GBDI Eleventh International Conference
March 22-25, 2009 Las Vegas, Nevada
Deadlines:
a) Proposal/Abstract Submission with Title Page: January 12, 2009
b) Registration: February 2, 2009 c) Submission to Proceedings: February 9, 2009
d) Submission to Refereed Journal: April 27, 2009
For a), c), and d) submit your Microsoft Word File to: review@gbdi-conference.org
Call For Papers
Proposals/Abstracts for paper presentations (with Title Page) are invited in, but not limited to, the topic areas listed. The proposals may be complete papers, or abstracts with at least 150 words. All papers and abstracts are subject to double blind peer-review process. The submission deadline of proposals / abstracts is given below. We invite early submissions so that our reviewers can study and deliberate thoroughly.
Accepted papers, based upon author's preference, may be published in the Conference Proceedings (available on CD format only) if guidelines are satisfied. The deadline for Proceedings Submission is given below. We will accept only online submissions. Any papers selected for presentation at the conference may be published in either a refereed GBDI Journal or Conference Proceedings.
The deadline for online submission of papers for review and publication in a GBDI Journal is given below.
Proposal/Abstract and Title Page Submission:
A double-spaced copy of your proposal or abstract (with at least 150 words) and a title page must be submitted via electronic mail in Word Perfect or Microsoft Word to: review@gbdi-conference.org
The title page of each submission must include the following:
(a) paper title, (b) author(s), (c) position(s), rank, (d) affiliation(s), (e) complete mailing address, (f) telephone and fax numbers, (g) e-mail address(es), (h) subject code (refer to the Call for Papers), (i) individual to whom correspondence should be sent, and (j) indicate preferred publication: Conference Proceedings or one of the GBDI refereed Journals .
The proposal/paper/abstract should include the title of paper but not your name.
You will be notified by electronic mail of the decision on your submission as soon as the review process has been completed. It may take about four to six weeks to complete the review process.
Submit your papers/abstracts and join us in Las Vegas to enjoy these Benefits:
- Get your accepted paper published in Conference Proceedings or a refereed GBDI Journal (JGBD or IJGBE) on a competitive basis
- Build new or renew relationships with unmatched peer-to-peer networking relationships
- Improve job performance through knowledge sharing
- Extend your understanding of the latest technologies and effective approaches with applications
- Meet the brightest minds to learn from one another providing opportunities for faculty development and enrichment
- Present your accepted paper, get innovative comments and attend conference sessions and activities
- Receive one conference proceedings and one printed journal issue and enjoy luncheon, reception and coffee breaks as you network with your peers from diverse academic disciplines and various campuses
- Relax in Las Vegas and rejuvenate. There is no place else in the world that offers the variety, quantity and quality of entertainment!
For participants in the conference, please include Paper # as a reference in all communications.
The Best Papers in various topic areas will be announced and formally recognized at the conference. The Best Papers may be published in the Journal of Global Business Development, if guidelines are fulfilled.Insurance
GBDI cannot accept any responsibility or liability for losses or damages of any type to conference delegates or their companions either during or as a direct or indirect result of the conference. All delegates and companions are advised to review their own insurance policies and obtain any additional coverages as desired.
Conference Web-Site
http://www.gbdi-conference.org is the web-site for the GBDI International Conference. Conference Registration Form, Final Program and Updates, if any, will be posted on the conference web-site. Please visit the web-site periodically for updates and other information.
Topic Area Code:
1. Accounting
2. Business Law and Ethics
3. Business Policy and Strategy
4. Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
5. Finance
6. Global Business
7. Innovative Education & Academic Administration
8. Internet, E-Commerce & Technology Management
9. Management and Organizational Behavior
10. Management Information Systems
11. Management of Quality and Competitiveness
12. Management Science and Quantitative Methods
13. Marketing Management
14. Production and Operations Management
15. Public Policy & Non-Profit Organizations
16. Service Management (including Healthcare and Hospitality Management)
17. Small Business
18. Economics
19. Research Methods
20. Allied Disciplines
Publishing in both a GBDI Journal and Proceedings : All papers accepted by referees may be published in BOTH a GBDI Journal AND Proceedings by paying additional fees (as noted on the Registration Form).
Paper Title and Authors: For each paper, the same Paper Title and Author names that were submitted and approved for conference presentation must be used when published in a refereed GBDI Journal and/or Conference Proceedings.
Length of paper or content of material: Approximately the same length of paper and contents of material should be included for any paper when published in BOTH a GBDI Journal AND Proceedings.
The Final manuscript, which is submitted for publication in Conference Proceedings and/or a GBDI Journal, shall fulfill all guidelines of manuscript preparation. The Final manuscript will be evaluated by Reviewers.
Registration Information:
Regular Registration Fee: US $340.00 per participant if you complete registration before the deadline. Add $50.00 late registration fee thereafter. All attendees are required to register and pay the appropriate registration fees in full. The registration fee is non-refundable and substitution may be accepted if written requests for substitutions are received at least two weeks before the start of conference. The Registration Fee covers one copy of Conference Proceedings (on CD-ROM), one hardcopy of a refereed GBDI Journal, Conference Program, specified food and beverages as given in the Program, the opportunity for paper presentation, learn up-to-date methods and applications from expert in the field, and professional networking. Such items as transportation, accommodations, and entertainment expenses are excluded.
Registration Fee for Students: $100.00 off per full time student (full time is defined as a minimum of 12 credits for undergraduates and 6 credits for graduates). At the time registration is submitted, students must provide proof of their student status by attaching a signed letter from department chair or dean.
The student registration fee is $240 if you complete your registration before the deadline. Add $50 late registration fee thereafter.
Fee for Additional Paper(s) by the Same Author(s): $170.00 per additional paper.
Guest(s) of Registrants are invited to participate in all conference activities by paying a fee of: $120.00 per person. Any guest(s) cannot be an author or paper presenter.
Extra Page Fees: Up to 14 pages in Proceedings or up to five pages in Journal are free with registration fee for the accepted manuscript. Extra page fee is $12.00 per page after the first 14 pages for Proceedings. Extra page fee is $30.00 per page for pages over the five page limit for Journal.
Fee for Additional Journal Issues: The registration fee includes one printed copy of the GBDI Journal in which your paper is published (either JGBD or IJGBE). The price of each journal issue is $65.00 per copy if additional copies are requested at the time of registration. The price of each issue will be $85.00 per copy thereafter subject to availability.
Team Registration Discount: $30.00 per participant to groups of three or more persons from the same or different organizations. To qualify, completed registration forms for each registrant MUST be submitted together. Team registration will not be accepted on conference site.
GBDI reserves the right to alter any policy without prior notice if circumstances beyond our control necessitate a change in any element of the program.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, please contact us at review@gbdi-conference.org.
For participants whose papers are already accepted for conference presentation, please include Paper # as a reference in all communications.
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Journal of Global Business Development (JGBD) ISSN: 1938-8195
International Journal of
Global Business and Economics (IJGBE) ISSN: 1934-6336
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Information about Fabulous Las Vegas:
There are numerous hotels in deluxe, midrange & budget categories.
Please refer to these websites for attractions, sightseeing tours, entertainment, shopping, gaming, nightlife, dining, etc.,:
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and several other sites when you search google.com under
'Las Vegas, accommodations', etc.,
Hope you find these sources useful.
We look forward to seeing you in Vegas.
Regards,
GBDI Planning Committee
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One Main Street, Downtown
Las Vegas , NV 89101, USA
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Mailing address of GBDI:
GBDI
353A S. Mountain Ave., Suite 131
Upland, CA 91786 USA
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for GBDI Tenth International Conference, October 2008
In order to qualify for the Best Paper Award, a paper must be complete and received on or before the deadline. Papers are reviewed by peers and the Best Paper Award is presented based on recommendations of the Reviewers. The selection of best papers by the Planning Committee is final and these papers contribute to the body of knowledge in the subject area.
The recipients of the Best Paper Award for the GBDI Tenth International Conference are:
Global Umbrella Brands:
Understanding Brand America and its Competitors
Van R. Wood, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
Dennis A. Pitta, University of Baltimore, Baltimore, MD, USA
Frank J. Franzak, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
Transnational Business Solutions:
Consulting Services for Winning Strategies in a Global Age
Martyn E. Kingston, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Economic Policy, Transaction Cost and Firm Size:
The Experience of Bangladesh Ready-made Garment Sector
Munir Mahmud, Dixie State College of Utah, Saint George, UT, USA
An Examination of Impact of Tax Incentive, Accelerated Depreciation, and Interest Rates on the Profit and Risk Aspects of Corporate Investments
Sang-Hoon Kim, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ, USA
Inflation-Growth Trade-Off: Evidence from Indian Economy
Jaydeep Mukherjee, Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, India
A Multisource Approach in Determining the Perceived Rated Importance of Stakeholder Influence on Programs, Policies, and Procedures at a Faith-based University
Dan Kipley, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, USA
Crisis in Academic Leadership: The Need for Professional Department Chairs
Michael Nastanski, Saint Leo University, FL, USA
Polina Kolossova, Saint Leo University, FL, USA
Decision Support System for Implementing Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing (Lean Six Sigma), and Design for Six-Sigma Programs for Manufacturing and Service Industries
Amar Sahay, University of Utah, UT, USA
Karun Mehta, QMS, LLP, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Determining Effective Motivators for ePromotion Adoption by Physicians
Elizabeth Stewart, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA
Steven Carickhoff, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA
Michael L. Capella, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA