Welcome to MEC 2026 – the International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurial Challenges in a Dynamic Business Environment. This prestigious event is hosted by the Department of MBA, Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT), Bengaluru, India, scheduled for April 8th and 9th, 2026. The conference will be conducted in a Hybrid Mode, offering both offline and online participation. MEC 2026 aims to explore the complexities of Management, Technology, and Entrepreneurship in an ever-changing business landscape. Join us for two enriching days of engaging discussions, innovative ideas, and collaborative strategies to tackle the challenges of today’s dynamic business environment.
Acharya Institute of Technology offers a 2-year Master of Business Administration (MBA) program affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and recognized by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. The program provides students with an opportunity to gain global exposure through its International Immersion Program, enhancing their understanding of international business practices. Additionally, Acharya's MBA program encourages entrepreneurial ambitions by offering access to its dedicated incubation program, supporting innovative business ideas and startups. With a comprehensive curriculum, industry interactions, and practical learning experiences, the program is designed to develop leadership, analytical, and strategic decision-making skills, preparing students to excel in the dynamic global business environment.
Vision of the MBA Department :"To develop globally competent, value-driven management professionals who inspire innovation, lead with integrity, and contribute to sustainable economic and social growth."
Mission of the MBA Department
The Department is committed to fulfilling its mission by:
| Programme Committee: | Organizing Committee | Technical Committee |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Dr. Renuka Devi, Professor | 1. Dr. Ramesh C Raina, Professor | 1. Prof. Suhas Patel, Assistant Professor G-II |
| 2. Dr. Sivareddy, Associate Professor | 2. Prof. Archana Vijay, Assistant Professor G-I | 2. Prof. Anitabai, Assistant Professor |
| 3. Dr. Mahak Balani, Associate Professor | 3. Prof. Bhavya VM, Assistant Professor | 3. Prof. Kirthika, Assistant Professor |
| 4. Prof. Rohith, Assistant Professor | 4. Prof. Dhanalakshmi C, Assistant Professor | 4. Prof. Najassim Pasha, Assistant Professor |
| 5. Prof. Anju A Nair, Assistant Professor | 5. Prof. B. Bhavani, Assistant Professor | 5. Prof. Yogesh Dixit, Assistant Professor |
| 6. Prof. Sudharman, Assistant Professor | 6. Prof. Sana Naeem | |
| 7. Prof. Sajita Kori, Assistant Professor | 7. Prof. Arunmani, Assistant Professor |
Acharya Institute of Technology cordially invites you to join us for the International Conference on Management and Entrepreneurial Challenges in a Dynamic Business Environment (MEC 2026), a prestigious 2-day event scheduled for April 8th and 9th, 2026. We are delighted to invite you to contribute to this blind and peer-reviewed conference by submitting your original research paper. This platform offers an excellent opportunity to share innovative ideas, research findings, and insights with academicians, researchers, industry professionals, and practitioners from around the world. We look forward to your valuable contribution and active participation in MEC 2026.
Theme:Redefining Management Practices in the Digital and Post-Pandemic Era
SDG Alignment:
Human Resource Management
Marketing Management
Finance & Accounting
Theme:Building Future-Ready Enterprises through Innovation and Inclusion
SDG Alignment:
Key Areas
Theme:Technology-Driven Transformation for Sustainable and Responsible Business
SDG Alignment:
Key Areas
| Submission Guidelines | The papers should be in the following formats: Publisher format (Cambridge Publisher) |
| Plagiarism Policy | The article should be checked through Turnitin with less than 10% similarity Index, AI Content- 0% |
| Review Process & Acceptance Notification | Review Process Step 1: The corresponding author will receive an acknowledgment email containing the Paper-Id within one week of paper submission. Step 2: To ensure the quality of the manuscript, the Supporting Team will check for the following:
Step 4: Three reviewers will be assigned to each manuscript and will undergo a double-blind review process. Step 5: Based on the review comments, the organizing committee will send the decision to the authors: Accept/Accept with Revision/ Reject Step 6: If out of three reviewers, the manuscript is accepted by two reviewers, the manuscript will be sent to the Conference chair for further processing. Step 7: After the final confirmation for acceptance of the manuscript from the MEC Editorial Board, the author(s) will be notified through acceptance mail. Acceptance Notification 1. After Acceptance Please note that after the Acceptance Notification, you cannot withdraw your paper from MEC-2026. Paying Registration Fee: Pay the registration fee according to your type of authorship (Academician includes Professor and Faculty, Student includes: Research Scholars, PG, and UG Students) and make payment using the online payment available at the home page of the website. Do not forget to send a scanned copy of the online payment receipt by email and register for the conference: |
| Submission Link | https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/MEC2026/Track/1/Submission/Create |
| Registration Link | https://forms.gle/2i1yRK9Yuycf26eA7 |
| Payment Link | https://www.acharyaerptech.in/ExternalPayment/288 |
| Submission Deadline abstract | 23rd February 2026 |
| Acceptance Notification and Registration Start | 20th March 2026 |
| Final Call for Camera-Ready Paper | 25th March 2026 |
| Last date of Registration | 30th March 2026 |
| Date of Conference | 8th and 9th April 2026 |
Win Rs.10,000 cash prize for the best business-related article/Manuscript Once the full paper is accepted, the Author(s) will be requested to submit the copyright transfer form.
Any paper that does not follow the guidelines may not be considered for publication in the Wiley Publications
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| Academicians / Research Scholars (PhD Scholars) | ₹6,000 (Maximum of 3 authors) |
| Corporate Professionals | ₹7,000 (Maximum of 3 authors) |
| PG & UG Students | ₹2,000 |
| Foreign Delegates | USD 100 |
Last Date for Registration & Payment- 30th March 2026
Publication DetailsSelected papers will be published in an edited book series with an ISBN, published by Cambridge Publishing House.
All accepted and presented papers will be considered for publication, provided the manuscript is:
CMT ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft, and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.