Summary - 2026 Asian Regional Conference

Conference Theme: Reimagining the Future of Business Education in the AI Era

Guangzhou City University of Technology (GCUT) warmly welcomes you to Guangzhou – a dynamic metropolitan where ancient culture meets bold innovation. Here, you will witness the remarkable progress of modern China, from its soaring skyline to its vibrant and forward-looking spirit. Located in the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, GCUT – the 1^st university in China to be accredited by the IACBE and one of China’s top private universities – invites you to explore its picturesque campus, where state-of-the-art facilities blend with lush-green landscapes. We look forward to offering you not only a rewarding academic exchange but also an unforgettable experience of China’s development and educational excellence. This two-day event is held in collaboration with the Academia-Industry Collaborative Education International Forum.

Conference aims:

A platform for researchers, educators, academic leaders, and practitioners to share and disseminate scholarly and applied work that advances excellence in business education.
A deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of business education in an age of AI, with particular attention to academic quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Dialogue on the opportunities, challenges, and future directions of outcomes-based business education
Collaboration, professional exchange, and networking among IACBE members and the wider business education community.
Engaging guest speakers from academia and industry.

Conference Hours:

October 28: 5pm | Welcome Dinner at the Steigenberger Blossom House Hotel Guangzhou
October 29: 8:30am - 5pm | Conference Programming
October 30: 8:30am - 5pm | Conference Programming followed by a tour of Guangzhou

Virtual attendance will include activities on morning of October 29th, free of charge.

We welcome all members to connect, learn, and collaborate with peers across the region. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to explore how AI is reshaping business education!