General:

What is the theme of the International Case Study Conference, 2012 (ICSC 2012) organized by IBS?

The main theme of the 2012 conference is Social Media and Business. It is expected that the cases would explore the possible impact of social media on various aspects of business, for example, advertising, public relations, etc.

The other categories in ICSC 2012 are:

• Business Environment and Economics
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• General Management & Strategy
• Finance and Accounting
• IT, Systems and Operations Management
• Marketing
• Human Resource and Organizational Behavior

What kind of Case Studies is the Conference looking for?

We are looking mainly for teaching cases based either on field research or secondary research. The case studies should trigger a debate in the classroom, offering scope for connecting theoretical concepts to case facts for discussion over the issues or dilemmas raised in the case. The purpose of a case study, unlike a research article, is not to prove or disprove anything. The purpose is to sensitize the students to managerial dilemmas and/or business situations and enable them to debate solutions for the same.

What format do the sessions take?

The conference convenes roundtable discussions and presentations. The typical session is a case presentation, consisting of four to six case presenters, one chair and one discussant. A session will be limited to case studies in a single category.

Submissions:

Where do I submit an abstract?

You may submit the abstracts at abstr_icsc2012@ibsindia.org, along with intent to participate form latest by July 31, 2012.

What length should my abstract and case be?

Please limit abstracts to 250 words and full case studies to 5000 words. And also limit exhibits, tables, financials, annexure or any related material to 10 pages.

Should I send a copy of my case study with the abstract?

No. The Conference Committee receives a huge number of submissions and therefore requests that applicants initially send abstracts ONLY, not full papers. Authors whose abstract(s) are chosen would receive intimation for case study submission.

Abstract should be e-mailed to abstr_icsc2012@ibsindia.org and case to cases_icsc2012@ibsindia.org

May I submit more than one case study?

Yes. You may submit more than one case study. However, the Conference Committee does not encourage attendees from endeavoring to present more than three case studies each.

The case study I have is not on a topic related to Social Media. Can I still present it?

Yes! You can send case in any of the following topics:

• Business Environment and Economics
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• General Management & Strategy
• Finance and Accounting
• IT, Systems and Operations Management
• Marketing
• Human Resource and Organizational Behavior

If I have a case study on topic other than the ones stated, can I still present the case?

Yes! You can send the case as long as it is on a topic related to management.

What type of case studies can I send?

You can send case studies based on primary as well as secondary research that are based on real life situations (please note that fictitious cases will not be accepted). For further details please refer to submission guidelines at http://icmrindia.org/case%20conference/icsc-2012/submission_guidelines.html

When will I know if my case study has been accepted?

If your proposal has been accepted for inclusion in the 2012 conference, you will be notified before June 30, 2012.

Registration and Membership:

Where do I register for the ICSC 2012?

Registration for ICSC 2012 is open. For more details please visit http://icmrindia.org/case conference/icsc-2012/http://www.ibsindia.org/conference/ICSC-2012/online_registration.html

I will not be presenting any case study at the Conference. May I attend the event without registering?

We welcome participants who are not presenting case studies, but registration is mandatory. You can register at the above link in advance at the early bird registration rate. It may be a good idea to participate in one of the workshops.

If I register for the conference can I attend the Pre-Conference Workshop and the Concurrent Workshop?

Separate registrations are necessary to attend each of the events viz. Conference, Workshop on case writing and Workshop on case study methodology.

Reaching Hyderabad and the Conference Venue:

Do I need to book my hotel room and make my own travel arrangements?

The program is non-residential. All conference and workshop registrants have to make their own arrangements for travel and stay. For further detail see the accommodation tab on the conference site http://icmrindia.org/case conference/icsc-2012/accomodation.html

Limited accommodation at the IBS campus will be provided on a first-come-first-serve basis.

At the Conference:

May I display my recently published book at the Conference’s book exhibit?

There will be arrangements for books authored by the participants. If you have authored any books please bring them along.

Does ICSC accept advertising in its conference? If so, what are the rates?

Yes, the ICSC does accept advertising in its conference. For advertising rates and order forms please write to sponsor_icsc2012@ibsindia.org