A Bridge of Knowledge: Turkey and India Unite
The 5th International Conference on Applied Psychology and Business Management (APBM 2024) was a major international event, successfully organized by IATELS in collaboration with Galgotias University, a leading academic institution in India.
The conference, held from October 10-12, provided a global platform for scholars and practitioners through a hybrid format, allowing for both physical attendance in Turkey and India.
The 5th International Conference on Applied Psychology and Business Management (APBM 2024) was a highly anticipated and successful event, demonstrating the power of international academic partnership.
Organized in a pioneering hybrid format, the conference provided a unique opportunity for both physical attendance in Turkey and India, as well as virtual participation from around the globe. This approach successfully bridged geographical distances, allowing a diverse and international body of researchers and practitioners to connect and share their expertise.
The collaborative effort with Galgotias University in India as the host institution was instrumental in the conference’s success, bringing together leading scholars from both Eastern and Western perspectives. The event served as a critical forum for discussing current trends and challenges in applied psychology, business management, and their intersection with global economies and organizational development.
Attendees benefited from a wide range of sessions, including keynote speeches, paper presentations, and interactive discussions, all contributing to a rich intellectual exchange. The conference not only disseminated cutting-edge research but also fostered valuable international collaborations and networking opportunities, solidifying its place as a key event in the field.
Featured Conference Topics
The discussions at APBM 2024 covered a wide range of topics reflecting current trends in both fields. These included the psychology of sustainable business, with a focus on ethical leadership and organizational responsibility. The conference also addressed the future of work, exploring the psychological impacts of technology and the gig economy.
Additionally, there were sessions on social impact and global development, discussing how applied psychology can contribute to addressing poverty, inequality, and public health issues. In the realm of business, key topics included geopolitical shifts and international business, supply chain resilience, and the digital transformation of businesses.
The conference also delved into macroeconomics, with discussions on inflation, monetary policy, and the role of innovation and entrepreneurship.
APBM 2025 Ourcomes
The key outcomes of APBM 2024 were the publication of the Abstract Book and the Conference Proceedings, both serving as official records of the research presented. Additionally, a framework was successfully established for a thematic monograph on a selected topic from the conference, which is planned to be published by Springer, a prestigious international academic publisher.
This multi-stage publication strategy provides a structured pathway for authors to gradually develop their research from a conference presentation into a high-quality, internationally recognized publication.
The conference also highlighted the collaborative spirit between IATELS and Galgotias University, showcasing a successful model of international academic partnership.