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OCMT'2026 Successfully Concluded

2nd International
Research Conference

Innovating for Impact: Smart Technologies & Sustainable Strategies in
Design, Finance, and Computing

29–30 April 2026 Online via MS Teams Scopus Indexed
Conference Outcomes Media & Coverage
Conference Successfully Concluded

OCMT'2026 Has Concluded
with Great Success

We are delighted to announce that the 2nd International Research Conference – OCMT'2026 has been successfully held on 29–30 April 2026 in fully online mode via Microsoft Teams.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all keynote speakers, authors, reviewers, participants, and partners whose contributions made this event a remarkable success. The conference brought together researchers and professionals from across the globe to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration.

Participants

Researchers, academics, and professionals from multiple countries gathered virtually to share knowledge and insights.

Research Papers

A strong selection of peer-reviewed papers was presented across four thematic tracks aligned with Oman Vision 2040.

Publications

All accepted papers will be published in Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink indexed proceedings.

We sincerely thank every participant, speaker, reviewer, and partner for making OCMT'2026 an outstanding international research event. We look forward to welcoming you again at our future conferences.

— OCMT 2026 International Conference Organizing Committee

OCMT'2026 — Conference Concluded

The 2nd International Research Conference was successfully held on 29–30 April 2026. We extend our sincere gratitude to all participants, keynote speakers, authors, reviewers, and partners whose contributions made this event an outstanding success. Media coverage, session highlights, and conference outcomes will be published in the sections below.

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About OCMT

Oman College of Management and Technology (OCMT) was established in 2004 as a private college. Its mission is that it strives to provide the local community an environment which is conducive for effective teaching–learning process by well qualified professionals supported by latest technological facilities. We also seek to provide the society, graduates who exhibit sound knowledge and skills required to meet the challenges of a dynamic modern society. OCMT vision is that it aspires to become a leading institution of higher education nationally and regionally, where quality and excellence are maintained in line with international standards, to produce top caliber graduates with knowledge, skills and attitude.

About The Conference

2nd International Research Conference for Innovating for Impact: Smart Technologies & Sustainable Strategies in Design, Finance, and Computing (OCMT'2026) aims to serve as a premier international platform that brings together academics, researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to explore and advance smart, ethical, and sustainable innovations across the fields of business, finance, design, computer science, cybersecurity, and higher education. Building on the momentum of OCMT's first international conference, this second edition is strategically aligned with the national priorities outlined in Oman Vision 2040—particularly in fostering a knowledge-based economy, accelerating digital transformation, and empowering human capital through research and education.

Objectives

01
Promote Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation

To bring together scholars, professionals, and innovators from the fields of business, design, computer science, cybersecurity, and education to share transformative ideas and applied research.

02
Advance AI and Digital Technologies Responsibly

To explore the opportunities, applications, and ethical challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI), ensuring its responsible use across industries and academic settings.

03
Support Oman Vision 2040 and National Priorities

To contribute directly to Oman's strategic goals by addressing themes such as digital transformation, economic diversification, human capital development, and sustainability.

04
Encourage Innovation in Higher Education

To showcase and evaluate emerging technologies—such as immersive learning, micro-credentials, and intelligent academic systems—that enhance teaching, learning, and institutional governance.

05
Foster Regional and Global Collaboration

To strengthen partnerships between local and international institutions through joint research, knowledge exchange, and innovation projects with lasting academic and societal impact.

OCMT'2026

01
Intelligent Technologies and Secure Systems

Aligned with Oman Vision 2040's Digital Transformation Pillars

  • Secure and Intelligent Information Systems
  • Applied Artificial Intelligence and Network Technologies
  • Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure
  • Digital Infrastructure for Public Innovation
02
Digital Transformation and Ethical Business Innovation

Supporting Oman Vision 2040's Knowledge Economy Goals

  • AI-Driven Business Intelligence and Management
  • Financial Technology (FinTech), Blockchain, and Digital Ethics
  • Sustainability, ESG, and Green Technology in Business
  • Digital Business Education and Leadership
03
Future-Ready Design and Creative Technologies

Aligned with Oman Vision 2040's Cultural Heritage Pillars

  • Sustainable and Experiential Design
  • AI-Enhanced Design Systems
  • Predictive Design and Trend Intelligence
  • Immersive Aesthetics and Augmented Environments
04
AI and Digital Innovation in Higher Education

Advancing Oman Vision 2040's Human Capital Development Pillars

  • AI and Data Analytics in Academic Management
  • Immersive and Intelligent Learning Environments
  • Digital Credentials and Future Skills Development
  • AI, Academic Integrity, and Inclusive EdTech Policy
Conference President

President and Chair of Board of Trustees,
Oman College of Management and Technology

Conference Chair

Dean of the College
Oman College of Management and Technology

Conference Co-Chair

Dr. Randolf Von Salindo
Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Scientific Research

Organising Committee

Dr. Randolf Von Salindo (Chair)

  • Ms. Nafla Al Falahi — Assistant Dean for Administrative and Financial Affairs
  • Dr. Mark Doblas — Head, Administrative and Financial Sciences Department
  • Dr. Mohammad Mastan — Head, CS-MIS Department
  • Dr. Mohammad Al Nejem — Head, Department of Design
  • Dr. Elnaz Rashadi Gajan — Head, General Foundation Program
  • Dr. Supriya Pulparambil — Head, Scientific Research and Innovation Unit
Completed: The conference was held online via MS Teams on 29–30 April 2026.

The presentations were made online via MS Teams Platform. Online presentations were held in a virtual environment.

  • Presentations were made in real-time video conferencing.
  • A separate virtual session was defined for each session.
  • Virtual sessions were open to all participants.
  • Presentations followed conference guidelines.

Conference Programme

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Media & Coverage

Conference Photos

Photos from OCMT'2026 will be available here soon.

Video Recordings & Highlights

Session recordings and conference highlights will be available here soon.

Keynote Session
Conference Highlights
Research Sessions

Post-Conference Write-ups & Articles

Feature articles and post-conference coverage will be available here soon.

Conference Summary Report
Media Feature Coverage
Research Highlights

Conference Outcomes

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Research Papers Presented
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Participants
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Countries Represented
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Thematic Tracks
Keynote Speakers

OCMT'2026 featured distinguished keynote speakers from Sultan Qaboos University and beyond, delivering sessions on Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, and Future Technologies.

Conference Sessions

Session details will be published here soon.

Day 1 — 29 April 2026
Day 2 — 30 April 2026

Indexed Conference Proceedings

All accepted papers will be published in Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink indexed proceedings.

All papers accepted for OCMT'2026, following the double-blind peer-review process, will be published in the OCMT'2026 Conference Proceedings.

Journal Publication Opportunity

Selected high-quality papers will be considered for further development and potential publication in prestigious international journals of partner publishers — Springer and Emerald. Authors invited to extend their work will be expected to develop the paper by at least 40–50%. An invitation to submit does not guarantee publication.

A Note of Appreciation

From the OCMT'2026 Organizing Committee

On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the 2nd International Research Conference – OCMT'2026, we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this event a success.

We thank our keynote speakers for their inspiring and thought-provoking presentations, our authors and researchers for submitting high-quality papers, our reviewers for their rigorous and dedicated efforts, and all participants and attendees for their active and enthusiastic engagement.

We also express our appreciation to our strategic partners — Yarmouk University, Euromid, and Al Zahra College for Women — for their continued collaboration and support.

OCMT remains committed to fostering a culture of research, innovation, and academic excellence. We look forward to welcoming you at future editions of the OCMT International Research Conference.

— OCMT'2026 International Conference Organizing Committee Oman College of Management and Technology, Barka, Oman

OCMT'2026 Handbook

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Submission

Dear Colleagues,

The Oman College of Management and Technology (OCMT) is pleased to invite you to participate in the 2nd International Research Conference – OCMT'2026.

"2nd International Research Conference
Innovating for Impact: Smart Technologies & Sustainable Strategies in Design, Finance, and Computing (OCMT'2026)"
Conference Goals
  • Promote multidisciplinary innovation in design, business, computing, and higher education.
  • Advance AI and digital transformation responsibly and ethically.
  • Support Oman Vision 2040 through research that fosters economic diversification and human capital development.
  • Strengthen regional and international research collaborations.
Event Details
  • Dates: April 29–30, 2026
  • Mode: Fully Online (MS Teams)
  • Organizer: OCMT, Barka, Oman
Publication

All accepted papers will be published in the OCMT'2026 Conference Proceedings, indexed by Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink.

Important Dates
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: April 2, 2026
  • Notification of Acceptance: April 9, 2026
  • Author Registration Deadline: April 16, 2026
  • Conference Dates: April 29–30, 2026
Contact

📧 ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om | ☎️ (+968) 2405-1010

Dean, Oman College of Management and Technology — General Chair, OCMT'2026

The OCMT'2026 International Conference warmly invited researchers, scholars, professionals, and graduate students from around the world to submit their original and unpublished research papers.

Submission Process

All papers were submitted electronically through the official submission portal:

www.ocmt.edu.om/ocmt2026
  • Each paper underwent a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure quality, originality, and relevance to the conference themes.
  • Accepted papers were presented online during the conference to qualify for publication in the conference proceedings.
EventDate
Paper Submission Deadline2 April, 2026
Notification of Acceptance or Rejection9 April, 2026
Registration Payment Deadline (Accepted Authors)16 April, 2026
Conference Dates29–30 April, 2026

Papers were accepted in either language:

English Arabic

Publication Opportunity

Indexed Conference Proceedings

All accepted papers will be published in Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink indexed proceedings.

All papers accepted for OCMT'2026, following the double-blind peer-review process, will be published in the OCMT'2026 Conference Proceedings.

Journal Publication Opportunity

Selected high-quality papers will be considered for further development and potential publication in prestigious international journals of partner publishers — Springer and Emerald. Authors invited to extend their work will be expected to develop the paper by at least 40–50%. An invitation to submit does not guarantee publication.

Arabic Language Papers

To encourage regional research dissemination, Arabic-language papers that meet academic and technical requirements will also be published in the OCMT'2026 Conference Proceedings alongside English-language papers.

Keynote Speakers

OCMT'2026 Keynote Speakers
KEYNOTE
01

Abdulrahman Khalifa
AAIAbdussalam

Assistant Professor
Department of Computer Science, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Keynote Talk

Future Coding in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

PhD
Biomedical Informatics
University of Utah, USA
Expertise
NLP · Computer Vision
Deep Learning · AI
Experience
SQU (2021–Present)
Postdoc · MUSC, USA
Contact
a.aalabdulsalam
@squ.edu.om
Cancer Stage NLPMedical ImagingSafety DetectionSentiment AnalysisPyTorch · TensorFlow
AI & Data Science Medical Informatics
Google Scholar
KEYNOTE
02

Ahmed Chiheb
Ammari

Associate Professor
Dept. of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Keynote Talk

Shaping the Next Era of Artificial Intelligence through Cloud Computing

PhD
Electrical Engineering
INP de Grenoble, France
Publications
70+ Papers · 2 US Patents
IEEE Best Paper 2022
Experience
25+ Years · Tunisia
Saudi Arabia · Oman
Contact
chiheb
@squ.edu.om
Embedded Systems · IoTGreen Cloud ComputingCross-Domain AIWireless Power TransferSustainable Energy
Fulbright Scholar IEEE Senior Member
Scopus Profile

Registration Fees

Conference Concluded: Registration is now closed. The information below is kept for reference.

All prices are in USD $. Registration fees included entrance to all online sessions, an electronic copy of the proceedings, and associated materials.

Category Virtual + Publication Virtual Only Physical + Publication Physical Only Arabic Papers
PhD & Master Students 300 $ 100 $ 450 $ 100 $ 100 $
Academic 350 $ 140 $ 500 $ 200 $ 120 $
Important Notes
  • The fee includes the publication and presentation fee.
  • The paid fee is not refundable. Exception: Participants who paid for physical attendance were partially reimbursed — details communicated separately.
  • All payments were processed securely through ConfManage.

Strategic Partners

Yarmouk University

Yarmouk University

Euromid

Euromid

Al Zahra College for Women

Al Zahra College for Women

We are proud to collaborate with leading institutions to deliver an exceptional conference experience.

Travel & Participation Guide

The conference was held fully online. The travel guide below is kept for reference for future editions.

The conference is held at OCMT Campus, located in Muscat, Oman.

By Taxi

Metered airport taxi to OCMT campus. Journey approximately 25–30 minutes.

By Bus

Oman's Mwasalat bus service operates from the airport. Check routes at mwasalat.om.

Ride-hailing Apps

OTaxi and Marhaba Taxi are available.

The Boulevard Hotel

Discounted rates for OCMT attendees. Visit Website

Grand Millennium Muscat

~10 minutes from the venue. Visit Website

Centara Muscat Hotel Oman

Budget-friendly option. Visit Website

Al Falaj Hotel

Mid-range hotel with excellent amenities. Visit Website

Omantel

SIM cards with voice and data packages for travelers. More Info

Ooredoo

Affordable prepaid and postpaid packages for tourists. More Info

Shuttle Service

OCMT will arrange shuttle service for participants at nearby hotels.

Taxi Services

OTaxi and Marhaba are readily available throughout Muscat.

Car Rentals

Available through Europcar, Budget, and others at the airport.

Most visitors to Oman require a visa.

For Visa Support

Send an email to ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om with:

  • A copy of your passport (valid for at least 6 months)
  • A recent passport-size photo
  • Details of your travel itinerary and hotel booking

Submit at least 3 weeks prior to travel date.

Contact Information

Address

P. O. Box 680, Postal Code 320
Halban, Sultanate of Oman

Telephone

(+968) 24051010

Website

www.ocmt.edu.om/ocmt2026

Email

ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om

Working Hours

Sunday–Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM