AICMSS 2027
Inaugural Edition

1st Azman International Conference on Management & Social Sciences

Innovation, Sustainability and Inclusive Growth in Management and Social Sciences

Exploring Research, Practice and Policy for a Better Future

26–28 January 2027
Azman University, Kano
Hybrid (Physical & Virtual)

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Conference Topics

Call for Papers

Researchers, academics, practitioners and graduate students are invited to submit original and unpublished papers across the following themes.

Track A — Management, Logistics & Financial Systems

Strategic & Change Management
Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Procurement Management & Strategic Sourcing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Transportation, Freight & Logistics Management
Financial Management & Accounting Accountability
Marketing Management & Digital Commerce
Human Resource Management & Leadership

Track B — Governance, Policy & Societal Infrastructure

Public Administration & Localized Policy Development
Political Science, State Power & Democratic Resilience
International Relations & Global Geopolitics
Sociology, Gender Studies & Social Welfare
Environmental Sustainability & Socio-Ecological Justice
Information, Communication & Digital Technologies
Library, Information Science & Knowledge Management
Information Behaviour, Policy & Society
Other Related Areas in Management & Social Sciences
Important Dates

Key Deadlines

Mark your calendar. All deadlines are 11:59 PM West Africa Time (WAT).

30 Nov 2026 Abstract Submission Deadline Open
20 Dec 2026 Full Paper Submission Deadline Upcoming
29 Dec 2026 Notification of Acceptance Upcoming
20 Jan 2027 Early Registration Deadline Upcoming
26–28 Jan 2027 Conference Date Conference
Submission Portal

Submit Your Paper

Submit your abstract or full paper for review by the Scientific Committee.

  • Abstract should not exceed 300 words including title, author(s), affiliation, and up to 5 keywords
  • Full papers: 5,000–8,000 words, Times New Roman 12pt, 1.5 line spacing, APA 7th edition referencing
  • Papers must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere
  • Accepted papers will be published in a special issue of AUIJMSS
  • File format: Microsoft Word (.docx) only

Submit via Google Form

All submissions are collected through our official Google Form. You will be able to upload your abstract or full paper (.docx) directly.

Open Submission Form
The form collects
✓ Full name & email ✓ Affiliation ✓ Submission type ✓ Conference track ✓ Paper title ✓ Abstract text ✓ Keywords ✓ Paper file (.docx) ✓ Mode of participation

Responses are recorded in the conference Google Sheet. You will receive a confirmation email after submission.

Publication of Conference Papers

All accepted and presented articles will be peer-reviewed and published in a Special Issue of the Azman University International Journal of Management and Social Sciences (AUIJMSS).

Registration

Conference Registration

Secure your place at AICMSS 2027. Early registration closes 20 January 2027.

Student
₦20,000
Physical attendance
  • Conference materials
  • Tea breaks
  • Certificate of attendance
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Academic / Practitioner
₦35,000
Physical attendance
  • Conference materials
  • Tea breaks
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Access to all sessions
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Virtual
₦30,000
Online participation
  • Virtual access to all sessions
  • E-certificate of attendance
  • Conference e-materials
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International
$75 USD
Physical or virtual
  • All conference benefits
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Publication support
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Conference Leadership

Organizers

Royal Father of the Days
Dr. Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir
Emir of Gaya, Kano State
Chief Host
Prof. Fatima Batul Mukhtar
Vice Chancellor, Azman University, Kano
Host
Prof. A. H. Gorondutse
Dean, Faculty of Management & Social Sciences, Azman University, Kano
Local Organizing Committee

LOC Members

The committee responsible for planning and executing the conference.

S/N Name Designation Role
1 Prof. A. H. Gorondutse Dept. of Economics & Management Sciences, POLAC Wudil, Kano State Chairman
2 Mal. Aminu Ibrahim Lawal Registrar, Azman University, Kano Member
3 AbdulQadir Al-Ameen, PhD. Esq HoD, Social Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
4 Dr. Ali Garba University Librarian, Azman University, Kano Member
5 Dr. Abubakar H. Kawu Dept of Social Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
6 Dr. Tasiu Magaji Dept. of Political Science, Bayero University, Kano Member
7 Dr. Kabir Umar Dept. of Economics & Management Sciences, POLAC Wudil, Kano State Member
8 Dr. Adams Attarh Ibrahim Dept. of Management Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
9 Dr. Sagir Lawal HoD — Dept. of Management Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
10 Mr. Abubakar Sadiq Muhammad Dept. of Management Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
11 Mr. Idrith Yusuf Department of Social Sciences, Azman University, Kano Member
12 Dr. Mustapha Badamasi Dept. of Management Sciences, Azman University, Kano Secretary
Get in Touch

Contact

For enquiries about submissions, registration, sponsorship or any other matter.

Local Organizing Secretary
Dr. Mustapha Badamasi
Dept. of Management & Social Sciences, Azman University, Kano
Email
aicmss@azmanuniversity.edu.ng
Phone
+234 803 605 8528
Website
www.azmanuniversity.edu.ng