1st International Conference on Innovative Teaching through Simulations in Business Education (ICITSBE 2026)
About conference
The First International Conference on Innovative Teaching through Simulations in Business Education (ICITSBE 2026) is organized by Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Mahindra University. As business management education increasingly shifts from theory-centric approaches to application-oriented learning, simulations have emerged as powerful tools to bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world decision-making.
ICITSBE 2026 aims to provide a vibrant platform for scholars, educators, researchers, industry experts, and practitioners to share insights, experiences, and best practices related to the design, adoption, and impact of simulations in business education. The conference encourages interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration to explore how simulations can enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, strategic decision-making, teamwork, and leadership skills among learners.
Through simulation experts’ presentations, pedagogical demonstrations, and interactive discussions, the conference seeks to foster innovation in curriculum design, assessment strategies, faculty development, and institutional transformation, ensuring that business education remains relevant, engaging, and aligned with industry needs.
Conference details
Conference objectives
- To explore innovative teaching–learning practices using business simulations
- To promote experiential and outcome-based learning in management education
- To examine the impact of simulation-driven pedagogy on student learning and decision-making skills
- To encourage collaboration between academia and industry for curriculum innovation
- To facilitate faculty development and institutional adoption of simulation-based learning
“Chocolate simulation” workshop
As part of the conference programme, participants will have the opportunity to engage in a hands-on workshop titled “Chocolate Simulation” on 24 March 2026, conducted by Prof. Ernest Cadotte, Emeritus Professor of Innovative Learning at the University of Tennessee, USA, and the author of the Marketplace Simulation.
“Chocolate Simulation” is a beginner-friendly, mobile-enabled simulation designed to facilitate fast and accessible learning in large or introductory classes or shorter courses. The workshop will offer fresh insights and a deeper understanding of how simulation-based learning can enhance student engagement while simplifying the teaching process.
Call for presentation
Researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners are invited to submit abstracts of a minimum of 200 words aligned with the following conference tracks:
Conference Tracks
Track 1: Teaching–Learning Convergence through Simulation
Explores how simulation-based pedagogy bridges the gap between teaching intent and student learning by aligning teaching strategies with learner engagement.
Track 2: Pedagogical innovation and curriculum design for simulation-based education
Focuses on innovative pedagogical approaches and curriculum design that integrate simulations into business management education.
Track 3: Student learning outcomes and Impact through simulation based learning
Examines the effectiveness of simulation-based learning in enhancing student learning outcomes and assessing long-term academic and professional impact.
Track 4: Multidisciplinary teaching opportunities through simulations
Highlights the use of simulations to integrate multiple business disciplines and encourages faculy members on cross-functional learning and real-world problem-solving through multidisciplinary simulation environments.
Track 5: Achieving Skill Competency through Simulation
Emphasizes the role of simulations in developing managerial and professional competencies, including decision-making, leadership, teamwork, communication, and analytical skills.
Track 6: Faculty development and institutional adoption of simulation pedagogy>
Addresses faculty training, institutional readiness, and best practices for adopting and sustaining simulation-based pedagogy.
Track 7: Role of AI in enhancing simulation-based education
Explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping business education by enabling adaptive learning, enhancing simulation-based teaching, and fostering personalized student engagement
Track 8: Simulation pedagogy for accreditation excellence
Focuses on how simulation-based teaching supports AACSB’s new standards for learner preparedness, digital competence, and societal impact.
Please submit your abstract for the conference using the link provided below: Click here
Speakers & committee
Prof. Ernest Cadotte
Emeritus Professor of Innovative Learning,
University of Tennessee, United States
Author of Marketplace simulations
Patronage
Dr. Yajulu Medury
Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University
Conference Chairperson
Dr. Rajkumar Phatate
Head and Professor, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Mahindra University
Conference Convener
Dr. Sonal H. Singh
Assistant Professor, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Mahindra University
Email: sonal.singh@mahindrauniversity.edu.in
Mob No: +91-7602832171
Organizing member
Dr. Krishna Dixit
Assistant Professor,Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Mahindra University
Email: krishna.dixit@mahindrauniversity.edu.in
Mob No: +91-8735045282
Important Dates
- Deadline for Abstract Submission: 5th March 2026
- Registration Deadline: 10th March 2026
Registration Fees
- Faculty Members: INR 1,500
- Industry Participants: INR 2,000
- Research Scholars: INR 500
The registration fee covers workshop (on 24th March 2026), accommodation and meals for the duration of the conference, from 23rd to 24th March 2026.
Register for the conference using this link: Click here
Kindly use the link below to make the payment: Click here
Who should attend
- Educational technology professionals and simulation developers
- Faculty members in management and business education
- Researchers and doctoral scholars
- Industry professionals and corporate trainers
- Academic administrators and policy makers
Contact details
Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Mahindra University, Survey No: 62/1A, Bahadurpally, Jeedimetla, Hyderabad, Telangana 500043
For queries related to paper submission, registration, or participation, please contact the Conference Convener or the Organizing member.
