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Pre - Conference Workshops

Publication speaker at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

Professor R.R.K. Sharma

Department of Management Sciences, IIT KANPUR, Member Editorial Board: American Journal of Operations Research; Mar 20, 2011 – Mar 19, 2012. Member Editorial Board: American journal of Industrial and Business Management (of Scientific Research Publishing); and Member Editorial Board: J of Business and Econometrics Studies.

"Arts and Humanities and Its Applications to Business"

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  • 10th April 2026
  • 01:30- 2:30 PM IST

Dr Sharma has had 38 years of career to date. Started as graduate engineer trainee with TELCO (PUNE) (now TATA MOTORS INDIA) during 1980-82, and later went on to do Ph.D. in management at I.I.M., Ahmedabad, INDIA. After Ph. D. in management, he worked with TVS Suzuki (for 9 months) as executive assistant to GM (marketing). Now he has 35 years of teaching and research experience at the Department of Management Sciences (earlier Dept. of Industrial and Management Engineering), I.I.T., Kanpur, 208016 INDIA. He has taught over 22 different courses in management at IIT Kanpur INDIA (to B. Tech., M. Tech. and M.B.A. students) and is well versed with all the facets of management and has unique ability to integrate different areas of the subject. To date he has written 1232 papers (peer reviewed (413: in scopus: 130 & 31 in ABDC C category as on 2013) / under review or preparation (40) / working papers 781 (not referred) and 12 BOOKS are included in this (6 are referred and 6 books of working papers (not referred)). He has published in almost all areas of management. He has developed over 10 software products. Till date he has guided 69 (graduated) M TECH and 24 (graduated) PhD (additional 4 in progress) theses at IIT Kanpur. He has been Sanjay Mittal Chair Professor at IIT KANPUR (15.09.2015 to 14.09.2018); and has been HAG scale professor at IIT Kanpur (01 Aug 2012 to 31 Jan 2024). One of his research monograph is now available in 8 different languages worldwide. He has retired on 31 Jan 2024 from DoMS IIT Kanpur 208016 India.

Dr. Sharma has won several international awards: (1) Elected “Fellow of AIMS International” in 2012. (2) Elected to receive the Dr Manubhai M Shah Memorial Award 2013 (instituted by the Indian Commerce Association): it carried a Cash Prize of Rs. 1 Lakh, trophy and a certificate of excellence. (3) In 2015, received the “Membership Award” given by IABE USA (International Academy of Business and Economics). (4) Elected as “Distinguished Scientist”, Venus International Foundation Research Awards 2015 (VIFRA 2015) at the CENTRE FOR ADVANCED RESEARCH AND DESIGN; Chennai: Dec 19; 2015. (5) In 2016, received the “Distinguished Educator Award”, selected by IEOM (Industrial Engineering and Operations Management) Society, USA; given at Kuala Lumpur on MAR 09, 2016. (6) In 2018, career 360 recognized him as one of the top ten knowledge producer in India. (7) Invited in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 by the MHRD Govt. of India to participate in “NIRF Rankings Survey” for management schools in India. (8) Invited in 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 to participate in the “QS Ranking Exercise” for management schools in Asia. (8) Elected to receive the Distinguished Service Award of the IEOM Society USA. (9) Invited as an expert to participate in THE 2023 (13 Nov 2022), 2024 (19 Nov 2023) and 2025 Academic Reputation Survey, “Times Higher Education For Ranking Universities World-Wide”.

Dr. RRK Sharma was selected as the “Fellow of IEOM (Industrial Engineering & Operations Management) Society, USA 2024”.

Topic Overview: Arts and Humanities and Its Applications to Business explores how disciplines such as literature, history, philosophy, and the arts contribute to business practices by fostering creativity, ethical thinking, and a deeper understanding of human behavior. These fields provide valuable insights into consumer behavior, organizational culture, and communication strategies. Integrating arts and humanities into business encourages innovative problem-solving, enhances leadership skills, and promotes a more empathetic approach to marketing and customer service. This interdisciplinary approach helps businesses adapt to changing societal values, navigate complex ethical dilemmas, and create a more inclusive and sustainable business model.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Creative Problem-Solving
  2. Enhanced Communication
  3. Ethical Decision-Making
  4. Cultural Awareness
Publication speaker at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

Professor Garry A. Montecillo

Professor Garry A. Montecillo, Lecturer at Manila Central University, Counselor and Dean of Student Affairs at Asian Summit College (ASC), is a Board Director and Principal at Kinderland Learning Center Inc., and works as a School Administrator at Stevehill Training Academy. His multifaceted experience across higher education, research, and academic administration provides him with a well-rounded perspective on scholarly publishing and academic development.

"Publication Guide- How to Write, Revise, and Respond for Successful Publication"

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  • 15th May 2026
  • 01:00- 3:00 PM IST

PROF. GARRY A. MONTECILLOLicensed Professional Teacher, Consultant, Researcher, Event Specialist, Community Volunteer Leader, a True-blooded Academician, and a “Teacher” by heart. More than passion and commitment Prof. Montecillo’s accomplishments will speak of his professional feat. He specializes in social sciences, covering a plethora of subjects in under graduate studies like Ethics, Understanding the Self, Logic and Critical Thinking and in Graduate School, Qualitative Research, Methods of Research and Philosophy of Education, to name a few. He experienced to teach at Manila Central University, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig (PLP), Kinderland Learning Center, Asian Summit College and Stevehill Training Academy.

 

He encompasses exceptional academic background that promoted him to the next level of his career path having a Diploma in Bible Institute, Bachelor of Theology major in Pastoral Studies, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Arts in Theology major in Christian Education. Also, during his graduate studies , he took up Master of Arts in Education major in Education Leadership and finished his PhD degree – Doctor of Philosophy major in Educational Management.His professional experience paved way to greatly influence his students. He used to be a Guidance Counselor and Dean of Student Affairs at Asian Summit College(ASC). He became a Board of Director/ Principal at Kinderland Learning Center Inc. And a School Administrator at Stevehill Training Academy. Currently, he is an Associate Professor 2 at Manila Central University.

 

Through his utmost learning and experiences, he has worked on researches in his field that were recognized and published locally and internationally. Currently, he is the Ethical Review Board Secretary of the Manila Central University. In retrospect, he has enjoyed years of combining his religious orientation with his direction of providing excellent and quality education to his students , while inculcating a positive attitude as they undergo the process of becoming the future competent professionals that we can be proud of, be it locally or globally.

Overview: This session is designed to guide researchers through the complete academic publication process—from developing a well-structured manuscript to effectively responding to peer-review feedback. The workshop will focus on practical strategies for writing with clarity and academic rigor, aligning manuscripts with journal scopes, handling revisions confidently, and communicating professionally with editors and reviewers. It is particularly beneficial for early-career and emerging researchers in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences who aim to improve their chances of successful publication in reputable journals.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Writing for Publication
  2. Choosing the Right Journal
  3. Revising with Purpose
  4. Responding to Reviewers
Publication speaker at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

Rusma Kalra,Ph.D

Department of Business English, Faculty of Arts, Assumption University, Thailand.

" From Submission to Selection: How Editors Choose Papers"

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  • 15th June 2026
  • 10:00- 11:00 AM IST

Rusma Kalra,Ph.D. is a lecturer in the Department of Business English, Faculty of Arts, Assumption University, Thailand. She has over ten years of teaching experience at the tertiary level, focusing primarily on English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and business communication writing. Her research interests include classroom-based studies, second language writing, and genre analysis, with particular emphasis on the implications of these areas for English language learners in higher education. In addition to her teaching and research, she contributes to academic publishing as an editor for The New English Teacher (NET), a Scopus-indexed journal. Through this role, she is engaged in promoting high-quality scholarship and supporting the professional development of emerging researchers in applied linguistics and language education. Her academic work is guided by a commitment to enhancing student learning outcomes and advancing innovative approaches to English language instruction in global contexts

Topic Overview:

This session explains what happens to a manuscript after it is submitted to a journal. It will show how editors screen papers, what criteria they use to decide whether a paper is sent for review, and why many papers are rejected early. Participants will learn how to align their work with journal expectations and improve their chances of acceptance especially useful for Scopus-indexed journals.  

Key Takeaways:

  1. Editors decide in minutes based on fit, abstract, and contribution
  2. Most desk rejections happen because the paper is poorly positioned for the journal
  3. A publishable paper clearly shows what it adds to the field and why the journal’s readers should care.
  4. Desk-rejected papers are usually fixable by reframing, restructuring, and rewriting for editors rather than supervisors.

Conference day Workshops

Bilateral Forums & Meetings

Special Events at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

The Bilateral Forum is a dedicated special Segment at ICOAH 2026 designed to foster strategic collaborations among academics, policymakers, industry professionals, institutions and TIIKM. This forum provides a structured platform for one-to-one and small-group discussions, enabling participants to explore joint research, institutional partnerships, policy dialogue, and innovation opportunities in nutrition and health. The sessions aim to generate practical outcomes such as MoUs, collaborative projects, and long-term international partnerships.

Facilitated Networking Space

Special Events at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

Facilitator: Mr. Isanka P Gamage (Managing Director and Co-Founder of The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)

Purpose: Break silos, spark meaningful academic connections and encourage post-conference collaboration (research, publishing, partnerships)

Objective

To provide a facilitated, structured and inclusive networking space that enables participants to connect for research collaboration, institutional partnerships, joint publications, and global health initiatives, in alignment with Arts and Humanities Conference’s thematic focus and Global South perspectives. We provide the space for:

Research Collaboration

  • Ongoing or planned research projects
  • Cross-country, interdisciplinary, or comparative studies
  • Opportunities for joint research design and data sharing

Institutional & Policy Partnerships

  • University, NGO, government, and policy-level collaborations
  • Capacity building, training, and academic exchange programs
  • Practice-to-policy linkages

Publications, Grants & Global Health Initiatives

  • Co-authorship and special issue opportunities
  • Joint grant proposals and funding calls
  • Global and regional health initiatives

 

Action Points & Contact Exchange

  • Participants identify: Potential collaborators and connect through ICOAH Networking Matrix

Guide-to-publish Sessions

Special Events at Arts and Humanities Conference 2026

This workshop is designed to provide personalized guidance for researchers. The program includes an introductory session on the special issue and journal requirements, followed by small-group discussions and one-to-one (O2O) meetings.

Participants will receive tailored advice on refining their abstracts, aligning their research with the journal’s scope, and preparing their manuscripts for submission. Registered participants will be organized into small groups based on their research themes, ensuring focused and relevant discussions. Students and delegates will meet separately to allow for topic-specific support. Each participant will have an opportunity to speak directly with the Editor-in-Chief during their allocated session. Attendance at these sessions is optional but highly recommended for those seeking publication support.

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