Objectives of the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – Vancouver, Canada
Global Conference Alliance Inc. will host the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Vancouver, Canada. This event brings together planners, educators, professionals, and leaders from around the world to share simple and smart ways to make better decisions.
Throughout the sessions, you’ll hear real examples and clear steps to set goals, manage change, build strong teams, and improve long-term plans. Everything is explained in a way that’s easy to understand and practical to use at work, in school, or in any organization.
This global conference in Canada is a friendly space to explore helpful strategies and meet people who are interested in clear planning. Whether you’re just starting out or already guiding others, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, stronger confidence, and meaningful support.
Who Should Attend the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning?
This event is perfect for anyone involved in decision-making, team guidance, or goal setting. Business leaders, managers, team leads, consultants, and planners will all find useful tips and ideas to improve their daily work. The sessions are simple and easy to follow, even for those new to the topic.
Students, researchers, and educators who wish to learn more about the practical applications of strategy and planning are also welcome to attend the conference. You don’t need special knowledge to take part, just a desire to learn. This international conference in Canada offers a safe and welcoming place to grow your skills and meet people from all over the world.
Why You Should Attend the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – Vancouver, Canada
At this global conference in Vancouver, you’ll learn simple, clear ways to plan ahead, set goals, and lead with confidence. The speakers will share helpful tips and real stories that show how strong planning can make a big difference in daily work and teamwork.
You’ll also take part in group talks, workshops, and Q&A sessions where you can ask questions, share ideas, and learn from others. These friendly discussions make the event even more valuable and help you find solutions that work for you.
Vancouver is the perfect setting for this event. It’s a calm, clean city with beautiful views and kind people. While you grow your planning skills, you’ll also enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and make new friends. This event will give you practical ideas, useful tools, and lasting memories.
Conference Details:
Conference Date:
August 15, 2026
Conference Name:
132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning (GCSMP)
Benefits of Attending the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
Joining this Canadian conference with invitation letters offers a full mix of learning, sharing, and connecting. Here are some of the great benefits:
Research publication: Share your planning research in the official conference book and reach a global audience easily.
Abstract visibility: All accepted abstracts will be posted online for readers and researchers from many countries to access.
Helpful conference kit: Get a schedule, notebook, pen, and materials to guide you through the event smoothly.
Networking opportunities: Meet and connect with planners, educators, and business professionals from more than 100 countries.
Diverse attendance: Learn from people with different backgrounds and gain new planning ideas from many points of view.
Useful sessions: Join simple workshops and expert-led talks on strategy, team building, and goal setting.
Awards and recognition: Be recognized for smart ideas and strong presentations through award and certificate programs.
Photo sessions: Enjoy professional photo moments with speakers and attendees to remember your time at the event.
Registration Fees:
Early Bird Author Registration – US$500 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
Regular Author Registration – US$600 If early bird deadline has been missed, authors can option for the regular registration process
Listener Registration – US$500 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
Speaker Registration – US$700 Individuals interested in speak at the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as speakers.
Select Tickets Type:
Domestic Listener (New Year Early Bird)
US$300 US$500
Including all taxes
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking
Entry to special sessions and panel discussions
Breakout session and networking activities
Participation in live Q and A segments
No invitation letters for discounted tickets
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance
USA/Canada residents or existing visa holders only
Speaker
US$700
Including all taxes
Exclusive Invitation to speak at the conference
Invitation letter for the visa process support
Full access to conference materials
Speaking slot based on the selection
Certificate for attendance and contribution
Recognition as an invited speaker at the conference
Access to sessions, panels, and speaker networking
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally
Author (Early Bird)
US$500 US$600
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Author (Regular)
US$600
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Listener
US$500
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Guaranteed Safe Checkout:
Terms & Conditions:
Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation during the conference.
After completing the registration and verifying your successful payment , an regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
In the event that a conference is not held due to circumstances beyond one’s control, participants will have the opportunity to attend any future event organized by Global Conference Alliance anywhere in the world for FREE.
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. In addition to the main topic, other topics may also be discussed during the scheduled sessions.
It is mandatory to confirm your attendance prior to the conference to guarantee your seat and catering arrangements.
Registered participants may either attend the entire event or choose to attend only their specific sessions.
Registration Includes:
Technical Sessions
Meals and Coffee Breaks on Conference Day
Conference bag and accessories
A certificate of presentation (for the Authors)
A certificate of Participation (for the Listeners)
Publication in the online conference proceeding (for the authors)
Reception of the registered participants at the conference venue
Best Paper Award:
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner of the Best Paper Award will be rewarded with:
A signed and stamped official award certificate
The announcement of her/his achievement on the conference website
Call for Papers: 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning – Vancouver, Canada
Global Conference Alliance Inc. invites students, researchers, professionals, and educators to submit their papers for the 132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning in Vancouver, Canada. This event gives you a friendly platform to share your ideas, research, and practical strategies with others who care about planning and leadership.
We welcome papers on topics such as setting long-term goals, leading teams, using digital tools, and improving workplace planning at our upcoming conference in Canada. Submissions can include case studies, hands-on methods, or research projects. All papers will be reviewed in a fair and thoughtful double-blind process.
Accepted papers will be published in the official conference book and presented at the event. You’ll have the chance to share your work with a global audience, receive recognition, and meet professionals who care about planning and strategy just like you do.
Suggested Topics Include:
Strategic Analysis and Decision-Making
Leadership and Organizational Behavior in Strategy
Environmental Scanning and Industry Analysis
Corporate Governance and Ethics in Strategy
Resource Allocation and Strategic Resource Management
Performance Measurement and Balanced Scorecards
Innovation and Competitive Strategy
Global Strategy and International Business Management
Strategic Change Management
Digital Transformation and Technology in Strategic Management
Sustainability and CSR in Strategic Planning
Risk Management and Business Continuity Planning
Entrepreneurial Strategies and New Venture Management
Strategic Human Resource Management
Corporate Strategy and Business Policy
Crisis Management and Strategy
Mergers and Acquisitions Strategy
Strategic Marketing and Market Positioning
Submission Details
Full papers and abstracts are invited to submit
All submissions must be original work, not previously published elsewhere, and not currently submitted to any other conference or journal.
GCA uses double-blind peer review for all our conferences.
APA style must be followed throughout the manuscript.
Full papers must be between 4 and 10 pages long (including abstract, figures, tables, and references).
Required Font: Times New Roman with size 10.
Please submit your paper to the Submission Form below.
Once a paper is accepted, please complete the author registration at Registration.
If you are interested to participate as Listener, please complete the Listener Registration at Registration.
Author papers can take up to 14 business days to be reviewed by our team.
Peer Review Details
To know more about our peer review details, visit here
Submission Form:
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
132nd Global Conference on Strategic Management and Planning (GCSMP) – August 14-16, 2026 – Vancouver, Canada
Friday, August 14, 2026, Day 1: Delegate Arrival
Saturday, August 15, 2026, Day 2: Conference Day (1 PM to 5 PM)
[Registration will start from 1 PM, Gate Closes at 1:30 PM]
Activity List, Saturday, August 15, 2026 (Conference Day)
Time
Registration and Lunch
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Opening Remarks by Conference Chair
1:30 PM – 1:35 PM
Keynote Session
Keynote Speech 1: Strategic Management and Planning Keynote Speech by Quazi M. Ahmed
1:35 PM – 1:55 PM
Keynote Speech 2: Strategic Management and Planning Keynote Speech by Dr. Michael Provitera
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM
Keynote Speech 3: Strategic Management and Planning Keynote Speech by Dr. Afzalur Rahman
2:15 PM – 2:35 PM
Break
2:35 PM – 2:40 PM
Corporate Track
Workshop (Business/Management/Leadership)
2:40 PM – 3:25 PM
Break
3:25 PM – 3:30 PM
Academic Track
Technical Session 1
Author Presentation
3:30 PM – 3:50 PM
Photo Session and Certificate Giving Ceremony
3:50 PM – 4:10 PM
Closing Remarks
4:10 PM – 4:30 PM
Testimonials
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, August 16, 2026, Day 3: Optional City Tour (City tour is optional and subject to availability. Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please send your request to [email protected])
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. The actual length of the keynote speech and author presentation might vary depending on the conference topics and number of authors presenting.
The main conference event will take place on Day 2. There will be no conference activities on Day 1 or Day 3.
CONFERENCE VENUE: University of British Columbia 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6Z 3B7
CONTACT US: Global Conference Alliance Inc.
3552 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3E6
E-mail: [email protected]
Mr. Quazi M. Ahmed
IFC/World Bank Group Certified Master Trainer
Educated and trained in the US, Norway, Japan, and Bangladesh, Quazi M. Ahmed is a renowned leadership, team building, and soft skills facilitator with 27 years of experience in training, teaching, speaking, and coaching. Since January 2022, he has been the IFC/World Bank Group Certified Master Trainer. Over the years, he has conducted face-to-face training programs/gave talks in conferences in the USA, Denmark, Malaysia, India, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh. He has also done VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) workshops and spoke at e-Conferences and webinars for audiences in a dozen other countries, including the UK, Myanmar, Singapore, New Zealand, and Australia.
For his global presence in human capital development, Mr. Ahmed received the “Global Training and Development Leadership Award” in February 2017 by the World HRD Congress in its 25th-anniversary celebrations. He has facilitated training sessions attended by more than one hundred thousand people in the nonprofit, private, and public sectors in multiple countries.
In recent years, He has completed the following certifications: IFC/World Bank Group Certified Master Trainer, Certified facilitator, from InsideOut Coaching/Development (USA), Certified L&D Professional from Aon Hewitt Learning Center (UK & India), and Certified PPA Practitioner from Thomas Assessment Pvt. Ltd. (UK and India).
Mr. Ahmed is recognized as the pioneer of the modern approach to L&D in Bangladesh–the country of his birth. In 2016, he founded the Bangladesh Organization for Learning and Development (BOLD), which is the national apex body serving the needs of trainers, Learning & Development professionals, and others passionate about personal and professional development. One of his primary purposes is to become the best version of himself.
Dr. Michael J. Provitera
Founder and President of Motivational Leadership Training Founder of the Level UP Leadership Model Business Expert Press Editor Certified Coach & Facilitator of the Reflective Best Self Exercise Management Consultant
Dr. Michael J. Provitera is an Associate Professor of Management and Certified Positive Psychology Coach and Facilitator. Mike is an editor for Business Expert Press in the Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management Collection.
His focus is on improving organizational effectiveness and enhancing individual success. He has trained over 1000 executives and taught management to over 2000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Clients of his have been Pfizer, Trane, CEO Business, Interval International, and the City of North Miami.Michael is sought by reporters for quotes in prominent media such as Forbes, US News & World Report, The Daily News, Fox Business, Higher Ed Jobs, Hr.Com, NBC News, and The Washington Times.
Michael has published over fourteen books and over one-hundred articles and case studies. His children’s book series is called Happy Go Lucky. His motivation books and leadership books have helped thousands of people not only lead themselves but also lead others. His children’s books have been sent to Tanzania, Eastern Africa, to an orphanage and school there.
Dr. Afzalur Rahman
Doctor of Business Administration – DBA in International Business (USA) Certified International Trade Professional – CITP (Canada) Former Professor of Business Management – Douglas College (Canada)
Dr. Afzalur Rahman is the CEO of Global Conference Alliance, where he leads a team of professionals dedicated to delivering premier academic training, conference hosting, and event planning services to scholars and researchers worldwide. With more than 15 years of experience in higher education and international business, he is deeply committed to fostering knowledge exchange, cross-border collaboration, and innovation across disciplines.
In addition to his role at Global Conference Alliance, Dr. Rahman is the CEO and President of the Canada-Africa International Business Chamber of Commerce, an organization focused on strengthening economic ties, trade partnerships, and investment opportunities between Canada and African nations.
He is also the founder and CEO of Universal Training Corporation, a multidimensional training institute based in Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Rahman holds a Doctor of Business Administration in International Business, an MBA in Finance, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration and Management. He is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) and a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), underscoring his extensive credentials and expertise.
Dr. Rahman has a rich background in academia, having taught at multiple universities in Canada, the United States, China, and Bangladesh. His teaching experience includes positions at Douglas College, the University of British Columbia, and several other institutions. He has also published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, with research interests that include international marketing, human resource management, business strategy, and global entrepreneurship.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships):
Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation during the conference.
After completing the registration and verifying your successful payment , an regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
In the event that a conference is not held due to circumstances beyond one’s control, participants will have the opportunity to attend any future event organized by Global Conference Alliance anywhere in the world for FREE.
Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (New Year Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter):
Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main Conference event. Its availability depends on the demands of international delegates requiring supporting documents for their visa applications.
No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, it’s crucial to understand that its possession doesn’t guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy, following their own regulations and discretion, determines visa approval.
Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable. No reversals or refunds will be issued, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter. You also understand that this service is a supplementary aid to your visa application process and is not directly associated with the main Conference event.
Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice. Regularly review these terms for updates. Continued use of this service after modifications constitutes acceptance of the changes.
Upon verification of payment confirmation and completing the registration form on our website, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 5 business days.
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. In addition to the main topic, other topics may also be discussed during the scheduled sessions.
It is mandatory to confirm your attendance prior to the conference to guarantee your seat and catering arrangements.
Registered participants may either attend the entire event or choose to attend only their specific sessions.
August 14-16, 2026
Vancouver, Canada
