Welcome to MUBS

The Annual International Management Conference provides an important forum for the interaction of different ideas in business and management between the academicians, researchers, government, and practitioners. It enhances the understanding of all functional areas of business and management. This conference offers an outlet for high-quality refereed research on all aspects of business and management.

Call for Papers

The Organizing Committee of the MUBS Annual International Management Conference (AIMC) invites scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to submit original research papers for presentation at the 30th AIMC

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Conference Venue and Date

The Conference will be hosted at MUBS. The conference will take place in September from 22nd to 25th, 2026

Publication in the Makerere Business Journal (MBJ) series

Best papers will be published in the MBJ after review by the Editorial Committee to conform to the required quality.

Conference Tracks & Sub-Themes

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Track 1: Knowledge Leadership, Governance & Institutional Transformation

We invite scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and institutional leaders to contribute to Track 1: Knowledge Leadership, Governance & Institutional Transformation at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track provides a focused platform to examine how knowledge management can be strategically applied to strengthen leadership, improve governance systems, and transform institutions for long-term sustainability. We welcome papers and innovations that explore knowledge leadership and strategic decision-making, governance frameworks and institutional performance, evidence-based policy and digital governance, transparency and accountability mechanisms, organizational learning, and the management of institutional memory and risk. By bringing together diverse perspectives and practical experiences, this track aims to generate actionable insights that enhance efficiency, integrity, and resilience in public and private institutions across Africa and beyond. We look forward to sharing knowledge.

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Track 2: Knowledge Management for Resource Efficiency, Climate Action & Green Growth

On behalf of the Faculty of Economics, Energy and Management Science at Makerere University Business School, I warmly invite researchers, policymakers, practitioners, innovators, and development partners to contribute to Track 2: Knowledge Management for Resource Efficiency, Climate Action and Green Growth at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track provides a vital forum for advancing knowledge-driven solutions to climate change, environmental sustainability, and inclusive green development, with a strong focus on Africa’s development context. We welcome contributions that explore how knowledge management, data, analytics, and innovation can enhance climate resilience, promote circular economy practices, strengthen biodiversity conservation and natural resource governance, advance sustainable agriculture and renewable energy, and inform policy learning and green financing. By sharing evidence, best practices, and transformative ideas, participants in this track will help shape pathways toward resource-efficient, climate-resilient, and socially inclusive green growth for Africa and the global community.

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Track 3: Digital Knowledge Management & Inclusive Transformation

The Faculty of Computing and Informatics at Makerere University Business School invites scholars, technology practitioners, policymakers, innovators, and development partners to actively participate in Track 3: Digital Knowledge Management and Inclusive Transformation at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track offers a dynamic platform to interrogate the role of digital knowledge management, emerging technologies, and data-driven ecosystems in shaping responsive governance, accelerating innovation, strengthening industrial capacity, and advancing inclusive and sustainable development. We particularly welcome contributions that address digital government and knowledge-enabled public services, data governance and analytics, cybersecurity and trust, digital inclusion and accessibility, and the development of robust technology and innovation ecosystems. By sharing cutting-edge research, practical experiences, and global best practices, participants in this track will contribute to actionable insights that ensure digital transformation leaves no one behind while delivering meaningful social and economic impact.

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Track 4: Managing Indigenous Knowledge, Hospitality & Cultural Heritage

The Faculty of Tourism, Hospitality and Languages at Makerere University Business School warmly invites academics, cultural practitioners, tourism professionals, community leaders, and policymakers to contribute to Track 4: Managing Indigenous Knowledge, Hospitality and Cultural Heritage at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track creates a unique space to foreground indigenous knowledge systems as vital assets for sustainable tourism, cultural heritage preservation, and community empowerment. We welcome contributions that examine the documentation and safeguarding of indigenous knowledge, its integration with scientific approaches, issues of intellectual property and equitable benefit-sharing, and the role of language, hospitality, and cultural experiences in shaping inclusive and authentic tourism. By sharing research, case studies, and lived experiences from Africa and beyond, participants will help advance knowledge practices that honor cultural identity, promote social inclusion, and strengthen community-driven development in a globalizing world.

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Track 5: Managing Knowledge for Health & Social Wellbeing

We invite researchers, health professionals, policymakers, development partners, and innovators to contribute to Track 5: Managing Knowledge for Health and Social Wellbeing at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track focuses on the strategic role of knowledge management and digital health systems in strengthening healthcare delivery, social protection mechanisms, and community wellbeing, particularly in resource-constrained and rapidly changing contexts. We welcome papers and innovations that address health information systems, knowledge translation in healthcare, digital health solutions, mental health and community wellbeing, and evidence-informed health policy and governance. By sharing practical experiences, research findings, and global best practices, participants in this track will contribute to shaping more resilient, inclusive, and people-centered health and social wellbeing systems for Africa and beyond.

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Track 6: Cross-Border Knowledge Networks & South–South Cooperation

In an increasingly interconnected world where development challenges transcend national boundaries, we warmly invite scholars, policymakers, practitioners, development partners, and members of the diaspora to engage in Track 6: Cross-Border Knowledge Networks and South–South Cooperation at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track provides a strategic forum to examine how regional and transnational knowledge partnerships can accelerate innovation, strengthen institutional capacity, and foster sustainable development across Africa and the Global South. We welcome contributions that explore regional knowledge-sharing mechanisms, African and cross-sectoral partnerships, diaspora knowledge networks, and lessons drawn from Asia and other regions. Through the exchange of experiences, models, and global best practices, this track aims to advance collaborative learning and co-created solutions that position South–South cooperation as a powerful driver of shared prosperity and resilience.

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Track 7: Knowledge, Entrepreneurship & MSME Development

Entrepreneurship remains a powerful engine for economic transformation and job creation, and it is within this spirit that the Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management at Makerere University Business School invites contributions to Track 7: Knowledge, Entrepreneurship, and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track seeks to highlight how knowledge management, innovation, and learning systems can strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems, enhance MSME competitiveness, and drive inclusive growth across trade, industry, and financial sectors. We welcome papers, case studies, and innovations addressing knowledge-based entrepreneurship, startup and youth-led innovation, digital tools and knowledge platforms, marketing intelligence, skills development, and global best practices. By sharing practical insights and evidence-based approaches, participants will help shape resilient, inclusive, and knowledge-driven MSMEs that contribute meaningfully to sustainable development in Africa and beyond.

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Track 8: Education, Vocationalisation, Lifelong Learning & Knowledge Societies

At a time when skills, adaptability, and continuous learning define national competitiveness, the Faculty of Vocational and Distance Education at Makerere University Business School invites educators, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and development partners to contribute to Track 8: Education, Vocationalisation, Lifelong Learning & Knowledge Societies at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track provides a forward-looking platform to examine how knowledge management and quality assurance systems can strengthen education, advance vocationalisation, and promote inclusive lifelong learning for diverse populations. We welcome contributions addressing human capital development, skills and employability, distance and digital learning, educational governance, and the role of education in building innovative knowledge societies. Through the exchange of research, practice, and global best experiences, this track aims to inform policies and practices that equip individuals and institutions with the knowledge and competencies needed for sustainable development in Africa and beyond.

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Track 9: Knowledge-Driven Procurement & Logistics for Sustainable Development

Efficient procurement and logistics systems are foundational to accountable institutions and sustainable economies, and it is in this context that the Faculty of Procurement and Logistics Management at Makerere University Business School invites contributions to Track 9: Knowledge-Driven Procurement and Logistics for Sustainable Development at the 30th Annual International Management Conference. This track seeks to advance discourse on how knowledge management and digital innovation can transform procurement and supply chains to deliver greater transparency, efficiency, resilience, and environmental sustainability. We welcome papers and practical insights on digital procurement platforms, sustainable and green supply chains, risk management and accountability, capacity building, and organizational learning, as well as cross-sectoral and global best practices. By bringing together diverse experiences and perspectives, this track aims to generate actionable knowledge that strengthens procurement and logistics systems as strategic enablers of sustainable development.

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Doctoral Colloquium

A mentoring platform for doctoral students and early-career researchers to present work, receive feedback, and engage with senior scholars.

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Doctoral Colloquium

A mentoring platform for doctoral students and early-career researchers to present work, receive feedback, and engage with senior scholars.