Keynote Speakers
Prof. Iftekhar Hasan
Gabelli School of Business, Fordham University
Iftekhar Hasan is a professor at Fordham University, holding the E. Gerald Corrigan Chair in Finance and serving as the academic director of the Ph.D. program and co-director of the Center for Research in Contemporary Finance. He is a scientific advisor at the Central Bank of Finland, a fractional faculty member at the University of Sydney, and a research fellow at the Wharton School and IWH Institute in Germany. He is the managing editor of the Journal of Financial Stability and has been an associate editor for several journals.
His research focuses on financial institutions, corporate finance, capital markets, and emerging economies, often addressing public policy issues. He has received numerous research grants and published over 450 works, including 16 books and 330 peer-reviewed articles in top journals such as JFE, JFQA, RF, JAR, RAST, CAR, JME, JIBS, SMJ, and MS. His work has been cited more than 34,000 times.
Professor Hasan has held visiting positions at universities across the globe, including in Rome, Strasbourg, Madrid, Lausanne, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Bucharest, and Sydney. He has also consulted for international organizations like the World Bank, IMF, Federal Reserve, and Banque de France. A Fulbright scholar and selector, Hasan has been honored with distinctions such as Changjiang Scholar and Doctor Honoris Causa from the Romanian American University.
Program
Sunday, September 15
| 15:00-17:30 | Warsaw tour and sightseeing |
| 17:30-21:00 | Early registration and welcome drink |
Monday, September 16
| 8:30-9:00 | Welcome coffee |
| 9:00-9:30 | Welcome speaches |
| 9:30-10:30 | Keynote address |
| 10:30-11:00 | Coffee break |
| 11:00-12:40 | Parallel sessions |
| 12:40-13:40 | Lunch |
| 13:40-15:20 | Parallel sessions |
| 15:20-15:50 | Coffee break |
| 15:50-17:20 | Parallel sessions |
Tuesday, September 17
| 8:30-9:00 | Welcome coffee |
| 9:00-10:40 | Parallel sessions |
| 10:40-11:10 | Coffee break |
| 11:10-13:00 | Publishing Workshop |
| 13:00-14:00 | Lunch |
| 14:00-15:40 | Parallel sessions |
| 14:40-16:10 | Coffee break |
| 16:10-17:50 | Parallel sessions |
| 17:50-18:10 | Best paper award, closing remarks |
Publication
Publication Opportunities
All abstracts of papers accepted for the conference will be published in the book of abstracts.
After the conference, authors will be invited to publish their full paper either in the:
- MFC 2025 Conference Proceedings – deadline: November 30, 2025
- MFC 2025 supporting journals – deadline: December 31, 2025
Full papers submitted to the Proceedings of the MFC 2025 Conference Proceedings will be subject to an expedited peer review process, with reviewers being primarily members of the conference committees.
Authors may also choose to submit their full papers to the supporting journals of the conference, and their submissions will be reviewed according to the journal's review criteria. Please note that acceptance of a paper to the conference does not guarantee publication and that only a limited number of outstanding papers will be published by the journals.
Supporting Journals
Journal of International Financial Management & Accounting (CiteScore 9.1, IF 9.4, MEiN 100)
Eurasian Business Review (CiteScore 6.9, IF 4.0, MEiN 70)
International Journal of Emerging Markets (CiteScore 5.9, IF 2.7, MEiN 100)
China Finance Review International (CiteScore 12.4, IF 9.0, MEiN 40)
Investment Analysts Journal (CiteScore 1.9, IF 1.2, MEiN 70)
Innovation and Green Development (CiteScore: 10.7)
Modern Finance
Publishing Workshop
How to Publish in Top Journals?
Join Professor Peter G. Szilagyi for a workshop on the key strategies to successfully publish in leading academic journals. The session will provide practical advice on writing research papers, navigating the peer review process, and responding to feedback. The lecture will conclude with an interactive Q&A.
About the Speaker
Peter G. Szilagyi is a Professor of Finance at EDHEC Business School. He holds a PhD from Tilburg University and previously held a research fellowship at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Peter has extensive experience in academic leadership, having served as Director of the MPhil in Finance at Cambridge, Head of the MS in Finance, and Director of Business Master's Programs at Central European University.
Prof. Szilagyi is a highly experienced editor. He currently serves as Editor of Elsevier’s Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions & Money. He was previously Editor and remains Advisory Editor at the Journal of Multinational Financial Management. He is also a Subject Editor at Emerging Markets Review and an Associate Editor at Finance Research Letters.
Prof. Szilagyi has published his research in several leading academic journals, including the Journal of International Business Studies, Journal of Business Ethics, Journal of Corporate Finance, and Energy Economics. His work, which spans corporate finance, business ethics, and international finance, reflects his wide-ranging expertise and contributions to the field.
Committees
Steering Committee
Adam Zaremba
Poznan University of Economics and Business, MBS School of Business
Piotr Wójcik
University of Warsaw
Jan Jakub Szczygielski
Kozminski University
Katarzyna Perez
Poznan University of Economics and Business
Scientific Committee
Thomas Schmid
University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Debojyoti Das
IIM Bangalore, India
Abdulnasser Hatemi J.
UAE University, UAE
Angel Zhong
RMIT University, Australia
Aviral Kumar Tiwari
Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, India
Benjamin Miranda Tabak
Foundation School of Public Policy and Government, Brazil
Cesario Mateus
Aalborg University Business School, Denmark
Janusz Brzeszczyński
University of Lodz, Poland
Chaker Aloui
Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia
Adam Szyszka
SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Poland
Charilaos Mertzanis
Abu Dhabi University, UAE
Chia-Lin Chang
National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
Ahmet Faruk Aysan
Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar
Claudiu Tiberiu Albulescu
Politehnica University of Timisoara, Romania
David Y. Aharon
Ono Academic College, Israel
Dehua Shen
Nankai University, China
Magdalena Zioło
University of Szczecin, Poland
Doojin Ryu
Sungkyunkwan University, Korea
Elie Bouri
Lebanese American University, Lebanon
Ender Demir
Reykjavik University, Iceland
Gabor Neszveda
John von Neumann University, Hungary
Gazi Salah Uddin
Linköping University, Sweden
Isaac Otchere
Carleton University, Canada
Joëlle Miffre
Audencia Business School, France
Joshua Yindenaba Abor
University of Ghana, Ghana
Khaled Mokni
University of Gabes, Tunisia
Krishna Reddy
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology/Te Pukenga, New Zealand
Mehmet Huseyin Bilgin
Istanbul Medeniyet University, Turkey
Ewa Dziwok
University of Economics in Katowice, Poland
Mehmet Umutlu
Edinburgh Napier University, UK
Anna Zamojska
University of Gdańsk, Poland
Mohammad Ashraful Ferdous Chowdhury
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Aneta Hryckiewicz-Gontarczyk
Kozminski University, Poland
Muhammad Abubakr Naeem
UAE University, UAE
Nirosha Wellalage
University of South Australia, Australia
OlaOluwa Simon Yaya
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Oskar Kowalewski
IESEG School of Management, France
Małgorzata Olszak
University of Warsaw, Poland
Pedro Barroso
Católica-Lisbon School of Business and Economics, Portugal
Ramona Rupeika-Apoga
University of Latvia, Latvia
Rangan Gupta
University of Pretoria, South Africa
Renatas Kizys
University of Southampton, UK
Riza Demirer
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, USA
Robert J. Bianchi
Griffith University, Australia
Román Ferrer-Lapeña
University of Valencia, Spain
Roman Horvath
Charles University, Czechia
Katarzyna Perez
Poznan University of Economics and Business, Poland
Roman Matkovskyy
Rennes School of Business, France
Seraina Anagnostopoulou
University of Pireus, Greece
Karol Klimczak
Lodz University of Technology, Poland
Sitara Karim
Sunway University, Malaysia
Syed Jawad Hussain Shahzad
Montpellier Business School, France
Krzysztof Jackowicz
Kozminski University, Poland
Vanja Piljak
University of Vaasa, Finland
Viviana Fernández
University Adolfo Ibanez, Chile
Zaghum Umar
Zayed University, UAE
Mariya Gubareva
University of Lisbon, Portugal
Mansor H. Ibrahim
International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance, Malaysia
Marcin Czupryna
Cracow University of Economics, Poland
Syed Ali Raza
IQRA University, Pakistan
Ana-Maria Fuertes
Bayes Business School, UK
Ilan Alon
College of the Management Studies, Israel
Sabri Boubaker
EM Normandie, France
Social Events
September 7, 2025
Walking Warsaw City Tour
Explore the heart of Warsaw's Old Town and soak in the rich history of this vibrant city, which was voted as the European Best Destination in 2023. Walk along the cobblestone streets and visit iconic spots like the Royal Castle, Warsaw Cathedral, and the historic Market Square.
Date: September 7, 2025
Time: 15:00-17:30
Meeting point: To be announced
Price per person: 10 euros
The tour will end at the early registration and networking event location.
September 7, 2025
Welcome Drink
Kick off the conference with a Welcome Drink! This gathering includes early registration and is a great opportunity to network with fellow attendees over a complimentary drink.
Date: September 7, 2025
Time: 17:30 -
Location: To be announced
Price per person: Free of charge (registration required)
September 6. 2025
Conference Dinner
Join us for a grand feast and savor the delights of traditional Polish cuisine.
Date: September 6, 2025
Time: To be announced
Location: To be announced
Price per person: 30 euros
Submissions
How to Submit
Please submit your full papers or extended abstracts via the Eventsadmin platform by June 30, 2025. To submit, click the "Submit a Paper" button below or follow this link [XXX will provide later].
We accept papers in Word or PDF format, and you are free to use any layout. We provide a simple template for those submitting extended abstracts, which can be accessed here. Please ensure that your extended abstract is at least 300 words in length.
The official language of the conference is English. All submissions, including full papers, extended abstracts, and presentations, must be in English.
Upon acceptance, you will receive a Confirmation of Acceptance email within four weeks of submission confirming that your paper has been approved for inclusion in the conference program.
Presentation Modes at the Conference
The conference will feature four presentation formats to accommodate different preferences and engagement styles. Authors should indicate their preferred presentation mode (Regular In-Person, Elevator Pitch, Poster Session, or Online Presentation) during the registration process.
Regular In-Person Presentation
A 15-20 minute presentation followed by a discussion led by an assigned discussant, allowing for in-depth analysis and feedback.
Elevator Pitch
A quick, 3-minute presentation followed by a brief Q&A, offering a snapshot of the research without an extended discussion.
Poster Session
Authors display their work throughout the conference and engage with attendees during breaks, offering a flexible, informal discussion format.
Online Presentation
A 15-20 minute virtual presentation during dedicated online sessions, allowing remote participation and interaction with the audience.
Venue
MFC 2025 will be held at the Faculty of Economics Sciences (FES) of the University of Warsaw, the biggest university in Poland. The FES is located in the city center, about 30 30-minute drive from the Okecie International Airport and 15 minutes from the Warsaw Central Railway Station.
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Venue Information:
Conference Accommodation
The conference fee does not include accommodation. There are several hotels in the vicinity of the conference site.
Please note that all conference participants and presenters are responsible for making hotel reservations and paying hotel expenses.
Hospitality
Morning and afternoon snacks and a hot lunch, as well as conference kits (e.g., pad and pen, printed program book, and certificate) will be provided at the conference venue.
