18th Annual Doctoral Conference 2026
Hosted by Leeds Business School (Leeds Beckett University)
‘Advancing Diversity and Inclusivity in Business Research’
4-5th June 2026
We are delighted to invite you to join the 18th NARTI Annual Doctoral Conference which will be hosted by Leeds Business School (Leeds Beckett University) on the 4-5th June 2026.
We welcome contributions covering all topics and methodologies and this year, the conference theme is Advancing Diversity and Inclusivity in Business Research. It will examine how inequality operates within organisations, markets and leadership systems and how it can be addressed through embedding inclusive principles in policy, strategy and culture change. Engaging with equity and diversity research contributes to the wellbeing of doctoral students by fostering more inclusive academic environments, strengthening peer support networks, and promoting a sense of belonging within research communities.
Through keynote lectures, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, participants will explore inclusive methodologies, reflexivity in research, and strategies for fostering supportive academic environments. The conference provides a supportive and collaborative space for doctoral students to share their work, exchange perspectives, and develop practical approaches to advancing diversity and inclusivity within their disciplines.
We welcome work at all stages, from early conceptual ideas through to near completion.
The programme details for the 17th NARTI Annual Doctoral Conference, hosted by Newcastle Business School in 2024, can be found here
How to register (please read carefully):
If you are currently in your first year of study – there is an opportunity for you to join the conference as a day delegate on either or both days and you will not be expected to present your research. Please register via the link at the top of the page by no later than noon on the 17 April 2026. NARTI will cover the cost of catering and refreshments during the day(s) attended and this is a good opportunity for you to network with other postgraduate researchers, to join presentation streams and workshops, and hear keynotes from established academics.
Please note that delegates will need to book and pay for their own travel to and from the venue plus accommodation if required.
If you are currently in your second year or above – we invite you to join the conference as a full delegate and ask that you present your research in one of the parallel presentation streams (the theme of these will be confirmed at a later stage). This will provide you with a valuable opportunity to present your research in a safe and supportive environment and receive on-the-day feedback from peers and academics. In addition to this, you will receive reviewer feedback on your extended abstract before the conference regardless of whether you are offered a place or not.
Please use this template to submit your extended abstract and supervisor endorsement and complete the registration form at the top of the email by no later than noon on 17 April 2026. NARTI will cover the cost of catering and refreshments for both days, plus overnight accommodation (single occupancy with breakfast) on the 4th June in a city centre hotel if you are not currently studying in Leeds. Please note that delegates will need to book and pay for their own travel to and from the venue, plus any additional night’s accommodation as required.
Registration timeline:
27 February – registration opens
17 April – registration closes at noon
27 April-1 May – review decisions and feedback communicated
4-5 June – conference
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions about the Conference.