Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University
The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret (FEB UNS), proudly invites academics, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, students, and industry professionals worldwide to participate in the Sebelas Maret International Conference on Sustainability (SMICS) 2026.
SMICS 2026 will be held in a Hybrid Conference (On-site and Online) on:
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Faculty of Economics and Business
Universitas Sebelas Maret
Surakarta, Indonesia
- FEB UNS Surakarta
- Oktober 28, 2026
Registration Deadline
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Sebelas Maret International Conference on Sustainability (SMICS) 2026
The conference theme is:
“Sustainability Issues in Economics, Business, and Accounting”
SMICS 2026 provides an international platform for presenting original research, exchanging ideas, fostering collaborations, and discussing contemporary issues related to sustainable development from multidisciplinary perspectives in economics, business management, accounting and related disciplines.
Conference Objectives
SMICS 2026 aims to:
• Promote interdisciplinary research on sustainability.
• Encourage collaboration among academia, government, industry, and international organizations.
• Disseminate innovative research findings related to economics, business management and accounting
• Support evidence-based policymaking for sustainable development.
• Strengthen international academic networking and research partnerships.
Call for Papers
SMICS 2026 welcomes original and unpublished research papers related to sustainability in economics, business management and accounting Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts through the online submission system before the submission deadline. Accepted papers will be presented during the conference and may be considered for publication opportunities, subject to the review process and publisher requirements.
Conference Tracks
SDG 1 – No Poverty
• Track 1. Inclusive Economic Development, Poverty Reduction, and Social Protection
• Track 2. Financial Inclusion, Digital Finance, and Inclusive Enterprise
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
• Track 3. Health Economics, Health Systems, and Human Well-being
• Track 4. Environmental Health, Climate Resilience, and Sustainable Communities
SDG 4 – Quality Education
• Track 5. Education, Human Capital, and Lifelong Learning
• Track 6. Skills, Digital Education, and Future Workforce
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Track 7. Sustainable Economic Growth, Innovation, and Industrial Transformation
• Track 8. Entrepreneurship, MSMEs, Employment, and Responsible Business
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• Track 9. Sustainable Finance, Governance, Accountability, and SDG Measurement
• Track 10. Global Partnerships, Trade, Investment, and Digital Transformation
Primary Research Topic
SDG 1 – No Poverty
• Inclusive Economic Development
• Poverty Reduction and Inequality
• Regional and Community Development
• Social Protection and Social Resilience
• Financial Inclusion and Digital Finance
• Inclusive Enterprise, MSMEs, and Entrepreneurship
SDG 4 – Quality Education
• Human Capital and Education Policy
• Education Financing and Access
• Higher Education and Lifelong Learning
• Inclusive Education and Educational Equity
• Skills Development and TVET
• Digital Education and AI in Education
• Future Skills and Workforce Readiness
• Educational Innovation and Governance
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
• Health Economics and Financing
• Health Systems and Universal Health Coverage
• Public Health and Human Well-being
• Mental Health and Nutrition
• Maternal, Child, and Reproductive Health
• Environmental Health and Climate Resilience
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Economic Growth and Productivity
• Innovation and Industrial Transformation
• Green and Circular Economy
• Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0
• Entrepreneurship and Startups
• MSMEs and Business Competitiveness
• Employment and Labor Markets
• Human Resource Management and Decent Work
• Responsible Business and ESG
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• Sustainable Finance and Development Finance
• Public Finance, Taxation, and Fiscal Policy
• Corporate Governance and Accountability
• Sustainability and ESG Reporting
• SDG and Impact Measurement
• International Trade and Investment
• Global Value Chains and International Cooperation
• Digital Transformation and AI
• Green Technology
• University–Industry–Government Collaboration
• Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships and Capacity Building
Additional Topics
The Scientific Committee also welcomes papers related to, but not limited to:
• Economics
• Business Management
• Accounting
Submission Requirements:
• Be original and unpublished
• Not be under review by another journal or conference
• Be written in English
• Follow the official SMICS 2026 paper template
• Successfully pass the peer-review process
Paper Template
Authors are required to prepare manuscripts using the official SMICS 2026 Paper Template.
The template includes:
• Paper formatting guidelines
• Structure of the manuscript
• Citation and referencing style
• Figures and tables format
• Submission instructions
Download Paper Template
Welcoming Remarks
Keynotes Speeches
Prof. Kwabena G. Boakye
Professor, Information Systems & Analytics Georgia Southern University United States
Prof. Riyana Miranti, Ph.D
Professor & Associate Dean Partnerships and International University of Canberra Australia
Reviewers
Prof. Dr. Nazamuddin, S.E, M.A.
Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia
Dr. Helmi Buyung Aulia Safrizal, ST., SE., M.M.T.
Universitas Trunojoyo Madura, Indonesia
Yeney Widya Prihatiningtias, S.E., M.SA., DBA., Ak.
Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia
Scientific Committee:
• Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D.
• Prof. Dr. Suryanto, S.E., M.Si
• Muhammad Yusuf Indra Purnama S.E., M. RECH., PH.D.
• Lulus Kurniasih S.E., M.S.AK., Ph.D.
• Isna Putri Rahmawati S.E., M.SC., AK.
• Retno Tanding Suryandari S.E., M.E., Ph.D.
• Dr. Lilik Wahyudi S.E., M.SI
• Tastaftiyan Risfandy, S.E., M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Dila Maghrifani, S.E., B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Publication opportunities*
Accepted papers will be published in the SMICS 2026 Conference Proceedings (ISSN).
Selected high-quality papers may also be recommended for publication, subject to editorial review and the respective publisher's or journal's acceptance criteria, in one of the following publication outlets:
Scopus-Indexed Book Chapter (in collaboration with Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Press)
International Journal of Monetary Economics and Finance (IJMEF) – Inderscience Publishing
Jurnal Akuntansi dan Bisnis (JAB) – Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret
Important Dates
- July 1, 2026
- - September 15, 2026
Call for Papers & Paper Submission Opens
- September 15, 2026
Paper Submission Deadline
- October 10, 2026
Notification of Acceptance
- October 20, 2026
Registration & Payment Deadline
- October 28, 2026
Conference Date
Publication Processing Fee
Publication in the conference proceedings is included in the conference registration. For publication in the selected outlets, the following policies apply:
Publication Outlet
1. Conference Proceedings (ISSN)
2. Scopus-Indexed Book Chapter (UPM Press)
3. International Journal of Monetary Economics and Finance (IJMEF)
4. Jurnal Akuntansi dan Bisnis (JAB)
Publication Fee
1. Included in the conference registration fee
2. To Be Announced / TBA (subject to publisher policy)
3. According to current journal policy
4. According to current journal policy
Conference Registration
Conference registration is only available for authors whose papers have been accepted and for non-presenting participants. Registration will open after the Acceptance Notification (October 10, 2026).
Registration Fee
The conference registration fees are currently under review and will be announced before the registration period opens.
Detailed information regarding participant categories, registration fees, payment procedures, and payment deadlines will be published on the official SMICS 2026 website.
Registration Fee: To Be Announced (TBA)
Registration Includes
The conference registration package includes:
• Conference participation (On-site or Online)
• Presentation slot (for presenters)
• Conference materials (for onsite participants)
• Certificate of Participation / Presentation (electronic)
• Conference Proceedings (if applicable)
Registration Includes
The Conference Registration Form will be activated only after the announcement of accepted papers. Authors who receive a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) will be invited via email to complete the registration process and submit proof of payment.
Join SMICS 2026
We warmly invite scholars, researchers, students, practitioners, policymakers, and professionals from around the globe to share ideas, present impactful research, and build meaningful collaborations for a more sustainable future.
Submit your paper and become part of the international sustainability research community at SMICS 2026.
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FEB UNS Surakarta
Jl. Slamet Riyadi No.36 A, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah 57147
Conference Day
Oktober 28, 2026
Contact Person
081249844885 (Ria Esana)
The 2026 SMICS
“Sustainability Issues in Economics, Business, and Accounting”
Contact Us
Conference Secretariat
Sebelas Maret International Conference on Sustainability (SMICS) 2026 Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Sebelas Maret Jl. Ir. Sutami No. 36A Jebres, Surakarta 57126 Central Java, Indonesia
📧 Email: smics.feb.sebelasmaret@gmail.com
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