Purpose Of Conference:
The Global Academy of Training & Research (GATR), Malaysia, in collaboration with the University of Prešov (Slovakia), University of Kelaniya (Sri Lanka), University of Brawijaya (Indonesia), Elsevier (UK), Inderscience Publishers (Switzerland), Emerald Group Publishing (UK), Cairo University (Egypt), Kalasalingam University (India), Asia-Pacific Institute of Dispute Management (APIDM) (Australia), Trisakti School of Management (Indonesia), Sriwijaya University (Indonesia), University of Dhaka (Bangladesh), State University of Malang (Indonesia), Tanjungpura University (Indonesia), University of Antique (Philippines), Independent University (Bangladesh), UUM Press (Malaysia), and HSE University (Russia), is proud to organise the 18th Global Conference on Business and Social Sciences (18th GCBSS 2026) in Bangkok, Thailand.
The Global Conference on Business and Social Sciences Series invites submissions of high-quality research papers across fifteen thematic areas, using a variety of research approaches. These span from hypothetico-deductive methods to qualitative case studies and critical theoretical frameworks, covering fields such as accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and more. The conference also welcomes interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary contributions that intersect with education, psychology, political science, and cultural studies.
This platform fosters intellectual exchange, research development, and global collaboration, reflecting the growing need for cross-disciplinary integration in business, management, and social sciences.
- Foster international collaboration among scholars in business and social sciences
- Provide opportunities for publication in affiliated peer-reviewed journals
- Engage with world-leading thinkers through keynote and plenary sessions
- Encourage the sharing of practical experiences and academic knowledge
- Inspire innovation and intellectual exchange among researchers
- Facilitate networking and long-term academic partnerships
- Advance the global visibility of research in business and social sciences
"Contemporary Issues in Business and Social Sciences Research"
The conference will explore critical challenges and innovations in business and social science research under the following four sub-themes:
SUB THEME 1: MPSSHR 2026 – Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Social Sciences and Humanities Research
SUB THEME 2: TEFAR 2026 – Transformation of Economics, Finance and Accounting Research
SUB THEME 3: EIMMR 2026 – Emerging Issues in Management and Marketing Research
SUB THEME 4: CIMSR 2026 – Contemporary Issues in Management Studies Research
- Access to exclusive and high-quality interdisciplinary content
- Exposure to state-of-the-art methodologies and global trends
- Present and network with world-class scholars and experts
- Gain insight from cross-disciplinary research
- Explore opportunities for journal publication, collaboration, and funding
- Academic Discussion Session
- Full Conference Kit
- Printed Presenter Certificate
- Refereed Proceedings (CD with ISBN)
- Abstract Video Publication on Official Channel
- Journal Publication Fees (Sponsored by GATR)
- 3-Minute PhD Proposal Competition & Award
- Workshop: How to Publish in ABS/ABDC Indexed Journals
- Best Presenter Award & Best Paper Award (WoS & Scopus nominees)
- Awards Nominations:
- Distinguished Academic Award (DAA)
- Lifetime Achievement Award (LAA)
- Two Coffee Breaks Daily
- International Buffet Lunch Each Day
- Gala Dinner & Networking Reception
- Free 12-Month GCBSS Membership
