International Media Management Academic Assocaition Annual Conference, Macau, China, 14-17 October 2026
Bridging Cultures in Media Management
Co-organized and Hosted by: The University of Saint Joseph and the Macau Portuguese and English Press Association (AIPIM)
IMMAA is pleased to invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit paper proposals for an exciting 2026 International Conference in Macau, China.
Set at a historic crossroads of East and West, this year's conference offers a premier platform to explore the shifting dynamics of digital disruption, AI, and platformisation within the global media landscape. Whether you are an established scholar or an emerging researcher, we encourage you to submit your proposals by July 15th, and join our diverse academic community for an invigorating exchange of thought leadership and intercultural dialogue.
Conference Scope and Objectives
The IMMAA 2026 Conference will explore current transformations in media industries and the management of media companies in a global context characterized by:
■ Digital disruption
■ International corporations and competition
■ Media platformisation and algorithms
■ Analytical and generative artificial intelligence
■ Governance and business models
■ Clarification and comparisons of cultural, political, and regulatory systems
■ East–West and North-South perspectives and experiences
Special emphasis will be placed on media management and economics research related to China and Asian contexts, encouraging comparative, contextual, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Submission Guidelines
■ Extended abstracts of approximately 800–1,000 words are requested that clearly explain the following: ■ Research objectives and questions for reporting empirical work
■ Key issues and implications for primarily conceptual work
■ Theoretical frameworks and novel approaches
■ Methodology
■ Expected or already realized results
■ How the paper will contribute to the conference theme
■ Submissions must be original and unpublished work.
■ Abstracts should be submitted through this online form at the IMMAA website: www.immaa.org
Important Dates
■ Abstract & Panel Proposal Deadline: 15 July 2026
■ Notification of Acceptance: until 1 August 2026
■ Early Registration Deadline: 15 August 2026
■ Late Registration Deadline: 10 September 2026
For more information see the attached document.
Further information regarding the scientific programme, keynote speakers, and social events will be announced on the IMMAA website: https://immaa.org/
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Terry Flew FAHA
Professor of Digital Communications and Culture
The University of Sydney
Sydney NSW
Australia
terry.flew@sydney.edu.au------------------------------