The Fox Case Conference 2026
Thursday , July 30
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST
In-person
The Fox School’s TRC is hosting a full-day, hands-on workshop devoted to the writing and teaching of case studies.
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Overview
Case studies
Hands-on workshop
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VR & AI Case Writing
The Fox School’s Translational Research Center (TRC), in collaboration with Ivey Publishing, is pleased to host its first academic conference devoted to the writing and teaching of case studies.
The Fox Case Conference 2026 will be a full-day, hands-on workshop designed for faculty, doctoral students, researchers, and professionals interested in developing their ability to write, adapt, and teach using business cases. Whether you’re new to case writing or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will offer practical tools and guidance from experienced facilitators.
Participants will explore the foundational elements of case writing, learn to craft effective teaching notes, and develop strategies to convert academic research into high-impact, discussion-based classroom cases.
Two tracks will be offered to meet the needs of both beginner and advanced case writers. The morning workshops will focus on the fundamentals of case writing and on translating academic research into cases. The afternoon sessions will emphasize skill development through innovative case-writing methods, including the use of VR, and will provide participants with feedback on works in progress.
- Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET
- Location: Fox School of Business, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
- Format: In-person, includes breakfast and lunch
- Investment: If you register by April 30, 2026, the investment is $199 per participants. After that date, the standard rate will be $249 per participant. Graduate and doctoral students are eligible for a $50 discount on the applicable rate. For questions, please contact Ahmed Sabbir at ahmed.sabbir@temple.edu
About the Program
What You Will Learn
This conference is structured around four key modules:
- Case Writing Fundamentals
- Learn the structure, storytelling, and analytical components of compelling business cases.
- Best Practices in Teaching Note Design
- Design teaching notes that effectively support learning objectives and classroom discussion.
- Turning Academic Papers into Cases
- Translate academic research into usable case material for business education.
- Applying the Case Method in the Classroom
- Practice proven facilitation techniques for leading impactful, case-based sessions.
Who Should Attend
The conference is suitable for those who wish to embark on case writing, those who have already published, through to experienced case writers who wish to refine their case writing skills and create award-winning cases.
- Faculty using or seeking to use case-based teaching
- Doctoral students preparing for academic careers
- Corporate trainers and learning & development professionals
- Researchers looking to broaden their impact through applied teaching materials
Why Should You Attend
This conference is structured around four key modules:
- Strengthen your skills and gain hands-on insights through interactive workshops
- Sharpen your case writing abilities and develop cases with award-winning potential
- Learn from in-progress case presentations and discover new approaches
- Connect with fellow African case writers and receive constructive feedback on your ideas
- Participate in round-table discussions for peer-to-peer learning and critique
- Get expert guidance on publishing your work
- Build meaningful connections through rich networking opportunities
Agenda (Tentative)
8:30
9:00
Registration and Breakfast
9:00
9:15
Welcome Note by Dean Hunter
9:15
9:45
Keynote Speaker
10:00
11:00
Fundamentals of Case Writing and Case Teaching (Teaching Note)
11:00
12:30
Data to Dilemma: Turning Academic Papers to Cases
12:30
1:30
Lunch
1:30
2:25
Innovative Ways of Case Writing (comic, animation and more)
2:30
3:15
VR & AI Case Writing
3:15
4:00
Peer Review (Round-table discussions on work-in-progress cases; Receive support and feedback)
4:00
4:15
Closing remarks
Facilitators
Sheri Lambert
Associate Professor of Marketing
Executive Director, Center for Executive Education
Fox School of Business, Temple University
Neha Mittal
Associate Professor of Operations
Strategic Outreach Director, Translational Research Center
Fox School of Business, Temple University
Sunil Wattal
Professor of Management Information Systems and Harold Schaefer Senior Fellow.
Associate Dean – Research and Doctoral Programs
Fox School of Business, Temple University
Certification
Participants who complete the full-day program will receive a Certificate of Completion from Temple University, ideal for adding to your resume or LinkedIn profile.
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