2025 International Accounting & Finance Doctoral Symposium (IAFDS) - Call for Papers
Conference dates
15 Jun 2025 - 17 Jun 2025
Location
Madrid, Spain
Description
CALL FOR PAPERS - IAFDS 2025, MADRID
DEADLINE FOR PAPER SUBMISSION - 31 JANUARY 2025
The International Accounting & Finance Doctoral Symposium (IAFDS) is focused on developing the research strengths and skills of doctoral students specialising in Accounting and Finance. The IAFDS currently runs in partnership with Bond University, Leeds University Business School, SKEMA Business School, Politecnico di Milano, SOAS University of London, Università degli Studi di Napoli Parthenope, Universidad de Salamanca, Università di Bologna, University of Birmingham, University of Liverpool, University of Strathclyde, Bangor University and University of Vaasa.
Now in its 18th year, the Symposium builds on the tremendous success of previous meetings held in Naples (2024), Paris (2023), Athens (2022), Milan (2019), Bangor (2018), Warsaw (2017), Glasgow (2012 & 2016), Ljubljana (2015), Trondheim (2014), Bologna (2013), Salamanca (2011), and Prato (2008-2010).
On day two of the symposium, Professor Edward Lee Alliance Manchester Business School will deliver an editorial workshop, “Experiences and challenges of publishing accounting and finance research”, sharing his experience and insights on the challenges related to publishing academic research.
Each participant will benefit from a written review of their submitted paper, the opportunity to present their work to leading international professors, a detailed one-on-one discussion with an experienced academic, and an excellent networking experience with fellow doctoral students from around the world.
At the end of the Symposium, certificates will be awarded for the following categories: the Michael McKenzie Best Paper, the Maria Strydom Best Presenter, the George Tanewski Paper with Most Potential, Best Pitch, and Best Discussant.
Additionally, all students will receive a Certificate of Participation for attending IAFDS 18.
DEADLINE FOR PAPER SUBMISSION - 31 JANUARY 2025
The International Accounting & Finance Doctoral Symposium (IAFDS) is focused on developing the research strengths and skills of doctoral students specialising in Accounting and Finance. The IAFDS currently runs in partnership with Bond University, Leeds University Business School, SKEMA Business School, Politecnico di Milano, SOAS University of London, Università degli Studi di Napoli Parthenope, Universidad de Salamanca, Università di Bologna, University of Birmingham, University of Liverpool, University of Strathclyde, Bangor University and University of Vaasa.
Now in its 18th year, the Symposium builds on the tremendous success of previous meetings held in Naples (2024), Paris (2023), Athens (2022), Milan (2019), Bangor (2018), Warsaw (2017), Glasgow (2012 & 2016), Ljubljana (2015), Trondheim (2014), Bologna (2013), Salamanca (2011), and Prato (2008-2010).
On day two of the symposium, Professor Edward Lee Alliance Manchester Business School will deliver an editorial workshop, “Experiences and challenges of publishing accounting and finance research”, sharing his experience and insights on the challenges related to publishing academic research.
Each participant will benefit from a written review of their submitted paper, the opportunity to present their work to leading international professors, a detailed one-on-one discussion with an experienced academic, and an excellent networking experience with fellow doctoral students from around the world.
At the end of the Symposium, certificates will be awarded for the following categories: the Michael McKenzie Best Paper, the Maria Strydom Best Presenter, the George Tanewski Paper with Most Potential, Best Pitch, and Best Discussant.
Additionally, all students will receive a Certificate of Participation for attending IAFDS 18.
Additional Information
SCOPE:
We seek original empirical and theoretical papers in accounting and finance (including banking), with a particular emphasis on research that addresses significant and impactful problems within these disciplines.
PAPER SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Submissions must include a full paper (complete with analysis and results).
Each submission will be reviewed by the Doctoral Symposium programme committee based on the following evaluation criteria:
- Quality and originality of the research
- Potential for impact
- Relevance to the accounting and finance disciplines.
All papers must be submitted electronically in PDF or Word format to sbs-iafds@strath.ac.uk
PARTICIPATION FEE:
Accepted students will be required to pay a fee of £300. This fee covers registration, symposium materials, lunches, refreshments, as well as the Welcome Reception and Gala dinner.
An information pack will be provided upon notification of acceptance, including details about accommodation options and costs, the symposium venue, travel information, and general information about Madrid.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Deadline for paper submission Friday 31st January 2025
Notification of acceptance Friday 7th March 2025
Registration deadline Friday 18th April 2025
Deadline for final paper submission Friday 2nd May 2025
Symposium registration and welcome Sunday 15th June 2025
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT sbs-iafds@strath.ac.uk
We seek original empirical and theoretical papers in accounting and finance (including banking), with a particular emphasis on research that addresses significant and impactful problems within these disciplines.
PAPER SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Submissions must include a full paper (complete with analysis and results).
Each submission will be reviewed by the Doctoral Symposium programme committee based on the following evaluation criteria:
- Quality and originality of the research
- Potential for impact
- Relevance to the accounting and finance disciplines.
All papers must be submitted electronically in PDF or Word format to sbs-iafds@strath.ac.uk
PARTICIPATION FEE:
Accepted students will be required to pay a fee of £300. This fee covers registration, symposium materials, lunches, refreshments, as well as the Welcome Reception and Gala dinner.
An information pack will be provided upon notification of acceptance, including details about accommodation options and costs, the symposium venue, travel information, and general information about Madrid.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Deadline for paper submission Friday 31st January 2025
Notification of acceptance Friday 7th March 2025
Registration deadline Friday 18th April 2025
Deadline for final paper submission Friday 2nd May 2025
Symposium registration and welcome Sunday 15th June 2025
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT sbs-iafds@strath.ac.uk