Founded in 1956, National Economics University (NEU) is one of the leading higher education institutions in Economics, Management and Business Administration in Vietnam. Central to its distinction is the presence of a distinguished team of leading experts whose formidable capacity and extensive experience in analysis and research have become pivotal strengths in NEU's strategic endeavor.

Missions:

• NEU is the pioneer in innovation, development and universalization of knowledge in economics, management and business administration. NEU is a place attracting and nurturing talents, an endowment of high-quality human resources that serve the sustainable development of Vietnam.
• NEU educates Vietnam’s top leaders and entrepreneurs.
• NEU is an exceptional research center, proposing guidelines for a country's socio-economic growth and providing consultations for government, non-government organizations and enterprises.

Visions:

• Become a research-oriented, multidisciplinary university ranking among the top five in Vietnam.
• Become one of the 100 best universities in Asia in economics, management and business administration.

The theme for the ACBSP Region 10 Annual Conference 2026 is: 

" Bridging the Gap – Meeting the Needs of Today’s Businesses"

The rapid pace of technological change, globalization, and social shifts has created both unprecedented opportunities and new challenges for businesses worldwide. Companies face growing pressure to adapt to evolving customer expectations, embrace digital transformation, manage complex supply chains, and respond to sustainability imperatives.

At the same time, a gap persists between the skills provided by educational institutions, the innovations generated by research, and the real-world needs of businesses. Bridging this gap is essential to ensure enterprises remain competitive, resilient, and future-ready.

The ACBSP Region 10 Annual Conference 2026 will bring together business leaders, academics, policymakers, and students to discuss strategies for aligning education, research, and industry practices with the pressing needs of today’s business environment.

The conference aims to:

1. Provide a platform for dialogue between academia, business, and policymakers.
2. Identify strategies for aligning curricula, research, and training with evolving industry needs.
3. Share case studies and best practices in innovation, sustainability, and leadership.
4. Explore the role of technology and digital transformation in driving competitiveness.
5. Strengthen collaboration between education providers and business enterprises for long-term growth.

We invite submissions addressing (but not limited to) the following sub-themes:

1. Talent and Workforce Readiness

o Upskilling and reskilling in the age of digital transformation

o Bridging academia and industry expectations for graduates

o Cultivating leadership and soft skills for global competitiveness

o Diversity, equity, and inclusion as drivers of business resilience

2. Innovation and Technology

o Harnessing AI and data analytics for business growth

o Digital transformation: balancing efficiency with human-centric values

o Cybersecurity and trust in a connected world

o Sustainable innovation and green technologies

3. Business–Education Partnerships

o Building stronger links between universities and enterprises

o Applied research and innovation hubs as engines of growth

o Internships, co-ops, and experiential learning for workforce integration

o Case studies of successful academia–industry collaboration

4. Globalization and Market Dynamics

o Navigating supply chain disruptions and geopolitical uncertainty

o SMEs and startups in a globalized digital economy

o Strategies for international collaboration and partnerships

o Meeting evolving expectations of global consumers

5. Sustainability and Social Responsibility

o ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) as a business imperative

o Aligning profit with purpose: the role of corporate citizenship

o Sustainable finance and investment for long-term growth

o Circular economy models and responsible consumption

6. Leadership and Organizational Transformation

o Agile leadership for uncertain times

o Leading intergenerational and multicultural teams

o Change management in an era of disruption

o Building resilient, future-ready organizations

• Actionable recommendations for bridging the academia–business gap
• Strengthened partnerships between institutions and enterprises
• Policy insights for governments and regulators supporting business growth
• Knowledge exchange on innovative practices and success stories
• Opportunities for networking and collaboration across sectors and regions

The conference is expected to attract:

• Business leaders and entrepreneurs
• Academicians, researchers, and students from universities and business schools
• Policymakers and government representatives
• International organizations and development partners
• Civil society actors and NGOs engaged in business and education

• Keynote addresses from global thought leaders
• Panel discussions with executives, academics, and policymakers
• Parallel breakout sessions aligned with sub-themes
• Case study presentations and best practice sharing
• Networking sessions and partnership opportunities

“The Best of Region Award (for faculty)”: The International Best of Regions Excellence Award is awarded to honor exceptional research presentations given by ACBSP members with the ACBSP Annual Conference theme. The competition starts at the regional level, where the research presentations will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The presentation with the highest score will be named the “Best of Region” at the ACBSP Region 10 Conference in Hanoi and will proceed to the next stage of the competition. After further evaluations by the ACBSP regional officers, selected papers will be eligible for the Best of Regions Award (International) at the ACBSP Annual Conference 2026, to be held in Phoenix, Arizona from June 11^th - 13^th, 2026.

Eligibility criteria:

• To participate in this competition, an author team must comprise of only academicians (faculty, researchers, professionals). Students and research scholars are not eligible for this award category.
• At least one of the authors must be from an ACBSP member institution. 

“The Student Showcase Award”: This is an excellent professional development opportunity for students at all levels of higher business education to showcase their research presentations. The ACBSP Student Showcase Award begins at the regional level where student presentations are evaluated by a panel of judges who will select one student/team to represent their region. The selected students then move on to the International Stage of the competition. At the international selection stage, the ACBSP Conference Planning Committee will evaluate the best student presentation from each region and select only one to be featured at the ACBSP Student Showcase during ACBSP Annual Conference 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA from June 11^th – 13^th, 2026.

Eligibility criteria:

• To participate in this competition, an author team must have only students (including research scholars).
• The lead student author must be from an ACBSP member institution.
• All students of the author team are required to submit a letter of nomination from the educational institution at the time of online registration. 

“Student Pitch Competition Award (for students)”: The Student Pitch Competition competition is designed to recognize and celebrate the most innovative and impactful business pitches developed by students. At the regional stage, student teams will deliver their business proposals before a distinguished panel of judges during the ACBSP Region 10 Conference, to be held in Hanoi in February 2026. The highest-performing team will be selected and formally announced at the conclusion of the event. Subsequently, the Council of Regional Chairs will evaluate the top teams from all regions. From this pool, finalist teams will be chosen to represent their regions and will be showcased at the ACBSP Annual Conference 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona, from June 11^th –13^th, 2026.

Eligibility criteria:

• To participate in this competition, a student team must have at least one member from an ACBSP member institution.
• Shortlisted teams have to present their pitches in person during the Conference in Hanoi for the Region 10 Finale.
• All students of the author team are required to submit a letter of nomination from the educational institution at the time of online registration.

In addition to the announced three award categories, National Economics University will be presenting prizes for winners in each of these categories.

We invite scholars, educators, practitioners, and students to submit:

• Research papers
• Case studies
• Student showcases or innovative projects

Submissions led by academicians will be reviewed under the Academician Track, while those led by students will be considered under the Student Showcase Track. Authors are initially required to submit an extended abstract of their proposed paper. Following the evaluation of extended abstracts, selected authors will be invited to submit their full papers and present their work at the conference. The detailed submission guidelines are provided below:

Extended Abstracts – Academicians and Students

• The extended abstract must not exceed 1,200 words and must clearly outline the research problem, methodology, and results.
• Submissions must adhere to APA Style guidelines.
• All abstracts should be submitted in PDF format.
• The Extended Abstracts -  Submit here (Download template here)

Full Papers – Academicians

• Each submission must include an abstract of no more than 300 words, accompanied by 5–6 keywords.
• The full paper should not exceed 6,000 words, inclusive of tables, illustrations, photographs, and appendices.
• Manuscripts must follow APA Style guidelines.
• All papers are to be submitted in PDF format.
• The Full Paper - Academicians - Submit here (Download template here)

Full Papers – Students (Student Showcase Award Consideration)

• Each submission must include an abstract of no more than 300 words, accompanied by 5–6 keywords.
• Student Showcase papers or presentations (full papers only, no abstracts) should be between 3,000 and 4,000 words, inclusive of tables, illustrations, photographs, and appendices.
• Submissions must comply with APA Style guidelines.
• All papers are to be submitted in PDF format.
• The Full Paper - Students - Submit here

Student Pitch Competition Submissions

• Teams must consist of 2–3 students presenting an entrepreneurial idea.
• The following documents are required:
• A 7-minute recorded video of the pitch deck (file size not exceeding 500MB).
• An executive summary.
• A pitch deck in PDF format.
• The following documents are optional:
• A competitive analysis.
• Financial statements.

All business pitch submissions must be uploaded via the designated submission portal Download templates and Submit here.

NOTICE TO AUTHORS REGARDING FULL PAPER SUBMISSION: 

The Organizing Committee would like to inform authors who have not yet submitted an extended abstract that they are still eligible to submit a full paper by the official extended submission deadline.

Authors may proceed directly with full paper submission, provided that their manuscripts comply with the conference’s submission guidelines and formatting requirements. All full papers submitted by the deadline will undergo the standard peer-review process.

Extended full paper submission deadline: January 15, 2026

We encourage interested authors to take advantage of this opportunity and look forward to receiving your scholarly contributions.

For Extended Abstracts and Full Papers

For Student Pitch Competition

Ha Long Bay 2-Day Excursions (Optional)

Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its breathtaking seascape of limestone formations, emerald waters, and unique ecological diversity. Following the conference, participants are invited to embark on a 2-day, 1-night cruise to experience the tranquil beauty and cultural richness of this iconic destination. The program offers opportunities for relaxation, light outdoor activities, and the enjoyment of authentic Vietnamese and international cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients. Guests will also have time to appreciate the serene atmosphere and stunning natural landscapes from the comfort of the cruise. This post-conference excursion provides an ideal balance of leisure, cultural immersion, and appreciation of Vietnam’s natural heritage.

Round-trip transportation between National Economics University (NEU) and the cruise pier, as well as lunch on March 1^st will be included.

Please find the following link for further details about the trip: [Link]

Registration for the Excursion here (Please make the payment before filling out this form): [link]

* Note: Room allocation will be prioritized for participants from the same delegation. In cases where there is an odd number of guests, room arrangements will be decided by the Organizing Committee to ensure that all rooms are occupied appropriately.

The registration fee will include a welcome reception gathering, attending keynote speeches and all sessions, conference proceedings, certificates of presentation, lunch and gala dinner for 01 Author. At least one author of each paper must pay the registration fee.

For Foreign Participants:

For Vietnamese Participants:

Discount policy for group registration:

In-person Attendee Registration Form: submit here

Virtual Attendee Registration Form: submit here

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Authors can transfer the registration amount to the following bank account:

• Beneficiary’s Name: National Economics University
• Bank’s Name: Joint-Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV)
• Branch: Hanoi
• Bank swift Code: BIDVVNVX
• Account Number (For VND): 21110006678989
• Account Number (For USD): 2110077999

Please transfer to the suitable account depending on your currency (VND or USD). Please key in the following transaction details: “Author's name_ACBSP Conference_(Time of submission)”. For example, “Warren Vance _ACBSP Conference_2025.12.23”.

ISI and SCOPUS Indexed Allied Journals: Journal of Economics & Development (ESCI, Scopus Q1)