Call for Research Papers and Participation
The 1st Conference of Business at
Gulf University for Science and Technology, Mishref, Kuwait
International Business Conference: Building The Future With Innovation, Technology and Sustainability
13th May –15th May 2025
Gulf Financial Center (GFC) and the college of Business (CBA) at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) will host the first in-person business conference on the period from the 13th of May to the 15th of May with the title “International Business Conference: Building The Future With Innovation, Technology and Sustainability". This conference aims to bring together leading academics, industry experts, doctoral students, and innovative thinkers to explore several areas of research within the business environment such as Artificial intelligence (AI) in the business environment, Innovation, and sustainability. Besides, it encourages emerging scholars and doctoral students to provide feedback on draft research papers or extended abstracts related to the "Fintech and Digital Accounting Review" (FDAR) first issue. We welcome submissions not that not only address the above business areas but also into its broader business, economic, social, and ethical implications. This conference presents an unparalleled opportunity to showcase research, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations that will drive the future of business in the age of AI, innovation, and sustainability. Join us in this intellectual journey to explore and shape the evolving landscape of AI, innovation, and sustainability in business. As part of the conference, Keynote speakers, FDAR editors, and senior scholars will lead sessions and provide insights on publishing strategies and techniques, as well as in-depth feedback on selected papers. Given the duration and the interest in encouraging detailed feedback, there will be a limited number of accepted submissions. In addition, the representative of Emerald in the Middle East will provide a session and introduce our new journal to the audience.
Keynote Speakers
- Professor Fadi Alkaraan - Lincoln University - UK
- Dr. Swati Sachan - University of Liverpool - UK
- Professor Kabir Hassan - University of New Orleans -USA
- Professor Tamer Darwish – Gloucestershire University – UK
- Mr. Sameer Elhefnawy – the vice president of business development- Emerald Middle east
Important Dates
- 15 March 2025 - Submission of extended abstracts or draft research papers for an initial review. Please use the Emerald style in your paper.
- 1 April 2025 - Notification of conference selection decision and initial feedback.
- 15 April 2025 - Registration deadline for the in-person attendance.
- 13th May – 15th May - Conference in Kuwait
Note: full papers accepted for the conference will go through the following stages:
- The best 10 papers will be published in the first issue of Fintech and Digital Accounting Review – Emerald, upon approval from the authors.
- The second 10 papers will be published in a book with the title "Building a Sustainable Future with AI & Fintech" published by Emerald and under Scopus.
- Other papers will have an opportunity, after the required modifications, to be submitted to the second issue of the "Fintech and Digital Accounting Review" journal.
Registration Fee (covers lunches, coffee breaks, dinner, and conference materials)
USD 100 for faculty
USD 50 for PhD students
Venue:
Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST)
Block 5, Building 1, Mubarak Al-Abdullah Area/West Mishref, Kuwait
Tel: +(965) 1886644
Accommodation options: 3 options for accommodation
- Holiday Inn Kuwait Salmiya - Gulf road, 140 Hamad Al-Mubarak Street, Salmiya, 22003 - Driving distance to GUST: 20 min
- Radisson Blu Hotel - Al Bidaa Al Tawoun Street, Salwa, 13122 - Driving distance to GUST: 20 min
- Mövenpick Hotel and Resort - Al Bidaa Al Tawoun Street, Salmiya, 13008 - Driving distance to GUST: 20 min
Call for papers
Conference Tracks
Track 1: Artificial Intelligence
- Future of AI: opportunities and risks.
- Business Al Transformations: Business processes and models using Al, adoption practices, and adoption challenges.
- Al in Cybersecurity: How Al transforms cybersecurity and the security and privacy challenges it brings.
- Al governance and ethics: Al Governance, Data Governance for AI, Al usage ethics, and Al social responsibility.
- Risk Management
- Corporate Finance
- International AI policy frameworks in financial markets
- Using Fintech to enhance accessibility and financial inclusion
- Ensuring data security and privacy in AI-driven financial applications
- Enhancing financial forecasts and trends with AI-driven data models
- The future of tax: How AI is changing tax compliance and planning
- International standards for AI and Fintech compliance in accounting & finance
- The role of auditors in monitoring AI-driven decision-making
- Regulatory compliance and AI governance frameworks in accounting & finance
- Challenges and solutions in implementing AI models for credit risk assessment and financial compliance
- Auditing and compliance of cryptocurrency transactions and the Cryptocurrency accounting & finance standards
- Enhancing transparency in financial communications through AI
- The impact of AI on financial transparency and accountability
- The role of AI in sustainable finance and transparency of ESG metrics
- Leveraging AI and Fintech for more accurate and real-time ESG reporting
- Reshaping accounting & finance careers and skill sets in the AI era
- The role of AI in reshaping traditional accounting & finance practices
Track 2: Innovation
- Business Innovation using Emerging Technologies: Al, Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, and Big Data Innovation in Business
- Driving Innovation in Digital Transformation: Technology management, Knowledge Systems, Sociotechnical Systems, and Organizational Change.
- Promoting Technology Innovation: Digital economy, human, infrastructure, and regulation roles on technology innovation.
- Driving innovation in the global business landscape
- Future trends and challenges in Business
- Globalization and cultural adaptation
- Behavioral and Experimental Economics
- Emerging trends in accounting & finance automation and intelligent finance systems
Track 3: Sustainability
- Sustainability and long-term value creation
- Building resilience through interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ethics and responsibility in Business
- Sustainability: Technological processes and solutions that generate sustainable behaviors
- Technology Sustainable Governance: Develop, enhance, evaluate, and incorporate technological governance that promotes sustainability.
- Environmental Economics
- Public Policy
- Integrating sustainability into financial statements and performance metrics
For author guidelines
Link for submission will be provided soon.
To submit your paper to the International Accounting Innovation Conference: Building a Sustainable Future with AI & Fintech, please check the conference website for the submission link once available. For registration details and other practical information, visit the website
If you wish to submit your paper now, you can email it to:
For further inquiries, feel free to reach out via email.
Program
Will Be Shared Soon.
Conference Organizing Committee
Dr. Khalil Nimer, Conference Chair Assistant Professor of Accounting and MIS College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
| Dr. Ahmed Hassanein, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | Dr. Mohammed Hossain, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait |
| Dr. Khalid M. Kisswani, Associate Professor of Finance College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | Dr. Jamal A. Al-Khasawneh, Associate Professor of Finance College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait |
| Dr. Nasreddine Saadouli, Assistant Professor at College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | Dr. Khaled Al-Mwazinini, Associate Professor of Finance & Economics College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait |
| Dr. Ahmed Hassanein, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | |
| Dr. Mohammed Hossain, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | |
| Dr. Khalid M. Kisswani, Associate Professor of Finance College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | |
| Dr. Jamal A. Al-Khasawneh, Associate Professor of Finance College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | |
| Dr. Nasreddine Saadouli, Assistant Professor at College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait | |
| Dr. Khaled Al-Mwazinini, Associate Professor of Finance & Economics College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait |
Dr. Wajih Abbassi, Assistant Professor of Finance College of Business Administration at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
Conference Scientific Committee
- Dr. Yasean Tahat, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Wassim Al-Shattarat, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Ahmed Hassanian, Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Osama Al Falah, Assistant Professor of Finance, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Mohammad AL Omari, Associate Professor of Finance, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Muder M AlMi'ani, Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Ahmad Al Ahmad, Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Prof. Tamer Darwish, Professor of Business, Gloucestershire University, UK
- Dr. Ahmed Elamer, Associate Professor of Accounting, Brunel University, UK
- Dr. Mohammad Idris, Associate Professor of Accounting, Applied Science University, Jordan
- Dr. Hany Elzahar, Assistant Professor of Accounting, The Arab Open University, Kuwait
- Prof. Fadi Al Karaan, Professor of Finance and Fintech, Lincoln University, UK
- Dr. Hany Elbrdan, Associate professor of accounting, Bournemouth University, UK
- Dr. Hala Zaidan, Assistant Professor of Accounting, University of Jordan
- Dr. Nader Elsayed, Associate Professor of Accounting, Qatar University
- Dr. GhasanMardini, Associate Professor of Accounting, Qatar University
- Prof. Alaa Zalata, Professor of Accounting, University of Southampton, UK
- Dr. Mohamed Elmaghrabi, Assistant Professor of Accounting, Al Ain University, UAE
- Dr. Ruba Subhi Hamed, Assistant Professor of Accounting, AlFaisal University, Saudi Arabia
- Dr. Nermeen Shehata, Associate Professor of Accounting, American University of Egypt, Egypt
- Dr. Mai Alm El-Din, Assistant Professor of Accounting, Canadian International College, Egypt
- Dr. Issam Benhayoun, Assistant Professor of Accounting, Moulay Ismail University, Morocco
- Prof. Omar Moufakkir, Professor of Marketing, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Prof. Ikrem Tatoglu, Professor of International business, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Raghid Alhaj, Assistant Professor of Management, Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait
- Dr. Ahmad Abdullah Shuaib – Kuwait University
- Dr. Ahmad Abdulsalam – Kuwait University
- Dr. Mohammed Idris – Applied Science University – Jordan
- Dr. Abdulhadi Ramadan – Princess Sumaya University for Technology – Jordan
