About the Conference

In the rapidly evolving global economy, business sustainability and responsible entrepreneurship have emerged as critical drivers of long-term growth and competitiveness. The SBPIM’s INSPIRE-2026 International Conference seeks to bring together global thought leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and investors to deliberate on emerging business innovations that foster inclusive, digital, and sustainable growth. This conference aims to provide a global platform for knowledge sharing, research dissemination, and collaboration between academia, industry, and governance bodies. By integrating Sustainable Practices Innovation, and Responsible Entrepreneurship, INSPIRE 2026 aspires to shape the future of business leadership and global economic progress.

Conference Objectives

1. To promote dialogue and collaboration among academicians, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs on innovative and sustainable business practices that contribute to global well-being.
2. To explore the role of responsible entrepreneurship in fostering inclusive economic growth, social equity, and environmental stewardship across diverse sectors.
3. To encourage innovation-driven sustainability, highlighting how technological advancement and creative business models can address contemporary global challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and social inequality.
4. To provide a platform for sharing research insights and best practices that integrate sustainability, ethics, and responsibility into core business strategies and corporate governance.

Important Dates

• Track 1: Marketing & Strategy

Sustainable Branding and Green Marketing Innovations

Digital Transformation in Customer Experience Management

Global Market Entry and Ethical Positioning Strategies

Responsible Consumption and Consumer Behavior Insights

Start-up Marketing and Impact-driven Branding

Strategic Alliances for Circular Economy Growth

• Track 2: Finance & Investment

Resilient Economy & Global Perspective

Green Finance for Sustainable Development

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Metrics and Disclosure Practices

FinTech and Digital Financial Inclusion

Investment Models for Start-ups and Responsible Ventures

Policy Reforms and Global Financial Governance

Carbon Markets and Sustainability-linked Bonds

Digital Governance in Global perspective

Global Trade Policy

• Track 3: Human Resource Management

Responsible Leadership and Ethical Decision-Making

Building a Sustainable Organizational Culture

Green HRM and Employee Well-being Strategies

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Global Workplaces

Leadership Development in the Digital Era

Human Capital Analytics for Sustainable Performance

• Track 4: Operations & Supply Chain Management

Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chain Practices

Lean and Green Operations Management

Digital Twins, AI, and Automation in Sustainable Operations

Logistics Optimization and Circular Supply Chain Design

Waste Minimization and Resource Efficiency Models

Global Operations Strategy and Policy Challenges

• Track 5: Business Analytics & Digital Transformation

Data-Driven Decision-Making for Responsible Growth

Predictive Analytics for Sustainability Performance

AI and Machine Learning in Smart Enterprises

Blockchain for Transparent and Ethical Business Systems

Digital Policy Innovation and Risk Management

Analytics for Measuring ESG & its Impact on Investments

• Track 6: Entrepreneurship & Innovation (Interdisciplinary Track)

Responsible Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Start-ups

Social Innovation and Inclusive Business Models

Public–Private Partnerships for Green Enterprise Development

Women and Youth Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies

Innovation Policy and Global Start-up Ecosystems

Technology Incubation, Venture Capital, and Impact Acceleration

• Track 7: SDG Goals

PCET’s S.B. Patil Institute of Management, Pune invites conceptual and descriptive research papers from academicians, industry professionals, research scholars, and students across diverse disciplines. The conference aims to provide an engaging platform for sharing innovative ideas, theoretical perspectives, and practical insights based on the given themes. Participants will benefit from thought-provoking keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions, and research presentations that explore emerging trends and contemporary issues in management and related fields. The event seeks to foster collaboration between academia and industry, enabling participants to exchange knowledge, inspire impactful research, and contribute to the advancement of professional practice.

Join us in engaging with forward-thinking perspectives and discovering actionable insights at the forefront of global business management.

Publication Opportunities

• All the submitted Abstracts will be published in the Conference Proceedings with an ISBN and a DOI number, to be published by Journal Press India.
• The selected quality papers will be published in an Edited Book with an ISBN and DOI number, to be published by Journal Press India.
• The selected quality papers will be recommended for the Journals indexed in Scopus /Ebsco/ ProQuest/ABDC,  subject to Journal policy, Review process and Acceptance by the respective journal/discretion of the Editor. The cost of publication if any, to be borne by author, as per the Journal policy.
• All the shortlisted papers will undergo a Blind Review Process.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

• The acceptable word range for the abstract is 150-200 words.
• Minimum 3 and Maximum 5 Keywords.

Paper Submission Guidelines

• To be submitted in a document with A4 size pages with double-spaced, Times New Roman-12 font size in MS Word compatible format text.
• The length of research papers (including references) should be 2500 to 4000 words.

Suggestive Paper Structure

1. Introduction
2. Literature Review
3. Research Methodology
4. Data Analysis
5. Findings/Results
6. Conclusion/Implications
7. Recommendations (wherever required)
8. Acknowledgements (wherever appropriate)
9. References
10. Appendices (if any)

• Case studies should be accompanied by teaching notes and references.
• Headings and subheadings must be short and numbered. The primary and sub—headings should be in title—case capitalization.
• Figures/ diagrams/ graphs to be given relevant titles, to be preferably in an editable form and numbered consecutively. The source reference should be indicated at the bottom.
• Tables preferably in an editable form and numbered consecutively. Its 'title' should be placed above the table and 'source' should be indicated at the bottom. Tables should be numbered and referred to in the text as Table 1, Table 2, etc.
• References should be included at the end of the paper and arranged in alphabetical order. The references must follow the style guide of the American Psychological Association (APA) seventh edition.
• All manuscripts will be subject to blind peer- review.
• The text should be in English. British usage is accepted.
• All submissions should report original and previously unpublished research irrespective of the type of research paper you are presenting.
• Only e-submission will be accepted via website link.