ICMM 2026 – Call for Papers

ICMM 2026 invites submissions on the theme of “Reimagining MSMEs: Pathways to Growth and Innovation”. Submissions may include the following and related topics based on the conference theme in the MSMEs context. Submissions may also include a non-MSME context; however, submissions in the Non-MSME context are not eligible for the competition track review process.

Economics in the MSMEs context

• Labor Market Dynamics and the role of automation in Small Business Operations
• Taxation and Regulatory Challenges for Small Businesses
• Economic Empowerment through Small Business Entrepreneurship
• Economic Trends and Market Opportunities and Challenges for Small Businesses

Finance, Accounting, and Control in the MSMEs context

• Access to Finance & Credit Innovation
• Micro-equity financing and crowdfunding as innovative capital sources
• Venture capital and angel financing opportunities for MSMEs
• Fintech, digital payments & financial inclusion
• Sustainability & Green Finance
• Simplified accounting standards for MSMEs
• Role of digital tools and cloud-based accounting in improving compliance
• Tax reforms and their impact on MSME competitiveness
• Internal controls and audit practices for small businesses
• Role of big data and predictive analytics in MSME accounting

IT and Computational Systems in the MSMEs context

• Impact of Digital Technology Adoption in Emerging Economies
• Leveraging Social Media for MSME growth
• The Strategic Power of Digital Technologies in MSME Transformation
• The rise of Generative AI: Boon or bane for MSMEs?
• Harnessing AI to Drive MSME Innovation

Marketing Management in the MSMEs context

• Digital Pathways to Growth
• Unlocking MSME growth through digital marketing and e-commerce
• Mobile-first strategies for rural and semi-urban outreach
• Omnichannel strategies for MSMEs - blending offline and digital touchpoints
• Building powerful MSME brands with limited resources
• Strategic storytelling and cultural branding for global positioning
• The role of vernacular languages in facilitating e-commerce adoption
• Customer experience as a competitive advantage for MSMEs
• Driving loyalty through engagement and service quality
• Aligning MSMEs with green and ethical consumerism
• Ethical communication and transparency as drivers of trust and loyalty
• Enabling MSME marketing through collaboration, networks, and policy frameworks
• Advocacy and collective communication to strengthen the policy voice of MSMEs
• Market access strategies and participation in global value chains
• Expanding MSME horizons beyond borders
• Fostering inclusive workplaces and diverse voices in MSMEs through effective communication

Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources in the MSMEs context

• Building Human Capital for MSME Growth by skilling, reskilling, and capability development
• Leadership pipeline and entrepreneurial mindset of Small Business Promoters
• Career management and retention strategies for MSMEs
• Digital HRM and technology-enabled workforce transformation in MSMEs
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion of the workforce in MSMEs
• Work-life integration and employee well-being for Small Businesses
• Innovative talent management approaches in MSMEs
• Employee engagement for driving growth and innovation for Small Businesses
• Sustainable people practices for long-term competitiveness of MSMEs

Quantitative Methods & Operations Management in the MSMEs context

• Supply Chain Optimisation for MSMEs
• Lean and Agile Practices in MSME Operations
• Sustainable Operations in MSMEs
• Technology Adoption and Innovation in MSMEs
• Resilience and Crisis Management for MSMEs
• Data-Driven Decision Making for MSMEs

Strategic Management in the MSMEs context

• Strategic Partnerships and Alliances for Small Business Growth
• Regenerative Business Strategies for Small Businesses
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Practices in Small Businesses Expanding
• Policy Advocacy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Small Business Strategies
• Mergers and Acquisitions as Growth Strategies for Small Businesses

• Economics
• Finance, Accounting, and Control
• IT and Computational Systems
• Marketing Management
• Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources
• Quantitative Methods & Operations Management
• Strategic Management