International Conference on Business Analytics in Practice 2027 (ICBAP2027)
Intelligent Analytics and Emerging Economies
Call for Papers:
We are delighted to announce the International Conference on Business Analytics in Practice 2027 (ICBAP2027), jointly organised by the Faculty of Accounting and Business (FAB) at Thuyloi University (TLU), Vietnam, and the Centre for Business Analytics in Practice (CBAP), Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, UK. The conference will take place on 23–26 August 2027 in Hanoi, Vietnam, under the theme “Intelligent Analytics and Emerging Economies.”
Building on the success of previous ICBAP conferences, ICBAP2027 will bring together leading academics, researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to exchange innovative research and practical insights in artificial intelligence, machine learning, business analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
The conference will explore how intelligent analytics can enhance productivity, competitiveness, innovation, and sustainable development, with particular emphasis on the opportunities and challenges facing emerging economies. We warmly invite participants from around the world to join us for four days of academic exchange, collaboration, and networking.
Through ICBAP2027, CBAP and TLU aim to strengthen international research collaboration and promote the application of intelligent analytics to economic transformation and sustainable development.
More information about the scientific and social program of the conference as well as paper submission can be found at ICBAP 2027
We look forward to seeing you at the ICBAP2027 Conference in Hanoi, Vitenam.
Prof. Ali Emrouznejad
Professor and Chair in Business Analytics
Director, Centre for Business Analytics in Practice
Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, UK
Prof. Nguyen Trung Viet
President
Thuyloi University
Hanoi, Vietnam
Dr. Le Quang Tuan
Deputy Head, Department of Science,
Technology and International Cooperation
Thuyloi University, Hanoi, Vietnam
Assoc. Prof. Le Thanh Phuong
Vice Dean, Faculty of Accounting and Business
Thuyloi University
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam: A Dynamic Emerging Economy
Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic emerging economies, characterised by rapid industrialisation, technological advancement, and growing international integration. Its expanding digital economy, manufacturing sector, and financial services offer exciting opportunities for applying artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to business and economic challenges.
With its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and renowned hospitality, Hanoi, the millennia-old capital of Vietnam provides an inspiring setting for international academic collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Organising Institutions:
Thuyloi University (TLU)
Faculty of Accounting and Business
Centre for Business Analytics in Practice
Surrey Business School, University of Surrey
Faculty of Accounting and Business, Thuyloi University
Established in October 2024 through the restructuring of TLU’s former Faculty of Economics and Management, FAB builds on the University’s long tradition in economics and business education.
Its four departments – Accounting, Auditing, Finance and Business Administration – offer 10 degree programmes at bachelor, master and doctoral levels, including an Accounting programme integrated with the ACCA professional qualification.
Faculty members have published in leading international journals such as Corporate Governance: An International Review, Australian Journal of Management, Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, Health Economics, Regional Science, Applied Economics, and Urban Economics, often in collaboration with researchers in Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.
Centre for Business Analytics in Practice (CBAP), University of Surrey, UK
The Centre for Business Analytics in Practice (CBAP) at Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, UK, advances research and practical applications of analytics to improve organisational decision-making and performance.
Its research encompasses artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, operations research, efficiency and productivity, supply chain analytics, financial analytics, healthcare, and sustainability.
By combining advanced analytical methodologies with real-world applications, CBAP contributes to innovative solutions for complex business and societal challenges.
Key Dates:
| Important Milestone | Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Abstract Submission Opens | 1 November 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Closes | 28 February 2027 |
| Notification of Acceptance | 15 March 2027 |
| Early Registration Ends | 31 March 2027 |
| Full Paper Submission Deadline for Inclusion in Conference Proceedings | 30 June 2027 |
| Paper Submission Deadline for Conference Special Issues | Please refer to the submission guidelines for each participating journal. |
Special sessions:
| opic of the session | Organizer and session chair | Submission to this session |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Prof aaa | Topic |
Publications:
Conference Proceedings
Intelligent Analytics and Emerging Economies
The proceedings of the International Conference on Business Analytics in Practice 2027 (ICBAP2027) are planned for publication by Springer as part of the Lecture Notes in Operations Research series.
The series is indexed in Research Papers in Economics (RePEc) and zbMATH, and has been accepted for indexing in Scopus.
Manuscript Preparation
Authors wishing to have their papers considered for inclusion in the conference proceedings should prepare their manuscripts using the official Springer templates provided below.
Submission Requirements
- Maximum paper length: 15 pages, including figures, tables, appendices, and references.
- References: Maximum 15 references, except for literature review or survey papers, for which additional references are permitted.
- Manuscripts should follow the official Springer formatting guidelines.
Submit Your Paper
Please email your completed manuscript to the address below before the deadline.
Email: Book.Chapter@outlook.com
Special Issues in Journals
Details of the special issues, including submission guidelines and deadlines, will be announced soon.
JBA
Details to Be Announced Soon
IMAMAN
Details to Be Announced Soon
SEPS
Details to Be Announced Soon
ANOR
Details to Be Announced SoonPlenary / Keynote Speakers:
| Speaker | Presentation Title & Abstract |
|---|---|
Professor Ali Emrouznejad
University of Surrey |
Presentation TitleTitle and abstract will be announced soon. |
Committees:
Conference Organisers
Professor Ali Emrouznejad
Professor and Chair in Business Analytics; Director, Centre for Business Analytics in Practice, Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, UK.
Professor Nguyen Trung Viet
President, Thuyloi University, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Dr. Le Quang Tuan
Deputy Head, Department of Science, Technology and International Cooperation, Thuyloi University, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Associate Professor Le Thanh Phuong
Vice Dean, Faculty of Accounting and Business, Thuyloi University, Hanoi, Vietnam.
International Advisory Board
Other members will be addedProfessor James J. Cochran, Professor of Applied Statistics and the Mike and Kathy Mouron Chair, Culverhouse College of Business, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
Professor Kostas Nikolopoulos, Professor in Business Information Systems & Analytics, Associate Dean Internationalisation, Durham University Business School, Durham University , UK
Professor Gerhard-Wilhelm Weber, Poznan University of Technology, Poznan, Poland.
Professor Constantin Zopounidis, School of Production Engineering and Management of the Technical University of Crete, Greece.
Confirmed Invited Speakers and Panellists
Speakers to Be AnnouncedScientific Committee
| Committee Members (This list will be updated soon!) |
Committee Members (This list will be updated soon!) |
|---|---|
| A. Kamran, Mehdi (Oman) | Ahn, Heinz (Germany) |
| Alexandropoulou, Alexandra (Greece) | Amirteimoori, Alireza (Turkey) |
| Anastasakis, Leonidas (UK) | Arabmaldar, Aliasghar (United Kingdom) |
| Bersimis, Sotiris (Greece) | Cvetkoska, Violeta (North Macedonia) |
| Emrouznejad, Ali (UK) | Essien, Aniekan (United Kingdom) |
| Fakhimi, Masoud (United Kingdom) | Fu, Colin (UK) |
| Garn, Wolfgang (United Kingdom) | Georgakellos , Dimitrios (Greece) |
| GEORGAROUDAKI , EIRINI (Greece) | Georgiou , Andreas (GREECE) |
| GÖLCÜKCÜ, AYHAN (Türkiye (Turkey)) | González-Ramírez, Rosa G. (Chile) |
| Hatami-Marbini, Adel (UK) | Jain, Sarika (India) |
| Karamitsos, Ioannis (United Arab Emirates) | Katsanakis, Ioannis (Greece) |
| Koronakos, Gregory (Greece) | Kremantzis, Marios (United Kingdom) |
| Kweh, Qian Long (United Arab Emirates) | Kyrgiakos, Leonidas Sotirios (Greece) |
| Liu, Jie (UK) | Mahmoudi, Reza (Canada) |
| Mansouri Kaleibar, Mozhgan (Slovenia) | Michali, Maria (United Kingdom) |
| Ngo, Thanh (New Zealand) | Omrani, Hashem (Canada) |
| Papaioannou, Grammatoula (UK) | Parthasarathy, Srinivasan (United Kingdom) |
| Pasiouras, Fotios (France) | Peykani, Pejman (Iran) |
| Podinovski, Victor (UK) | Rahimi, Iman (Australia) |
| Ramanathan, Ramakrishnan (United Arab Emirates) | Ravanos, Panagiotis (Italy) |
| Rezaei, Ebrahim (The Czech Republic) | Ruiz, José L. (Spain) |
| See, Kok Fong (Malaysia) | Shabnam, Shabnam (India) |
| Sonkariya, Anjali (India) | Tavalaei, Mahdi (UK) |
| Toloo, Mehdi (UK) | Valiyattoor, Vipin (India) |
| Xiong, Yu (United Kingdom) |
Conference Topics:
- Predictive Analytics for Business Decision Making
- Prescriptive Analytics and Optimization Techniques
- Data Mining and Pattern Recognition in Business
- Machine Learning Applications in Operations Research
- Big Data Analytics for Business Insights
- Supply Chain Analytics and Optimization
- Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management
- Customer Segmentation and Personalization
- Marketing Analytics and Campaign Optimization
- Social Media Analytics for Business Insights
- Fraud Detection and Risk Management
- Financial Analytics and Portfolio Management
- Healthcare Analytics and Patient Outcome Prediction
- Energy Consumption Analysis and Optimization
- Text and Sentiment Analysis for Customer Feedback
- Retail Analytics and Price Optimization
- Manufacturing Process Optimization
- Transportation and Logistics Optimization
- Network Analysis for Supply Chain Efficiency
- Business Analytics in Asia – Pacific Region
- Decision Support Systems for Executives
- Business Intelligence and Visualization
- Revenue Management and Pricing Strategies
- Human Resources Analytics and Talent Management
- Sentiment Analysis in Market Research
- Customer Churn Prediction and Retention Strategies
- Real-time Analytics for Business Operations
- Simulation and Modelling in Operations Research
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation in Business
- Environmental Sustainability Analytics
- IoT Data Analytics for Business Applications
- Data Visualization for Business Insights
- Quality Control and Six Sigma Analysis
- Project Management Analytics
- Data Ethics and Privacy in Business Analytics
- Healthcare Operations Optimization
- Decision Theory and Bayesian Analysis
- Revenue Forecasting and Budgeting
- Machine Learning Interpretability in Business
- Process Improvement through Lean Analytics
Registration opens in January 2027:
| Registration Category | Early Registration Until 31 May 2027 | Regular Registration From 1 April 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | €350 | €450 |
| Students | €250 | €300 |
| Accompanying Persons | €150 | €150 |
About Hanoi:
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a vibrant city where centuries of history and cultural heritage meet modern economic development and technological innovation. Located in northern Vietnam, Hanoi is renowned for its historic Old Quarter, picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, traditional architecture, and world-famous Vietnamese cuisine. As one of the country’s major centres for education, research, business, and innovation, Hanoi provides an ideal setting for ICBAP2027. Visitors can explore iconic attractions such as the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, while experiencing the city’s unique blend of tradition and modernity. With its welcoming atmosphere, rich cultural experiences, and growing international connectivity, Hanoi promises an inspiring and memorable experience for conference participants.
Coming to Hanoi
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is easily accessible from major international destinations through Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), located approximately 25–30 km north of the city centre. The airport offers international connections to major cities across Asia and beyond, with additional destinations accessible through connecting flights. Travellers can reach central Hanoi from the airport by taxi, airport shuttle, public bus, or private transfer, with journeys typically taking 30–60 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors are advised to check Vietnam’s visa requirements before travelling, as eligibility for visa exemptions and electronic visas (e-visas) varies by nationality. Hanoi also has domestic air, rail, and road connections to other major destinations throughout Vietnam, making it a convenient gateway for exploring the country.
Staying at Hanoi
Hanoi offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit different preferences and budgets, from international luxury hotels and boutique properties to affordable guesthouses and serviced apartments. Popular areas to stay include the Old Quarter, known for its lively atmosphere, historic streets, restaurants, and cultural attractions; the Hoan Kiem District, offering convenient access to the city centre and Hoan Kiem Lake; and Ba Dinh District, a quieter area close to important landmarks and government institutions. Visitors seeking modern hotels and business facilities may also consider the Tay Ho (West Lake) area, known for its lakeside setting, international restaurants, and relaxed atmosphere. Most hotels provide amenities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and airport transfer services. Visitors are encouraged to book accommodation in advance, particularly during busy travel periods, and to consider proximity to their planned activities when choosing where to stay.
Weather in Hanoi in August
August in Hanoi is characterised by a tropical summer climate, with warm temperatures, high humidity, and frequent rainfall. Daytime temperatures typically range from 30°C to 34°C, while evenings remain warm at around 25°C to 27°C. As August falls within Vietnam’s rainy season, visitors can expect occasional heavy showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon or evening. Despite the rainfall, there are often periods of sunshine, providing opportunities to explore Hanoi’s historic landmarks, cultural attractions, and vibrant streets. Visitors are advised to bring lightweight, breathable clothing, an umbrella or raincoat, and comfortable footwear. Most hotels, restaurants, and public facilities are air-conditioned, offering a welcome escape from the summer heat and humidity.
Note: picture of Ha Long Bay (Quang Ninh city)
Tours and Sightseeing in Hanoi and Vietnam
Hanoi and its surrounding regions offer a wide variety of exciting tours and sightseeing opportunities, allowing visitors to discover Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant local traditions. Within Hanoi, popular guided tours include exploring the historic Old Quarter, visiting Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, as well as enjoying traditional water puppet performances and authentic Vietnamese street food experiences. Beyond the capital, visitors can take day trips to Ninh Binh, famous for its spectacular limestone mountains, scenic rivers, and ancient temples, or explore the UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, renowned for its emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands, through cruises and guided excursions. For those wishing to travel further, destinations such as Sapa, with its terraced rice fields and mountain landscapes, offer memorable cultural and nature-based experiences. A wide range of organised tours, private excursions, and customised travel packages is available to suit different interests, schedules, and budgets.
Note: picture of Trang An boat tour (Ninh Binh province)