SBS Swiss Business School Announces the 13th International Research Conference – SBS-IRC25

SBS Swiss Business School is proud to announce the 13th edition of its annual academic flagship event: the SBS International Research Conference (SBS-IRC25) – a high-caliber online gathering where global thinkers will come together to explore some of today’s most pressing business challenges.

Under the timely theme:

“Strategic Leadership and Resilience in a Disrupted World: Rethinking Business Practices in the Age of AI, Geopolitical Tensions, and Sustainability,”

this year’s conference will spotlight how individuals, institutions, and industries can lead with vision, agility, and integrity in a rapidly changing world.

A Signature Event from a Leading University of Applied Sciences Institute

SBS-IRC25 reflects SBS Swiss Business School’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and applied business innovation. As a globally respected University of Applied Sciences Institute, SBS champions practice-oriented research and fosters meaningful dialogue across borders – bringing together academics, doctoral students, and industry leaders who are actively shaping the future of business.

Building on the success of previous editions, this fully online conference makes it easier than ever for participants worldwide to present, engage, and collaborate – from wherever they are.

The conference will feature:

• Insightful keynote speeches from global thought leaders
• Engaging academic paper presentations
• Dynamic panel discussions that bridge theory and real-world application
• Opportunities for publication in the SBS Journal of Applied Business Research

Who Should Join?

We warmly invite:

• Academics and researchers
• Doctoral students (Ph.D. and DBA)
• Industry practitioners and consultants 

All registered participants will receive official certificates of attendance.
Academic paper presenters will receive presentation certificates as recognition of their contribution.

Whether you plan to submit a paper or join as a participant, SBS-IRC25 offers a rich opportunity to challenge assumptions, foster innovation, and bridge academia with real-world business practice.

Key Themes for SBS-IRC25

We welcome submissions on topics including, but not limited to:

I. Strategic Leadership and Organizational Resilience

• Leadership agility and foresight in uncertain markets
• Business continuity and resilience planning
• Change management and digital leadership
• Strategic transformation through crises

II. Artificial Intelligence and Business Practices

• AI-driven decision-making and innovation
• Human-AI collaboration and ethical leadership
• AI applications in finance, marketing, and HR
• AI governance and regulatory challenges

III. Geopolitics, Global Trade, and Risk Management

• Supply chain resilience strategies
• Responses to geopolitical instability
• De-risking and regionalization of operations
• Economic policy shifts and business impact

IV. Sustainability, Ethics, and ESG Integration

• ESG reporting and strategic alignment
• Ethical leadership in AI-integrated organizations
• Circular economy and green innovation
• Stakeholder capitalism and purpose-led business

V. Industry 5.0 and the Future of Work

• The human-centric workplace in a tech-driven era
• Digital talent development and reskilling
• Remote leadership and hybrid work models
• Emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership

Save the Dates

• Submission Deadline (abstracts or full papers): 26 September 2025
• Notification to Authors: 03 October 2025
• Presenter Registration Deadline: 10 October 2025
• Participant Registration Deadline: 17 October 2025
• Conference Date: 24 October 2025

Submit your paper via: https://jabr.sbs.edu/index

Register now here

The Conference Agenda with panels and speakers is available here

All accepted presenters will receive certificates, and selected papers will be considered for publication in the SBS Journal of Applied Business Research.

SBS: Where Research Meets Real-World Impact

The SBS International Research Conference is more than an event – it’s a global platform for dialogue, discovery, and meaningful change. At SBS Swiss Business School, we believe research should advance not only theory, but also real-world progress and impact.

SBS-IRC25 is your opportunity to be part of this movement.

Further information about the SBS-IRC25 here

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