Back to EDBAC Website
05-07 September
Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom

Engaged Management
Scholarship Conference 2024

Applied Business Management Research: Impact for a Brighter Future.
This annual conference is an exciting opportunity for doctoral students, alumni, faculty, staff, and managers involved in engaged management research and evidence-based management to network, share ideas, attend inspiring keynotes and interactive sessions.
Registration Submissions
Join us for the

14th annual international
Engaged Management Scholarship conference,
5 — 7 September 2024.

Following the success of prior EDBAC summits, the EMS 2024 conference will be hosted in a hybrid format by EDBAC, at Phyllis Court Club in the beautiful town of Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom.
This is the first year the conference is hosted by EDBAC itself, and not by a member institution, and we are looking very much forward to welcoming you to EMS 2024.
Stay tuned for updates, call for submissions, registration, accommodation and more.
explore Location
Pricing

Registration for members

For students, alumni, faculty, and staff of EDBAC members only.
Membership affiliation will be required upon booking
.
Wednesday 4 September: River Cruise | Thursday 5 September: Doctoral Consortium | Friday 6 September: Day 1 – Conference | Saturday 7 September: Day 2 Conference, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner
Wednesday 4 September: River Cruise | Thursday 5 September: Doctoral Consortium | Friday 6 September: Day 1 — Conference | Saturday 7 September: Day 2 Conference, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner
In-person
In-person Doctoral Consortium & Conference
In-person - access to doctoral consortium and conference
Lunch, tea and coffee, and snacks
Free registration to the wellbeing initiative (Limited availability due to capacity)
£594.-
£594 (inc. VAT) = £495 + £99 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Early Bird Price - Limited Availability.
Full price £714 (inc. VAT) after 10 July 2024.
Book Now
Online
Online Doctoral Consortium & Conference
Online - access to doctoral consortium and conference
Free registration to the online wellbeing initiative
Online access to the Saturday Award Ceremony and Gala dinner
£546.-
£546 (inc. VAT) = £455 + £91 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Early Bird Price - Limited Availability.
Full price £630 (inc. VAT) after 10 July 2024.
Book Now
In-Person
In-Person Conference Only
In-person - access to the conference
Lunch, tea and coffee, and snacks
Free registration to the wellbeing initiative (Limited availability due to capacity)
£534.-
£534 (inc. VAT) = £445 + £89 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Early Bird Price - Limited Availability.
Full price £654 (inc. VAT) after 10 July 2024.
Book Now
Online
Online Conference Only
Online - access to the conference
Free registration to the online wellbeing initiative
Online access to the Saturday Award Ceremony and Gala dinner
£486.-
£486 (inc. VAT) = £405 + £81 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Book Now
Extras
River Cruise
River cruise on the river Thames, with The New Orleans - styled after a classic Mississippi paddle-steamer.
£66.-
£66 (inc. VAT) = £55 + £11 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
Extras
Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner (conference participants)
Saturday Award Ceremony and 007-themed Gala dinner
Bubbles and Canapés reception
Live entertainment
Red carpet
3 course dinner and drinks
£66.-
£66 (inc. VAT) = £55 + £11 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
Extras
Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner (extra guests)
Saturday Award Ceremony and 007-themed Gala dinner
Bubbles and Canapés reception
Live entertainment
Red carpet
3 course dinner and drinks
£78.-
£78 (inc. VAT) = £65 + £13 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
All purchases are binding. Purchased tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of the conference
being cancelled due to unforeseen events. Transferable up to 1 month prior to the event.
Currency converter - сheck the prices in your currency
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need support and/or have any questions: ems@edbac.org
For group registrations and bookings of 5 or more, please reach out to ems@edbac.org
Pricing

Registration for non-members

For non-members of EDBAC, no affiliation is required upon booking.
Wednesday 4 September: River Cruise | Thursday 5 September: Doctoral Consortium | Friday 6 September: Day 1 – Conference | Saturday 7 September: Day 2 Conference, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner
Wednesday 4 September: River Cruise | Thursday 5 September: Doctoral Consortium | Friday 6 September: Day 1 — Conference | Saturday 7 September: Day 2 Conference, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner
In-Person
In-Person Conference Only (non-member)
In-person - access to the conference
Lunch, tea and coffee, and snacks
Free registration to the wellbeing initiative (Limited availability due to capacity)
£1,014.-
£1,014 (inc. VAT) = £845 + £169 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Early Bird Price - Limited Availability.
Full price £1,134 (inc. VAT) after 10 July 2024.
Book Now
Online
Online Conference Only (non-member)
Online - access to the conference
Free registration to the online wellbeing initiative
Online access to the Saturday Award Ceremony and Gala dinner
£966.-
£966 (inc. VAT) = £805 + £161 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Book Now
Extras
River Cruise
River cruise on the river Thames, with The New Orleans - styled after a classic Mississippi paddle-steamer.
£66.-
£66 (inc. VAT) = £55 + £11 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
Extras
Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner (conference participants)
Saturday Award Ceremony and 007-themed Gala dinner
Bubbles and Canapés reception
Live entertainment
Red carpet
3 course dinner and drinks
£66.-
£66 (inc. VAT) = £55 + £11 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
Extras
Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner (extra guests)
Saturday Award Ceremony and 007-themed Gala dinner
Bubbles and Canapés reception
Live entertainment
Red carpet
3 course dinner and drinks
£78.-
£78 (inc. VAT) = £65 + £13 VAT (20%).
The VAT receipt will follow.
Limited Availability.
Book Now
All purchases are binding. Purchased tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of the conference
being cancelled due to unforeseen events. Transferable up to 1 month prior to the event.
Currency converter - сheck the prices in your currency
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need support and/or have any questions: ems@edbac.org
For group registrations and bookings of 5 or more, please reach out to ems@edbac.org
Photo by Phyllis Court Club
the venue

the venue

Established in 1906, Phyllis Court is a private members club situated in a grand riverside manor, set in 18 acres of land with hotel rooms on the River Thames in Henley.
Views from the Club span the River Thames with the Chilterns countryside beyond. The interior is equally as charming as the location with an abundance of natural daylight and classic architecture adding to the grandeur of the magnificent building. Phyllis Court has excellent facilities, superb cuisines and wines, relaxing riverside accommodation and friendly staff.
Becoming a Member at Phyllis Court opens the door to a wide array of social activities, entry to Regatta at Phyllis Court, access to Interest Groups, access to our restaurants and exclusive Members Bar, along with special rates for overnight stays in the hotel.
Phyllis Court Club
Photo by Phyllis Court Club
The location

Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire, United kingdom

This year's conference will be hosted in Henley-on-Thames - only 45 min from London Heathrow. Great places and destinations to visit include Windsor Castle, Cliveden House, London Town, and the Henley Museum.
Also, you do not want to miss exploring the beautiful town of Henley-on-Thames itself – with its traditional cafes and pubs, antique shops, restaurants, and markets.
Getting to Henley-on-Thames
Heathrow Airport (London) is the largest international airport in the London Airport System and is located approximately 45 min by car from Henley-on-Thames.
Transportation to and from the airport:
Taxis charge an average of £60 for airport transport from Heathrow to Henley-on-Thames. Most services have online, and mobile booking apps and most cabs accept credit, debit, and cash. 
Taxi services
Train services
You may also go by train, which is a preferred alternative for many: https://www.thetrainline.com/en-us
Accommodation: Henley Business School Greenland’s Hotel
Henley Business School Greenland’s Hotel website
EMS 2024 Prices
£139.70 per room per night for single occupancy inc. breakfast and VAT
£165.40 per room per night for double occupancy inc. breakfast and VAT
Making a Reservation: 
To make a reservation using the EMS 2024 offer, you can book online by using the unique booking code: GROUP159142.
Cancellation policy:  
Any bedrooms booked can be cancelled 2 weeks before check-in. Rooms cancelled after this will be charged 100%.
Getting to the conference
Phyllis Court Club is only a 15 to 20-minute walk along the river and is the second estate towards the town. There will also be a coach in the morning/ evening if you prefer to go by allocated conference transportation. It is also easy for attendees to book a taxi, which takes around 5 min and costs an average of £10.
Accommodation: Hotel du Vin Henley
Hotel du Vin Henley website
EMS 2024 Prices
4th September - £195.00 bed and breakfast for single occupancy per room. 
5th September - £165.00 bed and breakfast for single occupancy per room. 
6th September - £195.00 bed and breakfast for single occupancy per room.
Making a Reservation: 
To make a reservation using the EMS 2024 offer, rooms must be booked before 10 July. You will need to call the central reservations team via +44 (0) 330 016 0390 quoting the unique block code: 0409TH.
Cancellation policy:  
Any bedrooms booked can be cancelled 72 hours before check-in. Rooms cancelled after this will be charged 100%
Getting to the conference
Phyllis Court Club is only a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
the venue

EMS 2024 Wellbeing

The EMS conference is a place for knowledge sharing and development, and to support an energising learning environment we are launching a new concept for this year's conference – EMS Wellbeing.
Each morning, before the conference, we will be offering outdoor boot camp/circuits for all attendees – led by personal trainers via Phyllis Court Club Fitness Centre. This will give you a fresh and energising start and prepare you for a day of inspiration, motivation, knowledge, and learning.
Justin Simpson
Sports & Fitness Facilities Manager
Phyllis Court Club
We are very excited to bring a wellness element to the 2024 EMS Conference. Exercise not only brings huge physiological benefits, but also profound psychological benefits including mental clarity, sharper focus, and stress relief.
Kickstart your days at the EMS conference with our 06:30 – 07:15 am boot camp classes, in the stunning grounds of Phyllis Court and Henley Business School. Then, ride the wave of endorphins as you head to breakfast and begin your conference.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Important
Complete the form and return to justin.simpson@phylliscourt.co.uk latest 3 days before the event. Please note that any positives on the ParQ will need approval via the participant’s GP.
If the form is not submitted, you will not be able to participate.
download the parq form
the venue

EMS 2024 Lounge

This annual conference is an exciting opportunity for doctoral students, alumni, faculty, staff, and managers involved in engaged management research and evidence-based management to network, share ideas, and attend inspiring keynotes and interactive sessions.
To further support this we are launching a new concept for this year’s conference – The EMS Lounge, for networking, meetings, conversations or merely reading or catching up on daily news - during the days and after conference hours.
There will also be an open bar where you can buy snacks and soft drinks, or maybe a glass of chilled white. The EMS Lounge is yours!
More information will be coming soon.
Photo by Phyllis Court Club
EMS 2024
Phyllis Court Club
Marlow Road,
Henley-on-Thames,
Oxfordshire, UK
RG9 2HT
EDBAC Network

Partners & Sponsors

Connecting Partners and Pioneers in Executive Development and Innovation