Applications are now open for the AIB-CEE Chapter Doctoral Colloquium and Junior Faculty Consortium, which will take place on 21 September 2026 as part of the pre-conference programme of the 12th AIB-CEE Annual Conference hosted by the Poznań University of Economics and Business (PUEB), Poland.
Both initiatives are designed to support early-career researchers through personalised feedback, mentoring, and professional development opportunities provided by internationally recognised scholars in the field of international business.
Doctoral Colloquium
Chair: Matt Raskovic (Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand)
Submission requirements
Applicants are asked to submit a five-page PhD proposal (excluding references) that includes:
- Working title
- 300-word background and motivation section
- Research question(s)
- Brief literature review with a clearly articulated theoretical gap
- Key theoretical framework(s)
- Research design
- Expected contributions
Programme highlights
- Crafting important, interesting and meaningful PhD projects – identifying theoretical gaps, developing strong research questions, and balancing phenomena, context, and theoretical originality.
- Feedback Round Tables – interactive small-group sessions (3–4 PhD students per table) where participants receive detailed feedback from mentors and peers.
Junior Faculty Consortium
Chair: Noemi Sinkovics (Newcastle University, United Kingdom)
Submission requirements
Applicants should submit:
- A three-page motivation statement outlining:
- personal motivation for attending,
- specific questions they would like answered,
- their research identity and type of research;
- A full academic CV.
Programme highlights
- Building a coherent academic profile – developing a clear scholarly identity and aligning research, teaching, and engagement activities for long-term academic growth.
- Early-career academic careers in practice: myths, realities, and lessons learned – a moderated panel discussion with senior academics on career pathways, professional challenges, and practical advice, followed by an open Q&A session.
Joint Opening Session
Both programmes will begin with a joint welcome from:
- Andreja Jaklič – AIB-CEE Chapter Chair
- Noemi Sinkovics – AIB UK & Ireland Chair and WAIB President
- Matt Raskovic – AIB Vice President Administration (VPA)
- A representative of the Poznań University of Economics and Business
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via the online form: https://form.jotform.com/261194078967168
Extended submission deadline 31 July 2026
Please note that participation in either programme requires registration for the 12th AIB-CEE Annual Conference.
Contact
For questions regarding the Doctoral Colloquium or Junior Faculty Consortium, please contact:
📧 aib-cee2026@konf.ue.poznan.pl
More information about the conference is available at:
🌐 https://ue.poznan.pl/en/university/12th-aib-cee-chapter-annual-conference-2026/