About Conference

The International Conference on Sustainable Innovation in Business: Integrating Academia, Industry, and AI for Future Resilience (ICSIB-2026) will be held in hybrid mode on 27th – 28th February 2026 at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)—Centre for Management Studies (CMS), Bengaluru.

This conference serves as a collaborative platform for academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers to deliberate on pathways for building a sustainable and resilient future. Anchored in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the event highlights how cross-sector partnerships, AI-driven innovation, and inclusive business models can address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

The conference brings together scholars, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from across the world to discuss and design strategies that are innovative, sustainable, and human-centric—shaping organizations that are future-ready and globally competitive.

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is ranked among the top universities in India and is a prestigious destination for students from around the world. It offers a great environment for learning and is recognised for its emphasis on education, entrepreneurship, research, and sports. Some of the best minds in India, including entrepreneurs and sports persons, are alumni of this esteemed University.

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited it with A++ and a cumulative grade point of 3.71. In 2024, the Government of India ranked it 65th nationally in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) has been conferred the prestigious Khel Protsahan Rashtriya Puraskar 2023 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of India, in the category of 'Identification and Nurturing of Budding/Young Talent'.

CMS Business School, an integral part of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), is India's leading Business School with an international perspective. It is a place where ideas are born, theories are debated, and business is done. Much more than a source of knowledge, it is a catalyst that can make a difference to students' careers and personal progression. Our MBA Program has a strong foundation in academic research, yet is designed to tackle the genuine issues that face today's international business community.

JU-CMS Business School is ranked 77th in the 2024 NIRF ranking. The MBA Program of the Business School is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The Business School is also an esteemed member institution of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), USA and the Business Graduates Association (BGA), UK, an international membership and quality assurance body. BGA is part of the same organisation as the Association of MBAs (AMBA). CMS Business School is ranked 21st in the top 100 Business Schools and 10th among the top 40 Private Universities in India in the Times B School Ranking 2024.

Committee 

CHIEF PATRON
Dr. Chenraj Roychand

Chancellor,
JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
Bangalore, India

PATRON
Dr. Jitendra Kumar Mishra

Vice Chancellor In-charge & Registrar
JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
Bengaluru, India

Dr. Dinesh Nilkant

Professor and Pro-Vice Chancellor
JAIN (Deemed-to-Be University)
Bengaluru, India

INTERNATIONAL
Prof. Dr. Kaup Mohamed

Vice Chancellor, Dean & Managing Director,
London Americal City College,
Dubai, UAE.

Dr. Ravindran Balakrishnan

Regional Finance Director,
Omnicom Media Group PLC,
West & Central Africa.

NATIONAL
Ms. Zinneera Amid

Finance Analyst, Dataclad Inc,
Bangalore.

Dr. Arthur Fernandes,

Associate Professor and Head Placement Readiness,
Kirloskar Institute of Management,
Harihar, Karnataka

  • Sri. Ravindra Bhandary, Vice President - JGI Group
  • Dr. N Sundararajan Member - JGI Steering Board
  • Dr. N V H Krishnan, Chancellor's Advisory Board
  • Dr. Easwaran lyer, Chancellor's Advisory Board
  • Dr. S A Hariprasad Dean - Academics
  • Prof. K Sridhara Murthi, Chancellor's Advisory Board
  • Ms. Aparna Prasad, Director - Communications, HR & Student Fee Services
  • Mr. M S Paraswanath, Director - Projects & Facilities
  • Dr. Shradha Kanwar, Chief Academic Officer
  • Prof. N S Manjunath, Controller of Examinations
  • Mr. M S Santhosh, Joint Registrar

Conference Committee 

  • Dr. Krishna Koppa - Associate Professor & HoD, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Dr. R. Madhavi - Associate Professor and Associate Head, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Dr. K. Ravichandran - Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Dr. Umakanth S - Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Dr. Roopa Traisa A - Associate Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Ms. Sunitha B. K - Assistant Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Mr. Krishna Reddy B. N - Assistant Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Ms. Anila Bajpai - Assistant Professor, Faculty of Management Studies
  • Dr. Bhargavi D Hemmige -Professor & HoD, Dept. of Journalism and Mass Communication

  • Dr. Sakthi Kamal Nathan Sambasivam - Assistant Professor

  • Dr. Kesavulu Poola - Associate Professor
  • Dr. Sachin K Parappagoudar - Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Raghavendra GS - Assistant Professor

  • Dr. Y Raghu - Skyline University, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Masese Omete Fred - Co-operative University, Kenya.
  • Dr. Ravindran Balakrishnan - Regional Finance Director Omnicom Media Group PLC West & Central Africa.
  • Mr. Munirajaiah Garadapuda - Senior Software Developer Walt Disney World, Texas, USA CMA Dr. Partha Saradhi - Business Head Revenue Growth - Value F Chairman - Tirupathi Chapter Institute of Cost Accountants of India
  • Dr. Sanman Jain - Nellikar Director, Finance and Accounting Program, University of Stirling, UAE
  • Ms. Monika Kalavakunta - Data & Reporting Analyst BI & Visualisation Developer CareCone Group Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
  • Mr. Siddanagouda Sankanagouda - Senior Director, Platform Engineering, Intel Corporation, USA
  • Ms. Zinneera Amid - Finance Analyst, Dataclad Inc. Bangalore

  • Dr. Supriya Rai, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Varalakshmi S, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Lakshman K, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Anita Walia, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Priya Makhija, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Jesus Mitton Rousseau S, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Sahana B S, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Sana Saima, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Umesh C, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Shruthi Bekal, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Mohammed Tariq Nayaab, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Midhun M, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Baisakhi D, Assistant Professor
  • Mr. Vivek Gupta, Assistant Professor
  • Mr. Mithun Kumar S, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Sara Elias, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Accamma CG, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Anusha Nadiger, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Divya A Reddy, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Infancy Reena B, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Mansi Wilkinson, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Daania Akil Sait, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Shilpa Sandhu, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Manisha Tripathi, Assistant Professor
  • Mr. Rohith Kumar V, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Ranjitha P K, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Shirisha K B, Assistant Professor
  • Mr. Vineeth Ravindran, Assistant Professor
  • Ms. Syeda Shifa, Alumni Coordinator
  • Dr. Shobha Patil, Librarian

  • Academicians & Researchers seeking cutting-edge insights on sustainable and innovative business practices.
  • Industry Leaders & Professionals aiming to align with future-ready, globally competitive strategies.
  • Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders exploring human-centric, scalable, and tech-enabled solutions.
  • Policymakers & Institutional Representatives shaping frameworks that support innovation and sustainability.
  • Consultants & Analysts working on transformative organizational models and strategic roadmaps.
  • Students & Emerging Scholars aspiring to engage with global thought leadership and industry expectations.

Important Dates 

Abstract and Full Paper Submission: 15th January 2026
Notification of Acceptance 30th January 2026
Last Date for Registration 24th January 2026
Conference Dates 27th - 28th February 2026

Conference Objectives 

Analyse the components of sustainable business models

Evaluate the impact of academia-industry collaborations on achieving SDG targets

Create AI-driven technological frameworks to optimise energy efficiency and equitable technology deployment

Analyse integrating diversity, equity, and climate-adaptive strategies in business practices

Evaluate the role of policy, governance, and green financing in enabling sustainable innovation

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