continuous improvement
- Data-driven operations and decision support systems
- Global operations and emerging market supply chains
- Sustainability metrics, ESG integration, and reporting in SCM & OM
- Human capital, skills, and change management in advanced operations
- Supply chain resilience, risk management, and disruption handling
- Innovation in product, process, and service operations
8. Sustainable and Inclusive Upskilling in Higher Education
- Digital learning platforms and inclusive EdTech solutions
- Soft skills, leadership, and employability enhancement
- Entrepreneurial mindset and innovation in upskilling
- Ethics, inclusion, and social responsibility in higher education
- Emerging technologies and upskilling for Industry 4.0
- Digital literacy, 21st-century skills, and higher education transformation
- Bridging academia and industry: upskilling for employability
- Policy, governance, and strategic frameworks for upskilling higher education
Highlights
- Day 1: Panel Discussion
Topic Navigating Gig Economy Leadership: Strategies for Resilience Amid AI-Driven Job Displacement - Day 2: Workshop
TopicThe Employability OS: The AI & Industry Upskilling Lab
Laurel & Luminaries of The Conference
- Prof. Cleopatra Veloutsou - Prof of Brand Management, Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow
- Dr. Mohd Amin Mir - Prof. Prince Mohammad University, Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Mr. Harneet Singh - CEO, Rabbitt AI, AI Advisor to the Crown Prince, APAC Chairman.
- Mr. Somen Mathur - Vice President, Head of Engineering & Design, ATD, UAE
- Dr. Veena Tiwari - Associate Prof., University of technology & Applied Sciences, Oman
- Prof. Dr. Urvashi Makkar - Dean, Ramcharan School of Leadership, MIT World Peace University, Pune
- Dr. Jitendra Sandhu - Professor HRM. DY Patil,Universiry, Pune
PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES
The papers presented in the conference will be considered for publication in Scopus, Web of Science, and reputed journals, subject to the quality of the papers and the publication policy of the publisher. The article processing charges will be applicable as per j ournal policy and to be borne by the authors.
BEST PAPER AWARD
Based on the novelty, methodology, and significance of the research, the best paper will be selected and awarded.
First Best Paper Award: ₹5,100
Second Best Paper Award: ₹3,100
Third Best Paper Award: ₹2,100
CALL FOR PAPERS
The Conference invites scholars, academicians,researchers, industry practitioners, doctoral candidates, and management students & enthusiasts to contribute original research papers, empirical studies, review articles, and case studies aligned with the conference themes. Authors are required to submit their abstracts through the Google Form link. Selected papers will be considered for publication in SCOPUS and Web ofScience (WoS)-indexed journals, subject to the respective journal’s scope,review process, and editorial discretion.
Paper Submission Guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. Kindly adhere to the guidelines below
- Originality: Only original and unpublished research work is invited.
- Authors: A maximum of three authors per paper is permitted.
- Submission Format: The full paper must be submitted as a soft copy in MS Word format (.doc/.docx) only.
- File Type: No other file format will be accepted.
- Paper Format: Single column, A4 size, 1.5 line spacing, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
- Font Style: Times New Roman, size 12 throughout the manuscript (title may be bold).
- Word Limit: 3,000 to 5,000 words, including references, tables, and figures. References must follow APA 7th Edition style.
- First Page: Title, author name(s), affiliation(s), contact number, and email ID. Clearly mention the theme and sub-theme of the paper.
- Second Page: Title, abstract (300–350 words), keywords, followed by the main text.
- Plagiarism: All papers must be submitted along with a plagiarism report showing similarity below 10%.
- Full Paper Submission Link- https://forms.gle/eJtGyxgu1fD2hpN39
- The first page of abstract should have Title, Author(s) Name(s), Affiliation(s), with contact number and email id and ORCID ID.
- Second page abstract between 200 -300 words followed by keywords (maximum five)
- Font style and size – Times New Roman, Size 12 (Title and Headings – Bold)
Abstract Submission Guidelines:
Registration Fees
| Category | Early Bird | Regular | On Spot Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students | INR 500 & USD 80 | INR 600 & USD 85 | INR 800 & USD 90 |
| Research Scholars | INR 1000 & USD 90 | INR 1200& USD 95 | INR 1500 & USD 100 |
| Academicians & Researchers | INR 1500 & USD 150 | INR 2000 & USD 160 | INR 2500 & USD 170 |
| Industry Personnels & Others | INR 2500 & USD 200 | INR 2700 & USD 220 | INR 3000 & USD 225 | >
IMPORTANT LINKS
Submissions Dates
| Abstract Submission Date | 10th May, 2026 | |
| Abstract Acceptance Notification Date | 10th June, 2026 | |
| Last Date of Registration | 20th May, 2026 (with Early Bird Discount) | 10th June, 2026 |
| On Spot Registration | 19th & 20th June 2026 | |
Advisory Committee
| Dr. Swati Sharma Faculty, Eaton Business School, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
Dr. R.K. Tailor Director, Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education & Research, Kolhapur |
| Prof. Dr. Rashmi Gujrati Director, Ludhiana Group of Colleges |
Prof. (Dr.) Prashant Sharma Professor and Vice Dean, Jindal School of Banking & Finance, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana |
| Dr. Daneshwar Sharma Director In Charge, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Jaipur |
Dr. Santosh Kumar Associate Dean – Research, Ranking & Accreditation, Vijaybhoomi University, Greater Mumbai |
Organizing Committee
| Dr. Vinod M. Lakhwani HOD & Associate Professor |
Mr. Aseem Purohit Professor of Practice |
| Mr. M.S. Shekhawat Professor of Practice |
Ms. Sonia Mukherjee Professor of Practice |
| Dr. Vijayendra Srivastava Professor |
Dr. Sarita Agarwal Associate Professor |
| Deepak Bishnoi Deputy Registrar, CDOE |
Dr. Ankita Yadav Assistant Professor, CDOE |
| Ms. Anshika Jain Assistant Professor |
Ms. Madhulika Srivastava Assistant Professor |
| Mr. Abhishek Singh Assistant Professor |
Mr. Abhirup Singh Assistant Professor |
| Dr. M.Y. Khan Associate Professor |
Dr. Sagar Gupta Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Reena Jain Assistant Professor |
Dr. Trapti Tak Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Chintalapati Neelima Rani Assistant Professor |
Dr. Gautam Sinha Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Honey Goyal Assistant Professor |
Dr. Priya Parihar Assistant Professor, CDOE |
| Ms. Kritika Singh Rathore Assistant Professor |
Mr. Deepak Gangwar Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Sneha Banga Assistant Professor |
Ms. Aditi Pareek Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Priyanka Shandilya Assistant Professor, CDOE |
Ms. Monika Chauhan Assistant Professor, CDOE |
| Ms. Suman Kumari Assistant Professor, CDOE |
Patrons
Dr. K. Ram (Retd.IPS)
Chief Patron, VGU
Mr. M.R. Bagaria
Patron, VGU
Dr. Lalit K Panwar (Retd.IAS)
Chairperson, VGU
Dr. K. R. Bagaria (Ex-RPSC Member)
Vice Chairperson, VGU
Prof. N. D. Mathur
President , VGU
Prof. D.V.S. Bhagavanulu
Pro-President (Research Affairs), VGU
Co-Patrons
Ms. Malvika Dudi Bagaria, Director, FoM, VGU
Dr. Praveen Choudhry, Registrar, VGU
Dr. Vikas Shrotriya, Associate Dean, FoM, VGU
Dr. Arvind Kumar Singh, Director-CDOE, VGU
Conference Convenor
Dr. Shreya Mathur (Conference Convenor) Pro Hod & Assistant Professor, VGU
Dr. Ashima Agrawal (Co-Convenor) Assistant Professor,VGU
ORGANIZING TEAM
Dr. Shreya Mathur (Conference Convenor) Pro Hod & Assistant Professor, VGU
Dr. Ashima Agrawal (Co-Convenor) Assistant Professor,VGU
Contact
Dr. Ashima Agrawal +91 9001788595
Email: sipam@vgu.ac.in
Organized by
Faculty of Management
Vivekananda Global University Jaipur-India