Intersection 2026
Navigating the
New Global Order
PhD and Early Career Research Colloquium on Management,
Social Sciences, and Humanities
Organized by T.A. Pai Management Institute for TAPMI, Bengaluru
Knowledge Partner: Deakin University, Australia
Venue: TAPMI, MAHE Bengaluru Campus
Dates: March 12-13th, 2026
Organized by T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Bengaluru
Knowledge Partner: Deakin University, Australia
Venue: TAPMI, MAHE Bengaluru Campus
Dates: March 12–13th, 2026
About the Event
Navigating the
New Global Order
We are witnessing a transformative era marked by rapid shifts in global power dynamics and systemic disruptions. Key drivers such as artificial intelligence, war and trade conflicts, geopolitical realignments, digital and technological advancements, the pandemic, ecological crises, and shifting demographic patterns are collectively informing these transformations. These changing dynamics are deeply entangled and are significantly redefining economic paradigms, business ecosystems, labor, educational practices, societal norms, culture & our everyday lives. Together, they mark the rise of a New Global Order, which is defined by uncertainty, interdependence, and a continual renegotiation of power, identity, and values.
In this evolving context, the need to understand and make sense of the structural and affective impact of such changes is both urgent & necessary. It is in this context that TAPMI Bengaluru, MAHE, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, is organising Intersections 2026, a two-day interdisciplinary conference. The conference seeks to bring together academics and scholars working in Management, Humanities and Social sciences to address some of the larger concerns of the time.
Objectives
Foster interdisciplinary dialogue on issues shaping the New Global Order
Provide a collaborative space for early career researchers and PhD scholars to present and refine their work
Offer constructive feedback from senior academics and peers to enhance research quality, theoretical framing, and methodology
Foster interdisciplinary dialogue on issues shaping the New Global Order
Provide a collaborative space for early career researchers and PhD scholars to present and refine their work
Offer constructive feedback from senior academics and peers to enhance research quality, theoretical framing, and methodology
Event Highlights
Publishing Workshops with Journal Editors
Interdisciplinary Panel Discussions
Paper Development Sessions across all four trajectories
Keynote Speakers
Prof. Madhu Veeraraghavan
Prof. Colin Higgins
Publishing Workshop Series
As part of Intersection 2026, senior scholars and journal editors will facilitate a focused Publishing Workshop Series for PhD scholars and early career researchers. The sessions will address ethics in publication (AI and beyond), avoiding desk rejection and securing an R&R, job market papers and interviews, and fieldwork and research ethics, offering practical insights for successful publishing and academic careers.
Prof. Sushanta Kumar Mishra
Prof. Rahul De'
Prof. Rakesh Kumar Pati
Prof. Dibyakusum Ray
Editorial Panel
Date: 13th March 2026
As part of Intersection 2026, this panel discussion brings together distinguished editors from leading journals to provide PhD scholars and early-career researchers with firsthand insights into the academic publishing landscape. Under the theme Navigating the Publishing Landscape with Insights from Leading Editors, the session will cover editorial expectations, evolving peer-review practices, and emerging trends shaping research across disciplines. The discussion will also highlight the importance of research ethics, transparency, and the key factors influencing editorial decisions and retractions, offering participants practical guidance for successful publishing.
Prof. Dishari Chattaraj
Prof. K. Mathiyazhagan
Prof. Mukta Srivastava
Prof. Rudra Sensarma
Prof. Parthajit Kayal
Broad Trajectories for Presentation
The conference invites Early Career Researchers and PhD scholars to present papers that engage with, respond to, or challenge the dynamics of the New Global Order. Submissions are welcome from the following area trajectories:
Trajectory 1
Accounting, Finance & Economics
Research on financial systems, market behavior, and economic policy in the context of the New Global Order.
Trajectory 2
Management (Marketing, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, OB & HR, Sustainability)
Topics include strategy, leadership, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, and sustainability in relation to global transformations.
Trajectory 3
IT, Analytics & Operations
Innovations, digital transformation, and socio-economic impacts of technology in the current global scenario.
Trajectory 4
Humanities & Social Sciences
Research in English and Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Philosophy, Education, and Sociology addressing global shifts and societal changes.
Broad Trajectories for Presentation
The conference invites Early Career Researchers and PhD scholars to present papers that engage with, respond to, or challenge the dynamics of the New Global Order. Submissions are welcome from the following area trajectories:
Trajectory 1
Accounting, Finance & Economics
Research on financial systems, market behavior, and economic policy in the context of the New Global Order.
Trajectory 2
Management (Marketing, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, OB & HR, Sustainability)
Topics include strategy, leadership, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, and sustainability in relation to global transformations.
Trajectory 3
IT, Analytics & Operations
Innovations, digital transformation, and socio-economic impacts of technology in the current global scenario.
Trajectory 4
Humanities & Social Sciences
Research in English and Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Philosophy, Education, and Sociology addressing global shifts and societal changes.
Best Paper Awards
To recognise excellence in research and scholarly contribution, Best Paper Awards will be presented across the four major trajectories of the colloquium.
The awards will be adjudicated by the Track Chairs and Review Committee, based on originality, analytical rigour, and relevance to the theme of the colloquium. All accepted and presented papers will be considered for awards under their respective tracks.
Publication Avenues for Selected Research Work
Partnering Journal
Marketing Intelligence and Planning (ABDC-A)
The Journal of Emerging Market Finance (Sage, ABDC- B, IF 1.2)
Special Issue in IIMB Management Review (ABDC-B)
Journal of Human Value, Sage (Scopus Q1)
In Special Issue of Journal of Postcolonial Writing, Taylor & Francis (Scopus Q1)/Cultural Studies (Taylor & Francis) (Scopus Q1)
Note: Authors of selected high-quality contributions will be invited to extend their work into full-length papers for potential submission to the journal. However, all recommended submissions must adhere to the journal's regular review policy.
Registration &
Participation Details
Particulars
Ph.D. Scholars
Early Career Academicians
Early Bird Submission and Registration
15 Dec 2025
15 Dec 2025
INR 1000
INR 2500
Regular Submission and Registration
15 Feb 2026
15 Feb 2026
INR 1500
INR 3000
Extended Abstract Submission *
28 Feb 2026
28 Feb 2026
* Due date for submission of extended abstracts is 28th February 2026 (only applicable for accepted papers).
Important Dates
15 Dec 2025
Early bird abstract submission and early bird registration deadline
15 Feb 2026
Regular abstract submission and regular registration deadline
28 Feb 2026
Extended abstract submission deadline for accepted papers
Program Overview Day One
Time
Activity
Inaugural Session
Keynote Address
Tea Break
Publishing Workshop – Ethics in Publication (AI and Beyond)
Lunch
Paper Presentation / Paper Development Session
Break
Publishing Workshop – How to Avoid Desk Rejection: Tips & Tricks for R&R
Event Venue
T A Pai Management Institute
Manipal Academy of Higher Education,
Govindapura, Yelahanka,
Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India
Please Note
- Accommodation and travel arrangements will need to be made by participants.
- A list of recommended places to stay will be provided upon request.
Event Venue
T A Pai Management Institute
Manipal Academy of Higher Education,
Govindapura, Yelahanka,
Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India
Please Note
- Accommodation and travel arrangements will need to be made by participants.
- A list of recommended places to stay will be provided upon request.