Call for Papers
CALL FOR PAPERS
64th ANNUAL MOUNTAIN PLAINS BUSINESS CONFERENCE
October 4-5, 2024
University of South Dakota | Vermillion, SD
Conference Theme: Effectiveness
The Mountain Plains Business Association (MPBA) holds an annual gathering of scholars and others interested in sharing research and discussing relevant and contemporary issues in all areas of business. The gathering is relaxed and informal, and presentations include everything from manuscripts ready for journal submission to discussion-oriented abstracts as well as workshops and panel discussions. The conference is hosted on a university campus by a different institution each year.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Your MPBC Co-chairs,
Thomas Tiahrt
Chet Barney
Arvind Agrawal
MPBA Board President
DATES AND DEADLINES
Friday, September 13th: FINAL submission deadline.
Friday, September 20th: Last day to register. $325 registration fee
Students: $100 registration fee - use the student coupon option
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
All submissions require the following information:
- Contact information: Name, affiliation, phone number, and email address for all co-authors.
- Presenter information: At least one co-author needs to be labeled as the intended presenter.
- Submission type: Abstract, Paper, Case Study, Panel Proposal, or Workshop Proposal.
- Tracks: Accounting and Finance, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Tech, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, MIS, Pedagogy.
GUIDELINES TO SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT
Abstract submissions provide the opportunity to present preliminary results and receive feedback and ideas from session attendees. Please prepare the submission using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font in APA style. They should be 100-words in length, with no tables, figures, or references. The first page should include the paper’s title, authors names, and intended track. The second page should include only the title and abstract.
GUIDELINES TO SUBMIT A COMPETITIVE PAPER
Papers representing completed research and dealing with a substantive, methodological, or theoretical issue are invited as Competitive Paper submissions. Please prepare the submission using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font in APA style. They should be 20-30 pages in length, which includes tables, figures, and references. The first page should include the paper’s title, authors names, and intended track. The second page should include only the title and up to 100-word abstract.
GUIDELINES TO SUBMIT A CASE STUDY
Papers with either a descriptive or decision-based case study are invited for Case Study submissions. These papers need to be based on real life scenarios, not hypothetical ones. However, data may come from primary and/or secondary information. Please prepare the submission using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font in APA style. They should be 20-30 pages in length, which includes tables, figures, and references. The first page should include the paper’s title, authors names, and intended track. The second page should include only the title and up to 100-word abstract.
GUIDELINES TO SUBMIT A PANEL PROPOSAL
Special sessions provide an opportunity to highlight important topics related to various business fields. Please prepare the proposal using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font in APA style. They should be 500-words in length, with no tables, figures, or references. The first page should include the session proposal title, session chair, and discussants, and intended track. The second page should include only the title and proposal.
GUIDELINES TO SUBMIT A WORKSHOP PROPOSAL
Workshops provide an opportunity to demonstrate new techniques in studying business-related topics. This can include software, methodology, and/or pedagogy. Please prepare the proposal using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font in APA style. They should be 500-words in length, with no tables, figures, or references. The first page should include the session proposal title, session chair, and discussants, and intended track. The second page should include only the title and proposal.
