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Call for proposals to host the Biannual International Meeting of IAM 2021

  • 1.  Call for proposals to host the Biannual International Meeting of IAM 2021

    Posted 07-08-2018 22:47

    The Iberoamerican Academy of Managament (IAM) is pleased to issue a call for proposals to host its biannual international meeting to take place in December 2021. This conference series has been instrumental in promoting cross-country research, collaboration between scholars, and facilitating dialogue between scholars and practitioners.

    Past conferences have taken place in the following locations (the 2019 conference will take place in Bogota, Colombia, hosted by Universidad de la Sabana):

    ·         New Orleans, USA (2017, Hosted by Florida Atlantic University)

    ·         Santiago, Chile (2015 – Hosted by UDD)

    ·         São Paulo, Brazil (2013 – Hosted by EAESP – FGV)

    ·         Lima, Perú (2011 - Hosted by ESAN University)

    ·         Buenos Aires, Argentina (2009 - Hosted by IAE Business School)

    ·         Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (2007 - Hosted by Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra - PUCMM)

    ·         Lisboa, Portugal (2005 - Hosted by Univesidade Nova de Lisboa)

    ·         São Paulo, Brazil (2003 - Hosted by Fundação Getulio Vargas)

    ·         Mexico, D.F., Mexico (2001- Hosted by Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de Mexico –ITAM)

    ·         Madrid, Spain (1999 - Hosted by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid)

    The IAM meeting provides a great opportunity for the host institution and its faculty to showcase their leadership and expertise in management research and engage with leading scholars in the region and become involved in a strong research network. Please visit our website at www.iberoacademy.org

    Our Mission. To foster the general advancement of knowledge in the theory and practice of management among iberoamerican scholars and/or those academics interested in iberoamerican issues.

      for information about our organization.

    We are now calling for proposals to host the conference in 2021. The conference must be held during the month of December. It often lasts three days, with the first day dedicated to the Doctoral Consortium, Opening Ceremony, and Welcome Cocktail/Reception. The other two days are dedicated to plenary, paper, and poster sessions.

    The criteria for the location are listed below and the final decision will be made by the IAM board members.   

    1. Host country

    a.      Easily accessible in terms of air travel

    b.      High level of interest in management among local scholars, businesses, and regulators

    c.       Preferably inexpensive air travel destination, and affordable hotel rates

    d.      An Iberoamerican location or a non-Iberoamerican location with strong presence of Iberoamerican scholars

    e.      A politically neutral location that would not preclude people from certain countries to attend

    2. Venue

    a.      Large conference room for plenary sessions (up to 400 people)

    b.      6-8 smaller adjacent rooms for parallel paper sessions (20-30 people each)

    c.       Adequate space for poster sessions

    d.      Cafeteria space/catering services large enough to host a Gala Dinner

    e.      Easily accessible via public transportation

    3. Host Institution

    a.      High academic status in general and in management in particular

    b.      Financial capabilities to support the event, and/or find sponsoring organizations

    c.       Good organizational capabilities and past experience in hosting meetings

    4.  IT Capabilities

    a.      Support staff to assist presenters during sessions

    b.      Video recording for main sessions/presentations, and at least some breakout sessions

    c.       Audio recording for all sessions

    d.      Preferably, live webcast or podcast for main sessions/presentations

    Those interested in hosting the IAM bi-annual conference should contact Professor Len Treviño (Chair of IAM's Conference Location Selection Committee) at trevinol@fau.edu and Professor Carolina Gomez (IAM's President) at gomezc@fiu.edu before December 31, 2018.  Please prepare a proposal noting your institution's ability to meet the four criteria noted above as well as any additional information you may want to highlight about your institution or country.




  • 2.  HR Position UTEP

    Posted 08-06-2018 11:19

    THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO

    College of Business Administration

    Department of Marketing and Management

    Faculty Position in Human Resource Management (Assistant Professor, Tenure Track)

     

    Job Announcement
    The Department of Marketing and Management in the College of Business Administration at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position in human resource management at the assistant professor level. The expected starting date is September 1, 2019.  Salary and benefits are AACSB-competitive and appropriate for experience and qualifications.  Responsibilities include scholarly research and publishing findings in top management academic journals, instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, participation in the Ph.D. Program in Business Administration by mentoring doctoral students and serving on dissertation committees, and service on faculty committees.

     

    Required Qualifications
    Completion of the Ph.D. degree from an AACSB-accredited institution by the starting date is necessary along with strong evidence of potential publication success in top journals.  Knowledge of Human Resource Management reflected in prior publications and/or work experience is highly desirable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are important.

     

    UTEP and El Paso

    Set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains in the Chihuahuan Desert, The University of Texas at El Paso is located at the heart of the U.S.–Mexico border region in one of the largest binational communities in the world. El Paso is a highly livable, bicultural community of almost 700,000 people, which offers affordable homes and attractive neighborhoods. It has been named among the safest large cities in the United States. El Paso experiences more than 300 days of sunshine annually, and residents enjoy outdoor activities year-round. The City of El Paso is adjacent to the state of New Mexico and the country of Mexico, making it an ideal venue for academic programs and research studies on topics of national interest, such as bilingual education/language acquisition, border security and immigration, environmental sustainability and infrastructure, health disparities, and international trade and commerce.


    Application Procedure
    Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and complete contact information for three references. 

    To apply, please visit http://utep.edu/employment.

    Hiring decisions are subject to final budget approval.


    In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, the University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all.

     

    The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity i