Applications are invited for the Emerald African Management Research Fund Award 2019. Emerald and AFAM (Africa Academy of Management), in association with INASP and the International Academy of African Business and Development (IAABD), are offering this research grant for an African project in the field of management research. Applications should address the following theme – Fostering a research culture driven by growth and sustainability in Africa.

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Emerald African Management Research Fund Award
Value of Award

The award will offer £2,500 (approximately US$4,000 equivalent) to fund the winning research project
Emerald African Management Research Fund Award Description

Course Level: Research

Application Deadline: August 30, 2019

Nationalities: All African Countries
Eligibility

At least one member of the research team must be based in Africa.
Judging Criteria

Each application will be judged, by a panel of experts, on the criteria below. The research must:

Be of significance, and in particular, illustrate how it will benefit the social good
Demonstrate originality and innovation
Make an outstanding contribution to theory and its application
Illustrate the appropriateness and application of the methodology
Demonstrate sound implications for theory and practice

Application Procedure
How to Apply for the Emerald African Management Research Fund Award

The following documents will be required electronically:

A summary stating specific goals, outcomes and benefits of the research. This should not exceed 2,000 words (note that tables, figures, appendices and reference lists if provided do NOT count towards the 2,000 word total).
A covering letter containing full contact details (affiliation, full address, telephone number/s and email address) for all researchers involved in the project. Please state clearly which researcher will be the main point of contact.

The 2,000 word summary must:

Display clearly a statement of purpose and intent
State clearly the methodology(ies) applied and explicitly describe the research process
State expected research outcomes and expected impact and possible application
Specify the expected timescales of the research process
Outline projected costs and total research grant required

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