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 Smart Technologies and Sustainable Strategies in Design, Management, 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. By facilitating multidisciplinary dialogue, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and promoting responsible use of artificial intelligence and emerging digital tools, OCMT’2026 seeks to contribute tangible solutions to global challenges while reinforcing Oman’s role as a hub for innovation and academic excellence in the region.
Objectives
1. Promote Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
Publication
Publication Opportunity
All papers accepted for OCMT’2026, following the double-blind peer-review process, will be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings, which will be indexed by Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink.
In addition, selected high-quality papers presented at the conference will be considered for further development and potential publication in the prestigious international journals of our partner publishers — Springer and Emerald.
Editors of these journals will review the conference proceedings and may invite authors whose work meets the required standards of originality, quality, and relevance. Authors invited to extend their work will be expected to develop the paper by at least 40–50%, including revisions to the title, abstract, methodology, and results to meet journal submission standards. Please note that all journal-specific procedures and review policies must be followed, and an invitation to submit does not guarantee publication.
Furthermore, to encourage regional research dissemination and bilingual scholarship, Arabic-language papers that meet the academic and technical requirements will also be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings alongside English-language papers. This initiative promotes scientific exchange, cultural inclusivity, and greater accessibility of research contributions across both Arabic and English-speaking academic communities.
Travel & Participation Guide
- Conference Venue and Directions
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Accommodation Options
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Telecommunications
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Transportation Options
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Visa Assistance
The conference will be held at OCMT Campus, located in Muscat, Oman.
- From Muscat International Airport:
- By Taxi: Upon arrival, you can take a metered airport taxi to the OCMT campus. The journey takes approximately 25-30 minutes. Taxis are available 24/7 from the airport's arrival terminal.
- By Bus: Oman’s Mwasalat bus service operates from the airport to key points in Muscat. Check routes and schedules here.
- Ride-hailing Apps: Services such as OTaxi and Marhaba are also available.
Here are the official websites for the ride-hailing services available in Muscat, Oman: - OTaxi: https://otaxi.om Marhaba Taxi: https://marhabataxi.com
- Both services offer mobile applications for easy ride booking:
- By Land (From UAE or Saudi Arabia):
- If traveling from UAE, cross through the Hatta-Al Wajajah border post, then follow the Muscat Expressway to the OCMT campus.
- For those traveling from Saudi Arabia, use the Riyadh-Al Batha border, then proceed through Oman’s northern routes towards Muscat.
A detailed map and GPS coordinates of the OCMT campus will be provided on confirmation of registration.
Participants can choose from several hotels and serviced apartments near the venue. Below are some recommended options, including links for bookings:
- The Boulevard Hotel
Offers discounted rates for OCMT 2026 attendees. Visit website: https://www.boulevardoman.com/ - Grand Millennium Muscat
Located approximately 10 minutes from the venue. Visit Website - Centara Muscat Hotel Oman
A budget-friendly option. Visit Website - Al Falaj Hotel
A mid-range hotel with excellent amenities. Visit Website
Transportation options to the venue will be detailed below.
Stay connected during your visit with Oman’s leading telecom providers:
- Omantel: Offers SIM cards with voice and data packages for travelers. More Info
- Ooredoo: Affordable prepaid and postpaid packages for tourists. More Info
SIM cards are available at the airport and major retail outlets across Muscat.
- Shuttle Service: OCMT will arrange for shuttle service for participants staying at nearby hotels, including the Boulevard Hotel. (Fees may apply)
- Taxi Services: Metered taxis and ride-hailing apps like OTaxi and Marhaba are readily available.
- Car Rentals: Rent a car through trusted providers like Europcar or Budget. Check the rental counters at the airport or book online.
- Most visitors to Oman require a visa.
For Visa Support:
Please send an email to ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om with the following documents:
- A copy of your passport (valid for at least six months).
- A recent passport-size photo.
- Details of your travel itinerary and hotel booking.
We will facilitate the visa process and provide guidance based on your nationality. Ensure your application is submitted at least 3 weeks prior to your travel date.
Keynote Speakers
Conference Program
Strategic Partners
Registration Fees
The OCMT'2026 Registration Fees quoted below include:
- Entrance to all online sessions of the Conference
- An electronic copy of the Conference proceedings
- Associated Conference materials.
All prices are in USD $ (American Dollar).
Due to the continuing uncertainty around traveling to conferences, OCMT'2026 will be online (Virtual) and Physically (in-person).
| Category |
Virtual Attendee with Publication
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Virtual Attendance (presentation only) without publication
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Physically Attend with Publication
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Physically Attend without Publication
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Arabic Papers
(proceedings in Arabic), Online/Physical
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| PhD & Master Students | 300 $ | 100 $ |
450 $ |
100 $ |
100 $ |
| Academic | 350 $ | 140 $ |
500 $ |
200 $ |
120 $ |
Notes:
– The fee above includes the publication and presentation fee.
– The paid fee is not refundable.
– All payments are processed securely through the ConfManage system. A standard 5% transaction fee applies to cover payment processing charges from PayPal and bank transfer providers. This fee will be automatically reflected in the invoice.
Payment Deadlines
Participants’ payments must reach us no later than --------
Contact Information
🏛️ Oman College of Management and Technology📍 Address:
P. O. Box 680
Postal Code 320
Halban, Sultanate of Oman
📞 Telephone: (+968) 24051010
🌐 Conference Website: https://www.ocmt.edu.om/ocmt2026
📧 Email: ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om
🕒 Working Hours:
Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
🗺️ Location:
Find us easily using any map application
OCMT’2026
Themes & Tracks
Theme 1: Intelligent Technologies and Secure Systems
Aligned with Oman Vision 2040’s Digital Transformation Pillars
- Secure and
Intelligent Information Systems
▪ Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in Management Information Systems (MIS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and distributed systems
▪ Blockchain applications and data privacy solutions - Applied
Artificial Intelligence and Network Technologies
▪ Natural Language Processing (NLP), federated AI, and intelligent communication networks
▪ AI applications in smart cities, healthcare, and infrastructure - Cybersecurity
for Critical Infrastructure
▪ Threat detection systems and digital identity protection
▪ Cyber resilience and defense against adversarial AI attacks - Digital
Infrastructure for Public Innovation
▪ AI-enabled e-government platforms
▪ Smart infrastructure strategies for national development
Theme 2: Digital
Transformation and Ethical Business Innovation
Supporting Oman Vision 2040’s Knowledge Economy and Economic Diversification Goals
- AI-Driven
Business Intelligence and Management
▪ Predictive analytics for strategic decision-making
▪ AI tools for workforce planning and optimization - Financial Technology
(FinTech), Blockchain, and Digital Ethics
▪ Cryptocurrency, inclusive digital finance, and fraud detection
▪ Ethical concerns in automated financial systems - Sustainability,
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), and Green Technology in Business
▪ Carbon-aware computing and digital sustainability reporting
▪ ESG performance metrics in technology enterprises - Digital
Business Education and Leadership
▪ Gamified and immersive learning platforms
▪ Micro-credentialing and AI-supported leadership training - Theme 3: Future-Ready Design and Creative Technologies
Aligned with Oman Vision 2040’s Cultural Heritage and Environmental Sustainability Pillars
- Sustainable
and Experiential Design
▪ Smart and locally sourced materials for interior and urban design
▪ Real-world, immersive, and context-based design learning - AI-Enhanced
Design Systems
▪ Generative design tools and AI-led space planning
▪ Intelligent architectural and creative systems - Predictive
Design and Trend Intelligence
▪ Machine learning for trend forecasting and user behavior modeling
▪ Behavioral analytics in design applications - Immersive
Aesthetics and Augmented Environments
▪ Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in design
▪ Multisensory User Experience (UX) and adaptive digital interfaces
- Sustainable
and Experiential Design
- AI and Data
Analytics in Academic Management
▪ Learning analytics and early warning systems for student success
▪ Predictive academic planning and personalized advising - Immersive
and Intelligent Learning Environments
▪ AR/VR integration in classrooms and AI-powered tutoring systems
▪ Smart content delivery platforms and hybrid learning ecosystems - Digital Credentials
and Future Skills Development
▪ Blockchain-based academic transcripts and digital badges
▪ AI-enabled skills mapping aligned with future labor markets - AI, Academic
Integrity, and Inclusive EdTech Policy
▪ Addressing ethical risks of generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
▪ Ensuring equity, quality assurance, and governance in EdTech (Educational Technology)
Theme 4: AI and Digital Innovation in Higher Education
Advancing Oman Vision 2040’s Human Capital Development and Educational Reform Pillars
Conference President
Conference Chair
Dr. Hazem Migdady
Dean of the College
Oman College of Management and
Technology
Conference Co-Chair
Dr. Randolf Von Salindo
Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Scientific Research
Oman College of Management and
Technology
Organising Committee
Dr. Randolf Von Salindo-Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Scientific Research (Chair)
Ms. Nafla Al Falahi- Assistant Dean for Administrative and Financial Affairs, OCMT
Dr. Mark Doblas- Head, Administrative and Financial Sciences Department, OCMT
Dr. Mohammad Mastan- Head, Computer Science -Management Information Systems Department, OCMT
Dr. Mohammad Al Nejem-Head, Department of Design, OCMT
Dr. Elnaz Rashadi Gajan- Head, General Foundation Program
Dr. Supriya Pulparambil- Head, Scientific Research and Innovation Unit, OCMT
Online Participation
The presentations will be made online via MS Teams Platform & in-person (Face-to-Face). Online presentations will be held in a virtual environment.
- Presentations will be made in real-time video conferencing.
- A separate virtual session will be defined for each session.
- Virtual sessions will be open to all participants.
- Presentations will be limited to conference guidelines.
Schedule
The detailed schedule will be provided after the submission deadline.
Submission
Call for Papers
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, themed:
“2nd International Research Conference for Smart Technologies and Sustainable Strategies in Design, Management, and Computing (OCMT’2026)”
Building upon the success of OCMT’2025, this year’s conference continues the mission of fostering international collaboration, advancing multidisciplinary research, and promoting sustainable and ethical innovation across academia, industry, and society.
OCMT’2026 is jointly organized by the Department of Administrative and Financial Sciences, Department of Computer Science and Management Information Systems, and Department of Design. The conference provides a dynamic platform for researchers, educators, and practitioners to exchange ideas and showcase emerging technologies shaping the future of enterprise, education, and sustainable development.
Conference Goals
OCMT’2026 seeks to:
- 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; and
- Strengthen regional and international research collaborations that create tangible social and economic impact.
Event Details
- Dates: February 4–5, 2026
- Venue: Oman College of Management and Technology (Barka, Oman)
- Mode: Hybrid (In-person and Online Sessions)
Publication Opportunity
All papers accepted for OCMT’2026, following the double-blind peer-review process, will be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings, indexed by Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink.
In addition, selected high-quality papers presented at the conference will be considered for further development and potential publication in the prestigious international journals of our partner publishers — Springer and Emerald. Editors may invite authors whose work demonstrates exceptional originality and quality to expand their papers by 40–50%, revising the title, abstract, and methodology to meet journal submission standards.
Moreover, to promote regional and bilingual research dissemination, Arabic-language papers of high academic quality will also be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings, ensuring inclusivity and wider accessibility for both Arabic and English-speaking scholarly communities.
Conference Tracks
We invite submissions addressing smart, ethical, and sustainable innovations aligned with Oman Vision 2040 across the following themes:
- Intelligent Technologies and Secure Systems
- AI integration in MIS and ERP
- Cybersecurity and data privacy
- Blockchain and distributed systems
- Digital Transformation and Ethical Business Innovation
- AI-driven decision-making and FinTech
- Sustainable business and ESG strategies
- Ethical automation and digital leadership
- Future-Ready Design and Creative Technologies
- Sustainable and immersive design solutions
- Generative design and trend intelligence
- AR/VR applications in creative industries
- AI and Digital Innovation in Higher Education
- Learning analytics and intelligent tutoring systems
- Immersive and hybrid learning environments
- Academic integrity and ethical AI in education
Important Dates
- Language: English and Arabic
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: December 10, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: January 10, 2026
- Author Registration Deadline: January 20, 2026
- Conference Dates: February 4–5, 2026
How to Submit
To begin the registration and paper submission process, kindly visit: Registration and Submission Link: (confmanage)
For inquiries and correspondence, please contact the Conference Secretariat:
📧 ocmt2026@ocmt.edu.om | ☎️ (+968) 2405-1010
We sincerely look forward to receiving your valuable contributions and welcoming you to OCMT’2026 — a global forum where innovation meets sustainability, and research drives impact.
Best Regards,
Dr. Hazem Migdady
Dean, Oman College of Management and Technology
General Chair, OCMT’2026
Paper Submission
The OCMT’2026 International Conference warmly invites researchers, scholars, professionals, and graduate students from around the world to submit their original and unpublished research papers under the theme:
2nd International Research Conference for Smart Technologies and Sustainable Strategies in Design, Management, and Computing (OCMT’2026)
This year’s conference continues OCMT’s commitment to advancing multidisciplinary, ethical, and sustainable innovation through academic collaboration and knowledge exchange. Submissions are welcome in English or Arabic, provided they meet the academic and formatting standards outlined in the conference guidelines.
Submission Process
All papers must be submitted electronically through the official submission portal available at:
🌐 www.ocmt.edu.om/ocmt2026
Review Process
- Each paper will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure quality, originality, and relevance to the conference themes. Accepted papers must be presented during the conference—either onsite or virtually—to qualify for publication in the conference proceedings.
Important Dates
| Paper Submission Deadline | December 10, 2025 |
| Notification of Paper Acceptance or Rejection | January 10, 2026 |
Deadline for Registration Payment of Accepted Authors | January 20, 2026 |
| Conference Dates | February 4-5, 2026 |
Submission Languages
Papers can be submitted in English or Arabic.