
Conference Business Trends 2026
10th Anniversary Conference
1st Fully International Edition
TITLE: Innovation, Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence: Shaping the Future of Business and Society
December 10, 2026
Kruševac, Serbia
Hybrid Conference
Business College of Applied Studies "Prof. PhD Radomir Bojković" – Kruševac, in cooperation with national and international academic partners, proudly announces BUSINESS TRENDS 2026, the jubilee tenth edition of its traditional conference and the first edition organized as a fully international scientific and professional conference.
Since 2017, BUSINESS TRENDS conference has evolved into a recognized platform for the exchange of scientific knowledge, professional expertise, and innovative ideas among academics, researchers, students, business professionals, and policymakers. Building on this successful tradition, the 2026 conference marks a significant step forward by bringing together participants from different countries, institutions, and professional backgrounds to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of business and society.
The conference will focus on the transformative role of innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence in contemporary organizations and economies. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research, share practical experiences, establish international partnerships, and contribute to interdisciplinary dialogue on the most relevant issues affecting today's business environment.
Conference Objectives
- To explore emerging trends and future developments in business, economics, management, and society.
- To examine the impact of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on organizations and decision-making processes.
- To encourage international scientific and professional cooperation.
- To promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
- To facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices among researchers, educators, business leaders, and public sector representatives.
- To strengthen collaboration between academia and industry.
Conference Topics
Economics & Finance
Management & Entrepreneurship
Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation
Tourism & Hospitality
Business Informatics
Law & Public Administration
Education & Lifelong Learning
Ecology & Sustainable Development
Official Language
The official language of the conference is English.
Call for Papers
Researchers, academics, professionals, doctoral candidates, and students are invited to submit original scientific and professional papers.
A paper may include up to three authors. Each author may be listed on up to two papers.
Abstract Submission
Abstracts should contain 150–200 words and clearly present:
- Research problem
- Objectives
- Methodology
- Key findings
- Scientific or practical contribution
Full Paper Submission
All submitted papers will undergo a blind peer-review process conducted by experts in the relevant field.
Authors must ensure that:
- The paper is original and unpublished.
- The paper is not under consideration elsewhere.
- Academic integrity standards are fully respected.
- Any use of AI-assisted tools is appropriately acknowledged.
Publication Opportunities
Accepted papers will be published in the:
- Conference Proceedings (with ISBN)
- Book of Abstracts (with ISBN)
Documents
Important
dates
Abstract Submission Deadline
September 15, 2026
Full Paper Submission Deadline
October 20, 2026
Presentation Submission (PPT)
December 1, 2026
Conference Date
December 10, 2026
Registration Fee
Participation in the BUSINESS TRENDS 2026 conference is free of charge, with no attendance or registration fees.
Organizers
Previous Conferences
Since its establishment in 2017, the BUSINESS TRENDS Conference has continuously brought together researchers and professionals from numerous countries, contributing to the development of international academic cooperation and the dissemination of scientific knowledge.
Contact
Maja Staletović, PhD, Conference Secretary







