27th
Wed · Jan 2027
Doctoral colloquium opens
- Emerging areas of research in finance and accounting
- Shaping a research agenda: questions, methods, insights
International Finance Research Colloquium
N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai
Sustainable, Digital &
Data-Driven Finance
Next deadline
Paper submission closes
30th Sep 2026 · 23:59 IST
34Days
08Hours
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- Submissions close30th September 2026
- Acceptance notified15th Oct 2026
- Registration closes30th Oct 2026
- Doctoral Colloquium27th Jan 2027
- Conference29th Jan 2027
4Days Of Workshop
2Keynote Speakers
6Thematic tracks
3Publication partners
About the colloquium
Do the new instruments of finance create value — or only the appearance of it?
Financial systems are being reshaped at once by climate imperatives, rapid digitalisation and an abundance of data. Firms and financial institutions are integrating ESG factors, adopting AI-driven analytics and leveraging fintech to improve capital allocation, sharpen risk management and widen financial inclusion.
The colloquium invites critical inquiry into whether these innovations genuinely create value, or merely present an illusion of efficiency, transparency and long-term sustainability.
Innovation or Illusion?
At the heart of the colloquium is a critical inquiry into whether emerging financial innovations truly create value or merely present an illusion — questioning their real impact on efficiency, transparency and long-term sustainability. The conference includes the Doctoral Colloquium, keynote sessions, Meet the Editors, a workshop on quantitative analysis and paper presentations across thematic tracks, addressing contemporary areas of research in finance and accounting.The Doctoral Colloquium and Conference invite researchers, faculty members and practitioners to engage with cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary perspectives and theoretical and empirical insights that can guide the responsible evolution of financial markets and inform policy, innovation and sustainable economic growth.
Four days
Programs at a glance
The Doctoral Colloquium opens the week; the conference proper closes it. Doctoral participants also attend the conference days as audience.
28th
Thu · Jan 2027
Colloquium & quantitative workshop
- ESG investing in emerging markets
- Workshop on Quantitative Analysis begins
29th
Fri · Jan 2027
Conference & meet the editors
- Keynote addresses
- Meet the Editors panel
- Workshop on Quantitative Analysis concludes
30th
Sat · Jan 2027
Paper presentations
- Parallel tracks across six thematic areas
- Best paper and best proposal awards
29th – 30th January 2027
Keynote speakers
Prof. Jonathan Batten
Professor of Finance, RMIT University, Melbourne
Editor, Elsevier and Nature Springer journals
Internationally recognised for his research in financial risk management, insider trading and market manipulation, sustainable finance and emerging markets, his work bridges finance, applied mathematics and economic policy, contributing key insights into hedging corporate foreign exchange risk, bond market development and the financial impacts of climate change. This work has been published in highly ranked journals in Economics, Finance and Statistics.
Dr. Tirthankar Patnaik
Chief Economist,
National Stock Exchange of India
With over 25 years of experience across global financial markets, he leads economic policy and market research at the National Stock Exchange of India. His expertise spans macroeconomic strategy, quantitative finance and market analytics, with prior roles at Citigroup, Religare Capital Markets and Mizuho Bank. He holds a PhD from IGIDR, Mumbai and actively contributes to policy and academia through engagement with regulators, policymakers and research communities.
29th January 2027
Meet the Editors
A candid session on what editors look for: publishing insights, editorial expectations, peer review perspectives and research impact.
Prof. Jonathan Batten
Editor, Elsevier and Nature Springer journals
RMIT University, Australia
Prof. Hisham Farag
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment
Birmingham Business School, UK
27th – 28th January 2027
Doctoral Colloquium experts
Three sessions built for doctoral scholars — from finding a question worth asking to measuring what is genuinely hard to measure.
Prof. Sankarshan Basu
Professor of Finance & Accounting, IIM Bangalore
SessionEmerging areas of research in finance and accounting
- A distinguished academic in Statistics, with degrees from Presidency College and IIT Kanpur, along with a PhD from the London School of Economics, UK.
- Research spans financial calculus, option pricing, portfolio valuation, risk management and quantitative finance, with applications across financial markets and insurance.
- Presented globally and published extensively in leading international journals.
- Serving as an Independent Director on the board of a financial institution.
Prof. Saumya Ranjan Dash
Professor of Finance & Accounting, IIM Indore
SessionShaping a Research Agenda in Finance and Accounting: Questions, Methods and Emerging Insights
- A distinguished academician in Finance and Accounting and a Corporate Trainer, with a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
- Research interests in Behavioural Finance, Equity Research and Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Socially Responsible Investment Management and Corporate Capital Structure.
- Research papers in asset pricing and behavioral finance published in high-ranking journals.
- More than 30 research papers published in reputed national and international journals.
Prof. S.V.D. Nageshwara Rao
Professor of Finance, SJMSOM, IIT Bombay
SessionESG Investing in Emerging Markets: Performance, Resilience and Measurement Challenges
- A distinguished academician in Finance and Economics.
- Currently heads the Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management and the Motilal Oswal Centre for Capital Markets at IIT Bombay.
- Guided 21 doctoral scholars, with extensive research publications and international conference contributions.
- Served as Chairman and Director on the Board of the Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India.
- Contributed to several academic councils and boards of studies.
28th – 29th January 2027
Workshop on Quantitative Analysis
Dr. Ved Dilip Beloskar
Assistant Professor, Accounting & Finance,
SJMSOM, IIT Bombay
- Prior academic experience at Dublin City University and NMIMS, along with industry experience at ICICI Prudential AMC.
- Research focuses on corporate finance, sustainability, governance and accounting, with publications in leading journals.
- Ph.D. from IIT Bombay and a Chartered Accountant.
- Recipient of the WAIFC Young Academic Award (2023) and the Naik and Rastogi Award (2024) .
Call for papers
Six thematic tracks
Papers are presented in parallel tracks on 30th January 2027. Submissions are invited across the following areas.
Accounting, Reporting and Interdisciplinary Perspectives
- Accounting and finance in emerging economies
- Financial accounting and reporting
- Management accounting
- Interdisciplinary perspectives on accounting
Auditing, Governance and Inclusion
- Auditing
- Corporate governance
- Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
Corporate Finance, Banking and Investment Management
- Corporate finance
- Debt and portfolio management
- Banking, insurance, reinsurance, pension funds
- Asset pricing
Financial Markets, Regulation and Institutions
- Financial markets and institutions
- Financial regulation
- Market microstructure and algorithmic trading
- Taxation
Data, Technology and Analytics in Accounting and Finance
- Accounting information systems and emerging technologies in accounting, auditing and forensics
- Financial data science and econometrics
- Computational finance
- Financial and risk analytics
- FinTech
Behavioural and Sustainable Finance
- Behavioural finance
- Sustainable finance
These are suggested themes. Other topics related to accounting and finance will also be considered.
Publication partners
Best papers from each track will be considered for publication after the journal's own review process. Journal guidelines apply at submission.
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Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting
Emerald Group Publishing
02
International Journal of Business and Globalisation
Inderscience Publishers
03
International Journal of Technology Transfer and Commercialisation
Inderscience Publishers
Overall Best Paper Award
Sponsored award recognising the strongest paper across all tracks.
Best Research Proposal
Cash prize awarded at the Doctoral Colloquium.
Plan ahead
Important dates
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Paper submission deadline | 30th September 2026 | Open |
| Notification of acceptance | 15th October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Last date of registration for paper presenters | 30th October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Doctoral Colloquium | 27th – 28th January 2027 | Upcoming |
| Conference | 29th – 30th January 2027 | Upcoming |
Registration
Fees and registration
Registration is required for all attendees, including presenters.
| Participant category | Indian | Overseas |
|---|---|---|
| Research scholars | ₹5,000 | $75 |
| Academicians | ₹7,000 | $150 |
| Industry participants | ₹10,000 | — |
The registration fee is non-refundable and includes lunch and refreshments during the conference. Doctoral Colloquium participation fees include access to the conference days, 29th – 30th January 2027, as audience.
Mode of payment
Payable to N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research (PGDBM), Axis Bank, Mira Road branch. Scan the code below to pay by UPI, or write to the conference desk for NEFT/SWIFT details.
- Beneficiary
- N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research (PGDBM)
- Bank transfer details
- Request from [email protected]
Behind the colloquium
Patrons, chair and committee
Patrons
Mr. Shailesh Dalmia
PatronHon. Secretary, N. L. Dalmia Educational Society
Mr. Mudit Dalmia
PatronVice President, N. L. Dalmia Educational SocietyConference chair
Dr. Seema Saini
Conference ChairCEO & Acting Director, NLDIMSROrganizing committee
Dr. Kalyani Mulchandani
ConvenerProfessor, NLDIMSR
Prof. Prachi Chaturvedi
Co-ConvenerAssistant Professor, NLDIMSR
Dr. VimalKumar Mistry
Co-ConvenerAssistant Professor, NLDIMSR
