Impact is not a citation count. It is the degree to which our scholarship changes how the world thinks and acts.
Tammy Madsen, President, Academy of Management
Conference Overview
The Research Impact Conference convenes educators to examine how high-quality business education research is defined, measured, and advanced.
This first-ever dedicated research impact conference is a collaborative initiative between AACSB and the Academy of Management (AOM), hosted by UCD College of Business, 26–27 May 2026 in Dublin, Ireland.
Through engaging discussions, practical examples, and shared learning, participants will explore how management research can inform organizations, influence policy, and respond to pressing societal challenges across business education landscapes.
Who Should Attend
This conference is designed for business school leaders, faculty, researchers, and scholars who are committed to advancing the relevance and impact of management research. This will also appeal to research administrators, deans, associate deans, and accreditation leaders seeking to align research strategies with institutional missions, community needs, and global standards of education.
Press Release: AACSB and AOM to Host Inaugural Research Impact Conference
