CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS/PAPERS

We are proud to introduce M.E.L.T. as the organizing paradigm for this year’s conference. We trust that you find this model intellectual challenging and provocative, since it may offer a useful framework beyond the context of this conference for your teaching and research as well. This call is for academics in a variety of conference-related activities and describes the different types of submissions the Association is seeking this year (both academic and fact-based). In addition, it provides information about the M.E.L.T. Paradigm, which represents the organizing framework, along with membership information, the AoM/IAoM publication portfolio, individual leadership, and support/sponsorship opportunities.

GENERAL CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

Visions of what is ahead coupled with high levels of uncertainty and ambiguity, rapid economic, political, social, technological and organizational changes are demanding new leadership and management which are passionately discussed and debated around the globe. The increasing value and extraordinary leverage knowledge offers concerns leaders in both private and public sectors worldwide. In the global economy of today, it is not just knowledge that counts more than anything else. It is the continued acquisition and

expansion of knowledge and the honing of skills in the domains of management, higher education, leadership, and technology and their interdependencies and interrelationships that are very much sought after. In today’s competitive and fast-paced global environment, education is at a premium because of the high value creation potential knowledge workers bring to organizations. The real assets in this economy are ideas, innovative and creative products and services which enhance the organization’s competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

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Below is a set of guidelines and formatting instructions to help you prepare your paper. Please read them carefully prior to submitting.

• Each paper can only be submitted to ONE MELT domain.
• Submitted papers must NOT have been previously presented, published, accepted for publication, and if under review, must NOT appear in print before the conference
• To facilitate the blind review process, remove ALL authors identifying information, including acknowledgements, from the text. (Any submissions with author information will be automatically DELETED).
• The entire paper (title page, abstract, main text, figures, tables, references, etc.) must be in ONE document created in PDF format.
• The maximum length of the paper is 5000 words (including ALL tables, appendices and references). The paper format should follow the Academy of Management Journal’s Style Guide.
• Use Times New Roman 12-pitch font, double spaced, and 1-inch (2.5 cm) margin all around.
• Number all of the pages of the paper.
• NO changes in the paper title, abstract, authorship, and actual paper can be made AFTER the submission deadline.
• Check that the paper prints correctly (i.e. all imported figures and tables are there), and ensure that the file is virus-free.
  

For more information on types of submissions we are looking for

CLICK HERE.

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Once you are sure your submission meets our requirements and guidelines, you may

ACCEPTANCE, REVIEW AND PUBLICATION PROCESS (back to top)

All submissions undergo a blind review process. The title page should include the following: title of the submission, author(s) contact information with mailing (postal) address, e-mail address, and phone numbers. Identifying information should only appear on the title page; the author’s name should not appear on the abstract or the remaining pages of the submission.

If you are interested in participating as a Session Chair, Discussant or Reviewer of Papers, please complete the following application.

Online Participation Application

Print-Version Submission Form

You may either submit online or print the form and fax it to:

Fax : (757) 482-0325

E-mail: aomgt@inter-source.org

Attention: Conference administration

Support the conference by staying at the AoM/IAoM Conference Center Hotel.Especially favorable rates have been negotiated based on occupancy projection to provide you with professional and personal amenities.

RULES OF PARTICIPATION (back to top)

The AoM/IAoM organization is specified in Article IX of the constitution (adopted July 1, 1983 and last revised August 2001). At least one author must be a registered presenter. If more than one author attends the conference, each must register and pay the fee. Fees are due with the submission of the final presentation proposal together with the conference registration fee no later than the date indicated in the schedule.

By submitting a presentation proposal, the author(s) agree to submit the final version of the presentation in a timely fashion. All conference participants, including presenters and attendees, must register for the conference and pay the appropriate registration fee. This rule applies to presenters of all session formats, discussants, plenary leaders, workshop leaders, panelists, and symposium participants. Proposal acceptance is contingent upon presenters paying the conference registration fee. Please note that no presentations will be programmed unless the registration fee has been received and verified.

Support the conference by staying at the AoM/IAoM Conference Center Hotel. Especially favorable rates have been negotiated based on occupancy projection and to provide you with professional and personal amenities.

ADMINISTRATION (back to top)

Language: English is the conference language.
Submissions: To submit a paper, proposal, etc. for the conference, participants must first fill out the Conference Submission Form and the AoM/IAoM Membership form.

Submissions are accepted electronically (see above links)

If you are interested in serving as a reviewer or session chair, contact AoM/IAoM headquarters at aomgt@inter-source.org or call (757) 482-2273. Conference reviewers will be sent 2-3 papers for review in their areas of expertise and interest.

AUDIO-VISUAL PRESENTATIONS (back to top)

Presenters are responsible for supplying the equipment needed for the delivery of their presentations. Each breakout room will be equipped with the standard audio-visual setup, which will support electronic presentations.

The standard package is: XGA LCD Projector (1024 x 768 resolution), Projector Stand, 7-8’ Tripod Screen, Power Cord, VGA Switcher, and Microphone

NOTE: Presenters are required to bring their own Laptops!
         
PROCEEDINGS (back to top)

The Conference Proceedings are part of the conference package distributed on site. Registered ‘no shows’ must arrange for pick-up of their proceedings at the conference since unclaimed copies are made available to interested delegates at the meeting. No unclaimed Proceedings are returned to headquarters after the conference.

SUBMISSIONS CHECKLIST (back to top)

Before submitting your paper or proposal electronically use the submission checklist below to ensure that all necessary elements are included.

• Conference Submission Form
• Conference registration form and fees
• Membership application and dues

PAYMENT DETAILS (back to top)

Payment may be made on-line with credit card or AoM/IAoM will accept payment in the following categories:

• Institutional Check
• Money Order

FINAL REMINDER (back to top)

Final papers must be accompanied by conference registration and affiliate fees. Late and on-site registration fees apply after the deadline dates. The registration fees that apply to the deadlines are specified in the table on the conference page.

The AoM/IAoM regards a submission to the annual conference as a commitment from at least one author to register for the conference and present the accepted submission. Failure to do this is regarded as a breach of professional ethics. Purchase orders will not be accepted in lieu of fees. The AoM/IAoM sincerely regrets that it is not able to provide support to offset the costs of registration and travel for individuals with limited funding.

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EARLY SUBMISSION DATES

Due Date: January 31, 2009
Review Process: February 2-8, 2009
Acceptance Notice: February 9-14, 2009
Completed Proceedings Submission Due: February 28, 2009
Conference Fees Due: February 28, 2009
(Early Conference Fees: $285.00)

LATE SUBMISSION DATES

Due Date: May 30, 2009
Review Process: June 1-6, 2009
Acceptance Notice: June 8-13, 2009
Completed Proceedings Submission Due: June 30, 2009
Conference Fees Due: June 30, 2009
(Conference Fees: $385.00)

CONFERENCE FEES beginning March 1,2009

$385.00 for INDIVIDUAL DELEGATES

$650.00 for 2-DELEGATE GROUPS

$900.00 for 3-DELEGATE GROUPS

For larger group discounts, please contact us at: conferences@aom-iaom.org