10th Rutgers - ATP India Accounting & Finance Symposium

January 07 - 08, 2027

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The 10th Rutgers - ATP India Accounting & Finance Symposium, hosted by Great Lakes Institute of Management, aims to bring together leading academicians, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss contemporary developments in the fields of accounting, finance, economics, and related disciplines.
The symposium will provide a platform for high-quality research presentations, insightful discussions, and networking opportunities.

While the primary focus of the conference is on accounting, we also welcome papers related to corporate finance, asset pricing, corporate governance, law, contracting, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility.

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Conference Dates:

January 7-8, 2027

Venue:

Great Lakes Institute of Management,

Dr. Bala V. Balachandar Campus,

East Coast Road, Manamai Village,

Chengalpattu District

Tamil Nadu - 603102

Submission Email:

iafc.2027@greatlakes.edu.in

More information on the two most recent editions of the conference can be found below:

8th JAAF-ATP India Symposium, 2025:

https://jmfcfr.iimu.ac.in/conference/

9th Rutgers-ATP India Accounting & Finance Symposium:

https://www.iimb.ac.in/raiaf_iimb_symposium_2026/

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: September 15, 2026

Acceptance Notification: October 15, 2026

Registration Deadline: December 25, 2026

Conference Dates: January 7-8, 2027

Paper Submissions (iafc.2027@greatlakes.edu.in):
There is no submission fee for paper submissions. The Symposium Program Committee will select papers for presentation based on reviewers' comments, contributions, and fit. The deadline for submission is September 15, 2026, and decisions on selected papers will be communicated by October 15, 2026. Registration fees will be waived for all presenters, discussants, and invited speakers. Papers accepted for the symposium may be submitted to Accounting Theory and Practice (ATP), but the reviews at that journal will be independent of the review for the symposium.

The website for submissions to ATP is here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/accounting-theory-and-practice

Schedule

Detailed conference schedule will be shared closer to the event date.

Organizing Committee

Prof. Apoorv Gogar, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad

Prof. Manju Jaiswall, IIM Calcutta

Prof. Mehul Raithatha, IIM Ahmedabad

Prof. Neerav Nagar, IIM Ahmedabad

Prof. Ranjitha Ajay, Great Lakes Chennai

Prof. Sanjay Kallapur, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad

Prof. Srinivasan Rangan. IIM Bangalore

Prof. Sudhakar V. Balachandran, University of Illinois Chicago

Prof. Sudhir Jaiswall, IIM Calcutta

Prof. Suresh Govindaraj, Rutgers Business School, Newark and New Brunswick

Prof. Varun Jindal, IIM Bangalore

Prof. Vidya Mahambare, Great Lakes Chennai

Travel For Reaching Campus

Great Lakes Institute of Management
Dr. Bala V. Balachandar Campus
East Coast Road, Manamai Village ThirukazhukundramTaluk
Chengalpattu District
Tamil Nadu - 603102

Great Lakes Institute of Management - Google Maps

From Anna International Airport (MAA) to Campus

Prepaid Taxi Counters / App-Based Rides (Uber,Ola):Private operators (Ola / Uber) are available at taxi booths outside the terminal. Metered fares apply, plus toll. (approx minimum of Rs. 3000/-)

Refex Mobility: Refex Mobility will be providing safe and reliable cab services with zero cancellations. Refex Mobility will arrange the cab booking on your behalf to ensure a seamless travel experience. In case, you prefer to choose Refex Mobility Services, kindly refer the below fixed cost details:

Type of Vehicle (AC) Transfer Fixed Cost Additional Hourly Charges (If required)
Sedan -
Dzire/Etios/Glanza/Amaze		 Airport to Campus, Mahabalipuram Rs.3000/- Rs. 250/-
Campus to Chennai Airport Rs.3000/-
Toyota Innova/Maruti Ertiga (7 Seater) Airport to Campus, Mahabalipuram Rs.4700/- Rs. 350/-
Campus to Chennai Airport Rs.4700/-
Toyota Innova Crysta (7 Seater) Airport to Campus, Mahabalipuram Rs.5400/- Rs. 700/-
Campus to Chennai Airport Rs.5400/-

SPOC Details for Refex Mobility:

Mr V. R. Mukesh
Air Force Veteran; Co-Founder & Director
Atya Freight Management India Pvt. Ltd.

Mobile: +91 73586 36392
Website: www.atyafreight.in
Booking: WhatsApp (+91 73586 36392) or Email: mukeshweare@atyafreight.in


Terms & Conditions:

  1. Bookings can be made through WhatsApp (+91 73586 36392) or by email at mukeshweare@atyafreight.in.
  2. Payment: 100% advance via GPay to +91 99622 61161 (V. R. Mukesh).
  3. Cab details will be shared via WhatsApp, SMS, or email upon receipt of the advance payment.
  4. Guests are not required to make any payment to the driver.
  5. The assigned vehicle will remain dedicated to the guest and will be available from the start of the event until its conclusion (excluding travel time for pick-up and drop).
  6. Additional charges will apply for sightseeing, route deviations, or any usage beyond the agreed itinerary.
  7. Vehicle allocation is subject to availability.
  8. Complimentary mineral water will be provided.
  9. Airport arrivals will be greeted with a placard and escorted to the vehicle at the parking area.
  10. Bookings and advance payment must be completed at least 24 hours prior to the travel date.
Accommodation

Check in Date Options - 6th, 7th, 8th January, 2027
Check Out Date Options - 7th, 8th, 9th January, 2027

  • Single Occupancy: Rs. 5630/- (Per day Per person inclusive of GST)
  • Double Occupancy: Rs. 3565/- (Per day Per person inclusive of GST)

** The above rate is inclusive of food & accommodation inside Great Lakes Campus (Limited rooms only. First come First Serve)

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In case, if you prefer to stay outside campus, please find below some Hotel options

Please select accommodation type and dates to see the breakup

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List of Participants

Participant list will be available soon.

Attendance is open to all, but there is limited space for participants who are not speakers and discussants. Those interested in attending the symposium should register before December 15, 2026.

More information please visit the website: https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/chennai/coe/centre-for-finance-and-economics-research

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Questions about the symposium may be addressed to

Prof. Ranjitha Ajay, Great Lakes Chennai

iafc.2027@greatlakes.edu.in or

Suresh Govindaraj, Rutgers Business School - Newark and New Brunswick, Rutgers University

suresh@business.rutgers.edu or

HOTEL NAME ROOM TYPE SINGLE DOUBLE INCLUSIONS POC DETAILS CONTACT HOTEL LINK
FC MADRAS Standard INR 5000+5% INR 5500+5% Breakfast, Swimming Pool Ms. Sherine -8939411564 https://fcmadras.com/
Kaldhan Samudra Deluxe Twin Room INR 14500+18% - Breakfast, Palace Hi Tea Ms. Sneha -8925820087 https://www.kaldanhotels.com/
ITC Kenses Club Room INR 15000+18% INR 12750+18% Breakfast Mr. Ananthraj -7824882691 ITC Hotel Link
Beach Villa INR 25500+18% INR 21675+18% Breakfast
Sea Suite INR 34500+18% INR 29325+18% Breakfast
Grand Continental Standard INR 8000+18% INR 9000+18% Breakfast Mr. Abhilash -8925982561 https://www.sarovarhotels.com/grand-continent-mahabalipuram/

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