IIM Nagpur Hosts 2nd Case & Research Conference (CRC 2026) with Ivey Publishing

**Executive Summary** The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur successfully hosted the 2nd Case & Research Conference (CRC 2026) from February 6-8, 2026, in collaboration with Ivey Publishing. The conference focused on advancing India-centric case studies with global relevance. It included a pre-conference workshop on February 6th and the main conference from February 7-8th. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Conference Overview:** * The conference (CRC 2026) was a major academic milestone for IIM Nagpur. * It took place from February 6-8, 2026. * It was held in collaboration with Ivey Publishing. * The aim was to reinforce IIM Nagpur's leadership in case-based research and pedagogy. * **Conference Content:** * A Pre-Conference Case Writing and Teaching Workshop was held on February 6th. * The main conference, held on February 7-8, featured expert sessions and research paper presentations. * The conference focused on developing India-centric case studies with global relevance. * **Conference Participation:** * 107 participants attended the workshop. * Participants included those from 10 partner institutions and other institutions. * The conference received 917 submissions and 663 registered participants. * There were 805 total registrations, including associated activities. * **Global Representation:** * Participants represented premier institutions across India, including 63 from various IIMs and 12 from IITs. * 36 international participants attended from institutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, and SAARC nations. * **IIM Nagpur's Position:** * IIM Nagpur is the third IIM and the first among the new-generation IIMs to host a dedicated Case Study Centre. * IIM Nagpur is building an ecosystem for high-quality, India-rooted case research aligned with global academic standards. **Impact Analysis** **IIM Nagpur and Ivey Publishing** * **Impact:** Strengthened their position as leaders in case-based research and pedagogy and enhanced their collaboration. * **Action Required:** Continue to develop and promote India-centric case studies with global relevance. **Faculty Members, Research Scholars, and Students:** * **Impact:** Provided a platform for scholarly exchange, collaboration, and professional development in case writing and teaching. * **Action Required:** Engage with the case studies and research produced, and use the insights gained to enhance their teaching and research. **National and International Institutions:** * **Impact:** Increased awareness of IIM Nagpur as a leading hub for case research and pedagogy. * **Action Required:** Consider collaborating with IIM Nagpur on case studies and research projects. **Participants:** * **Impact:** Contributed to building an ecosystem for high-quality, India-rooted case research aligned with global academic standards. * **Action Required:** Continue engaging in case research, pedagogy, and scholarly collaboration in India.

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