IAC2021: IUMW Academic Conference 2021 International University of Malaya-Wales Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 26-28, 2021

Conference website	http://iumw.edu.my/call_for_papers/
Submission link	https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=iac2021
Abstract registration deadline	April 30, 2021
Submission deadline	July 14, 2021
Acceptance for special issue notification	July 28, 2021
Early bird and author registration before	August 2, 2021
Final camera-ready manuscript submission	August 2, 2021

This online conference provides an accessible way to connect and interact as a research network. We will host a number of different session types designed to make the most of online social knowledge processes including presentations, workshops and networking opportunities. We want to continue to work towards improving the standard of the local and international community of researchers, scholars, and practitioners by introducing them to the latest trends, developments, and challenges across a range of fields with the theme

"Digitalisation in Transformation: Bridging academia and Industry".

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. All papers for IUMW Academic Conference 2021 should be following the proper subject area stated at the conference’s Call For Paper (CFP can be downloaded from conference homepage). The Full Paper Submission Deadline is 31 May, 2021. The submitting author(s) will be notified of the acceptance decision before 18 June, 2021. All submissions are subject to a double-blind review process organized by the Review Committee consisting of a panel of leading scholars. Please ensure your submission meets the conference's guidelines for accepting scholarly papers. 

1. All submitted manuscripts should report original, unpublished research results, experimental or theoretical. Submission of a manuscript implies that it is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
2. The official language is English in both writing and presentation. If English is not your mother language, check your draft by using a professional editor and/or with a spelling and grammar matching application before submitting your manuscript. If your document is hard to read, the conference committee will decline it before sending it to the reviewer.
3. The submitting author is responsible for ensuring that the article’s publication has been approved by all other co-authors and takes responsibility for the paper during submission and peer review.
4. The review team engages in review on a first-come-first-served basis. The team chair notifies authors of the review results soon after the completion of each review. This allows authors enough time to polish their papers. Authors who received a "Conditionally Accepted" or "Awaiting Decision" notification are requested to resubmit their revised (final) manuscripts before a specified date (the tentative deadline is 2^nd August 2021).
5. At least one of the authors must register (pay the participation fee) for the conference before 2^nd August 2021, to attend and present their papers.
6. The publisher will not be held legally responsible should there be any claims for compensation.
7. Template for manuscript preparation can be downloaded here. 

Guidelines for Authors

1. Papers shall not exceed 5,000 words in length/not more than 6 pages (according to given template) including abstract, figures, references and appendices. The Manuscripts should be as concise as the subject and research method permits.
2. Manuscripts should be written in Times New Roman font with font size 12, single spaced with an abstract of 200-300 words, and five keywords. The abstract should be placed on a separate page immediately preceding the text.
3. Before submitting your manuscripts please ensure that it has been carefully read for typographical and grammatical errors. If English is not your first language, please have your paper proof-read by an English-speaking person. Papers will be returned if the standard of English is not considered to be good enough for publication.
4. Authors must STRICTLY follow the templates provided. We suggest that authors copy and paste the content into the given templates. Papers should not contain any header or footer.
5. Papers must not be sent in PDF format and should not be zipped.
6. Put the title of the paper in bold, left aligned, at the top of the first page only.
7. You can include bulleted or numbered lists.
8. Figures and tables should be placed as close to their reference point in the text as possible. All figures and tables must have titles and must be referenced from within the text. Images must be inserted as picture files (.gif, .jpg, .bmp, .pct, .png, .psd). You may be asked to supply the pictures as separate files.
9. All manuscripts will be double-blind reviewed. To promote anonymous review,authors should not identify themselves directly or indirectly in their writing. Single authors should not use the pronoun "we." Referencing should follow the APA style (http://www.apastyle.org).
10. Please indicate the corresponding author.

Academic Ethics

Articles submitted to the conference should report original and previously unpublished findings. Following the ethical conduct is very critical in the academic world. Hence, any act of plagiarism cannot be tolerated. If an author is found to commit an act of plagiarism, the submission will be automatically dismissed.

List of Topics

Innovation and transformation are arguably two of the most important elements when it comes to long-term success. When faced with marketplace changes, industries that stick with their traditions and fail to innovate or transform will almost certainly face challenges they may not overcome. The current pandemic is a prime example, forcing thousands of companies worldwide to change the way they operate in an unprecedented manner. Innovation and Transformation are relevant across all disciplines; Business, Media & Communication, Science & Technology, Psychology, and others, and will be the theme of this year’s conference with a focus on bridging the gap between theory and industry practices. Authors are invited to submit papers on topics including, but not limited to, the following areas:

Psychology and Social Sciences

· Trends and Challenges in Digital Business Transformation, Innovation Management and Culture, Crisis and Risk Management, Corporate Governance & Enterprise Leadership, Data-Driven Business, Finance· Project Management· Education, Teaching and Learning· Psychological Mechanisms· Socio-Economic Needs· Business-related interests

Communication, Innovation and Technology

· Mobile Video Marketing· Data Analytics and Public Relations· Innovation Journalism· Cloud Computing· Big Data and Visualisation· Information Systems for Environmental Sustainability· Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning· Blockchain Technology· Virtual and Extended Reality· Internet of Things (IoT)· Biotechnology· Visual & Digital Media· Integrated Communication & Social Media

Committees

Organizing committee

Chairman  : Dr. Nurul Nisa Omar

Deputy Chairman  : Dr. Ashley Ng Sok Choo

Event Manager  (C)  : Laura Evans

Marketing & Communication (C) : Michelle Foong

Technical Support (C)   : Hafiz Hassan

Budgeting & Finance (C)   : Biziah Ibrahim

Project Showcase (C)   : Sugindran R Krisnan

Invitation & Registration (DC)   : Tan Jian Heng

VIP/Guest/Awards (DC)   : Che Nur Amalina S. Che Zainal

Compilation & Publication (DC)   : Prof Dr Indra Devi Kandasamy

Submission & Assessment (DC)  : Dr. Abdul Rahim & Dr. Nanthini Jayaram

Research & Presentation (DC)     : Elilarasi Letshmanan

Invited Speakers

    To Be Announce

Publication

All accepted papers will be publish in IAC2021 proceedings. Selected accepted papers will be publish in indexed journals. 

Venue

The conference will be held ONLINE

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to:

Dr Ashley Ng Sok Choo (ashleyng@iumw.edu.my)

Dr Nanthini Jayaram (nanthini.jayaram@iumw.edu.my)