The idea of 54th BARCELONA International Congress on Education and Business Studies (BEDBS-26) scheduled on July 15-17, 2026 Barcelona (Spain) is for the researchers, scientists, scholars, engineers and parctitioners from all around the world to present and share ongoing research activities. This conference provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences face to face, to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration. BEDBS-26 is sponsored by Excellence in Research & Innovation (EIRAI).

Call for papers/Topics

Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:

1. Education: Core Domains

These topics focus on the theory, practice, and psychology of learning itself.

• Pedagogy and Instruction:

  • Curriculum Development and Design.

  • Differentiated Learning Strategies.

  • Assessment and Evaluation Metrics.

• Educational Psychology:

  • Cognitive Development in Learners.

  • Motivation Theories (Self-Determination Theory).

  • Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Inclusion.

• Educational Technology (EdTech):

  • Learning Management Systems (LMS).

  • Gamification of Education.

  • Artificial Intelligence in Personalized Learning.

• Sociology of Education:

  • Educational Equity and Social Mobility.

  • The Impact of Cultural Capital on Academic Success.

2. Business Studies: Core Domains

These topics focus on the mechanics of organizations, markets, and value creation.

• Management and Leadership:

  • Organizational Behavior and Culture.

  • Strategic Management and Competitive Advantage.

  • Change Management Processes.

• Finance and Accounting:

  • Capital Budgeting and Financial Planning.

  • Managerial Accounting for Decision Making.

  • Microfinance and Investment Strategies.

• Marketing and Sales:

  • Consumer Behavior and Market Research.

  • Digital Marketing and SEO Strategy.

  • Brand Equity and Positioning.

• Operations and Supply Chain:

  • Lean Six Sigma and Quality Control.

  • Logistics and Global Trade.

3. Interrelated Topics: The "Business of Education"

This is where the two fields collide, focusing on education as an industry and business as a learning environment.

• Educational Leadership and Management:

  • School Administration: Managing the financial and operational health of schools.

  • Strategic Enrollment Management: Using marketing techniques to recruit and retain students.

• Corporate Training and Development (L&D):

  • Human Capital Management: Viewing employees as assets that require educational investment.

  • Upskilling and Reskilling: Aligning workforce education with market demands.

  • Onboarding Frameworks: The "business" of teaching new hires corporate culture.

• Economics of Education:

  • Return on Investment (ROI): Calculating the value of a degree versus its cost.

  • Public vs. Private Funding: The business models of charter schools and universities.

  • Labor Market Dynamics: How educational output dictates economic growth.

• Entrepreneurship in Education:

  • EdTech Startups: Scaling education tools as profitable business ventures.

  • Social Entrepreneurship: Creating non-profit models to solve educational gaps.

• Global Education Markets:

  • International Student Recruitment: The business of "educational tourism."

  • Standardized Testing Industry: The commercialization of assessment.

4. Emerging Cross-Disciplinary Trends

Modern topics that require expertise in both fields to navigate successfully.

• Knowledge Management: How businesses capture, distribute, and effectively use organizational knowledge.

• Workplace Learning Culture: Creating an environment where continuous education is a business KPI.

• Data Analytics: Using "Big Data" to track both student progress (Education) and customer acquisition (Business).

• Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): How businesses fund educational initiatives to improve brand reputation.