• There is no chapter submission/processing or publishing charge.
• The book accepts chapters free of any APC/fee
• Quality unpublished works as chapters are invited to the book.
• The chapters should strictly be according to the coverage scope of the book.

Call for Papers

The book is part of the Scholarly Collection Series and seeks to include quality works that provide new insights in entrepreneurship for sustainability, Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA) challenges, and economic disruptions with AI.

Inviting unpublished and original research chapters and case studies from academicians, research scholars, and social scientists of disciplines like commerce, economics, management, and the like for publication in this edited book on entrepreneurship for sustainability, VUCA challenges, and economic disruptions with AI.

COPE & OBJECTIVES OF THE BOOK

The edited volume seeks to provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and global perspective on the evolving role of entrepreneurship in a world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). The book lies at the intersection of entrepreneurship, sustainability, artificial intelligence (AI), and economic resilience, offering insights into how entrepreneurs, policymakers, and businesses can navigate disruptions while building inclusive and sustainable futures.

Scope of the Book

The scope of this book extends across:

• Theoretical Perspectives: Conceptual models that link entrepreneurship, sustainability, and disruptive technologies.
• Empirical Studies: Evidence-based research examining entrepreneurial strategies during crises such as financial instability, climate change, pandemics, and geopolitical conflicts.
• Case Analyses & Best Practices: Real-world examples of entrepreneurs and startups leveraging AI and sustainable business models to thrive in uncertain environments.
• Multidisciplinary Viewpoints: Contributions from management, economics, sustainability studies, technology, and policy studies.
• Global Contexts: Comparative insights across developed, emerging, and underdeveloped economies to highlight diverse entrepreneurial responses to VUCA challenges.
• This book is not limited to a single perspective but embraces a holistic and integrated approach, making it equally relevant for academia, industry, government, and society at large.

Objectives of the Book

1. To explore the conceptual foundations of sustainable entrepreneurship in the VUCA-driven global economy and examine how entrepreneurial practices are being reshaped by continuous disruptions.
2. To analyze the role of artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative enabler of sustainable business, highlighting both its opportunities and ethical challenges in entrepreneurial ecosystems.
3. To identify strategies for resilience and adaptability among startups and enterprises facing financial crises, pandemics, supply chain breakdowns, and climate-related risks.
4. To investigate the role of finance and investment, particularly green finance, impact investing, and FinTech innovations, in promoting sustainable entrepreneurship during economic volatility.
5. To study human capital development and workforce transitions in AI-driven contexts, focusing on sustainable HR practices, entrepreneurial skills, and inclusive growth.
6. To evaluate entrepreneurial ecosystems and policy frameworks that foster innovation, sustainability, and collaboration among academia, industry, and government institutions.
7. To understand consumer behavior and marketing practices in the digital age, with a focus on sustainable branding, trust-building, and AI-enabled engagement.
8. To provide global comparative perspectives on how entrepreneurs and startups respond to economic disruptions, climate challenges, and geopolitical uncertainties.
9. To identify future directions and pathways for building sustainable, resilient, and technology-enabled entrepreneurial ventures that balance profitability with societal and ecological responsibility.
10. To create a multidisciplinary knowledge resource that contributes to academic discourse, informs policymaking, and provides practical insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

This edited volume seeks to bring together global perspectives on entrepreneurship, sustainability, AI, and economic resilience. It aims to present theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, case analyses, and best practices that can guide academics, practitioners, and policymakers in fostering sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems capable of thriving in a VUCA-driven world.

Themes and Sub-Themes

Contributors are invited to submit original research, conceptual papers, case studies, and practice-based insights under (but not limited to) the following themes:

Theme 1: Sustainable Entrepreneurship in a VUCA World

• Conceptual foundations of sustainable entrepreneurship
• Resilience and adaptability of startups in volatile environments
• Business models for sustainability under uncertainty
• Entrepreneurial leadership in navigating crises

Theme 2: Artificial Intelligence as an Enabler of Sustainable Business

• AI applications in sustainable finance and investment decisions
• Predictive analytics for managing risk and uncertainty
• AI-driven marketing and customer engagement for sustainability
• Ethical use of AI in entrepreneurial ecosystems

Theme 3: Finance, Investment, and Economic Resilience

• Role of green finance and impact investing in sustainable entrepreneurship
• Financing strategies for startups during economic disruptions
• Financial technologies (FinTech) and sustainability
• Capital markets, scams, and trust-building in the VUCA economy

Theme 4: Human Capital, Skills, and the AI Workforce

• Developing sustainable human resource practices
• Entrepreneurial skill development in AI-driven contexts
• Managing workforce transitions in uncertain environments
• AI tools for talent acquisition, training, and retention

Theme 5: Entrepreneurial Ecosystems for Sustainability

• Building inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems
• Role of institutions, policies, and global partnerships
• Innovation ecosystems and green startups
• Collaboration between academia, industry, and government

Theme 6: Marketing and Consumer Behavior in the Age of AI

• Sustainable marketing strategies in a VUCA environment
• AI-driven insights into consumer preferences for green products
• Branding, trust, and transparency in sustainable ventures
• Digital platforms, social media, and sustainability communication

Theme 7: Global Challenges, Economic Disruptions, and Entrepreneurial Responses

• Climate change and sustainability-driven entrepreneurship
• Startups and entrepreneurship in times of pandemics and global crises
• Navigating geopolitical disruptions and trade uncertainties
• Comparative perspectives on entrepreneurship across global regions

Theme 8: Future Directions in Sustainable Entrepreneurship

• Emerging technologies and their role in sustainability
• Policy and regulatory frameworks for sustainable entrepreneurship
• Measuring entrepreneurial impact on ecosystems and communities
• Pathways for building resilient and future-ready enterprises

Target Audience

The book will be of interest to:

• Academics & researchers in entrepreneurship, sustainability studies, management, and AI.
• Students pursuing management, economics, technology, and sustainability courses.
• Entrepreneurs & startup founders seeking strategies to integrate sustainability with AI.
• Corporate leaders & managers exploring resilience and ethical business models.
• Policy makers & development agencies shaping sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystems.
• Financial institutions & investors focusing on green finance and impact investment.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Chapter abstract submission: 15 November 2025
• Full chapter submission: 30 December 2025
• Book publication: March 2026

 IMPORTANT GUIDELINES & NOTES

1. The chapters (abstracts/full-texts) should be submitted to the volume editor, Dr. Narendra Kumar at internationalpublisher2025@gmail.com.
2. A chapter should NOT exceed 10% similarity content from all sources, including referenced works.
3. The contributing authors need to adhere to our Policy on the use of generative AI tools and technologies in academic writing .
4. The abstracts/full texts will be shared with the volume editor, and the authors will directly be contacted by the volume editor with an acceptance/rejection/amendment decision.
5. There is no chapter submission/processing or publishing charge. The book accepts chapters free of any APC/fee.
6. A chapter should be APA 7th Edition styled and submitted in MS Docx format and must include authors’ affiliation details, failing which the chapters will not be considered for review. A chapter should ideally be of 5,000 to 10,000 words including references with Times New Roman Font Size 12 with single line spacing & page margins of 1″ (Top, Bottom, Left, Right).
7. Unoriginal or previously published works will not be processed for review.
8. All chapters need to have complete affiliation details.
9. All chapters will be reviewed by chapter reviewers (peer-reviewers) before acceptance by the book editor. The chapters will be reviewed using a double-blind peer review system.
10. The editorial (editor’s) decision of accepting or rejecting a chapter shall be final. The book editor has all the editorial freedoms pertaining to the content quality of the book, and the publisher doesn’t interfere in any editorial decision taken by the editor pertaining to the acceptance/rejection of any work for the book.
11. The authors submitting chapters need to adhere to our policies on plagiarism, scholarly misconduct, and publication ethics. The copyright respecting the accepted chapters will remain with the authors, with the publications’ rights being with the CSMFL Publications.
12. The authors of the accepted & published chapters retain their right to use their work for scholarly and teaching purposes, subject to the conditions and limitations as described in Authors’ Rights for Content Reuse

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