The International Conference on Tourism, Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies

About the Conference Proceedings Series

The International Conference on Tourism, Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development  in Emerging Economies 

Organizers:
The university of Kufa/Collage of administrative and economics is main conference organizer in Iraq . The event is the collaborative initiatives of the high ranked universities, government entities and business.

Organizing Committee:
Haider Jasim
Conference co-chair

Location:
College of administrative and economics, University of Kufa, Najaf City, IRAQ.

Registration and Deadlines:
Please provide the requested submission and registration to:
Akeel Almagtome – Conference Administrator 
[email protected]

Deadlines:
31 August 2025, Deadline for papers submission
10 September 2025, Acceptance Notification
15 September 2025, Deadline for registration
30 September 2025, Deadline for payment and Invoicing

Registration Fees:

Cancellation policy:
You may cancel without penalty if written cancellation request are received up to and including 45 days prior to the start of the conference. No refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests received less than 45 days prior to the start of the event. No liability is assumed by University of Kufa / Collage of administrative and economics for changes in date, program or venue.
Please provide the requested details of corresponding author and the paper, submit to: Akeel Almagtome – Conference Administrator and Organizer
[email protected]

TOPICS:
Corporate Practices: Policies, Methodologies, and Insights in Organizational Management

The scientific committee welcomes submissions for paper in the area of tourism ,cultural heritage, business administration, accounting, finance, and economy in the world today. More particularly, but not exclusively, the following tracks about the conference’s overarching theme are listed:

Track 1: Sustainable Management of Tourism and Heritage
This track focuses on integrating sustainability with the management of tourism and cultural heritage. It explores strategies for preserving heritage sites while promoting responsible tourism. Topics include eco-tourism, community involvement, and balancing development with conservation. Emphasizing sustainable practices, the track aims to ensure that tourism growth does not harm cultural or environmental assets, fostering long-term benefits for both local communities and visitors.

Track 2: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Tourism
This track highlights the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in transforming the tourism industry. It examines new business models, creative solutions, and technological advancements that drive growth in tourism. Participants will explore how emerging countries can leverage innovation to develop competitive tourism sectors, create new opportunities, and meet the evolving needs of travelers while ensuring sustainability and economic growth.

Track 3: Accounting and Management of Cultural Heritage
Focusing on the financial aspects of cultural heritage management, this track covers cost management, budgeting, accounting practices and financial reporting for heritage conservation. It aims to provide tools for managing resources effectively, ensuring transparency, and supporting sustainable preservation efforts. Special attention is given to the financial challenges faced by institutions in emerging countries, offering practical solutions for making cultural heritage management financially sustainable.

Track 4: Heritage and Economic Development
This track explores the critical role of cultural heritage in stimulating economic growth. It examines how heritage tourism, conservation, and cultural industries contribute to local economies, create jobs, and foster social development. By integrating heritage into broader economic strategies, the track highlights ways in which emerging countries can use their cultural assets to promote long-term, sustainable economic development and boost tourism-related revenues.

Track 5: Cultural Heritage Management and Financial Strategies
This track addresses the financial strategies essential for managing cultural heritage in a sustainable manner. Topics include investment models, fundraising, and public-private partnerships to support heritage conservation efforts. The track emphasizes the importance of combining financial planning with cultural heritage management to ensure long-term preservation, enabling countries to balance financial constraints with the need for effective conservation strategies.

Track 6: Religious Tourism Marketing and Event Management
This track focuses on the growing niche of religious tourism, examining strategies for marketing religious sites and organizing pilgrimage events. It covers the challenges of catering to religious travelers while preserving the sanctity of cultural and religious heritage. Participants will explore how religious tourism can contribute to local economies and foster intercultural dialogue while ensuring sustainability in the tourism industry.

Track 7: Tourism Customer Experiences in a Digital Age
This track explores how digital technologies are reshaping customer experiences in the tourism industry. Topics include the impact of social media, mobile applications, and digital platforms on travel planning and destination choices. It also covers how emerging countries can leverage these technologies to enhance visitor engagement, improve services, and meet the expectations of the modern traveler in an increasingly digital world.

Track 8: Accounting and Marketing Strategies in Tourism
This track examines the intersection of accounting practices and marketing strategies in tourism. It focuses on how financial data can inform marketing decisions, optimize budgets, and enhance the effectiveness of promotional campaigns. Participants will learn how to integrate sound accounting principles with innovative marketing approaches to improve profitability and ensure the long-term success of tourism businesses.

Keynote Speakers: 
Prof. Dr. Nigel Fancourt
University of Oxford, England
Topic:  Young Researchers Workshop
The Young Researchers Workshop is to provide early career scientists with development feedback on their studies and research papers. The workshop aim is to improve the quality of research and engagement in international collaboration to strengthen the participants chances for high rated journals publication. Scholars papers presentations will be accompanied by journals editors related discussions and recommendations. We believe that the workshop will inspire early career researchers to improve their research for high quality publication in the near future.

Professor Dr. Akeel Almagtome – University of Kufa, Iraq 

Professor Dr. Karrar Azeez - University of Kufa, Iraq 

Associate Dr. Dilawar Khan Durian - University of Baluchistan, Pakistan  

Associate Dr. Isaac Kofi Mensah - Fujian Jiangxia University, China

Contact Us:
Akeel Almagtome– Conference Administrator 
[email protected]

ADDRESS:
University of Kufa / Collage of administrative and economics
Najaf City
Central street 54001, Iraq

EMAIL:
Akeel Almagtome– Conference Administrator 
[email protected]

Countries Sponsorship:
We are inviting sponsorship from academia and businesses in the field of Tourism, Management and Economics. For sponsorship package contact our office.