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CALL FOR PAPERS AND PROPOSALS
Submission Deadline: December 8, 2003
Conference Theme and Description
-- Program Chair: Eric Kessler, Pace University (ekessler@pace.edu)
This year’s conference theme is Organizational Wisdom: Human, Managerial, and Strategic Implications. Much of current management theory seems to assume that more information and more knowledge lead to greater success. Yet this is not necessarily true given that, for example, the empirical evidence linking IT and R&D to profitability remains equivocal and idiosyncratic at best. Success does not necessarily go to the firms that have the best information or know the most, but to the firms that can make the best use of what they know. This implies a greater emphasis on reflection and judgment, especially given the ever-increasing dynamism and complexity of competitive contexts. Thus, just as we have migrated from data-based to information-based to knowledge-based frameworks, there is another step to take. We need to consider organizational wisdom. In a general sense, wisdom relates to the ability to effectively and efficiently choose and apply the appropriate resources in a given situation to achieve appropriate ends. As we learn from the Bhagavad-Gita, “The wise see knowledge and action as one.” This is also consistent with Western ideas of practical knowledge as voiced by Aristotle, Kant, James, and others. Specific to our domain, organizational wisdom involves the collection, transference and integration of individuals’ wisdom and the use of institutional and social processes (e.g., structure, culture, leadership) for strategic action. Some interesting issues emerge when one views organizations from a wisdom-based perspective. Does technology (last year’s EAM theme) promote or inhibit individual and organizational wisdom? How do HR systems, organizational forms, management practices, and operational capabilities relate to wisdom? What are the ethical and social dimensions of wisdom? Can wisdom be developed and utilized strategically? Do conceptions and manifestations of wisdom vary across cultures? How does one teach wisdom? The 41st annual meeting will include: 1) Papers, 2) Symposia, 3) Panels, Roundtables, and Caucuses, 4) Experiential Exercises, 5) Cases, and 6) All Conference Sessions. There will be distinguished invited speakers, interactive dialogs, and professional workshops. This year’s conference will also feature three concurrent consortia focused on 1) Doctoral Student, 2) Junior Faculty, and 3) Adjunct Faculty development. In addition, the local arrangements committee (Chair: Kathleen Suchon, ksuchon@umassd.edu) will be organizing events to highlight the conference theme and area attractions.
ACADEMIC CONSORTIA
These developmental dialogs and workshops will be held concurrently on Thursday morning. There is no additional fee for participation but attending individuals must be registered for the conference. Interested individuals should pre-register via the conference’s Internet-based interface beginning November 1st.
1. Adjunct Consortium
A group of interested educators will gather to discuss how adjuncts can and should be developed in a business school. The program will have three panels (Current Approaches, Ideal Approaches, and Closing the Gap) and then those in attendance will develop a summary and possible next step. Each panel will consist of Deans, Department Chairs, Senior Faculty with responsibility for coordinating courses, and Adjunct Faculty who will each discuss the topic from their perspective. There will be time for discussion after each panel discussion. Contact: Dave Hapke, Pace University, (914) 773-3916, dhapke@pace.edu
2. Doctoral Consortium
All doctoral students (full or part time) must submit a doctoral student application and register for the conference to attend. Full-time doctoral students receive a reduced registration fee. The EAM Board of Governors will award $50 for each competitive paper that is authored or co-authored by a full-time doctoral student who registers for the conference. Contact: Joan Weiner, Drexel University, (215) 895-1797, weinerjl@drexel.edu
3. Junior Faculty Consortium
Academic life can be full of surprises, especially for a professor in the initial stage of his or her career. The path to successful negotiation of the early years of a career is often confusing and at times difficult. This workshop is designed to enhance the capacity of faculty members to not simply make it through these “junior years” but actually enjoy them. Chaired by Jeff Lenn (George Washington University), it will draw on the considerable talents and wisdom of Tony Butterfield (University of Massachusetts), Bill Ferris (Western New England College) and dt ogilvie (Rutgers University) to explore issues and develop strategies for success. The workshop will focus on the three pillars of the academic profession -- teaching, research and service – with attention to how to excel in each. The tough issues surrounding tenure will also be the focus of a faculty panel comprised of those who have recently cleared this hurdle. Presentations, case studies and exercises will provide participants with new insights into managing academic careers. There will be ample time for questions and answers throughout the morning. Contact: Jeff Lenn, George Washington University, (202) 994-4988, djlenn@gwu.edu
SUBMISSION TRACKS
Papers submitted for presentation should be targeted to one of the following tracks:
1. All-Conference Sessions –Wisdom
All-Conference sessions address topics directly related to the conference theme. These sessions may take any form (panel discussions, symposia, workshops, etc.) and can address the full spectrum of organizational and managerial topics to include pedagogical applications. Email a proposed session idea (with sufficient detail to allow it to be evaluated) to the Track Chair no later than December 8, 2003. If your proposal is accepted, you should submit a full proposal by January 10, 2004. Contact: Ed Christensen, Monmouth University, (732) 571-3649, echriste@monmouth.edu.
2. Business Strategy and Entrepreneurship
We are interested in submissions that deal with the roles and problems of general managers. Major topics include: strategy formulation and implementation; strategic planning and decision processes; strategic control and reward systems; resource allocation; diversification and portfolio strategies; competitive strategy; selection and behavior of general managers; and top management teams. Contact: Frances Amatucci, Montclair State University, (973) 655-4280, frances.amatucci@montclair.edu
3. CASE
We are interested in reviewing: a) cases in the advanced developmental stage, b) papers/symposia dealing with case writing and teaching, and c) "embryo" cases in the idea stage of development. These cases will be discussed in an open-roundtable pre-conference workshop where experienced case writers will provide hands-on advisement. Contact: Alan Eisner, Pace University, (914) 422-4194, aeisner@pace.edu
4. Ethics, Spirituality, & Social Responsibility
In an effort to promote humane and sustainable organizations, as well as socially responsible behavior within organizations and of organizations, this track invites papers, symposia, exercises and other creative learning activities in the areas of ethics, spirituality, and social responsibility. Submissions that represent traditional and more radical methodologies and conceptual frameworks are encouraged. Connecting to our organizational wisdom theme is also encouraged but not required. Contact: Contact: Bill Ferris, Western New England College, 413-782-1629, bferris@wnec.edu
5. Experiential Learning Association (ELA)
ELA welcomes new (not previously published) or substantial modifications of existing exercises. Exercises include games, simulations, role plays, and other forms of interactive experiences which center on the teaching of management. Submissions should follow the guidelines for submitting experiential exercises described above. Contact: Cheryl Tromley, Fairfield University, (203) 254-4000, cltromley@mail.fairfield.edu
6. Gender and Diversity
We welcome papers, symposia, exercises, and other highly interactive sessions that explore gender, race, sexual orientation, class, ability, and other dimensions of difference among people in organizations. We are especially interested in work of conceptual, empirical, and practical import that addresses how diversity relates to organizational wisdom. Contact: Joy Schneer. Rider University, 609-895-5549, schneer@rider.edu
7. Human Resources Management
In today’s knowledge economy, Human Resource Management serves a critical role in managing and developing human resources to meet strategic goals of increasingly global organizations. This track seeks papers covering all aspects of human resource management—acquisition, socialization, training and all other aspects dealing with human resources in organizations. In line with the conference theme, processes and content of managing and developing knowledge and wisdom of individuals and organizations are especially welcomed. Papers could involve conceptual, empirical, and pedagogical issues in human resource management and development. Contact: Alvin Hwang, Pace University, (212) 346-1342, ahwang@pace.edu
8. Interactive Papers
An important aspect of each year’s EAM meeting is the sharing of ideas, and the interaction of like minds that leads to greater personal wisdom and professional growth. The Interactive Poster Session track is particularly well suited to this open exchange of ideas. This informal session can be used to test new streams of research, enhance research design and direction, and improve interpretation of research results that relate to the conference theme. While the format is flexible, it usually involves a short presentation of each paper, followed by an open dialogue among the presenters and the participants. Presenters will be expected to prepare a visual representation of their work that will spark the interest of participants and support their inquiry into the topic. Contact: Kristin Backhaus, SUNY New Paltz, (914) 257-2972, backhauk@newpaltz.edu
9. International Management
The International Track invites papers, and exercises that examine organizational and management issues from a cross-cultural and/or global perspective. We have special interest in work of a conceptual, empirical, and practical basis that focuses on how culture and other contextual factors necessitate the modification, reframing, and operationalization of concepts such as that noted in the conference theme. Submissions that represent traditional and non-traditional methodologies and conceptual frameworks are encouraged. Contact: Uzo Anakwe Pace University, (212) 346-1939, uanakwe@pace.edu
10. Management Education and Development and Careers
We encompass human work experiences inside and outside organizations as well as the impact of such experiences on other life spheres. We encourage those topics that focus on the evolving conceptualization of management education and all forms of career development, human advances through work and education, life cycle and work decisions, and cross-cultural careers issues. We encourage submissions addressing the research and practice of how organizations and individuals impart wisdom, individually and collectively. This includes the process of educating and developing managers, students of management, and management educators. Careers papers are eligible for the AoM Careers Division Cason Hall Best Regional Paper Award competition. Contact: Madeline Crocitto, SUNY Old Westbury, 516-876-3316, crocittom@oldwestbury.edu
11. Organizational Behavior and Theory
We are interested in conceptual and empirical papers that study individuals and groups in organizations as well as the dynamics of organizations in terms of practice, growth, and change. Areas of interest include knowledge management, group effectiveness, communication, organizational design, and transformation. Contact: Steve Meisel, LaSalle University, 215-951-1364, meisel@lasalle.edu
12. Potpourri / Edge Research
We invite submissions on “out there on the edge” research topics, on leading edge and paradigm breaking methodologies, and on ground-breaking organizational “Best Practices.” These submissions include those that seek to merge the organizational wisdoms of the practitioner and the academic by presenting research from practice to the classroom rather than the traditional classroom to practice model. This track is also for those papers that do not fit any of the other listed tracks. Contact: Ted Peters, Merrimack College, (978) 837-5000x4565, theodore.peters@merrimack.edu
13. Professional Development Workshops
Professional Development entries are an opportunity to submit proposals for workshops that actually provide development to your colleagues who are conference attendees. They focus on developing skills and competencies needed by faculty in the classroom, research and career management. These submissions should be in proposal format rather than paper format, describing the activities, learning goals, and time/equipment requirements for the session. Contact: John Ogilvie, University of Hartford, (860) 768-4195, ogilvie@hartford.edu
14. Technology & Information Systems
We welcome empirical or conceptual papers and symposia on topics dealing with any aspect of the management of technology or organizational innovation. We also welcome submissions related to the development or leveraging of organizational information systems. The T&IS division encourages submissions that deal with the social, cultural, organizational, human, and cognitive impacts of technologies on organizations around the world. Contact: Claire Simmers, St. Joseph’s University, 610-660-1106, simmers@sju.edu
15. Works In Progress
This is an excellent opportunity for doctoral
students to become involved in EAM. Students can learn about the review
process and receive valuable feedback on their work. Research articles in
the early stages of development are welcome and encouraged! Contact: Barry
Armandi, SUNY Old Westbury, (516) 876-3318, armandi@attglobal.net
Submission Information for Authors and Presenters
This will be a paperless process - Submissions should be made to one of the primary tracks via the conference’s Internet interface beginning November 1st. The deadline for receipt of manuscripts is December 8, 2003. Papers will be double blind peer reviewed. Once your submission is accepted, at least one author (for symposia, each panelist) must register for the conference. Submissions of those who fail to register by the Conference registration deadline will not appear in the Conference Program or Proceedings. Authors should be available to present their work during the conference, May 12-15, 2004. Authors are also requested to assist in the review process. We will publish accepted papers in CD-ROM proceedings (Editor: Shanthi Gopalakrishnan, gopalakr@adm.njit.edu). Awards will be awarded for outstanding papers. You may be invited to submit your paper for a special issue of Group and Organization Management (Guest Editor: Eric Kessler).
Submissions must be written in English on letter-size A4 paper, one side only, double-spaced throughout, in 12-point font, include at least 1" (2.54 cm) of margin on all sides, and have pages numbered. There is a limit of three contributed submissions per author. The title page should include: (a) title of the submission, (b) track area of the submission, (c) two or three keywords that describe the submission, (d) name(s) of the author(s), (e) affiliation(s) of the author(s), (f) mailing address(es), (g) e-mail address(es), (h) phone number(s), (i) fax number(s), and (j) corresponding author if different from lead author. The second page should start with the paper title at the top and be immediately followed by an abstract of the paper, panel, symposium, or exercise of 100 or fewer words. It should clearly summarize the objectives and content of the submission. The third page should start with the title at the top and be immediately followed by the body of the paper. Except on the title page, the authors' names and affiliations must NOT appear in the manuscript nor should this information be obvious from self-citations (make sure to remove your identifying data from file properties).
1. Papers: Format papers according to the Academy of Management Journal's guidelines for authors, which is available at http://aom.pace.edu/amjnew/style_guide.htmlor from the Journal. Manuscripts should not exceed 35 pages, including tables, figures, appendices, endnotes, and references. To facilitate the review process, papers that include more than 25 pages of text will not be considered. Submission of a paper implies that its content is original and that it has not been previously presented or scheduled for presentation, published, or accepted for publication; if the paper is under review, it must not appear in print before the EAM meeting. Significant extensions of papers previously presented at conferences may be acceptable. Submit the paper to the appropriate track. If your paper does not fit a track or you feel it fits more than one track, submit it to the potpourri track.
2. Symposia: Please follow format guidelines of the Academy of Management submissions. Title page should include identifying information for all participants. The body of the proposal should include (a) an abstract page without identifying information, (b) 3-5 page summary of the session and proposed format, (c) 2-5 page description of each paper in the session, and (d) signed agreements from each participant to register for the conference if the symposium is accepted. Reviewers will judge symposia submissions primarily on five criteria: overall quality,interest to Academy members,relevance to the track to which they are submitted,newness and value of contribution, and relevance to the meeting.
3. Panels, Roundtables, Caucuses, Workshops, etc.: We invite submissions for non-traditional presentations, such as dialogue panels or workshops, or other innovative approaches to presenting research and insights on the conference theme. Innovative sessions are encouraged. Caucuses and roundtables offer a way for EAM members who share a topical interest or a professional concern to find one another and to develop a sense of community. These submissions should provide (a) identifying information for the organizers, (b) a description of the target audience, (c) proposed session content and format, (d) a description of the session's added value, and (e) for panels, signed agreements from each participant to register for the conference if the panel is accepted.
4. Experiential Exercises: Experiential exercises should be relevant to the skills needed by managers and should explain exactly what new skills and/or knowledge will be acquired. New exercises are encouraged but successfully re-engineered exercises are also welcome. The description must include a short rationale for why the exercise is needed. Indicate briefly a) learning goals for the exercise; b) approximate time needed to run the exercise; c) number of participants or group size; d) materials needed; e) preparation needed before class by students; f) preparation needed by instructor. Describe in detail the steps and timing involved in doing the exercise. Write instructions for the teacher and discuss in detail how to de-brief the exercise.
5. Cases: Three types of submissions are appropriate for the case track: a) cases in the advanced developmental stage, b) papers/symposia dealing with case writing and teaching, and c) "embryo" cases in the idea stage of development. Advanced cases-in-progress (with teaching note) should follow the guidelines specified by the track (listed below). Research papers and symposia on case-related topics should follow the guidelines established above. Embryo cases may be as brief as one or two pages but should outline the case idea as well as the developmental issues about which the author wants guidance. For more detailed information, consult the Case Track description.
6. All-Conference Sessions: All-Conference sessions address topics directly related to the conference theme. Anyone with ideas about All-Conference sessions should communicate them by e-mail to the Track Chair, no later than December 8, 2003. These communications need not be full-fledged proposals; a detailed description of the session's content, format, and participants will be adequate. If accepted, a full proposal, as detailed in guidelines specific to symposia needs to be submitted to December 31, 2003.
Important Dates To Remember