HOME-PAGE   　  About-Us       APMAA-Webinar      Conference-Venues  

 2026-Conference      2025-conference      2024-Conference     2023-Conference  

 2022-Conference  　2021-Conference     2020-Webinar     2019-Conference  

 2018-Conference     2017-Conference 　  2016-Conference 　 2015-Conference  
    2014-Conference     2013-Conference      2012-Conference       2011-Conference 

  2010-Forum     2009-Forum     To-Conference-Organizers    Doctoral-Colloquium

   Guidelines-for-Discussants-and-Presenters      Award-and-Prize     Key-People  

Message-from-Executives   　 Membership        Publications    

   APMAA-Japan       Paper Writing Guide (JP)

APMAA Doctoral Colloquium

The APMAA Doctoral Colloquium provides PhD students with a valuable opportunity to present their research, receive constructive feedback from experienced scholars, and engage with peers from across the international management accounting research community.

Participants benefit from discussions with senior researchers and fellow doctoral students, helping them refine research ideas, strengthen research design, and build professional networks. The colloquium also offers a supportive environment in which doctoral students can learn about the challenges of conducting academic research and developing a successful academic career.

Doctoral students at all stages of their PhD journey are welcome to apply.

Objectives

The Doctoral Colloquium aims to:

• Provide a forum for doctoral students to present and discuss their research

• Offer constructive feedback on research ideas, methodology, and theoretical development

• Provide fresh perspectives from scholars and doctoral students outside participants’ home institutions

• Foster a supportive community of emerging researchers in management accounting

• Encourage collaboration and interaction within the APMAA research community

Participants will receive feedback from mentors, discussants and audiences, which can help strengthen their work in areas such as:

• Literature development

• Theoretical framing

• Research design and methodology

• Data analysis and interpretation

Submission Categories

The Doctoral Colloquium features two types of sessions designed for students at different stages of their doctoral research:

1.     Full-Length Paper Sessions (Later-Stage Students)

2.     Dissertation Proposal Sessions (Early-Stage Students)

Full-Length Paper Sessions

(For Later-Stage Doctoral Students)

Full-length paper sessions are intended for doctoral students who have advanced or near-complete research projects and wish to present their work for scholarly discussion.

These sessions provide an opportunity for in-depth engagement with research topics and allow participants to receive detailed feedback from experienced scholars and peers.

Paper Content

Full-length papers should clearly address the following elements:

Research Questions

• Clearly state the primary research question(s)

• Explain their relevance to management accounting

• Demonstrate how the research contributes to or extends existing knowledge

Original Idea or Hypothesis

• Present the central idea, argument, or hypothesis guiding the research

• Highlight the originality of the contribution

• Discuss potential theoretical or practical implications

Problem Domain

• Define the broader research area within management accounting

• Identify the specific problem or phenomenon being investigated

• Explain why the topic is important and timely

Literature Review and Theory

• Provide an overview of relevant literature

• Position the study within existing theoretical frameworks

• Identify gaps that the research addresses

Methodology

• Describe the research design and methodological approach

• Justify the choice of methods

• Explain data collection and analytical procedures

Findings

• Present research conducted to date

• Summarize key findings or insights

• Provide supporting evidence and analysis

Discussion and Implications

• Interpret findings in relation to theory and prior research

• Discuss contributions to the field

• Highlight implications for management accounting practice

• Address limitations and future research directions

Paper Format

• Length: 5,000–8,000 words (excluding references)

• Follow standard academic formatting and citation conventions

Presentation Format

Accepted papers will be allocated 35 minutes:

• 20 minutes presentation

• 15 minutes discussion and Q&A

Presenters are encouraged to prepare engaging presentations that facilitate meaningful scholarly discussion.

Dissertation Proposal Sessions

(For Early-Stage Doctoral Students)

These sessions are designed for doctoral students who are developing or refining their dissertation proposals. The aim is to provide a supportive environment where students can test ideas, receive feedback, and strengthen their research plans before committing to full dissertation work.

Suitable Participants

This session is ideal for students who:

• Are developing their dissertation proposal

• Have identified a research area but are still refining research questions

• Are exploring potential methodologies

• Have conducted preliminary or pilot work

• Seek early feedback on research design and direction

Proposal Content

Submissions should outline the proposed research and include the following elements.

Research Idea or Hypothesis

• Present the core research idea or question

• Explain the motivation for the study

• Describe why the research is important

Problem Domain

• Identify the relevant area of management accounting

• Define the specific problem or research gap

• Explain its significance

Preliminary Literature Review

• Summarize key literature related to the topic

• Identify relevant theories or conceptual frameworks

• Highlight gaps the research aims to address

Proposed Methodology

• Describe the planned research approach

• Identify potential data sources and collection methods

• Explain why the methodology is appropriate

Work to Be Presented

Students may present one or more of the following:

• Pilot study findings

• Proposed case study design

• Literature review or theoretical development

• Preliminary conceptual framework

• Proposed data analysis strategy

• Alternative research designs for discussion

What to Expect

Participants will:

• Present their proposal for 20–25 minutes

• Receive feedback from assigned discussants

• Engage in discussion with faculty and fellow doctoral students

• Gain perspectives from researchers outside their home institution

Benefits of Participation

Participation in the colloquium can help students:

• Refine research questions and sharpen research focus

• Strengthen theoretical framing and literature reviews

• Improve research design and methodology

• Identify suitable data sources and analytical strategies

• Increase the likelihood of successful dissertation proposal approval

Submission Guidelines

Applicants should submit a single PDF file containing the following:

1.     Introductory Letter
A brief statement explaining what you hope to gain from the colloquium and how you can contribute to discussions.

2.     Research Statement (1 page)
A summary of your research area or dissertation topic.

3.     Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Your current academic CV.

4.     Advisor Recommendation Letter
A letter from your primary dissertation advisor describing your research progress and potential contribution to the colloquium.

5.     Paper or Proposal

o    Full paper: 5,000–8,000 words

o    Proposal paper: 3,000–5,000 words

Selection Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

• Significance and clarity of the research problem

• Originality and potential contribution

• Appropriateness and feasibility of the methodology

• Quality of the literature review

• Overall coherence and potential of the research

Event Information

The Doctoral Colloquium will be held in conjunction with the APMAA Annual Conference and offers doctoral students a unique opportunity to interact with leading scholars in management accounting.

We warmly encourage doctoral students to participate and look forward to receiving your submissions.