International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications in Business Administration in MENA Region (ICAIABA’2026)

University of Biskra, Algeria | 13–14 April 2026

Faculty of Economics, Commerce, and Management Sciences

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About the Conference

The MENA region is a diverse region with latent growth potential. Despite the geopolitical challenges faced by its countries, it is strategically located between Europe, Africa, and Asia. ICAIABA’2026 aims to gather researchers, academics, and practitioners to share insights and research results on all aspects of Artificial Intelligence applications in Business Administration across the MENA region. The conference provides a platform to discuss the role of AI in transforming business practices, strategic decision-making, and organizational performance.

Important Dates

  • 📅 Submission Deadline: December 25th, 2025
  • 📢 Acceptance Notification: February 21st, 2026
  • 📝 Registration: March 21st, 2026
  • 🎓 Conference: April 13–14th, 2026

Committees

Honorary Chairs

  • Pr. Abdelhamid Djeffal
  • Pr. Salim Bitam
  • Pr. Smail Hedjazi

Program Committee Chairs

  • Pr. Djouhara Agti
  • Pr. Fateh Debla

Publication Chairs

  • Pr. Smail Hedjazi
  • Pr. Reguia Cherroun

Organizing Committee Chair

  • Pr. Ahlem Khene

Organizing Committee Members

  • Dr. Kamila Izzrech
  • Pr. Abdelhak Rais
  • Dr. Nacerddine Bouriche
  • Dr. Nourhane Groun
  • Pr. Adel Boumedane
  • Dr. Azzedine Bouti
  • Pr. Mohamed Grichi
  • Dr. Soulef Rahal
  • Dr. Latifa Borni
  • Mme. Asma Fodili
  • Mme. Soumia Fatouche
  • Mme. Fatma Djaber

Scientific Committee

  • Fateh Debla (Algeria)
  • Farouk Dey (USA)
  • Ahmed Attia (Saudi Arabia)
  • Dina Pereira (Portugal)
  • Sami Al Sheikh (Saudi Arabia)
  • Anwar Salem Musibah (Yemen)
  • Ali Jamshid (Saudi Arabia)
  • Smail Hedjazi (Algeria)
  • Mohammad Suleiman Awwad (Jordan)
  • Djouhara Agti (Algeria)
  • Cristinel Constantin (Romania)
  • Yasmina Guechari (Algeria)
  • Wael Sultan Alhakimi (Saudi Arabia)
  • Reguia Cherroun (Algeria)
  • Abdelmawgoud Abdulla Abou Hamada (Saudi Arabia)
  • Abdessami Rouina (Algeria)
  • Khalil Chergui (Algeria)
  • Farid Benabid (Algeria)
  • Abdennacer Moussi (Algeria)
  • Yacine Boubakeur (Algeria)

Topics of Interest

  1. Conceptual framework of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  2. The cultural, legal, and ethical framework of AI
  3. Applications of AI in company functions: strategy, HR, marketing, production, and finance
  4. AI in Trade and Logistics in MENA region
  5. AI and Digital Transformation in Business
  6. AI in Startups and Entrepreneurship
  7. Challenges and Opportunities of AI Adoption in Business Administration in the MENA Region
  8. The Importance of AI and Data in Organizations

Contact

University of Biskra, Algeria

icaiaba@univ-biskra.dz