History
An overview of the history of the Annual Strategic Management Conference at the Faculty of Management, University of Tehran
The 1st Strategic Management Conference
The first conference was held in Iran on November 6-7, 2013. This inaugural event focused on the Faculty of Management and brought together professors, researchers, and experts in the field of strategic management.
The 2nd Strategic Management Conference
In 2014, the Strategic Management Conference was held under the title “Annual Strategic Management Conference,” focused on the theme “Innovation and Business Dynamics” at the Faculty of Management, University of Tehran. The event took place on November 18-19, 2014. Subsequently, a permanent secretariat was established, and it was decided that the conference would be held annually each fall, hosted by the Faculty of Management, University of Tehran.”
The 3rd Strategic Management Conference
The third Strategic Management Conference was held on December 15-16, 2015, at Al-Ghadir Conference Hall and its adjoining venues at the Faculty of Management, University of Tehran.
The 4th Strategic Management Conference
The fourth Annual Strategic Management Conference was held on December 7-8, 2016, featuring a new format and for the first time, organized internationally under the title ‘4th International Strategic Management Conference.’ Like previous years, the event was well-received by strategy enthusiasts.”
The 5th Strategic Management Conference
The fifth International Strategic Management Conference was held on January 24-25, 2019. The first day took place at the International Conference Hall of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), while the second day was hosted at Alghadir Hall of the Faculty of Management, University of Tehran.
The 1st Strategic Management Conference
Conference Organization
Conference Title: Annual Strategic Management Conference
Conference Chair: Dr. Reza Raei (University of Tehran)
Scientific Secretary: Dr. Mojtaba Amiri (University of Tehran)
Executive Secretary: Dr. Taher Roshandel (University of Tehran)
Conference Themes
- Strategic Thinking
- Foresight and Future Studies
- Strategic Management of Holdings
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Strategic Knowledge Management
- Strategic Market Management
- Strategic Brand Management
- Strategic Information Technology Management
- Strategic Project Management
- Strategic Alliance Management
- Strategic Risk Management
- Strategy Execution (Implementation) and Strategic Alignment
- Strategic Control and Strategy Control
- Balanced Scorecard (BSC)
- Strategic Management and Performance
- Business Intelligence (BI)
- Strategic Change Management
- Business Models (Value Stream)
- Organizational Learning
- Blue Ocean Strategy
- Strategic Management in Crisis and Recession Conditions
- Strategic Decision Making and Planning in Uncertainty
- Strategic Management in Public Sector Organizations
- Strategic Readiness
- Strategic Diagnosis
- Strategic Innovation
Conference Date: November 6-7, 2013
Conference Venue: Al-Ghadir Hall, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran
Conference Language: Persian
Scientific Committee: The scientific committee consisted of 14 members, all of whom were faculty members of Faculty of Management, University of Tehran.
Paper (Article) Submission Process: A one-stage process, during which 142 papers were received.
Accepted Papers: 39 papers were accepted, including 9 for oral presentations and 30 for poster presentations.
Number of Speakers (Lecturers): 13 specialized talks, all of which were delivered by domestic speakers.
Number of Participants: 485 participants
Sponsors: Mellat Bank, Pasargad Bank, Mani Company, Bahar Higher Education Institute, Dorsa Leather Company, Mani Company.
The 2nd Strategic Management Conference
Conference Organization
Conference Title: Annual Strategic Management Conference
Conference Chair: Dr. Ali Divandari (University of Tehran)
Scientific Secretary: Dr. Ali Heydari (University of Tehran)
Executive Secretary: Dr. Hossein Safari (University of Tehran)
Conference Themes
- Strategic Entrepreneurship
- Strategic Change Management
- Leadership and Strategic Thinking
- Strategic Intellectual Capital
- Strategic Business Intelligence
- Collaboration and Partnership Strategies
- Dynamic Capabilities and Strategic Innovation
- Competitive Strategies and Competitiveness
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Sustainability
Conference Date: November 18-19, 2014
Conference Venue: Al-Ghadir Hall, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran
Conference Language: Persian
Scientific Committee: The scientific committee consisted of 32 members, including 18 faculty members from University of Tehran, 12 faculty members from 10 prestigious national universities and research centers, and 2 representatives from 2 international research institutions.
Paper Submission Process: A one-stage submission process, during which 415 papers were received.
Accepted Papers: A total of 55 papers were accepted, including 2 for publication in a peer-reviewed journal, 11 for oral presentations, 19 for poster presentations, and 25 for inclusion in the conference proceedings.
Number of Speakers: A series of 15 specialized lectures were presented, 13 of which were delivered by domestic speakers and 2 by international speakers.
Number of Participants: 423 participants
Number of Workshops: 5 specialized workshops, 4 of which were presented by domestic experts and 1 by an international invitee.
Workshop Topics:
- Using Simulation for Strategic Education and Developing Strategic Thinking
- Business Environment Analysis
- Explanation of New Product Development Strategy with an Open Innovation Approach at Iran Khodro Company
- Evaluating Strategic Thinking Competencies in Managers
- Strategic Thinking Skills: The Missing Link in Strategy Formulation
Sponsors: Parsian Bank, Mellat Bank, Steel Azin Iranian Holding, Parsian Insurance, Red Bull
The 3rd Strategic Management Conference
Conference Organization
Conference Chair: Dr. Ali Divandari (University of Tehran)
Scientific Secretary: Dr. Ali Heydari (University of Tehran)
Executive Secretary: Dr. Hossein Safari (University of Tehran)
Conference Themes
- Leadership, Decision Making, Intelligence, and Strategic Thinking
- Competitive and Cooperative Strategies
- Strategic Management in Multibusiness and Holding Companies
- Human Capital Strategy, Intangible Assets, and Learning Organizations
- Technology Strategy, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Business Models
- Strategic Management in Practice: Alignment, Implementation, Evaluation, and Behavioral Aspects of Strategy
- Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Conference Date: December 15-16, 2015
Conference Venue: Al-Ghadir Conference Hall, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran
Conference Language: Persian
Scientific Committee: The scientific committee consists of 30 members, including 20 faculty members from University of Tehran, 8 faculty members from 7 reputable domestic universities and research centers, and 2 international faculty members from 2 international academic institutions.
Paper Submission Process: A two-stage submission process, with 266 abstracts received.
Accepted Papers: 27 papers were accepted, 5 of which were selected for oral presentations, and 22 were accepted for publication in the conference proceedings.
Number of Speakers: 10 speakers, including 7 domestic and 3 international presenters.
Number of Participants: 359 participants
Number of Specialized Panels: 2 panels were held: the Financial Services Industry Panel and the Higher Education Panel, involving 9 faculty members from universities and research centers, along with 1 international faculty member.
Number of Specialized Workshops
3 workshops were conducted, 2 by domestic experts and 1 by an international invitee.
Workshop Titles
- Recreating Business Strategy
- The Role of Key Performance Indicators in Strategy Execution
- Value Chain Design
Sponsors: Keshavarzi Bank, Ansar Bank, Parsian Insurance, Iranian Managers International Association, Sabavision
The 4th Strategic Management Conference
Conference Organization
Conference Title: The 4th International Conference on Strategic Management
Conference Chair: Dr. Ali Divandari (University of Tehran)
Scientific Secretary: Dr. Ali Heydari (University of Tehran)
Executive Secretary: Dr. Nader Seyedkalali (University of Tehran)
Conference Date: December 7-8, 2016
Conference Venue: Al-Ghadir Conference Hall, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran.
Conference Language: Persian and English
Scope of coverage: Strategy and Strategic Management
Host: Faculty of Management, University of Tehran
Conference Objectives
- To enhance, develop, and promote the knowledge of strategic management
- To facilitate interaction and exchange of experiences between researchers and professionals in the field of strategic management
- To highlight the importance of strategic management and encourage organizations and companies to give it due attention
- To showcase the latest research findings and practical experiences in strategic management
Core Themes
- Leadership, Decision Making, Intelligence, and Strategic Thinking
- Foresight and Vision Development at the National, Industry, and corporate Levels
- Policy Making at the National, Regional, and Sectoral Levels
- Competitive, Cooperative, and Co-opetitive Strategies
- Strategic Management in Multibusiness and Holding Companies
- Human Capital Strategy, Intangible Assets, and Learning Organizations
- Dynamic Capabilities, Technology Strategy, Innovation, and Business Models
- Strategic Management in Practice: Strategy Formulation, Alignment, Implementation, Evaluation, and Behavioral Aspects of Strategy
- Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Special Themes
Developing Strategic Management Knowledge and Experience through Cognitive Sciences
Experience and Challenge Panels
- Strategic Alliances in Iran’s Automotive Industry: Opportunities and Challenges
- Developing International Strategic Collaborations in the Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Industries
- Innovation in Business Models in the Financial Services Industry
- Strategies for Developing the Tourism Industry in the Country
The 5th Strategic Management Conference
Conference Organization
Conference Title: The 5th International Conference on Strategic Management
Conference Chair: Dr. Ali Divandari (University of Tehran)
Conference Scientific Secretary: Dr. Ali Heydari (University of Tehran)
Conference Executive Secretary: Dr. Nader Seyedkalali (Institute for Humanities and Cultural Studies)
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