Apply Now: Emerald/CEEMAN Case Writing Competition

Deadline: 30-Apr-2026

The CEEMAN & Emerald Case Writing Competition invites submissions of high-quality teaching cases focused on dynamic and emerging economies. Open globally, the competition offers a total prize fund of €4,000, publication opportunities in the Scopus-ranked Emerging Market Case Studies (EMCS), and aims to develop case-writing skills while highlighting real-world business challenges.

Overview of the Competition

The CEEMAN & Emerald Case Writing Competition is a joint initiative by Emerald Publishing and the International Association for Management Development in Dynamic Societies (CEEMAN). It seeks teaching cases relevant to dynamic and emerging markets, aiming to nurture case-writing capabilities and provide global visibility to impactful educational materials.

Objectives

• Develop and publish teaching cases from emerging and dynamic economies

• Nurture case-writing skills in authors from developing countries

• Promote global participation and international publication in Scopus-ranked journals

Key Features

• Focus: Real business situations in emerging and developing economies, including Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East

• Eligible Cases: Teaching cases only; academic research or theoretical cases are not accepted

• Prizes: Total prize fund of €4,000 (€2,500 for the winner; additional awards for two runners-up)

• Publication Opportunity: Selected cases may be published in the EMCS collection (ISSN 2045-0621) after peer review

Who Can Participate?

• Case writers from any country are eligible

• Submissions must be original and not previously published or under consideration for any ISSN/ISBN publication or other case centres

• Authors must comply with UK economic sanctions, though submissions from restricted countries are considered and reviewed

Submission Requirements

Entries must include:

1. Case Study: Real-world business situation in a developing or emerging economy

2. Teaching Note: Provides guidance on how the case can be used in teaching

3. Title Page

4. Completed and Signed Consent to Publish Release Form

Important Guidelines

• Cases must adhere to EMCS author guidelines

• Submission implies agreement to publish in EMCS if accepted after peer review

• Cases undergo peer review and may require revisions before publication

How to Submit

1. Prepare your case study, teaching note, title page, and consent form

2. Submit through the Emerging Markets Case Studies collection on ScholarOne Manuscripts

3. Select “CEEMAN 2026” from the submission options

4. Ensure all materials meet EMCS guidelines

Deadline: 30 April 2026

Additional Opportunities

• Webinar sessions provide feedback on best practices and common challenges in case writing

• Recognition of 2024 winners and jury members’ contributions

• Possibility of additional funding for scholarships

Tips for a Strong Submission

• Focus on a real company scenario in an emerging or developing economy

• Clearly articulate teaching objectives and discussion points in the teaching note

• Ensure originality and compliance with EMCS formatting and consent requirements

• Prepare for peer-review revisions to improve the case before publication

FAQ

1. What type of cases are eligible?
Teaching cases based on real business situations in emerging and dynamic economies. Research or purely academic cases are not accepted.

2. Who can submit?
Authors globally can participate, though compliance with UK economic sanctions is required.

3. Can previously published cases be submitted?
No, cases must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.

4. What is included in the submission?
Case study, teaching note, title page, and signed consent to publish form.

5. What are the prizes?
€4,000 total: €2,500 for the winner, and additional awards for two runners-up.

6. Will the case be published?
Selected cases will be peer-reviewed and may be published in the Scopus-ranked Emerging Market Case Studies (EMCS).

7. How is the submission reviewed?
Cases undergo peer review; revisions may be requested before final publication.

Conclusion

The CEEMAN & Emerald Case Writing Competition 2026 offers global authors a platform to showcase impactful teaching cases, enhance case-writing skills, and contribute to business education in emerging economies. Participation provides both recognition through awards and the opportunity for international publication in a reputable, Scopus-ranked journal.

For more information, visit Emerald Publishing.