BAM MANAGEMENT KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION (MKE)
Call for Expressions of Interest
Hosting the BAM MKE Teaching Practice Conference 2027
The British Academy of Management (BAM) Management Knowledge and Education (MKE) community invites expressions of interest from academic institutions to host the BAM MKE Teaching Practice Conference 2027.
The Teaching Practice Conference is a key annual event within the MKE community, providing a forum for educators, researchers, and practitioners to share innovative teaching practices, pedagogical research, and new ideas for advancing management education.
The conference typically takes place during the first few weeks of June and is usually held over one and a half days, preceded by an informal conference dinner the evening before. The event typically attracts approximately 80–150 participants. The proposed format may be subject to minor revisions following feedback from this year’s conference.
UK- based academic institutions (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) interested in hosting the 2027 conference are invited to submit an Expression of Interest to Justina Senkus – [email protected] by 15 May 2026. Hosting the conference provides an exciting opportunity for your institution to work with the British Academy of Management to contribute to excellence and career development in teaching and learning.
Successful applicants will be asked to provide a letter signed by a PVC or equivalent Confirming the institution’s financial or other contributions and the likely costs charged to BAM. Closer to the event, a contract will also be signed with the host institution.
Information to Include in the Proposal
Expressions of interest and subsequent proposals should include the following information:
Conference Theme
- An indication of a single overarching theme, with sub-themes to be defined at a later. Please explain the rationale for it’s relevance to the MKE community.
Venue
- Details of the proposed conference venue (including breakout rooms).
- Details of the venue for the conference networking dinner/reception.
Organising Team
- Identification of the Conference Chair from the host institution.
- An outline of the local organising committee, which typically includes roles such as:
- Publicity and Communications Lead
- Local Arrangements Lead
- Volunteer Coordination Lead (including, where possible, a dedicated events or conference officer from the host institution).
Costs
- An outline of anticipated costs associated with hosting the conference, including room hire, catering, and technical support.
The aim is to keep participation fees as accessible as possible, and therefore complimentary or reduced-cost access to facilities would be greatly appreciated where feasible.
Additional Information (Optional but Welcome)
We would also welcome information on:
- The range of local accommodation options available to delegates and approximate price ranges.
- Accessibility within and around the venue, including wheelchair access and public transport connections.
- Any institutional support for the conference (financial or in-kind).
- Potential sponsorship opportunities.
- An outline of a risk management plan.
- The existing engagement of BAM members at the host institution and potential for future involvement.
BAM is committed to promoting sustainability across its activities and welcomes proposals outlining how the host institution could support environmentally sustainable conference practices.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity, and Respect (EDIR) are central to BAM’s strategy. Hosts are encouraged to outline how EDIR principles will be considered in the organisation and delivery of the conference.
Venue Requirements
The conference typically runs from approximately:
Day 1 - 10:30 to 18:00, and the organising team would normally require access to the venue from 08:00 to 19:00.
Day 2 – 09:00 – 13:15 with access to the venue from 09:00
The following facilities are typically required:
- Plenary room or auditorium for up to 150 delegates (welcome address and keynote sessions)
- Approx. 20 breakout seminar rooms (capacity up to 30 delegates) for parallel sessions or workshops
- Open communal space for registration, coffee breaks, and lunch
- Venue for the conference dinner (seating for up to 100–120 delegates)
- Technical support available during the conference
Further Information
Responses to this call may come from an academic institution.
For further information or to discuss a potential proposal informally, please contact:
- Content-related queries: Prof Liz Houldsworth ([email protected]) and Prof Lisa Anderson ([email protected])
- Logistics-related queries: Justina Senkus ([email protected])