International Conference on Research in Management – A Brief Conference History

Since its first edition, this conference series has served as a platform committed to publishing the latest research across management, business, finance, and organizational science.

Spanning many influential editions across continents, this conference series tracks the evolution of global business challenges—from financial distress and crisis leadership to the integration of AI, sustainability, and resilient supply chains. We emphasize global integrity, double peer review, and community-driven knowledge-sharing to advance the field of management worldwide.

ICRMANAGEMENT Conference History – A Journey of Driving Management Strategy and Innovation

A journey through the International Conference on Research in Management history, highlighting its evolution, key themes, and global impact.

Ninth Edition of the Conference in Berlin, Germany

Modern Management in a Fast-Changing Economy

The overall theme focuses on how organizations respond to digital transformation, sustainability expectations, and new governance and workplace trends. Themes and discussions included:

  • AI, Digital Transformation, and Industry 4.0 in Management
  • ESG, Corporate Governance, and Sustainability Strategy
  • Workforce and Organizational Behavior
Dec. 2025
Berlin

Ninth Edition

Eighth Edition of the Conference in Cambridge, UK

AI, Paradoxical Leadership, and Environmental Sustainability

The eighth edition firmly engaged with the future of management, focusing heavily on Technology and Leadership. Themes and discussions included:

  • Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) in Financial Analytics
  • LLM-Based Contextual Probing for Enhanced Research
  • Impact of Paradoxical Leadership on Work Behavior
Jun. 2025
Cambridge

Eighth Edition

Seventh Edition of the Conference in Zurich, Germany

Behavioral Science, Marketing Dynamics, and Quality Management Trends

Held in the global finance hub of Zurich, this edition served as a crucial checkpoint for future-proofing business practices and it emphasized the interdisciplinary nature of management in a complex global economy. Key themes included:

  • The Latest Trends in Quality Management
  • Behavioral Sciences in Business
Aug. 2024
Zurich

Seventh Edition

Sixth Edition of the Conference in Los Angeles, US

Sustainable Supply Chains, Fintech, and the Modern Workplace

The Los Angeles conference embraced the shift towards responsible business and digital transformation. Key papers and discussions included:

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SSCM)
  • The Role of Mobile Banking as a Change Agent in Fintech
  • Quality of Work Life and Inclusion of People with Disabilities
Aug. 2023
LA

Sixth Edition

Fifth Edition of the Conference in Berlin, Germany

Corporate Social Responsibility, Risk Management, and Financial Stability

The Berlin edition provided a deep dive into corporate governance and financial resilience. Research focused on the complex interaction of:

  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Corporate Reputation
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  • Influence of Credit Risk on Commercial Bank Performance
Dec. 2022
Berlin

Fifth Edition

Fourth Edition of the Conference in Oxford, UK

Geopolitical Management, R&D Strategy, and Open Government

In Oxford, the conference tackled strategic management challenges and the focus was on resilient, strategically-minded leadership in volatile environments. Highlights included

  • Leveraging Knowledge Management to Support Open Government
  • Uncertainty and Corporate R&D Investment (BRICS countries)
  • Asean's contributions to the Rohingya Ethic Issue.
Jun. 2022
Oxford

Fourth Edition

Third Edition of the Conference in Prague, Czechia

Crisis Leadership, Psychosocial Risk, and Supply Chain Resilience

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the conference’s oral presenters shifted to virtual presentations, leading the organizing committee to run the entire event online.The 3rd conference centered on organizational resilience during disruption. Key papers focused on

  • Transformational Leadership in Times of Crisis (NGOs)
  • Psychosocial Risk Among Healthcare Workers Amidst the Pandemic
  • Supply Chain Planning Methods Like SSCP and DDMRP
Sep. 2021
Prague

Third Edition

Second Edition of the Conference in Vienna, Austria

Fintech, COVID-19 Economic Impact, and Diversity in MNCs

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the conference’s oral presenters shifted to virtual presentations, leading the organizing committee to run the entire event online. The 2nd edition focused on urgent, contemporary economic challenges. Research highlights included:

  • The Impact of Fintech on Bank Management and Valuation
  • Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Lockdown on Small, and Medium Enterprises
  • Diversity and Inclusion Practices within German multinational firms.
Feb. 2021
Vienna

Second Edition

First Edition of the Conference in Budapest, Hungary

Crisis Preparedness and Organizational Culture

The inaugural ICRMANAGEMENT conference successfully established its dedication to rigorous foundational management research. Initial themes included studies on

  • Crisis Management and Preparedness
  • Building Robust Organizational Culture
  • Customer Loyalty in the Japanese market
  • Financial Performance in the tourism secto
Oct. 2019
Budapest

First Edition