The University College of Bahrain is delighted to present the 2nd UCB International Conference “ Sustainable Business Futures: Innovating for a Greener Tomorrow” (UCB’2025) a prestigious event that serves as a platform for academics, industry representatives, technology experts, and decision makers from both the private and public sectors. This conference aims to stimulate engaging discussions, foster collaboration, and deepen the understanding of critical issues surrounding innovation and technology in Bahrain, the region, and the world at large. Scheduled to take place on April 23-24, 2025, Day 1 Online, Day 2 In-Person at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Bahrain, UCB’2025 is poised to be a significant gathering of influential minds, driving the advancement of business and technology in the global landscape.

Recognizing the importance of collaboration between academia, industry, and the government sector, UCB’2025 brings together diverse stakeholders to explore the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in the realm of innovative technology. By creating a space for open dialogue and knowledge exchange, the conference aims to facilitate a deeper understanding of the impact of innovation and technology on various sectors, ranging from business and entrepreneurship to governance and policymaking.

UCB’2025 offers a unique opportunity for academics to present their cutting-edge research findings, enabling industry professionals to gain valuable insights and apply them to real-world scenarios. Moreover, representatives from technology companies, government bodies, and decision-making entities will have the chance to engage with the academic community, fostering mutually beneficial collaborations that drive innovation and technological progress.

With a focus on Bahrain, the region, and the broader global context, UCB’2025 seeks to address the specific challenges and opportunities faced by these diverse contexts. By bringing together experts and thought leaders from different backgrounds and sectors, the conference aims to facilitate a holistic understanding of the complex interplay between innovation, technology, and societal progress.

The conference program encompasses a wide range of topics, including business innovation and strategy, digital transformation, e-commerce, sustainable practices, education, financial services, social media, startups and entrepreneurship, and the intersection of business and society. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, paper presentations, and interactive workshops, participants will explore these themes in depth, gaining insights from experts in their respective fields.

UCB’2025 also recognizes the importance of networking and collaboration beyond the confines of formal sessions. Participants will have ample opportunities to connect with peers, industry leaders, and decision makers, fostering meaningful relationships and opening doors to future partnerships and collaborations. These connections will serve as catalysts for driving innovation, technology adoption, and economic growth in Bahrain and beyond.

The University College of Bahrain, in collaboration with esteemed partners, is proud to host this influential event, recognizing the pivotal role that innovation and technology play in shaping the future of business and society. The stunning venue of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Bahrain provides an inspiring backdrop for this gathering of influential academics, industry representatives, technology experts, and decision makers.

We extend a warm invitation to academics, industry professionals, representatives from the technology sector, and decision makers in companies and the government sector to join us at UCB’2025. Together, let us engage in thought-provoking discussions, deepen our understanding of innovation and technology, and forge partnerships that will drive positive change in Bahrain, the region, and the world.

1. Green Accounting Practices for Sustainable Business Growth
2. Technology-driven solutions for sustainable development
3. Innovations in renewable energy and clean technologies
4. Entrepreneurial opportunities in the circular economy
5. Innovative Financing Models for Eco-Friendly Initiatives
6. Marketing Strategies for Sustainable Products and Services
7. Circular Economy and Sustainable Supply Chain Management
8. Ethical Leadership in Promoting Environmental Responsibility
9. Technological Innovations Driving Green Business Practices
10. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Impact
11. Consumer Behavior towards Sustainable Brands
12. Policy Implications for Building a Greener Business Environment
13. Social entrepreneurship for sustainable social impact
14. Design thinking, Education and sustainable innovation
15. Sustainable cities and smart urban planning
16. Blockchain and decentralized technologies for sustainability
17. Artificial intelligence and machine learning for sustainable practices
18. Sustainable agriculture and food systems
19. Sustainable fashion and textiles
20. Eco-tourism and sustainable travel
21. Sustainable supply chain management and logistics
22. Green finance and investment for sustainability
23. Sustainable education and lifelong learning for sustainable development.

Papers accepted for the UCB’2025 after the double-blind peer-review process will be published in the UCB’2025 conference Proceedings/Book, which is published by Springer and indexed by SCOPUS, Google Scholar, and Springerlink.
Additionally, selected papers that have been presented at the conference will also be considered for further development of a possible publication in the highly esteemed partner journals listed below. Note that journal editors are provided with the conference proceedings and will make selections if they feel the work is appropriate and of sufficient quality for the journal. If invited to publish in a journal authors will be expected to develop the work by 40-50%, including a change of title and abstract. Individual journal procedures will need to be followed and there is no guarantee of publication. Of course, this will include one or more of the following journals:

1. Competitiveness Review, Special Issue– Emerald Publishing, (Scopus, ABDC, Q1).
2. Journal of Strategic Marketing, Spacial Issue, Taylor & Francis, (Scopus, Q1).
3. Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting, Special Issue– Emerald Publishing, (Scopus, Q2).‎
4. FIIB Business Review, Regular Issue, SAGE Publications (ABS, Scopus, Q3).
5. Discover Sustainability Journal, Special Issue– Springer (Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), SCOPUS, and DOAJ).
6. Journal of Business and Socio-economic Development (JBSED), Special Issue– Emerald
7. The International Journal of Business Ethics and Governance (IJBEG), Special Issue-EMBAT.

Supporting Scientific Research Policy

The UCB’2025 may follow many policies to support the scientific research movement and attracts high-quality researches. Such policies may be as follows:

PhD Students Grant 

In line with its commitment to supporting young researchers and PhD students, and as part of its social responsibility, University College of Bahrain (UCB) has allocated three fully funded seats for PhD students from universities worldwide to attend and present their research at the UCB’2025 Conference.

Grant Benefits:

The selected PhD students will receive:

1. Full coverage of travel expenses (airfare).
2. Accommodation and local transportation in Bahrain.
3. Waiver of publication fees for their accepted papers.

Selection Criteria:

The grant is awarded on a competitive basis, with the scientific committee selecting the top three research papers based on the following criteria:

• Relevance and significance of the research topic.
• Reviewer evaluations of the submitted paper.
• The student’s research activity and contributions.

UCB’2025 invites PhD students from around the world to seize this unique opportunity, present their research, and benefit from publication opportunities, interactions with distinguished keynote speakers, and valuable networking experiences throughout the conference.

Best Paper Award

To encourage high-quality scientific research, the conference may give awards for the best paper and presentation at the whole conference. The author may be awarded and his paper may be displayed on the journal webpage for a conference.

Encouraging Scientific Research for Youths and PhD students

The UCB’2025 may have an important role in supporting scientific research for young researchers and Ph.D. students through many policies to be discussed in the statute of the conference such as dedicating one issue for outstanding Ph.D. papers in Arab and international universities.

Publication Conditions

1. The UCB’2025 gives priority to applied empirical studies which aim to overcome business and technology problems and obstacles faced by institutions and propose solutions for these problems.
2. The UCB’2025 welcomes articles via its submission management system. Typed in (two spaces) including margins, references, tables, excerpts and appendixes. With wide margins (2.5cm and more) at the top, bottom and sides of the pages.
3. The author shall provide an abstract for his article not more than (250 words) in addition to key words.
4. The first page of the article shall include title of the article, name(s) of researcher(s), work place, address, contact number. To ensure confidentiality, names of researcher(s) or any sign that may lead to it, must not be mentioned in the body of the article. Any thanks phrases to the reviewers or others may be mentioned by the researcher(s) if wished.
5. The articles must be written in an intact language using academic unbiased style of writing. Articles shall not exceed (10) pages including references, appendixes, tables, figures and margins.

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