ECRM – ACI

6-7 August

on Tour in South Africa

Cape Town

ECRM 2026

25th European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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"On tour" CPUT, Cape Town, South Africa

Programme Chair

Ejindu Iwelu

Conference Chair

Shawren Singh

The European Conference on Research Methodology in Business and Management (ECRM) is a long-standing academic conference, held annually for 24 years, dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of research methodologies in the fields of business and management. The conference provides a forum for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share insights, explore new approaches, and discuss the challenges and innovations in research methods. ECRM is known for its rigorous peer-reviewed open access proceedings, ensuring that the research presented meets high academic standards. By covering a wide range of methodological issues and innovations, the conference plays a crucial role in shaping the future of research in business and management, promoting the development of robust and impactful research practices. In 2026 the 25th European Conference on Research Methodology in Business and Management (ECRM) will be “on tour” in South Africa. The conference will be hosted by the Cape Peninsula University of Technology: CPUT. Alongside the two-day conference will be the finals of the 11^th International Teaching Research Excellence Awards and the winners of the inaugural Essay competition for African students

Personal Message from the Conference Chair

On behalf of the organizing committee and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, it is with immense pleasure and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to each of you to the ECRM in 2026. We are absolutely thrilled to be hosting you in our magnificent city of Cape Town, South Africa—a place where vibrant cultures, rich history, and breathtaking natural beauty converge.

Cape Town, as a host city not only has its world-renowned landmarks, from the iconic Table Mountain to its stunning coastlines, but also has a dynamic spirit of innovation and resilience. It is a city that fosters connection and inspires new perspectives, making it the perfect backdrop for the important conversations and collaborations we aim to cultivate during our conference.

Beyond the formal sessions, we encourage you to immerse yourselves in the unique culture and charm of the Mother City. Whether you find yourself exploring the colourful streets of Bo-Kaap, reflecting on history at Robben Island, or simply enjoying the world-class local cuisine, we hope that your time here with us will be both professionally rewarding and personally unforgettable.

We are looking forward to welcoming all of you.

Warmly,

Shawren Singh

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadline	14 January 2026
Notification of abstract acceptance	28 January 2026
Full paper due for review	5 March 2026
Notification of paper acceptance (with any requested changes)	14 May 2026
Earlybird registration closes	28 May 2026
Final paper due (with any changes)	11 June 2026
Final Author payment date	2 July 2026
Excellence awards abstract submission	25 February 2026
Excellence awards notification of abstract acceptance	11 March 2026
Excellence awards full case history submission	20 April 2026
Excellence awards finalists announced	21 May 2026
Essay Deadline for Submissions	31 January 2026
Essay Judging Period	February 2025 - April 2026
Essay Winners Announced	15 May 2026
Essay Presentation to ECRM	August 2026

We are planning to run our series of conferences as physical events with the option for participants to join virtually. We urge you to continue to submit your abstracts and papers in line with the published dates (extensions will be granted on request). For more details contact info@academic-conferences.org.

Conference Publications

Papers accepted for the ECRM after the double-blind peer review process, will be published in the conference proceedings, subject to author registration and payment. The conference proceedings have an ISSN ( 2049-0968) and will be assigned an ISBN on publication. Proceedings are accessible here: https://papers.academic-conferences.org/index.php/ecrm

The Editors of the Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods will make selections if they feel work is appropriate and of sufficient quality for the journal. If invited to publish in a journal authors will be expected to develop the work by 40-50%, including a change of title and abstract. Individual journal procedures will need to be followed and there is no guarantee of publication.

- - Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods. (ISSN: 1477-029) (now indexed by Scopus).

Conference Accreditations

Proceedings of the European Conference on Research Methods (ECRM) are:

- - submitted for consideration by the Web of Science (WoS) Conference Proceedings Citation Index
  - indexed by the Institution of Engineering and Technology in the UK
  - indexed by Elsevier SCOPUS abstract and citation database
  - listed in the EBSCO database
  - listed in the ProQuest database
  - indexed by Google Books
  - indexed by Google Scholar
  - Ranked 1 in the Norwegian Register for Scientific Journals, Series and Publishers

Proceedings are submitted for accreditation on publication. Please note that depending on the accreditation body, this process can take several months.

Keynote Speakers

Keynote details coming soon

Conference Contacts

Academic Enquiries	Professor Dan Remenyi
Submission Enquiries	Cristiana Nobrega
Registration Enquiries	Belinda Burchell
Other Enquiries	Afua Bosompra