NCLAVE 2025

NSHM Business School Organizes 4th International Management Conference NCLAVE 2025. New Convergence for Learning and Value Enhancement on AI, Disruptive Innovation and Strategy in the Era of Industry 5.0 20th – 21st November 2025.

Highlights for the Days: 

 Collaborating Partners 

• Knowledge Partner: Indus Net Technologies
• Healthcare Partner: Manipal Hospitals
• Technology Partner: IBM
• Learning Partner: Times Pro
• Institutional Partner: Calcutta Management Association

 CALL FOR PAPERS

 Suggested Research Paper Sub-Themes –

• Strategic Human Capital and Workforce Transformation in Industry 5.0
• AI-Powered Marketing, Media Intelligence, and Consumer Strategy
• FinTech Disruption and Strategic Innovation in the Digital Economy
• Smart Manufacturing, Operations Strategy, and Supply Chain Resilience
• Technology-Driven Entrepreneurship and Business Model Innovation
• Corporate Governance, Ethical AI, and Digital Policy Strategy
• Intelligent Healthcare Systems and Business Innovation in Life Sciences
• Data-Driven Strategy, Business Analytics, and Decision Intelligence
• AI in Sports: Redefining Performance, Fairness, and Inclusivity

 Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: October 31^st, 2025
• Acceptance of Abstract: November 5^th, 2025
• Registration Deadline: November 10^th, 2025
• Abstract submission link:  https://forms.gle/vBi1sFouKbyQvZhv7

Publication Opportunities- Publication Partnership Announcement

We are pleased to express our sincere gratitude to the editorial teams of the following journals for granting their formal consent to serve as publication partners for NCLAVE 2025.

Editors of some of these esteemed journals will also be serving as Session Track Chairs during the research paper presentation sessions.

Publication Opportunities – Shortlisted and peer-reviewed papers presented at NCLAVE 2025 will be considered for publication in the following reputed journals:

• International Journal on Leadership
  (Indexed in ProQuest, EBSCO, i-Scholar)
• International Journal of Applied Marketing and Management
  (Indexed in EBSCO, i-Scholar)
• International Journal of Financial Management
  (Indexed in EBSCO, Ulrich’s, Cabell’s, ProQuest; Peer Reviewed)
• International Journal of Business Analytics and Intelligence
  (Indexed in ProQuest, EBSCO, i-Scholar)
• International Journal of Education and Management Studies
  (Indexed in ProQuest, Index Copernicus, J-Gate; NAAS Rating: 4.58)
• IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review
  (Indexed in EBSCO, ProQuest, Google Scholar, i-Scholar; NAAS Rating: 4.42)
• Review of Management Literature (ROML)
  (Indexed in Emerald, Scopus Q2, SC Imago)

Conference Proceedings – All accepted abstracts will be published in the Conference Proceedings (with an ISBN).

Additional Publication Opportunity- Selected papers may also be considered for publication in the NSHM Journal of Management Research and Applications (NJMRA, ISSN: 0975-2501)

 https://nkckolkata.com/njmra-about-the-journal/

Day 2 Highlights (21^st November 2025)

Strategia: The Grand Challenge 2025 – There are four inter-college competitions scheduled for 21^st November 2025, and each student may choose to participate in only one of them.

Team Guidelines:

• This is a team-based challenge.
• Each team must have 2 (minimum) to 4 (maximum) members.
• Registration is per individual, not per group (each member must register separately).

Competition I – The Valuation Challenge by Times Pro – The Valuation Challenge brings participants face-to-face with complex financial and corporate scenarios where technology, strategy, and operations converge.

Join a fun competition where you solve real business problems like experts do!

• Solve cases about money, markets, and rules.
• Work with your team to make smart decisions.
• No finance background needed—anyone who loves solving problems can join.
• Learn how to manage risks and plan.
• Help protect banks and businesses from challenges.

Example: You might face a situation where an investment banker is facing a challenge regarding the valuation of a corporate business. Your team will provide a feasible solution for the investment banker.

Eligibility: Open to all students with an interest in finance, corporate strategy, and problem-solving. A finance specialization is not mandatory.

Competition II- Business Bulletin Challenge by Indus Net Technologies – This competition is about knowing the latest business news and understanding brands and marketing.

• You’ll answer questions about important business events happening now.
• You’ll identify brands by their logos, taglines, or ads.
• You’ll solve tasks that show how well you understand marketing and advertising.

Example: Match a famous logo for its company or explain the idea behind a recent ad campaign.

Eligibility: Who can join? Any student (undergraduate or postgraduate) who loves business news and wants to learn more about marketing. 

Competition III- The PulsePoint Challenge by Manipal Hospital – Step into the world of healthcare where every decision can change lives.

• Analyze real medical cases to find key problems.
• Develop practical solutions that help patients and healthcare providers.
• Think deeply and show empathy to understand human needs.
• Learn how your choices can impact healthcare broadly.

Eligibility: All undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in healthcare, strategy, and problem-solving who want to make a real difference. 

Competition IV) The Leadership Lab – Leadership isn’t just about ideas — it’s about making decisions when it counts.

• Step into real workplace situations through live role-play.
• Solve tough human resource challenges like a manager.
• Build skills in handling people, performance, and pressure.
• Learn to lead with both empathy and confidence.

Eligibility: All undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in leadership, people management, and workplace skills.                                                                                                                    

CONFERENCE E-POSTER DETAILS

Theme: AI, Disruptive Innovation, and Strategy in Industry 5.0 

Objective: The poster session aims to encourage students to explore how AI, disruptive innovation, and Industry 5.0 are transforming industries, management practices, and society. Posters should be insightful, visually engaging, and conceptually clear, highlighting applications, strategies, or ethical considerations in their field of study.

Poster Tracks & Broad Themes

Track 1: Technology and Innovation

Sample Topics:

• Human–AI collaboration and co-bots in workplaces
• Emerging technologies and disruptive business models
• Innovation ecosystems and entrepreneurial strategies
• Smart hospitals, predictive analytics, and digital therapeutics

Track 2: Strategy and Management

Sample Topics:

• Strategic agility in the age of AI
• Data-driven decision making in operations, marketing, or finance
• Change management for Industry 5.0 adoption
• Leadership and human-centric management in tech-driven organizations

Track 3: Society, Ethics, and Sustainability

Sample Topics:

• Responsible AI and governance frameworks
• Bias, transparency, and data privacy in AI systems
• AI for social good and inclusive growth
• Sustainable manufacturing, circular economy, and ESG goals

Poster Guidelines

Poster Format & Guidelines

• Size & Orientation: A1 or A0 (portrait or landscape)
• Digital Format: Submit poster as a PDF file optimized for on-screen viewing. Typical recommended resolution allows clear viewing on digital devices (e.g., 72 dpi or higher).

Content Requirements:

• Title and authors
• Objective or problem statement
• Key findings/insights
• Visuals such as charts, diagrams, images
• References if applicable

Design Tips:

• Use high contrast colors and readable fonts (sans-serif recommended)
• Ensure text is legible on screen from a distance (~1-2 meters)
• Use creativity and visuals to simplify complex ideas
• Avoid excessive text; focus on clarity and engagement

E-Poster Display: Posters will be showcased digitally on dedicated screens or through an e-poster gallery accessible to all participants.

Evaluation Criteria

Submission Instructions (details will be shared shortly)

• Submit poster title, track, and author details by the specified deadline.
• Submit the digital poster PDF before the presentation date.
• Posters must be original work.
• Digital posters may be accessed during and after the conference for wider reach and interaction.

 AWARDS & RECOGNITION – Get ready to WIN BIG with Day-2 competitions! IBM is turning up the heat by sponsoring the coolest prizes — smartwatches that keep you connected and ahead of the game. Plus, you’ll earn certificates of excellence to showcase your achievement. So, what are you waiting for? Step up, show your skills, and grab those epic prizes before someone else does! The thrill is real, and the rewards are smarter than ever!

REGISTRATION DETAILS:

 Registration link for Students: https://forms.gle/B7uakP8h6fRpKfM9A

Registration link for Academicians/ Researchers/Corporates: https://forms.gle/uk33iu7FK8p6RyzA9

Registration Account Details (Payment through “NEFT/RTGS”)

Hari Charan Garg Charitable Trust

Bank Name: ICICI Bank Ltd.

Account Number: 161605001246

IFSC: ICIC0001616

Swift Code: ICICNBBCTS

Lansdowne Branch

Contact/Query Details: For more information, please contact or email at: [email protected] 

Registration link for Students: https://forms.gle/B7uakP8h6fRpKfM9A

Registration link for Academicians/ Researchers/Corporates: https://forms.gle/uk33iu7FK8p6RyzA9

We cordially invite academicians, scholars, industry persons, students, and sponsors to join us in this gala event of NCLAVE 2025!

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