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TECHSTRATEGY 2026 CONFERENCE

TECHNOLOGY & STRATEGIC APPLICATIONS IN ACADEMIC PLANNING AND DELIVERY

THEME: INNOVATING FOR IMPACT: LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY AND STRATEGY TO DRIVE EFFICIENT PLANNING AND EXECUTION

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

The TECHSTRATEGY 2026 Conference is a premier platform for academics, institutional leaders, researchers, education technologists, and policy experts to explore the convergence of technology and strategic planning in academic environments.
 As education faces rapid transformation, this conference addresses the urgent need for strategic frameworks and digital innovation to enhance academic performance, institutional delivery, and long-term sustainability.
This year's theme — "Innovating for Impact: Leveraging Technology and Strategy to Drive Efficient Planning and Execution" — emphasizes how institutions can integrate
emerging technologies and intelligent planning to drive better educational outcomes, administrative efficiency, and vision
driven leadership in the 21st century.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE TOPIC

Technology & Strategic Applications in Academic Planning and Delivery The education sector is undergoing a transformative shift driven by rapid technological advancements, globalization, and the increasing demand for evidence-based, future-proof academic systems. The TECHSTRATEGY 2026 Conference focuses on the vital convergence of technology, strategic thinking, and innovation in shaping the planning, administration, and delivery of academic programs.
 In today’s knowledge economy, educational institutions must go beyond traditional planning models to adopt digital tools, predictive analytics, and strategic frameworks that enable efficiency, sustainability, and excellence in service delivery. This conference explores how leaders in higher education, education ministries, research institutions, and training providers can harness emerging technologies and strategic models to enhance institutional effectiveness, learning
 outcomes, and system-wide impact.

 KEY AREAS OF FOCUS

• Strategic Academic Planning in the Digital Age:- Tools and frameworks for long-term institutional planning, forecasting, and performance alignment.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making:- Using analytics and performance data to shape academic, administrative, and financial policies.
• Digital Tools in Curriculum Design and Delivery:- Innovations in blended learning, e-learning, AI tutors, and content development platforms.
• Innovation in Institutional Management:- Automating administrative workflows and integrating digital solutions in academic operations.
• Academic Quality and Compliance through Technology:- Systems for quality assurance, accreditation tracking, and regulatory compliance.
• Emerging Technologies in Higher Education:- Case studies and research on AI, Blockchain, AR/VR in academic planning and student services.

✍️ Call for Abstracts and Papers

We invite scholars, thought leaders, institutional managers, ICT officers, and education innovators to submit research abstracts, case studies, and practical insights related

🔹 Suggested Topics (not limited to):

• Technology-driven academic planning tools and models
• Strategic resource allocation in higher education
• AI, data analytics, and learning management systems in planning
• Institutional performance management through digital platforms
• Strategic innovation for improving curriculum delivery
• Quality assurance frameworks enabled by technology
•  Cloud-based administration and data-driven education policy
• Integrating budgeting and planning software into academic workflows
• Policy implementation using strategic and technological alignment 

🧩 Conference Features

• Keynote presentations by global thought leaders in EduTech and institutional strategy
• Peer-reviewed paper presentations from academic and policy experts
• Panel discussions on academic sustainability, digital transformation, and leadership
• Workshops on planning software, academic dashboards, and performance tools
• Networking sessions with decision-makers, researchers, and international partners
•  Exhibition of EdTech solutions, research tools, and institutional systems

🧭 Who Should Attend?

• Vice Chancellors, Provosts, Deans, and Academic Planners
•  Directors of ICT, Strategic Planning, or Quality Assurance
• Higher Education Researchers and EdTech Experts
• Ministries of Education and Planning Departments
• Digital Transformation Officers and Institutional Leaders
• Postgraduate students, think tanks, and consultants in higher education

📅 Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: November 20, 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: December 10, 2025 
• Full Paper Submission (Optional): January 10, 2026
• Conference Dates: February 9–13, 2026

💳. Conference Fee Structure

• Early Registration: $500
• (Payment deadline: November 20, 2025)
• Late Registration: $700 (Applies to payments made after November 20, 2025)
• On-site Payment at Venue: $1,000

💡 Note: Registration covers conference materials, access to all sessions, lunch, and refreshments. Accommodation and travel costs are the responsibility of participants.

🧾 Payment Instructions

You can make your payment through either of the following methods:

1.Online Payment: Visit our website at cmd.rw to make a secure payment.

2. Wire Transfer:

• Account Name: Center for Management Development
• Account Number: 100089348069
• Bank: Bank of Kigali IBAN: RW50040100089347577840
• SWIFT Code: BKIGRWRW 

Please ensure you include your full name and conference reference (TECHSTRATEGY 2026) in your payment description. After payment, kindly send a copy of your payment receipt to info@cmd.rw for confirmation.

📄 Submission Guidelines

• Abstracts should be no more than 300 words, clearly stating the objective, methodology, results, and implications.
• All submissions must be in English and uploaded via the portal at cmd.rw.
• Successful submissions will receive an automated acceptance letter after internal review.
• Participants can download their official invitation from the website after registration.