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Introduction to COIL for Business

Learn how to bring collaborative online international learning (COIL) to your course by attending this energizing event. 

Content will include the WHY of COIL for business classes, examples of COIL projects, benefits to business students across the globe, the COIL design sequence – and resources for finding an international partner to work with. COIL is an innovative pedagogy that brings students and faculty together in online platforms to work collaboratively on experiential projects. It is an inclusive pedagogy that expands access to experiential global learning, enables students to practice in-demand skills in virtual and multinational teaming, and encourages skills development in cross-cultural communication.

Faculty from GBSN institutions interested in delivering a COIL class are invited to attend one of two information sessions on September 15 and October 20, 2023 at 12pm EDT. Faculty will have the opportunity to be matched with faculty from another institution for COIL course development. A guided design sprint will be offered to select faculty pairs in spring 2024. The goal of the program is to support faculty connections and adoption of COIL pedagogy for teaching. The program is sponsored by the Title VI CIBER COIL Network through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

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Click here for more information, or contact Rebecca Bellinger, Executive Director, Center for Global Business at the University of Maryland at rbelling@umd.edu.

3rd Pritam Singh Memorial (PRISM) Conference

The annual conference PRISM 2023, is a flagship initiative of the foundation. Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) is the host for the PRISM Conference 2023 on the theme “Reimagining the Future of Business: The Challenges of Leadership, Digitalization, and Sustainability”. The various stakeholders from academia, business, regulators, policymakers, and multilateral agencies are invited to present insights on the future of business in a sustainable, technology-driven environment. The 3rd edition of the PRISM Conference will, therefore, delve on the dimensions of Leadership, Digitalization, and Sustainability in the context of the challenges for the future business.

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Important Dates & Submissions

  • Submission of extended abstract – 20 August, 2023
  • Decision on the acceptance of abstract – 30 August, 2023
  • Registration starting date – Open Now
  • Submission of Manuscripts – 20 October, 2023
  • Manuscript for Edited Book Publishing – 30 October, 2023
  • Conference Presentations – 17th-19th November, 2023
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About the Dr. Pritam Singh Foundation

Dr. Pritam Singh Foundation is a registered trust, dedicated to groom and mentoring leaders in academia and industry. It has been founded to take forward the legacy and life lessons of Dr. Pritam Singh. The trustees include Mr. P Dwarakanath (Former Chairman, GSK), Mr. S Y Siddiqui (Executive Advisor, Maruti Suzuki), Dr. H Chaturvedi (Director, BIMTECH), Dr. Asha Bhandarker (Distinguished Prof, IMI-Delhi) and Dr. B A Metri (Director, IIM Nagpur). Dr. Pritam Singh Foundation proposes to build a body of knowledge and facilitate management practices in the corporate sector, based on the integration of Indian ethos with Global wisdom.

The flagship initiative of the foundation has been the annual conference first conducted 17-19th November 2021, in partnership with the Jindal Global University. The second annual conference was organized at Indian Institute of Management, Nagpur in 2022. The foundation also conducts the annual competitions for Young Leaders, for Faculty and for Management students. The unique initiative of Foundation to Coach young leaders of the industry to rise to the business leadership of the country and the globe is brining prestige from community.

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10th Responsible Management Education Research Conference

The 10th RMER Conference hosted by Iscte Business School is a forum intended to engage multiple stakeholders in a dialogue around Agenda 2030 and beyond and enhance further collaborations in responsible management education and research, and sustainable business practices to advance the SDGs.

This year marks the 10th, Jubilee anniversary of RMER Conferences.  Across a decade of achievement, RMER Conferences have explored the complexities and global challenges involved in the transition to more sustainable production and consumption patterns. Different agents, including companies, nonprofits, governmental entities, organizations, consumers, and society at large, need to work together to effectively advance the 2030 Agenda and beyond. Through multidimensional and multidisciplinary dialogue and knowledge sharing among management educators in conversation with other stakeholders have advanced responsible management education and learning. As the challenge remains, further dialogue on how economic restructuring and social transformation on the journey to a more sustainable world is still needed.

The Responsible Management Education Research (RMER) Conference will be held at Iscte Business School from 26th to 28th of September 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. The conference theme is “Sustainable and Responsible Management: A decade of Integrating Knowledge and Creating Societal Impact through Innovation and Entrepreneurship.” Deadline registration for authors is June 30th and early bird registration is up to August 18th.

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3rd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Processing – AIKP’23

About AIKP ’23

Artificial Intelligence & Knowledge Processing is playing a vital role in changing most of the sectors’ processes and landscape. AI has an enormous impact on various automation industries and their functioning converting traditional industries to AI-based factories. New algorithms are changing the way business processes and results are analyzed and predicted. Knowledge processing is the act of comprehending and then representing human knowledge in data structures; semantic models, which are conceptual diagrams of data as they relate to the real world; and heuristics, which are principles that lead to answers to every AI challenge. The way how a human think, knowledge processing transforms the data into knowledge and makes the machine think like a human and makes better decisions. This makes the humans work simple, but it has some ethical concerns that need to be sorted out. This AI and knowledge processing conference addresses the drawbacks and challenges in current practices in various sectors. The research area includes Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Decision Support Systems, Knowledge representation, semantics, Bigdata analytics, Intelligent systems, fuzzy-based neural networks and other fields.

Publication

Minimum of three independent reviewers will be reviewing the paper and they will provide scientific comments on those papers. Based on their review chair will approve the paper. After a careful reviewing process, accepted papers will be submitted to publish in the proceedings with Springer in their Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS) series.

Best Paper Award

HCIS Best Paper Award will be awarded to the best paper published on HCIS. The best paper will be selected based on the technical quality and the review process of the initial full paper. The Award consists of a Certificate and one prize of 300 euros to the author of the Best paper.

Call for Papers

Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

Theme – I: Artificial Intelligence & Knowledge Processing

Theme – II: Machine Learning

Theme – III: Deep Learning

Theme – IV: Intelligent Control

Theme – V: Artificial Vision

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Just Transition: Embedding Justice in Low-Carbon Futures Conference

A half-day conference to understand the implications and challenges of a Just Transition in Ireland

Wednesday, June 7, 9am-2pm IST. In-person and virtual participation options.

Transitioning to a low-carbon economy requires transformative changes in technology, society, human behaviour, and institutional practices. During this conference, we facilitate a cross-disciplinary dialogue to encourage integrated and interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding of how a Just Transition to a low-carbon future can be achieved. We will explore questions such as:

  • How can research on Just Transition contribute to the decarbonisation of our socio-economic systems?
  • How can we produce knowledge that can ensure social justice is not compromised during the transition process?
  • How can integrated and interdisciplinary research contribute to solving complex societal problems?

John Barry: Just(ice) Transformations in the Anthropocene: Conflict Transformation and the Role and Responsibility of Academia in Democratically Navigating Pathways to Post-Carbon and Post-Growth Futures

John Barry, Professor of Green Political Economy in the Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action at Queens University Belfast, will give his presentation on the need to bring together the literature on conflict transformation and energy transitions and examine the role and responsibility of academia during times of a planetary crisis.

Niamh Moore-Cherry: Place-based approaches to sustainable and just urban and regional development: Lessons for policy and practice

Drawing on two recent projects, Prof. Niamh Moore-Cherry, UCD School of Geography and College of Social Sciences and Law, will give an account of how urban and regional policies and programmes must not exacerbate existing inequalities

Donna Marshall: Just Transition in Fashion: Can it happen?

Prof. Donna Marshall’s presentation will explore the tensions between economic, social and environmental demands of a fast fashion giant and the impact on its supply chain and specifically its workers.

Patrick Brodie: Just Transitions and Irelands Postcolonial Ecological Regime

Lecturer and Assistant Professor Patrick Brodie, UCD School of Information and Communication Studies, will present on his work with Dr. Patrick Bresnihan, Maynooth University, about anti-extractivism and environmental justice movements in Ireland against multinationals.

Kate Flood: Just Transition and Irish peatlands: fostering transformative ecological, economic, and socio-cultural relationships with peatland landscapes

Dr. Kate Flood, EPA researcher, the cultural context and experiences of communities in the midlands regions of Ireland as they transition from extracting peat systems to more regenerative models. These transitions require ‘social-ecological’ investment and resourcing, both for the scientific aspects of peatland restoration, rewetting and conservation and the relational networks that are crucial to building the collaborative communities, cultures and economies of the future.

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Inspire Speaker Series: Media and Entertainment in Africa | Sponsored by Stanford Seed and Stanford Business Africa Business Club

The entertainment industry in Africa has come a long way in recent years, evolving rapidly to become a significant contributor to the continent’s economy. With the rise of technology and social media, African artists have gained global recognition and established a significant presence in the international music scene. The likes of Davido, Wizkid, Tems, and Burna Boy are living testimonies to this growth, with their unique sound and message consistently breaking streaming records.

The African entertainment industry has seen a surge in investment, with major corporations and investors recognizing the potential of the industry. This has led to the development of state-of-the-art studios, sound equipment, and the emergence of talent agencies that support and promote African artists. Moreover, African artists are now becoming a priority on streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, which have helped to break down barriers and increase access to African music worldwide.

The future of the African entertainment industry is promising, with new talent emerging and more collaborations with international artists. The rise of African superstars has paved the way for other artists to gain recognition, and with recent Grammy wins and NBA All-Star halftime shows, a new standard has been set for the African music industry. With the support of investors and technology, the African entertainment industry should continue its upward trajectory. However, the lingering question is: will this be a moment or an era?

Please join us for an insightful session with industry experts on Entertainment in Africa because in the words of Fireboy, “I am in San Francisco jamming.”

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Inspire Speaker Series: Media and Entertainment in Africa

Date: Wednesday May 24th, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM PT | 5:00 PM GMT | 7:00 PM CAT
Location: Online

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The entertainment industry in Africa has come a long way in recent years, evolving rapidly to become a significant contributor to the continent’s economy. With the rise of technology and social media, African artists have gained global recognition and established a significant presence in the international music scene. The likes of Davido, Wizkid, Tems, and Burna Boy are living testimonies to this growth, with their unique sound and message consistently breaking streaming records.

The African entertainment industry has seen a surge in investment, with major corporations and investors recognizing the potential of the industry. This has led to the development of state-of-the-art studios, sound equipment, and the emergence of talent agencies that support and promote African artists. Moreover, African artists are now becoming a priority on streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, which have helped to break down barriers and increase access to African music worldwide.

The future of the African entertainment industry is promising, with new talent emerging and more collaborations with international artists. The rise of African superstars has paved the way for other artists to gain recognition, and with recent Grammy wins and NBA All-Star halftime shows, a new standard has been set for the African music industry. With the support of investors and technology, the African entertainment industry should continue its upward trajectory. However, the lingering question is: will this be a moment or an era?

Please join us for an insightful session with industry experts on Entertainment in Africa because in the words of Fireboy, “I am in San Francisco jamming.”

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Lagos Business School: Fairwork Nigeria Stakeholder Forum

Stakeholders Workshop: 20 April 2023

Building on the findings of the Fairwork Nigeria report, a stakeholders workshop is scheduled to take place on the 20th of April 2023 to engage with platform companies, workers, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders. The workshop will provide a platform for discussions on the key issues highlighted in the report and explore strategies for improving platform work in Nigeria.

The stakeholders workshop will commence the second year of scoring of platforms in Nigeria, where the Fairwork principles will continue to be used to evaluate the working conditions of platform workers in Nigeria. Through this process, the Fairwork project aims to encourage platforms to adopt fairer labor practices and promote greater transparency and accountability in the platform economy.

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Woxsen University in Collaboration With Coursera is Organizing an Unconference on theFuture of Online Education

The School of Business & School of Law, Woxsen University in collaboration with Coursera are hosting an online “Unconference” on May 29th, 2023, to discuss the next immediate concerns, solutions, and initiatives institutions have with liquid learning.

The online education industry has been rapidly evolving over the years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated this transformation. As institutions continue to shift towards online learning, it has become imperative to explore and implement innovative solutions to ensure a seamless transition to this new learning environment.

The event will take place on May 29th, 2023, at 6:30/7 PM (IST), and will be conducted entirely online.

The theme of this year’s unconference is “Beyond Reality: Uniting Communities through the Metaverse, AR, and VR in Online Education.” The unconference aims to explore the potential of the metaverse, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) in revolutionizing the online education industry. The event will feature seven panelists, including one from Woxsen University and one from Coursera.

The unconference will provide a platform for deans, directors, rectors, VCs, VPs, and senior industry professionals to discuss the latest trends, success stories, and cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of online learning. The event will explore how the metaverse, AR, and VR can be used to create interactive and collaborative learning spaces that transcend physical boundaries. The unconference will also delve into the potential of leveraging these technologies to create more engaging and personalized learning experiences for students.

The unconference promises to be an exciting event for educators, students, and anyone interested in the future of online education. Participants can expect a highly interactive and collaborative learning environment, where they can connect and engage with industry experts and peers from around the world.

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Global Executive Summit 2023 | Presented by Woxsen University

Woxsen University is delighted to share with you an excellent opportunity to network with the prime goal to learn, connect, aspire and innovate.

We would like to invite you to the Global Executive Summit 2023, which will be held in person at Woxsen University, Hyderabad, India, from 14-15 September 2023.

The Global Executive Summit is an exclusive event that brings together the world’s most influential academic leaders, business leaders, thought leaders, and industry experts for a two-day conference aimed at sharing insights and strategies for success in today’s rapidly changing academic and business landscape.

At the Global Executive Summit, attendees have the opportunity to participate in high-level discussions on topics ranging from higher education, global economics and emerging markets to disruptive technologies and innovation. Through a combination of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, attendees gain valuable insights on the latest trends and best practices in their industries, and learn how to stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

In addition to the informative sessions, the Global Executive Summit also provides ample opportunities for networking and collaboration. Attendees have the chance to connect with peers from around the world, build valuable relationships, and explore potential business partnerships.

The Global Executive Summit is the ultimate event for executives and business leaders looking to stay at the forefront of their industries, connect with other industry experts, and gain valuable insights that can help them take their organizations to the next level. 

Theme: Re-imagining Higher Education #FutureYou

Location: Woxsen University, Hyderabad

Objective: In continuation of GIS and ECF 2022, we invite you to join us at GES 2023. The objective is – Revise the Future Steps and Activities in Higher Education ensuring a Sustainable and Innovative Growth for all Learners

Expected Outcomes: The renewal of the joint call to action in the form of a Manifesto ensuring a set of outcome-driven guidelines that centralize the ground activities. A Manifesto 2023 edition will be signed.

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