In-person Paper Development Workshop hosted by
Ivey Business School, Western University
Academy of Management Perspectives (AMP), Academy of Management Discoveries (AMD), and Academy of Management Learning and Education (AMLE) are pleased to partner with the Ivey Business School (Ivey) and Western University (Western) to host an in-person Paper Development Workshop (PDW), to be held on the London, ON campus, on Friday, 27 March 2026, from 9:00 – 17:00 local time, followed by a reception.
PDW attendees will meet members of the three editorial teams and participate in breakout sessions and plenaries that enhance understanding of how to publish in AMP, AMD, and AMLE.
Registrants are not required to submit a proposal to attend the PDW. However, those who wish to obtain individualized feedback on their specific research idea must submit a proposal at the time of registration. Proposals must indicate the target journal (AMP, AMD, or AMLE) and contain 3-4 pages that clearly and concisely detail the research idea. Please carefully review the mission and author guidelines on your focal journal’s website and clearly specify in the proposal how your research fits within these guidelines. Applicants will receive notice of acceptance of proposals by no later than 6 March 2026.
Please note that participation in the workshop does not guarantee acceptance of the paper to AMP, AMD, or AMLE or special preference in the review process.
Registration Information
There is a nonrefundable US$50 registration fee. Payment must be completed by 11 March 2026 or registration will be cancelled. If a coauthor plans to attend, each coauthor is required to register separately.
To attend, please register no later than 27 February 2026.
PDW Timeline
- Registration and Proposal Submission Deadline: 27 February 2026 (payment is not required at the time of registration)
- Proposal Acceptance Decision: 6 March 2026
- Payment Window: 6–11 March 2026
Accommodation and Logistics
Breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and a closing reception on 27 March are included in the registration fee. Travel and accommodation, if needed, are not. Travel suggestions and reasonable hotel options will be provided to those who register. Any questions about accommodations or logistics should be directed to Oana Branzei, cc-ing her faculty assistant Sara Musa.
Tentative Agenda
We have planned a full and exciting agenda, as follows (subject to change):
| 8:00-9:00 | Registration and Breakfast |
| 9:00-9:15 | Welcome by Dean Julian Birkinshaw |
| 9:15-9:30 | Agenda and Introductions |
| 9:30-10:30 | Opening Panel Journal overviews. AMP, AMD & AMLE |
| 10:30-11:00 | Coffee Break |
| 11:00-12:30 | Morning Breakouts and Plenaries Experienced scholars with accepted proposals will be assigned to journal-specific breakout sessions to receive focused feedback. Other experienced scholars in attendance are encouraged to join a breakout session. Less experienced scholars should attend one of the following plenaries: Plenary 1a: A beginner’s guide to writing for AMP Plenary 1b: A beginner’s guide to writing for AMD Plenary 1c: A beginners guide to writing for AMLE |
| 12:30-13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30-15:00 | Afternoon Breakouts and Plenaries Less experienced scholars with accepted proposals will be assigned to journal-specific breakout sessions to receive focused feedback. Other less-experienced scholars in attendance are encouraged to join a breakout session. Experienced scholars should attend one of the following plenaries: Plenary 2a: An advanced guide to writing for AMP Plenary 2b: An advanced guide to writing for AMD Plenary 2c: An advanced guide to writing for AMLE |
| 15:00-15:30 | Coffee Break |
| 15:30-17:00 | Closing Plenary What research matters to managers and how can scholars and practitioners work together to provide it? |
| 17:00-18:00 | Reception |
We look forward to seeing you and helping you to develop your work!
