XVII
International Scientific Conference
of the College of Management and Quality Sciences
of the Krakow University of Economics
Knowledge – Economy – Society
The conference – place and dates
The XVII International Scientific Conference of the College of Management and Quality Sciences at the Kraków University of Economics, CMQ 2025 “Knowledge – Economy – Society,” will take place from 9 to 11 June, 2025. This conference has been incorporated into the calendar of celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of the Kraków University of Economics (KUE) and will be held under the esteemed honorary patronage of His Magnificence, Rector Prof. Bernard Ziębicki.
The initial two days of the conference will be conducted in a traditional format in Kraków, while the third day will be an online event. The purpose of the in-person sessions at KUE will be to facilitate discussions and networking, whereas the online panels will involve the engagement of business practitioners.
Conference Theme
The prestigious Anniversary of the University inspires a retrospective examination of the discipline of Management and Quality Sciences. The overarching theme of the conference is: “Theory and Practice of Management and Quality – Evolution and Dynamics of Change.”
We aim to encourage conference participants to reflect on and exchange views regarding key changes in the theory and methodology of Management and Quality Sciences. Our debate will focus on the transformations in organizational management at strategic, functional, and operational levels. We intend to discuss the context and conditions of changes in management theory and practice, consider the role of relationships, values, and social aspects in contemporary management, and contemplate the paradoxes of management.
Conference Format
The XVII International Scientific Conference of the College of Management and Quality Sciences at the Kraków University of Economics, CMQ 2025 “Knowledge – Economy – Society,” will serve as a platform for meetings between distinguished academic and business representatives, as well as young scholars. This event will seek to promote the exchange of experiences and perspectives, and to establish professional relationships. It will feature plenary sessions with eminent scientists from Poland and abroad, esteemed managers, and young researchers. Additionally, there will be thematic sessions, workshops for young scientists, expert as well as student panels.
The following sessions are anticipated to be highly engaging:
– Mentors discussing the evolution of contemporary organization management,
– Business experts elaborating on building competitive advantage in dynamic environments,
– Emerging researchers exploring the postmodern world,
– Masters debating on the evolution of management and quality sciences.
Publication Opportunities
Articles and monograph chapters derived from conference presentations, prepared in accordance with editorial requirements and receiving positive reviews, will be published in journals listed on the MNiSW index (100 points, 70 points, 40 points, 20 points for a monograph chapter). The Scientific Committee of the CMQ 2025 conference will undertake a selection process to evaluate the publication potential of submitted papers in partner journals
Timetable, Fees, Contact Information
Detailed information regarding the conference, including the program and submission deadlines, will be disseminated in January.
The conference fee, including publication, is 1390 PLN per participant if funded by public sources and 1709.70 PLN for other participants. The conference fee without publication is 990 PLN and 1217.70 PLN, respectively.
The fee covers: participation in the sessions, conference materials, coffee breaks, a fruit and vegetable break, lunches, a formal dinner, and a farewell reception. Intellectual enrichment and aesthetic experiences are not included in the fee and are considered added value
For any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at cmq@uek.krakow.pl