A Philosophical Confluence
towards Business for the Greater Good
Interdisciplinary Dialogues for Applied Research on AI, Sustainability, Human Experience, and Phygital Futures
About the Colloquium
The theme "Business for the Greater Good and Philosophical Confluence" invites scholars, practitioners, and thinkers to explore how the convergence of philosophy and business can shape a more humane and sustainable future.
In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, environmental urgency, and complex socio-economic transformations, traditional disciplinary boundaries no longer suffice.
This Doctoral Colloquium seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogues that connect ethics, management, technology, and the human sciences to address the moral, social, and existential questions of our time.
This philosophical confluence describes a shift from viewing disciplines as isolated silos to understanding their inherent interconnectedness. It describes how the field is moving beyond its traditional borders to integrate insights and methodologies from other disciplines, such as philosophy, sociology, and ethics.
Artificial Intelligence, sustainability imperatives, and emerging phygital (physical–digital) realities are redefining what it means to create value, experience work, and live responsibly.
This Doctoral Colloquium encourages critical reflection on how businesses can integrate philosophical wisdom with innovation—balancing efficiency with empathy, progress with purpose, and growth with global well-being.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Breaking down traditional boundaries
Explore how philosophy, business, technology, and ethics converge to address complex challenges.
Diverse Perspectives
Engaging scholars and practitioners
Connect with diverse voices exploring ethical reasoning, systems thinking, and human-centered approaches.
Transformative Impact
Reimagining business as a force for good
Discover how businesses can transcend profit motives and contribute meaningfully to collective well-being.
Human-Centered
Balancing efficiency with empathy
Explore how to nurture the human spirit while driving innovation and sustainable growth.
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Venue & Accommodation
Join us at the beautiful campus of XLRI, Jamshedpur
XLRI Xavier School of Management
C. H. Area (East), Jamshedpur - 831001, Jharkhand, India
Venue Details
XLRI Xavier School of Management
C. H. Area (East)
Jamshedpur - 831001
Jharkhand, India
Accommodation
A moderate number of accommodations is available in the XLRI Campus. For booking accommodation, one should write to the conference chair.
Also, there are a large number of hotels available nearby XLRI Campus.
How to Reach
By Air
The nearest airports to Jamshedpur are Kolkata and Ranchi.
- Kolkata to Jamshedpur: 3.5-4 hours by train
- Ranchi to Jamshedpur: 2.5-3 hours by road
- Jamshedpur has an airport with helicopter services from Kolkata and Bhubaneshwar
- XLRI Campus is about 3 kms away from Jamshedpur airport
By Rail
The Railway Station at Jamshedpur is known as Tatanagar (railway station code: Tata).
Well connected by trains from Alleppy, Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Kolkata (Howrah), Mumbai, Patna and Pune.
- XLRI Campus is about 7 kms away from Tatanagar Railway Station
- Auto-rickshaws: ~ ₹200/-
- Taxis: ~ ₹250/-
- Ola, Uber and Rapido services are operational in the city
Organizing Committee
Chief Patrons
Fr. S. George, S.J.
Director
XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
Fr. Donald D'Silva S.J.
Dean (Administration & Finance)
XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
Dr. Sanjay Patro
Dean (Academics)
XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
Organizing Committee - Faculty
Prashant Kumar
Associate Professor
XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
Organizing Committee - Staff
Amna Bibi
amna@xlri.ac.in
Anjelina Mundu
anjelina@xlri.ac.in
Liya Tandi
liya@xlri.ac.in
Swapnil Pingua
swapnil@xlri.ac.in
Organizing Committee - Doctoral Scholars
Arnaaz Ahmed
fb25010@astra.xlri.ac.in
Bhavya Srivastava
fh24004@astra.xlri.ac.in
Ritika Dalal
fh24005@astra.xlri.ac.in
Faisal Haque
fb25005@astra.xlri.ac.in
Anusandhya Pattanayak
fb25004@astra.xlri.ac.in
Mahi Ananya
fb24002@astra.xlri.ac.in