Institution Name: CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Event Type: International Conference
Conference Name: International Conference on Sustainability-Led Transformation in Business and Society (SLTBS 2026)
CONFERENCE THEME : TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE REIMAGINING SOCIETY THROUGH INNOVATION,INCLUSION AND IMPACT
Conference Start Date: 25-02-2026
Conference End Date: 27-02-2026
Conference Mode: Hybrid Mode(On Campus+Virtual)
Conference Organizing Department: Department of Professional Studies
About the Conference:
The SLTBS 2026 aims to bring together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students to explore sustainability not just as a compliance issue, but as a strategic, inclusive, and innovative transformation across business, society, and governance. The focus is on transdisciplinary approaches to reimagine business models, leadership, policy, and innovation for the Net Zero and SDG-driven world. The SLTBS 2026 will open with a dedicated Doctoral Consortium designed to support early-stage PhD scholars and young researchers working in the broad domains of sustainability, business transformation, and responsible management. This full-day event will feature interactive workshops, feedback sessions with senior faculty, paper development clinics, and networking opportunities with peers and mentors from academia and industry. The consortium aims to foster interdisciplinary thinking, refine research ideas, and build long-term academic collaborations. Selected participants will receive personalized feedback and may be considered for publication, mentoring tracks, or inclusion in special journal issues.
Conference Themes:
Track 1: Sustainable Innovation & Business Transformation
- Circular Economy and Green Product Innovation
- Sustainability-Driven Value Creation and Competitive Advantage
- Green Startups and Social Entrepreneurship
Sustainability Labs, Accelerators, and Innovation Hubs
Track 2: Sustainable Finance & Investment
- ESG and Impact Investing
- Carbon Accounting and Financial Disclosure
- Green Bonds, Fintech and Carbon Markets
Track 3: Inclusive & Responsible Leadership
- Gender, Diversity and Ethical Leadership in Sustainability
- Transformational Change through Employee Engagement
- Stakeholder Capitalism and Purpose-Driven Governance
Track 4: Sustainable Operations & Global Supply Chains
- Decarbonizing Supply Chains
- Localisation vs. Globalisation in the Post-COVID World
- Resilient and Adaptive Supply Networks
Track 5: Climate Strategy, Risk, and Policy Interface
- Corporate Climate Strategies and Scenario Planning
- Public-Private Partnerships for Net Zero
- Policy Instruments for Circular and Regenerative Economies
Track 6: Sustainability Education & Organizational Change
- Embedding SDGs in Business Education
- Change Management for Greening Organizations
- Pedagogical Innovations in Sustainability Education
Track 7: Green Marketing & Consumer Behaviour
- Branding for Good: Sustainability Narratives
- Behavioural Nudges and Eco-Consumerism
- Post-Growth Marketing Strategies
Track 8: Intersections of Healthcare and Sustainability
- Healthcare Sustainability and Climate Action
- Sustainable practices in the healthcare sector
- Trends in sustainable healthcare research
- Community Engagement and Sustainable Healthcare Initiatives
- Policy effectiveness for promoting sustainable healthcare
Track 9: AI for Sustainable Business Systems
- AI, Blockchain, and Digital Tech for Sustainability
- Immersive Technologies (AR/VR) for Sustainability
- Algorithmic Bias and Ethical AI in Sustainable Business Decisions
Track 10: Green GDP
- Environmental costs of economic activities
- Green GDP and Fiscal Policy Reforms
- Economics of Degrowth and Well-being
- Ecological Debt and Intergenerational Burden in GDP Models
Track 11: Natural Capital Accounting
- Nature-positive Business Models and Investment Portfolios
- Monetary vs. Non-Monetary Valuation
- Indigenous Knowledge and Community-based Natural Capital Mapping
- Natural Capital in Risk Assessment and Resilience Planning
- Corporate Natural Capital Accounting and Reporting Standards
Who can participate? Research Scholars/ Students/Academicians/Faculty/Industry Experts
Registration Fee:
FOR CHRISTITES:
- Pre-Conference Workshop – INR 1500
- UG/PG/Research Scholars – INR 5000
- Academicians/Faculty – INR 6500
FOR NON-CHRISTITES:
- Pre-Conference Workshop – INR 1500 + 18% GST
- UG/PG/Research Scholars – INR 5000 + 18% GST
- Academicians/Faculty – INR 6500 + 18% GST
- Industry Experts – INR 10000 + 18% GST
- Foreign Nationals – USD 202
Paper submission: Click here
Important Dates:
- Abstract Submission : 05/12/2025
- Decision on Acceptance: 15/01/2026
- Submission of Extended Abstract or Mini Paper: 15/01/2026
- Last Date for Conference Registration 15/02/2026
- Conference Date: 25th to 27th February 2026
Contact Person:
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Dr PRIYANKA DASGUPTA
Assistant Professor, Department of Professional Studies
Email: priyanka.dasgupta@christuniversity.in -
Dr AMAL KRISHNAN
Assistant Professor, Department of Professional Studies
Email: amal.krishnan@christuniversity.in
Institution Website: https://christuniversity.in/
Venue:
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Dharmaram College Post, Hosur Road,
Bengaluru – 560029, Karnataka, India.
Conference Website: Click here
About University:
CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was born out of the educational vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a nineteenth- century educationalist and social reformer from South India. He founded the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI) in 1831. Established on July 15, 1969, as an affiliated college with the vision of “Excellence and Service,” CHRIST quickly became a preferred educational institution in Bangalore. Accredited with a CGPA of 3.42 on a 4-point scale and an A+ grade by NAAC in 2022, it offers diverse Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes to over 30,000 students from across India and 60 countries. A hub of multiculturalism, CHRIST promotes creative excellence through sports, music, and literary activities. It has published over 300 books, six peer-reviewed journals, and continues its legacy of academic and cultural contributions
About the Department
The Department of Professional Studies offers some of the most unique and specialized programmes in the field of commerce and management. With strategic partnerships and integration with leading national and international professional bodies, the department constantly strives to nurture future professionals and leaders in the field of Commerce, Finance, and Management. With research opportunities, certification courses, and a range of cultural activities, the department is a vibrant and dynamic space for students to evolve into responsible, ethical, and holistic individuals. The Department of Professional Studies offers six undergraduate programmes and five post-graduate programmes strongly anchored by a robust curriculum and professional body integration. The department constantly endeavors on establishing a deep student-centric foundation of learning by including professional qualifications like Company Secretary from ICSI, Insurance qualification from III and Employability skill enhancement certifications like Advanced Excel, Tableau, Python and AIML. The Department of Professional Studies continues to uphold its unwavering commitment to making a meaningful impact on society. With a proud legacy of award-winning community engagement initiatives, we have consistently driven positive change across diverse communities. As pioneers of financial and insurance literacy, our efforts have set new benchmarks—most notably, through our inaugural social engagement project, which led to the creation of India’s first fully insured Gram Panchayat.
