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6th edition of Human Resources International Conference (HRIC) to be held at IIMB from 9 to 11 April
Global summit to focus on AI’s impact on work and workforces under the theme ‘Sustainable Human Resource Management in the Age of Disruption’
7 April, 2026, Bengaluru: IIMB will host the 6th edition of the Human Resources International Conference (HRIC), organized by the Human Resources Division of the Academy of Management (AOM), from April 9–11, 2026. The academic gathering, previously held in China, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand and South Africa, is set to bring together scholars, practitioners and doctoral students to reflect on the future of HR in an era defined by technological transformation and workplace disruption.
The conference chairs for HRIC 2026 are Prof. Sushanta Kumar Mishra, Chairperson, Research & Publications and Centre for Teaching and Learning, and faculty in the OB&HRM area at IIMB; Prof. Pawan Budhwar, Aston University, Birmingham, UK; and Prof. Arup Varma, Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago.
The theme for the 2026 edition is ‘Sustainable Human Resource Management in the Age of Disruption’, with an emphasis on the profound and evolving impact of AI on work and workforces. Through keynotes, panel discussions, paper presentations and more, the conference seeks to reimagine HRM practices that respond not only to the opportunities presented by technological advancement but also to the human and ethical challenges they pose.
For more details: https://www.iimb.ac.in/hric2026/index.php
Doctoral Colloquium and Early Career Researchers Workshop
The Doctoral Colloquium and Early Career Researchers Workshop, providing feedback on research endeavors with hands-on workshops and discussions, will also be held as part of the pre-conference on 8 April. The day’s events will comprise a feedback session with peers and senior academics, a seminar on a topic of relevance to doctoral students, and interactive panels and roundtables focused on publishing.
Conference Tracks
1. Digital Transformation in HRM: Exploring how technology, including AI, is reshaping HR practices, including employee relations in remote and hybrid work environments.
2. Future of Work and HR: Examining how HR can lead organizations through change as work evolves due to societal and technological shifts, including ethics and Common Good HRM. It further includes investigating the challenges and strategies for managing a diverse, global workforce.
3. Employee Safety, Well-Being, and Mental Health: Focusing on initiatives and policies promoting mental health, work-life balance, and overall well-being.
4. Entrepreneurship and HRM: Exploring the intersection of entrepreneurship and HRM, focusing on how HR practices can support entrepreneurial ventures and foster innovation within organizations.
5. The Role of HR in Environmental Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Analyzing the role of HR in promoting sustainable practices and corporate social responsibility within organizations, such as Green HRM.
6. Talent Management and Succession Planning: Focusing on innovative approaches to attracting, retaining, and developing talent in a competitive landscape, including gig working, skunk teams/project-based organizations.
7. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Examining strategies for fostering inclusive workplaces and addressing systemic biases in HR practices.
8. Indigenous Knowledge System and HR: Exploring how indigenous knowledge and thoughts can shape HRM in the changing context.
9. Poster Presentations: Encouraging informal and open dialogue between researchers, providing a platform for networking and feedback. If accepted, researchers are expected to create a poster presentation summarizing their key research questions/ideas/findings.
10. Doctoral Submission: Doctoral Colloquium and Junior Faculty Development Workshop Submissions.
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9th International Conference on Future of Aviation and Aerospace (FOAA) to be held on 18 April 2026
IIMB, in partnership with TBS Education, France, to convene global meet
20 March, 2026, Bengaluru: IIM Bangalore Executive Education, in partnership with TBS Education, France, will host the 9th edition of the International Conference on Future of Aviation and Aerospace (FOAA) on 18 April 2026, from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm (IST), at Taj Westend, Bangalore. The annual global summit will bring together industry experts, researchers and academic experts to deepen understanding of the current and future state of the sector.
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The event agenda is available HERE.
This conference is part of a broader collaboration between IIM Bangalore and TBS Education, under which the two institutions deliver the General Management Programme for Aviation and Aerospace Executives, addressing the growing need for managerial talent in the dynamic sector.
FOAA 2026 will feature keynote addresses and panel discussions led by senior industry leaders and faculty from IIM Bangalore and TBS Education.
Ms. Annett Baessler, Deputy Consul General, German Consulate General in Bengaluru, will deliver the inaugural address. Opening remarks will be delivered by Prof. G Shainesh, Conference Chair, faculty in the Marketing area at IIMB; Prof. S Raghunath, Conference Chair, Retd. faculty in the Strategy area; and Prof. Christophe Benaroya, Director - Global Executive MBA, TBS Education.
The panel discussion on ‘Market Potential for Aviation & Aerospace in India’ will feature Mr. Belson Coutinho, COO, Akasa Air; Mr. Vasudevan S, Head - Aviation, Travel & tourism, India and APAC, ICF; Mr. Sunil Bhaskaran, Director - Air India Aviation Academy, Air India Limited; with Prof. G Shainesh as the Panel Chair.
Dr. Dwarakanath, Director General, Aerospace India Association, will be part of a session on ‘Design and Manufacture in India for Global Aerospace and Aviation Market: Opportunities and Challenges’.
Conversations on ‘Make in India - The Achievements of Indian Companies’ will bring together Dr. Kota Harinarayana, Former Programme Director and Chief Designer, Tejas, Light Combat Aircraft; and Mr. Biju Nanukuttan, Founder, AeroEdison.
The following session on ‘Future of Airports and Aviation Infrastructure’ will include Prof. G. Raghuram, Former Director, IIMB; Mr. Amber Dubey, CEO, Adani Airport Holdings Ltd.; and Mr. Satyaki Raghunath, Former Chief Operating Officer, BIAL.
The panel discussion ‘Future Opportunities and Challenges in Growing Talent’ is set to convene experts Prof. Christophe Benaroya, Head – MSc Program in Aerospace Management/French Ambassador; Ms. Ruchi Dhawan Sharma, Vice President & Head – HR, Indigo; and Prof. Cordula Barzantny, Head of the Centre of Excellence AeroSpace, TBS Education.
Prof. S Raghunath will chair the concluding session of the day titled, ‘Future of AI & Analytics in Aerospace and Aviation’, bringing together Mr. Uma Maheshwar, Chief Consulting Engineer, GE Aerospace; Mr. Vishak Raman, Vice President – Sales, Fortinet.
The conference will conclude with the GMAE Alumni Networking Event.
Contact Mohsina from the EEP Office for more details.
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Research & Publications Office to host six-day Summer Research Methodology Workshop 2026 from 20-25 April
Last date to submit applications is 9th March, and shortlisted candidates will be released on 16th March 2026
10 February, 2026, Bengaluru: The Office of Research and Publications (R&P) will host the Summer Research Methodology Workshop 2026 from 20–25 April, in Classroom N101, IIM Bangalore. The workshop, which will be hosted in recognition of the importance of research in today’s academic world, is aimed to benefit academic researchers, specifically PhD students and early career faculty at management institutes and business schools, in their area of research and publication. The faculty of IIM Bangalore will anchor the six-day workshop.
The Programme Directors are Prof. Sushanta K Mishra, OBHRM area, Chairperson, Research and Publications, IIMB, and Prof. Deepak Chandrashekar, Strategy area, IIMB.
Important Dates
The last date for application submission is 9th March 2026. The names of shortlisted candidates will be released on 16th March 2026. Shortlisted candidates, who confirm their registration with the programme fee by 5th April 2026, may avail the early-bird offer.
Content and Structure
The Workshop will consist of two tracks: Track 1 includes dedicated sessions on Qualitative Comparative Analysis and Network Analysis, and Track 2 includes dedicated sessions on Event Study Methodology, Applied Econometrics, and Difference-in-Differences. Both tracks will comprise common sessions on qualitative and quantitative methods, experimental design, and meta-analysis. The workshop will also feature a panel discussion with a focus on research and publication.
For details of the Summer Workshop Schedule, click here
Application Process
Interested PhD candidates/early career faculty should submit their application through email, with valid proof of registration to a doctoral programme/institutional affiliation from the candidate's official email to randpworkshop@iimb.ac.in.
The application must include the candidate’s name, designation, and institutional affiliation, along with a one-page CV and a one-page Statement of Purpose (SoP); please note that the SoP will play an important role in the selection of candidates.
Fee Structure
The participants will be charged a programme fee of INR 25,000/- (including GST) for six days, the fee is inclusive of lunch and refreshments during tea breaks for the duration of the workshop.
The early-bird participants (who register and make the payment by 5th April 2026) will be charged an all-inclusive programme fee of INR 20,000/- only.
Note: The programme fee is not inclusive of accommodation. Selected candidates are requested to make their own accommodation arrangements. Alternatively, the Research and Publications Office could provide options for (on-campus) accommodation (hostel/guest house) on request, subject to availability.
Certificate of Participation
The Certificate of Participation will be awarded to the participants upon successful completion of the workshop.
The six-day Winter Workshop follows a successful edition of the Winter & Summer Research Methodology Workshop held in December 2024, May 2025, and December 2025. Click here for testimonials from participants.
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Research & Publications Office to host seminar on Predicting Propagation in Complex Service Systems
Prof. Vishwakant Malladi, ISB, to deliver the session on 22 April
08 April, 2026, Bengaluru: The Office of Research and Publications (R&P) at IIM Bangalore will host a seminar on ‘Predicting Propagation from Paths: A Parsimonious, Subordination-Based Framework’, to be led by Prof. Vishwakant Malladi, Operations Management, Indian School of Business, at 2.30 PM on 22 April 2026, in Classroom P-21.
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Service systems such as healthcare and airline operations often exhibit strong interdependencies, where disruptions at one stage propagate downstream, creating delays and intertemporal correlations across components. Accurately predicting such propagation is critical for planning and real-time decision-making.
This study introduces a parsimonious stochastic framework, time-lagged partially subordinated Markov chains (TLPSMCs), which extends continuous-time Markov chains by incorporating a time-change mechanism that captures flexible intertemporal dependence while maintaining tractability. The framework characterizes intertemporal correlations, derives steady-state properties, and proposes a calibration algorithm to estimate parameters directly from data. It is further extended to multi-stage systems.
Focusing on prediction, the model is evaluated in a tandem queue and an airline network setting. In both cases, TLPSMC-based predictions of downstream congestion and delays outperform benchmark methods. The findings demonstrate that TLPSMCs offer a practical approach to modeling and forecasting system-wide disruptions, enabling more informed operational decision-making.
Speaker Profile:
Prof. Vishwakant Malladi is an Assistant Professor of Operations Management at the Indian School of Business. He earned his PhD in Risk and Operations Management from the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on risk modeling in high-dimensional systems, particularly using Lévy processes, and examines the role of risk and dependence in operations management problems such as inventory, reliability, and facility location.
Prior to academia, he worked as a Statistical Analyst at Fractal Analytics and as an Equity Research Analyst at Centrum Capital. He holds a B.Tech from IIT Bombay and an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad.
Webpage Link: https://discover.isb.edu/about/vishwakant-malladi
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Research & Publications Office to host seminar titled ‘Debiasing Law Enforcement: New Evidence from India’ on 23 April
Seminar by Prof. Nishith Prakash, Northeastern University
06 April, 2026, Bengaluru: The Office of Research and Publications (R&P) will host a seminar on, ‘Debiasing Law Enforcement Officers: Evidence from an Expressive Arts Intervention in India’, to be led by Prof. Nishith Prakash, Public Policy area, Northeastern University, at 2.30 PM on 23 April 2026.
Abstract:
Biases among state agents can undermine public service delivery and restrict access to justice, particularly for marginalized groups. This study examines whether reshaping police officers’ attitudes toward gender-based violence (GBV) improves real-world policing outcomes. In partnership with the Government of Bihar, India, the researchers implement a clustered randomized controlled trial across 419 police stations and approximately 2,500 senior officers serving 42 million citizens. The intervention a three-day expressive art–based training, uses role play, perspective-taking, and experiential learning to address gender norms, empathy, and technical skills related to GBV cases.
Six months post-intervention, treated officers show significant improvements in attitudes, including reduced victim-blaming, higher empathy, and enhanced legal knowledge. These translate into improved workplace behavior and culture, with junior female officers reporting lower harassment and anxiety. One year later, victim audits reveal better police responses, including reduced case dismissal and more appropriate support. The study also finds persistence of individual-level improvements despite officer transfers, along with positive spillovers among untreated peers. Overall, the findings demonstrate that implicit biases among frontline state agents are malleable and that immersive behavioral training can drive sustained institutional improvements.
Speaker Profile:
Prof. Nishith Prakash is Professor of Public Policy at Northeastern University with a joint appointment in the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs and the Department of Economics, and Co-Director of the Global Action for Policy Initiative. His research focuses on development economics, particularly human capital, gender, and institutional reform in low- and middle-income countries. Using large-scale field experiments and administrative data, his work generates policy-relevant evidence and has informed interventions in collaboration with organizations such as the World Bank.
He serves as Co-Editor of Economics of Education Review and Associate Editor of the Journal of Development Economics, and is affiliated with global research networks including BREAD, CESifo, and IZA. He is also co-founder of the Association for Mentoring and Inclusion in Economics (AMIE), reflecting a broader commitment to expanding access and strengthening the academic pipeline in the field. He earned his PhD from the University of Houston and has held visiting positions at leading institutions such as University of Connecticut, Dartmouth College, Yale University, Columbia University, Harvard Kennedy School, Boston University, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Webpage Link: https://www.nishithprakash.com/
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SCMC at IIMB to host the Climate Innovation Summit 2026 on 28 and 29 May 2026
Two-day summit to accelerate India’s progress toward Viksit Bharat 2047 and Net Zero 2070
18 March, 2026, Bengaluru: The Supply Chain Management Centre (SCMC) at IIM Bangalore will host the Climate Innovation Summit 2026 on 28 and 29 May 2026. The two-day summit aims to accelerate India’s transition towards a low-carbon economy, aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and the Net Zero 2070 commitment.
Interested participants can register using the following link: https://forms.gle/S5gkiNLs67SAvVkX6
The summit will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and academic experts to translate climate ambition into actionable strategies. It seeks to catalyse clean technology adoption, industrial decarbonisation, and green finance through cross-sector collaboration, while strengthening India’s pathway to a resilient and sustainable future.
The summit agenda will focus on high-impact sectors critical to India’s low-carbon transition. Discussions will cover Power Sector Transformation, Decarbonising Buildings & Infrastructure, Metals & Mining Transition, Innovation in Clean Energy Technologies, Digital Enablement for Decarbonisation, Nature-Based Solutions, Climate Finance & Carbon Markets, Climate Innovation, Startups & Green Jobs.
A key feature of the summit will be its curated Policy Dialogues and Business Matchmaking Roundtables. These closed-door sessions will bring together CXOs, policymakers, regulators, researchers, and investors to facilitate strategic partnerships and develop actionable roadmaps for India’s Net Zero transition.
The event will feature over 30 global speakers and industry pioneers, who will share practical insights and forward-looking perspectives on climate strategy, innovation, and implementation. As part of its sustainability commitment, the summit will host a ‘One Participant, One Tree’ initiative, under which one tree will be planted for every registered delegate, creating a lasting environmental impact beyond the event.
Registration
Early-bird registrations (exclusive of GST) are open until 15 April 2026. Registration fees are ₹25,000 for one delegate and ₹40,000 for two delegates, with special group rates available for three or more participants.
Payment details will be shared via email upon registration.
Contact Details
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Dr Aditya Gupta | aditya.gupta@iimb.ac.in | 9289123456
Pavithra I | pavithra.i@iimb.ac.in | 9972934467
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Email: climateinnovation@netzerothink.com | cis2026@iimb.ac.in
M: +91 82406 15694
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Call for Papers: XXI International Conference on Public Policy & Management to be held from 2-4 September at IIMB
Themed ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, the deadline for paper submissions is 31 May 2026
6 January, 2026, Bengaluru: The Centre for Public Policy (CPP), a public interest-oriented policy think tank housed at IIM Bangalore, announces the Call for Papers for the XXI International Conference on Public Policy & Management to be held from September 2 to 4, 2026, at the institute campus. The upcoming edition of the conference is themed, ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.
The interdisciplinary conference draws scholars representing diverse perspectives on public policy issues and provides a forum for showcasing the latest developments in policy research and practice. The annual conference hosts pre-conference activities, academic sessions, topical policy debates, workshops, panel discussions and practitioner-oriented discussions on contemporary topics in public policy and management.
The conference is ideal for academicians, students, research scholars, policy practitioners, lawyers, NGO professionals and anyone with an interest in public policy.
Key dates:
- Complete paper submission: May 31, 2026
- Announcement of acceptance results: June 30, 2026
To submit your Research Paper/ Practitioner Case Study, visit: https://cpp2026.iimb.scholarit.net/
Conference theme: Atmanirbhar Bharat
This year, under the broad theme of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, the conference will explore a range of interconnected sub-themes that focus on strengthening domestic capabilities – across institutions, industries, technologies and human capital – so that India’s development is driven by resilience and innovation. Advancing this vision requires rethinking regulatory, administrative and policy frameworks, furthering ease of doing business, enhancing human capabilities, and addressing implementation challenges ex-ante. Evidence from India and abroad on development policies, technological adoption, supply chain resilience, and governance innovations including AI tools, provides valuable insights, as do learnings from ongoing schemes, missions and programs aimed at manufacturing, digital empowerment, livelihoods, and public service delivery.
From building stronger primary healthcare systems and reducing dependence on external medical supply chains to empowering MSMEs, enhancing agricultural value chains, deepening digital public infrastructure, improving labour markets, and enabling climate-resilient development, the pursuit of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ spans diverse and critical themes. The call for papers invites theoretical, empirical, and case-study-based research addressing these issues and others, contributing to a growing body of knowledge that explores how self-reliance can be advanced across India’s economic and social landscape. Advancing this vision requires rethinking regulatory, administrative and policy frameworks, and addressing implementation challenges ex-ante. Evidence from India and abroad on industrial policy, technological adoption including AI tools, supply chain resilience, and governance innovations provides valuable insights, as do learnings from ongoing schemes, missions and programs aimed at manufacturing, digital empowerment, livelihoods, and public service delivery. Submissions not falling within these themes, but otherwise related to public policy topics, are also welcome.
For more details on the conference theme, event details, etc., click HERE.
Call for Research Papers and Practitioner Case Studies
Authors are invited to submit their original research findings and case studies relating to the above-mentioned themes and other public policy topics under any one of the following two avenues:
A. Research Paper
The full paper should adhere to the following guidelines:
The topic of the paper should be directly related to public policy.
The word limit of the paper is 5000-8000 words, and the abstract is 250 words.
Please use British English.
Please send the paper using PDF format, Times New Roman font, 12 font size, 1.5 line spacing.
Please send author/co-author’s biography (2-3 lines) indicating affiliation, designation, and contact details.
Please check for plagiarism, grammar, punctuation, and spelling before submitting the paper.
During Signup/Login, please indicate, in case your paper is not selected for full paper presentation, whether you are willing to include it as a poster presentation.
B. Practitioner Case Studies
Policy practitioners from both the public and private sector and researchers are invited to submit case studies from their successful experiences in the field, challenges faced in policy implementation, and learnings that could drive policy recommendations.
The word limit of the case study is 5000 words.
Please use British English.
Please send the paper using PDF format, Times New Roman font, 12 font size, 1.5 line spacing.
Please send practitioner’s biography (2-3 lines) indicating affiliation, designation, and contact details.
C. Post-Acceptance Guidelines:
Registration fee is applicable for all the authors and co-authors attending the conference as per the guidelines.
PhD scholars selected for travel and accommodation support will be notified separately.
The organizing committee of this year’s conference comprises Prof. Gopal Naik, Senior Fellow, Chairperson and Jal Jeevan Mission Chair Professor at the Centre for Public Policy, IIM Bangalore; Prof. Arnab Mukherji, Chairperson, Master of Management Studies (Public Policy) – PGPPM and faculty of Public Policy at IIMB; Prof. Soham Sahoo, Chairperson of the Public Policy area of IIMB; Prof. Rajalaxmi Kamath, Chairperson, Internal Committee and faculty of the Public Policy area of IIMB, and Dr. Anjana Dube, Chief Policy Officer at CPP.
Conference Venue:
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore – 560076
Contact Information:
Email: cppconference@iimb.ac.in
Phone: +91 80 26993051/3323
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