ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM

 

 

 The globalized world of today is facing uncertain times. Conflicts in the Middle East, slowing economic growth in China, Europe and the US, outsourcing and automation of production and services, shifting of businesses online and multiple other factors are revolutionizing the way companies employ people to satisfy their customers. The employee of tomorrow can no longer cope with this fast-paced, ever-changing environment unless he/she is equipped with an evolving set of knowledge, skills and abilities to match the dynamic requirements of the 21st century organization. To better understand this new reality, the main theme chosen for the BTI Research Symposium is “Emerging Trends 2020”.

 

Staff members were invited to submit research / review papers, articles and case studies relevant to Bahrain and the Middle East, to envision the emerging trends that are shaping the needs of today’s organizations. 

 

 

THEMES OF THE SYMPOSIUM:

Select one of the themes below (The themes have been carefully chosen to cover all areas of trainer interest).

 

1. Teaching / Assessment Methodologies– Moving towards the future

2. Techniques to capture the Attention of New-age Trainees

3. Prominent Trends Shaping the World of Business

4. Contemporary Changes in HR/ Marketing / Finance

5. Advancements in Civil/ Chemical/ Electronics/ Electrical/ Mechanical/ Motor-vehicle Engineering

6. Application of Mathematics for Technicians

7. New Developments in Information Technology

8. Implementing Linguistic Skills in a Professional setup

9. Applying Soft-Skills in the Modern Workplace

10. Recent trends in Arts & Design

11. Current Issues in the Globalized World of Travel & Tourism

12. Improving Occupational Health & Safety

     

 

Rules of submission

Abstract: An outline (not exceeding 250 - 300 words) covering the purpose, findings and implications. 

 

Full paper: The full paper/ article/ case-study in MS Word format with 1" margin, typed in ‘Times New Roman’ font, size 12 and 1.5 line spacing. Harvard style referencing of sources is recommended. 

 

Types of Submissions:

1. Review article: The participant collects information from secondary sources to critically summarize the current state of understanding on a topic. The article can be divided into introduction, discussion, conclusion and references.

2. Case-study: The participant studies a selected organization / industry / area of interest and summarizes the issues, challenges and potential solutions.

3. Research paper: The participant conducts original research that may include reviews, methodology of study and analysis of data, findings and suggestions, conclusion and references. 

 

Best Paper Award:

Judgment Criteria: When deciding the best papers, the maximum total points for the judgment criteria was given as 100. Each of the below criterion was evaluated, and the papers with the highest scores were considered for the Best Paper Award.

 

I. Content (35 points):

Completeness (8 points): The paper should cover all essential sections, as mentioned in the guidelines (Title Page, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusion(s), Recommendations, References).

Accuracy (7 points): The research findings and data presented should be precise, reliable, and supported by valid sources.

Relevance (6 points): The paper should be directly related to the theme of the symposium and address current or significant research topics.

Theoretical/Conceptual Basis (7 points): The paper should demonstrate a clear understanding of the theoretical or conceptual framework underpinning the research.

Generates New Questions/Cyclical in Nature (7 points): The paper should stimulate further research or propose questions that expand the current knowledge in the field.

 

II. Structure and Writing (35 points):

Articulation and Progression of Major Components (10 points): The paper should have a logical flow, with well-organized sections that lead to a coherent and significant contribution to the research area.

Maintenance of Overall Theme or Point (9 points): The paper should stay focused on the main topic and maintain a cohesive narrative throughout.

Clarity, Precision, and Conciseness of Writing (8 points): The language used should be clear, accurate, and concise, avoiding unnecessary jargon.

Accurate Use of Academic Language (8 points): The paper should adhere to formal academic writing standards and conventions.

 

III. Readability/Mechanics/Referencing (30 points):

Appropriateness of Font Size and Print Quality (4 points): The paper should be presented in a readable font size and printed with high-quality standards.

Understandability of Words/Phrases Used (5 points): The language should be accessible to a broad audience without compromising the technical aspects.

Length of Sentences (5 points): The sentences should be well-structured and of appropriate length for clarity and comprehension.

Appropriate Pagination, Layout, and Margins (4 points): The paper should adhere to the recommended format and layout guidelines.

Typographical Accuracy (4 points): The paper should be free from typographical errors and inconsistencies.

Consistency and Appropriateness of Citation Style and Use of Headings (4 points): The paper should follow the APA citation style consistently and effectively use headings for better organization.

Correctness in the Attribution of Sources through Citations (4 points): Proper attribution of sources and citations should be used to acknowledge others' work appropriately.