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International Conference on AI-driven Strategic Transformation (ICAIST) 2025 – Revolutionizing Talent Management and Organizational Dynamics with Generative AI

Welcome to the Inaugural International Conference on AI-driven Strategic Transformation (ICAIST) 2025 – Revolutionizing Talent Management and Organizational Dynamics with Generative AI

Hosted by the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC Barcelona) in collaboration with Birkbeck University of London and Brunel University of London, this groundbreaking event will take place from February 5-7, 2025, at UIC Barcelona. This first-of-its-kind conference marks the beginning of a dynamic, recurring platform that brings together top academics, industry leaders, and innovators to explore the cutting edge of workplace transformation. In 2025, the spotlight is on Generative AI, a revolutionary technology reshaping talent management, organizational dynamics, and the future of work.

ICAIST 2025 will feature thought-provoking keynote sessions, interactive panel discussions, and hands-on workshops. Participants will delve into the opportunities and challenges AI presents to organizational strategy and talent management, fostering collaboration between academia and industry to unlock forward-thinking solutions. The conference is structured around two key tracks:

  1. Human Resource Management (HRM) – focusing on how AI is revolutionizing workforce management, talent development, and employee engagement.
  2. Strategy and Management – addressing AI’s broader impact on organizational structure, leadership, and strategic decision-making.

These tracks will serve as a foundation for future editions, providing a comprehensive look at the evolving complexity of organizations while maintaining a dedicated focus on the transformation of HR practices.

At ICAIST 2025, attendees will have unique opportunities to exchange insights and ideas, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Industry case studies, academic research, and special issue publishing opportunities will ensure participants gain a holistic view of AI’s role in shaping the future of the workplace.

Join us for this landmark event, where innovation meets collaboration, and the future of work begins.


Special tracks

We are looking forward to receiving your paper from the following topics:

Track 1: Human Resource Management

  • HRM_01 – Leveraging Generative AI in talent acquisition
  • HRM_02 – The role of Generative AI in employee engagement 
  • HRM_03 – AI-driven personalized learning and employee development
  • HRM_04 – AI-enhanced performance management systems
  • HRM_05 – Generative AI implications for diversity, equity, and inclusion

Track 2: Management and Strategy 

  • MS_01 – Leadership in the age of Generative AI
  • MS_02 – Generative AI in operations management
  • MS_03 – Redefining organizational structures with AI
  • MS_04 – Generative AI and decision-making 
  • MS_05 – AI: Challenges (and opportunities) for sustainability

Call for papers

Abstract submission 

  • To be included in the Conference book (with ISBN), abstracts should be no longer than 1000 words. Please include the following details:
    •  Purpose of the research
    • Methodology
    • Results
    • Main conclusions
    • References 
  • Papers must be presented in English
  • For further information, please contact: icaist@uic.es / amanresa@uic.es 

There will be a meeting with editors of top-ranked journals
We are pleased to announce that the best papers presented at the conference will have the opportunity to be considered for publication in a special issue of a top-ranked journal associated with the conference.

 

Important dates

  • Abstract submission deadline: 9th December 2024 
  • Acceptance notification: acceptance will be received within 3 working days
  • Early Bird registration deadline: 9 December 2024
  • Standard registration: From 9 December to 15 December 2024
  • Congress: 6th and 7th of February 2025

*up to 15th of December no more registration will be accepted.
** BBK, Brunel, and UIC Barcelona students receive a 20% discount on student tuition fees (PhD students only).


Registration fees

 Early Bird
(before 9th Dec)
Standard
(before 15 Dec)
Full Conference
Includes:
- Gala Dinner
- one article in the proceedings *
PhD students **200 €250 €
Other (academics and practitioners)300 €350 €
General attendance
(e.g. for professionals from industry)
Without Gala Dinner100 €125 €
With Gala Dinner150 €175 €

* Each additional submitted article: +100€


Contacts

Alba ManresaAmmar SammourWeifeng ChenNawaf Al-GhanemRuggero Colombari
Manresa, AlbaSammour, AmmarChen, WeifengAl-Ghanem, NawafColombari, Ruggero 
amanresa@uic.es a.sammour@bbk.ac.ukweifeng.chen@brunel.ac.uknawaf.al-ghanem@brunel.ac.ukrcolombari@uic.es


 

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