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Updated on February 25, 2022
　

                               APMAA Doctoral Colloquium guidelines

APMAA Doctoral Colloquium

The APMAA Doctoral Colloquium offers PhD students a valuable opportunity to receive high-quality feedback from external reviewers, interact with peers, exchange ideas, discuss research concepts, and establish formal and informal collaborations with various research groups. Doctoral students and candidates at all stages are welcome to submit papers, though preference is given to students in the earlier stages of their doctoral work.

What is the APMAA Doctoral Colloquium?

The APMAA Doctoral Colloquium provides a unique opportunity for doctoral students to develop their research ideas, learn about the challenges of conducting research and building a successful academic career, and broaden their professional networks.

Objectives

The colloquium has the following objectives:

  • Provide a setting where students can present their work and connect with other students
  • Offer feedback on students' current research and guidance on future research directions
  • Provide each student with comments and fresh perspectives on their work from researchers and students outside their own institution
  • Promote the development of a supportive community of scholars and foster a spirit of collaborative research
  • Contribute to the conference goals through interaction with other researchers and participation in conference events

The colloquium sessions allow students to receive international feedback from discussants and other participants. This feedback can be used to improve their work in terms of data analysis, literature review, theoretical underpinning, and overall research design.

             Submission Guidelines for Full-Length Paper Sessions

Full-length papers are invited from later-stage doctoral students who wish to present their completed or advanced research at the APMAA Annual Conference. These sessions provide a platform for in-depth exploration of management accounting topics and foster meaningful scholarly discourse.

Paper Requirements

A full-length paper should clearly address the following elements:

1. Research Questions

  • Clearly articulate the primary research question(s) your study addresses
  • Explain the significance and relevance of these questions to management accounting
  • Demonstrate how your research questions fill gaps in existing literature or advance current knowledge

2. Original Key Idea or Hypothesis

  • Present the central idea, argument, or hypothesis that drives your research
  • Explain what makes your contribution original and distinct from existing work
  • Articulate the theoretical or practical implications of your key idea

3. Problem Domain and Specific Problem Addressed

  • Define the broader problem domain within management accounting or related fields
  • Identify the specific problem, issue, or phenomenon your research investigates
  • Provide context for why this problem is important and timely

4. Literature Review and Theoretical Framework

  • Provide an overview of related work in the area of your research
  • Position your work within existing theoretical frameworks
  • Identify gaps or limitations in current research that your study addresses

5. Methodological Approach

  • Clearly describe your research design and methodology
  • Justify why your chosen approach is appropriate for addressing your research questions
  • Detail your data collection methods, sampling strategy, and analytical techniques

6. Research Carried Out and Findings

  • Present the research you have conducted to date
  • Summarize key findings, results, or insights
  • Include relevant data, analysis, and evidence to support your conclusions

7. Discussion and Implications

  • Interpret your findings in relation to existing literature and theory
  • Discuss the theoretical contributions of your work
  • Highlight practical implications for management accounting practice
  • Address limitations of your study and suggest directions for future research

Format and Presentation

  • Full-length papers should typically be between 5,000 and 8,000 words (excluding references)
  • Follow standard academic formatting conventions with appropriate citations
  • Accepted papers will be allocated 35 minutes: 2015 minutes for presentation and 15 minutes for discussion and Q&A
  • Presenters are encouraged to prepare engaging presentations that facilitate meaningful dialogue

                      Dissertation Proposal Sessions (Early-Stage Students)

The Dissertation Proposal Sessions are specifically designed for doctoral students in the early stages of their research journey. These sessions provide a supportive environment where students can refine their research ideas, receive constructive feedback, and gain valuable insights before committing to their full dissertation work.

Who Should Submit?

These sessions are ideal for doctoral students who:

  • Are developing or refining their dissertation proposal
  • Have identified a research area but are still formulating specific research questions
  • Are exploring methodological approaches and need guidance on research design
  • Wish to present preliminary ideas or pilot work before conducting comprehensive research
  • Seek feedback to strengthen their proposal before formal approval

Submission Requirements

Students at earlier stages should present the original key idea or hypothesis they would like to develop. Your submission should include:

1. Original Key Idea or Hypothesis

  • Present the central idea, question, or hypothesis you wish to explore in your dissertation
  • Explain what sparked your interest in this topic
  • Articulate why you believe this research is important and worth pursuing

2. Problem Domain and Specific Problem Addressed

  • Identify the broader area of management accounting your research falls within
  • Define the specific problem, gap, or issue you intend to investigate
  • Explain why this problem is significant and timely

3. Overview of Related Work

  • Provide a preliminary review of key literature in your area of PhD research
  • Identify major theories, frameworks, or concepts relevant to your work
  • Highlight existing studies similar to or different from your proposed research
  • Discuss gaps or limitations in current research that your dissertation could address

4. Possible Methodological Approach

  • Outline the research methodology you are considering (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods)
  • Discuss potential data sources and collection methods
  • Explain why your proposed approach is appropriate for your research questions
  • Address any methodological challenges or concerns you have identified

5. Elaboration on Specific Work to Present

You may choose to present one or more of the following:

  • Pilot Study Results - Present findings from preliminary research that informs your dissertation direction
  • Case Study Proposal - Outline a proposed case study with selection criteria and data collection plans
  • Literature Analysis - Present a systematic review that establishes the foundation for your research
  • Theoretical Framework Development - Discuss the theoretical lens or conceptual framework you plan to use
  • Proposed Data Analysis - Present sample data or describe your planned analytical approach
  • Research Design Discussion - Present alternative research designs and solicit input on the most appropriate approach

What to Expect

During the Dissertation Proposal Sessions, you will:

  • Present your proposed research for 20-25 minutes
  • Receive constructive feedback from assigned discussants who are experienced researchers
  • Engage in discussion with other doctoral students and faculty participants
  • Gain diverse perspectives from scholars outside your home institution
  • Identify strengths in your proposal and areas that need further development

Benefits of Participation

The feedback you receive can help you:

  • Refine your research questions and sharpen your focus
  • Strengthen your theoretical framework and literature review
  • Improve your research design and methodology
  • Identify potential data sources and analytical techniques
  • Increase the likelihood of successful proposal approval at your institution

Submission Format

  • Submit a proposal paper of 3,000-5,000 words
  • Use clear headings corresponding to the elements listed above
  • Include a preliminary reference list
  • Clearly indicate which stage of your doctoral work you are in
  • Specify any particular aspects where you especially seek feedback

Selection Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

  • Clarity and significance of the research problem
  • Originality and potential contribution of the research idea
  • Appropriateness and feasibility of the proposed methodology
  • Quality of preliminary literature review
  • Overall coherence and potential of the research direction

Supportive Environment

The Dissertation Proposal Sessions are designed to be constructive and encouraging. All feedback is intended to help you develop and improve your research. We encourage students to view this as a learning opportunity and to actively engage with the feedback provided.

　

　

　

 

Call for Papers: APMAA 2016 Doctoral Colloquium

The APMAA 2016 Doctoral Colloquium aims to provide PhD students with an invaluable opportunity to receive high-quality feedback from external reviewers, engage with peers, exchange ideas, and establish both formal and informal collaborations with research groups. The colloquium invites doctoral students and candidates at all stages of their PhD journey to submit a thesis-position paper, with preference given to "those who have completed their dissertation proposals."

Key Elements of a Thesis-Position Paper:

  1. Introduction to the Research Problem
    • This section clearly defines the research question or problem that the thesis will address. It typically includes the motivation for the research, its relevance, and the gaps in existing literature that the thesis intends to fill.
  2. Theoretical Framework or Literature Review
    • A brief overview of the key theories, models, or concepts relevant to the research question. This section shows how the proposed research fits within the existing body of knowledge and identifies the major debates or areas of inquiry the thesis will engage with.
  3. Research Objectives and Hypotheses
    • The paper should outline the specific aims of the research, as well as any hypotheses or expectations that the researcher seeks to test or explore.
  4. Methodology
    • A description of the research methods to be used to answer the research question. This might include qualitative or quantitative methods, data collection strategies, and analysis techniques. If the research is still in the proposal or early stages, this section may outline the planned methodology and justify why it is appropriate for the research objectives.
  5. Preliminary Findings (if applicable)
    • If the student has already begun collecting data or conducting research, this section would include any early results or observations. If the research is still in the conceptual or planning stage, this section might focus on expected outcomes or how the research will unfold.
  6. Contribution to the Field
    • This section explains what the research aims to contribute to the field. It could be a new theoretical framework, new empirical data, or a practical application of knowledge. The emphasis is on how the research will advance understanding in the area.
  7. Conclusion and Future Work
    • A brief summary of the anticipated results and any next steps. The thesis-position paper might conclude by outlining the structure of the planned dissertation and the timeline for completing the work.

Submission Requirements
To participate in the Doctoral Colloquium, doctoral students should submit a single PDF file containing the following documents:

  1. Introductory Letter
    Please explain what you hope to gain from the colloquium and what you can contribute to the discussions.
  2. Research Statement
    A one-page summary of your research field. If you are at the dissertation stage, this statement should focus on your dissertation research.
  3. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    Please include your current academic CV.
  4. Letter of Recommendation
    A letter from your primary dissertation advisor outlining what you can contribute to the colloquium and what you stand to gain from it.
  5. Paper Submission
    A research paper (approximately 4,000–8,000 words). This could be a draft of your dissertation, a thesis proposal, or a work-in-progress that you would like to discuss.

Event Details
The Doctoral Colloquium will be held in conjunction with the APMAA 2016 Annual Conference. The event will provide a unique opportunity to engage with senior scholars and fellow doctoral candidates, gaining insights and constructive feedback to support your academic development.

We look forward to your submissions and to seeing you at the colloquium!