EMAC Membership Benefits
Join a thriving community of marketing scholars and unlock exclusive access to conferences, publications, funding, and awards.
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Event Participation
Connect with top researchers and colleagues at world-class academic events.
EMAC Spring & Fall Conferences
The central event for presenting research and networking. Meet top researchers, journal editors, and colleagues in person at our flagship annual conferences.
Heads of Marketing Forum
- A platform for Marketing Department Heads to share experiences and discuss key themes.
- Organized annually at the EMAC Spring Conference.
Partner & Specialized Conferences
- Global Marketing Conference (GMC)
- BMM-EMAC Biennial International Conference on Business Market Management
- And other specialized partner events.
Publications
Access high-quality academic publishing channels and indexed proceedings.
Professional Development
Programs designed to accelerate every stage of your academic career.
EMAC Doctoral Colloquium
- Unique opportunity for doctoral students to receive feedback on their dissertation research.
- Engage in discussions with other doctoral students and top academics.
EMAC Early-Researcher Symposium
- One-day standalone event prior to the EMAC Spring Conference.
- Brings together PhDs, Postdocs & Junior Faculty to address challenges in building an academic career.
EMAC Job Market Access
- Participate in an AMA workshop during the EMAC Spring Conference.
- Access open job calls and apply directly through the EMAC website.
💰 EMAC Junior Faculty Visiting Program — Funding
Designed to help junior faculty spend time at a research-intensive institution to enhance their research.
12,500 EUR
4,000 EUR
Awards & Recognition
Prestigious awards recognising excellence in marketing research.
| Award | Description |
|---|---|
| EMAC–Enginius Doctoral CompetitionDoctoral | Best doctoral thesis award in marketing — the highest recognition for emerging marketing scholars. |
| EMAC Best Paper Based on Doctoral DissertationSpring Conference | Awarded at the EMAC Spring Conference for outstanding paper derived from a doctoral dissertation. |
| EMAC–Sheth Foundation Sustainability Research CompetitionSustainability | Encourages rigorous research on sustainability with a clear marketing focus, addressing issues important to marketing stakeholders. |
| EMAC Distinguished Marketing Scholar AwardLifetime | The highest honor for a marketing educator with extensive EMAC contributions and lasting impact on the field. |
| IJRM Best Paper AwardAnnual | Given annually to paper(s) published in IJRM in the year preceding the year the award is being presented. |
| IJRM-EMAC Jan-Benedict E.M. Steenkamp AwardLong-Term Impact | Given annually to IJRM papers in recognition of their exceptional contributions to academic marketing research demonstrating long-term impact. |
Networking
Build lasting connections with a global academic community.
EMAC Climber Community
- Community for early-stage researchers to connect, share insights, and collaborate in research groups.
- Online and offline events, including a central event during EMAC conferences.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
- Unlimited access to 10+ SIGs — smaller sub-communities of researchers sharing specialized interests.
- Free online and offline events with state-of-the-art research discussions.
20% Discount on AMA Membership
Exclusive discount for EMAC members outside Canada and the US — expand your professional network even further. Contact emac@eiasm.be for the discount code.
Webinars & Online Events
Stay connected and informed through our regular virtual programming.
EMAC SIG Events
Regular webinars and panel discussions on specialized marketing topics, hosted throughout the year by Special Interest Groups.
EMAC Climber Community Online Events
Virtual events and webinars designed to help early-stage researchers share insights, connect with peers, and build their academic networks online.
Subscriptions & Content
Stay informed and inspired with exclusive member content.
IJRM Subscription
Full access to the International Journal of Research in Marketing — online and/or print editions, 4 editions per year.
EMAC Newsletters
Stay informed about the latest EMAC news, updates, and opportunities delivered directly to your inbox.
EMAC Little Nuggets of Academic Wisdom
Short, insightful videos offering practical tips and advice for academic researchers — bite-sized wisdom for busy scholars.
Member Discounts
Exclusive savings available to all EMAC members.
Pearson eTextbooks Discount
All current 2026 EMAC members receive a 30% discount on all Pearson eTextbooks. Discount code will be sent via email to all current members.
AMA Membership Discount
Available for EMAC members outside Canada and the US. Contact emac@eiasm.be to receive your personal discount code.