AWARDS

The GCBSS Series currently offers two prestigious awards: the Distinguished Academic Award (DAA) and the Lifetime Achievement Award (LAA). The criteria for each award are outlined below.

To make a nomination, please complete the appropriate nomination form using the links provided on the right-hand side of this page. Completed nomination forms should be submitted to the GCBSS Series Coordinator at admin@gcbss.org

DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC AWARD (DAA)

The Distinguished Academic Award is presented annually at GCBSS conferences to an individual who has made a substantial and direct contribution to academic life in the fields of business and social sciences. Such contributions may be in the areas of research, teaching, or public service. While research achievements are typically central, the award also recognises excellence in other forms of academic engagement.

The award is usually granted to an individual who has spent a significant part of their academic career within a higher education institution globally. It may only be awarded once to the same individual.

Nominations are sought each autumn from the GCBSS membership. A sub-committee reviews all nominations, along with any additional candidates it may consider appropriate, and makes a recommendation to the GCBSS Executive Committee. The award is then presented at the subsequent GCBSS Annual Conference, subject to the recipient's acceptance.

The awardee is expected to present a paper during one of the panel sessions at the following GCBSS conference. Subject to editorial review, this paper may be published as an invited article in one of the journals associated with the GCBSS Series. For this reason, the award is typically given to an academically active scholar.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD (LAA)

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognises one or more individuals each year who have made a sustained and substantial contribution to academic research, teaching, or service in the fields of business and social sciences over the course of their careers.

Nominees should have spent a significant portion of their academic careers within higher education institutions worldwide.

Nominations are invited annually from past GCBSS delegates. A sub-committee considers all submitted nominations and may also evaluate additional candidates as it sees fit. Final recommendations are made to the GCBSS Executive Committee, and awards are presented at the following GCBSS Annual Conference, subject to the nominee's agreement.

WHY SHOULD YOU ENTER THE GCBSS AWARDS?

RECOGNITION AND VISIBILITY

GCBSS Awards offer a platform for global recognition. Nominees and finalists are publicly acknowledged through GCBSS and GATR media outlets, business press coverage, and social media platforms. Admissible nominations are showcased on the GCBSS Awards website, enhancing visibility across the academic and professional community. Nominees are also encouraged to highlight their recognition in their own publicity and marketing materials.

REVIEW AND VALIDATION

GCBSS Awards engage with over 6,000 universities worldwide and are at the forefront of identifying leading trends and thought leadership in business and social sciences. Each nomination is subject to independent, peer-reviewed evaluation by the GCBSS Awards Advisory Board, composed of respected academic experts from multiple disciplines.

This process provides academic validation for outstanding contributions, delivering a credible and unbiased affirmation of quality and impact, far more meaningful than traditional marketing or advertising.

BENEFITS OF A GCBSS AWARD

• Official award and certificate with gold seal
• Recognition and visibility through GCBSS & GATR platforms
• Independent review and validation by a global academic board
• Academic discussion session (In-Person & Online)
• Conference kit
• Refereed proceedings CD with ISBN
• Abstract video publication on GCBSS's official YouTube channel
• Journal publication fees sponsored by GATR (subject to editorial review)
• Printed program schedule
• Two coffee breaks per day
• Daily international buffet lunch
• Gala dinner and networking
• Free courier delivery of award materials to online (visual) nominees worldwide