´óÏ㽶ÊÓƵ

Ahead of its Annual Academic Conference scheduled for Wednesday, April 23 to Friday, April 25, 2025, the Faculty of Management Sciences, ´óÏ㽶ÊÓƵ (´óÏ㽶ÊÓƵ) is calling for the submission of papers, reviews, and participation in roundtables centered on the theme and sub-themes of the conference as indicated below:

Theme: Navigating Volatile Business Environment:  Mitigation and Adaptive Strategies                 

Sub Themes:

A. Strategic Financial Management and Adaptation in Volatile Markets

1. Financial Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies in Volatile Markets
2. Adaptive Financial Planning and Forecasting in an Unpredictable Economy
3. Investment Strategies and Capital Allocation in a Volatile Economic Landscape
4. Corporate Governance, Accountability, and Financial Reporting in a Turbulent Economy
5. The Role of Financial Technology (FinTech) in Adapting to Economic Volatility
6. Investment Strategies and Portfolio Diversification in Volatile Markets
7. Liquidity Management and Capital Allocation in Periods of Economic Stress 

 B. Accounting, Corporate Governance and Ethical Practices in Uncertain Regulatory Environments

• Enhancing Financial Reporting and Transparency in Uncertain Markets
• Accounting for Risk Mitigation and Management in a Challenging Business Climate
• Corporate Governance and Accountability in Times of Economic Shocks and Regulatory Changes
• The Impact of Technology and Automation on Accounting Practices
• The Role of Accounting Standards and Practices in Ensuring Transparency and Compliance.
• Adaptive Accounting Practices for Unpredictable Revenue and Cost Flows
• The Impact of Corporate Ethics on Organisational Sustainability during Crises.

C. Human Resource Management and Employment Relations in Times of Crisis

• Managing Employee Engagement, Retention, and Productivity in a Volatile Environment.
• Strategies for Addressing Labour Disputes and Fostering Positive Employment Relations.
• Developing Adaptive HR Practices to Cope with Changes in Labour Laws and Workforce Expectations.
• Psychological Resilience and Decision Making in High Stress Environments
• Adaptive Leadership Models for Times of Volatility
• Addressing Employee Stress, Anxiety, and Mental Health
• Strategies for Supporting Remote and Hybrid Workforce Resilience

D. Leveraging Actuarial Science and Insurance Solutions for Risk Mitigation

• Utilising Actuarial Models to Predict and Manage Business Risks in Unstable Environments.
• The Role of Insurance in Providing Coverage against Political, Economic, and Natural Risks.
• Innovations in Insurance Products Tailored for Businesses Operating in Volatile Regions.
• Innovations in Risk Modelling and Forecasting under Volatile Conditions 
• Developing Responsive Insurance Products for Business Resilience 
• Strategies for Assessing and Managing Business, Financial, and Operational Risks 
• Case Studies on Actuarial Responses to Emerging Market and Environmental Risks

E. Digital Transformation and Marketing Strategies for Business Resilience

• Consumer Behaviour and Market Trends in a Volatile Economy
• Brand Management and Building Customer Loyalty During Economic Uncertainty
• Digital Marketing and Innovation as Tools for Resilience
• Pricing Strategies and Revenue Management in a Volatile Market
• Marketing Communications and Crisis Management
• Sustainability and Ethical Marketing in Uncertain Times
• Strategies for enhancing brand reputation and consumer trust in uncertain economic conditions.

F. Taxation Policies, Compliance, and Strategic Adaptation for Businesses

• Taxation, compliance, and financial strategy in a complex regulatory environment
• Navigating tax compliance challenges in Nigeria’s changing tax landscape.
• Adaptive tax strategies to optimise liabilities and ensure compliance.
• The role of tax incentives in promoting business sustainability and growth.
• Tax planning strategies to navigate uncertain fiscal environments 
• Impact of tax policy changes on business decision making 
• Opportunities for tax incentives in promoting business resilience

G. Resilient Business Administration and Digital Transformation

• Digital Transformation as a Catalyst for Business Resilience
• Leveraging Data Analytics for Strategic Decision-making in Uncertain Markets
• Agile Business Models and Adaptive Leadership in Crisis Management
• Digital Supply Chains and Risk Mitigation in the Face of Disruptions
• Sustainable Business Practices and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in a Challenging Economy.
• Strategic organisational leadership in periods of economic and political instability
• Leadership and the Culture of Innovation and Adaptability within

Other details are as follows:

• Venue: Hybrid
• Time: 9:00a.m. – 2:00p.m.
• Conference Participation Fee: FREE
• Abstract Submission Deadline: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Abstract Acceptance Notification: Friday, January 31, 2025
• Abstract should be submitted by email via an attachment to fms@unilag.edu.ng
• Well-written papers will be considered for publication in the Nigerian Journal of Management Studies or ´óÏ㽶ÊÓƵ Journal of Business

Kindly direct all enquiries via a text message to +2347062969040 and +2348033144937.