Oct 16 – 18, 2024 PASCA
Auditorium, Center for Postgraduate Studies, UMS
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur timezone

Overview of the Symposium

The Borneo International Postgraduate Symposium @ UMS 2024 (BIPS@UMS 2024), proudly organized by the Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS), Universiti Malaysia Sabah, is set to be a dynamic platform where postgraduate researchers from UMS and across Borneo can present groundbreaking ideas, showcase their research progress, and forge meaningful connections. This year's theme, “Contemporary Research: Valuing Inclusive and Sustainable Studies towards Building Innovative Societies” underscores our commitment to fostering academic exchange and driving intellectual advancements.

We believe that the symposium will be a catalyst for enriching academic dialogue, with invaluable insights shared by keynote speakers, expert panellists, presenters, supervisors, and peers. CPS, UMS extends a warm invitation to all who share a passion for pioneering research—whether from local institutions or international universities—to join us in this inspiring event. The organizing committee is dedicated to ensuring that this symposium offers diverse perspectives, practical insights, and a wealth of knowledge that will serve participants both professionally and personally.

Symposium sub-themes: 
Marine Science
Tropical Biology and Conservation
Business, Economics and Accountancy
Linguistics and Languages
Computing and Informatics
Science and Natural Resources
Sustainable Agriculture
Engineering
Food Science and Nutrition
Social Sciences and Humanities
Medicine and Health Sciences
Psychology
Education
International Business and Finance
Tropical Forestry
Islamic Studies
Arts and Creative Technology
Biotechnology
Indigenous Studies 

Important Dates:
Registration Open: 22nd July 2024
Registration Deadline (Early Bird): 30th September 2024
Registration Deadline (Normal): 14th October 2024
Submission Deadline: 25th September 2024
Acceptance Notification: 01st October 2024
Full Submission of Extended Abstract and Poster: 07th October 2024

Selected papers will be published in:
1. Asian Journal of Business Research (Indexed in SCOPUS Q2)
2. Malaysian Journal Of Business And Economics (MJBE) (Indexed in MyCite)
3. Borneo Science | The Journal of Science and Technology (Indexed in MyCite)
4. Transactions on Science and Technology (Indexed in MyCite)

(** Authors are responsible for covering article processing fees and any additional charges. Acceptance of submissions is contingent upon the required revisions being made.)