October 23–25, 2026 · Changsha, China

Artificial intelligence (AI) is penetrating every sector of the economy and society with unprecedented depth and breadth, fundamentally reshaping research paradigms in management science—from the logical foundations of theory building, to empirical methodologies, and to the organizational forms of knowledge production and dissemination. All these dimensions face both opportunities and challenges of systemic transformation. Against this backdrop, we cordially invite you to participate in the International Conference and Paper Development Workshop on “Research Paradigms in Management Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” This conference is jointly organized by the International Association for Chinese Management Research (IACMR), the Academy of Management (AoM), and Hunan University, and hosted by the Business School of Hunan University. It will be held from October 23 to 25, 2026, in Changsha, Hunan, China.

The conference aims to provide a high-level academic exchange platform for management scholars worldwide to discuss paradigm shifts, theoretical innovations, and methodological breakthroughs in management research in the AI era. A dedicated Paper Development Workshop (PDW)is featured, with senior editors and scholars from leading journals of AoM and IACMR—including the Academy of Management Journal (AMJ), Academy of Management Review (AMR), Academy of Management Perspectives (AMP), and Management and Organization Review (MOR)—offering one‑on‑one developmental feedback to selected papers.

In addition to the PDW, this conference also includes keynote speeches, roundtable forums, thematic discussions, and other sessions centered on AI and management. We therefore also welcome faculty and students who have not submitted a paper proposal to register for and attend the conference.

Due to venue capacity, the conference is limited to 150 participants. Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Conference Language: English

Conference Co‑Chairs

• Prof. Zhi Yang – Dean, Business School, Hunan University
• Prof. Xu Huang – Hong Kong Baptist University; IACMR Vice‑President
• Prof. Christopher Tucci – University of Oxford; AoM President‑Elect

Conference Secretary‑General
Prof. Wei Zeng – Business School, Hunan University

Speakers & Editors (Listed in alphabetical order by surname)

• Bonnie Hayden Cheng, Professor at City University of Hong Kong, Current Associate Editor of AMP
• Han Jiang, Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Current Senior Editor of MOR
• Chak Fu Lam, Professor at Education University of Hong Kong, Current Associate Editor of AMR
• Ning Li, Professor at Tsinghua University, Current Deputy Editor of MOR
• Wu Liu, Professor of Management at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Current Associate Editor of AMJ
• Zhaohui Wu, Professor at Oregon State University
• Cyndi Man Zhang, Associate Professor of Strategic Management at Singapore Management University, Current Associate Editor of AMJ
• Long Zhang, Professor of Management at Hunan University
• Hengshu Zhu, Professor at Computer Network Information Center,  Chinese Academy of Sciences

Manuscript Review Committee

• Chair: Prof. Xu Huang, Hong Kong Baptist University
• Macro Group: Assoc. Prof. Han Jiang, CUHK‑Shenzhen
• Micro Group: Prof. Ning Li, Tsinghua University

I. Conference Schedule

October 23 (Friday)

October 24 (Saturday)

October 25 (Sunday)

II. Paper Development Workshop (PDW) Group Assignments

Macro

Macro Group 1 | Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Corporate Risk-Taking Venue: Qianjin Building 320

Macro Group 2 | Inter-organizational Networks, Policy, and Industry Development Venue: Qianjin Building 321

Micro

Micro Group 1 | AI, Big Data, and Human Resource Management Venue: Qianjin Building 114

Micro Group 2 | AI-Driven Transformation of Skills, Knowledge, and Organizing Venue: Qianjin Building 115

Micro Group 3 | Digital Work, Creativity, and Employee Well-being Venue: Qianjin Building 116

III .PDW (October 25 10:00–11:30) arrangement

Challenges to Management Theory and Research Methods in the AI Era

Note: Groups are organized based on the match between paper topics and the research areas of the discussants, with two experts providing comments for each group.

IV. Organizers

Hosts: International Association for Chinese Management Research (IACMR), Academy of Management (AoM), Hunan University
Organizer: Business School, Hunan University

V. Conference Registration and Fees

1、Payment QR Code (Invoices can be issued at the same time as payment.)

Note: Transportation and accommodation expenses are to be covered by participants. After completing payment, please scan the QR code below to register for the conference.

2. Conference Registration QR Code (Due to venue capacity, the conference is limited to 150 participants. Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.)

3. Please join the conference WeChat group after registration

VI. Local Organizing Committee (Business School, Hunan University)

Chair: Prof. Yuejun Zhang

Vice‑Chairs:
Prof. Yanhui Jiang, Prof. Feng Wang, Prof. Gangjin Wang, Prof. Long Zhang, Prof. Yan Chen

Executive Secretary‑General:
Assoc. Prof. Ling Zhou

Committee Members:
Assoc. Prof. Yaxi Shen, Asst. Prof. Zhu Yao, Asst. Prof. Yun Dong, Asst. Prof. Wan Cheng, Asst. Prof. Liyan Wang

VII. Conference Support Programs

Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC): A Study on the Organizational Integration-Oriented Hybrid Intelligence Human Resource Management Model for Chinese Enterprises “Going Global”

VIII. Hotel (For reference only; participants may book on their own.)

Wyndham Garden Changsha (Yuelu Mountain University Town)
长沙温德姆花园酒店(岳麓山大学城店)
Address: 1st Floor, Building 5, Plot E25, Zhongjian Smart Valley, No. 50 Jinjiang Road, Yuelu District, Changsha, Hunan Province
Price: RMB 350/room
Contact: Han Bin, 15675110568
Distance from the Business School: 4 km, about an 8-minute drive

Vienna International Hotel (Changsha Yuelu Mountain Binjiang University Town)
维也纳国际酒店(长沙岳麓山滨江大学城店)
Address: No. 328 Xiaoxiang Middle Road, Yuelu District, Changsha, Hunan Province
Price: RMB 330/room
Contact: He Sige, 15574332555
Distance from the Business School: 3.5 km, about a 7-minute drive

Changsha Nelson Hotel
长沙尼尔森酒店
Address: Room 09, 31st Floor, Shimao Bocuiwan, No. 1100, Section 3, Xiaoxiang North Road, Yuelu District, Changsha, Hunan Province
Price: RMB 330/room
Contact: Lydia, 18973111182
Distance from the Business School: 7 km, about a 15-minute drive

IX. Contact

For any questions regarding the Paper Development Workshop (PDW), please contact the Executive Secretary of the Conference: Associate Professor Ling Zhou, Business School, Hunan University, at 13786158616. For any questions regarding conference logistics, please contact Ms. Liu at 15116308832.

We look forward to welcoming you to this grand academic event in Changsha!