The 20th New Zealand Management Accounting Conference 2026

The Pa in spring
  • Monday 23 Nov - Wednesday 25 Nov 2026
  • 9am to 5pm
  • Waikato Management School, The University of Waikato, Hamilton campus
  • Assoc. Professor Umesh Sharma
  • umesh.sharma@waikato.ac.nz

Join us for the 20th New Zealand Management Accounting Conference, to be held at The University of Waikato in the vibrant city of Hamilton from 23–25 November 2026.

Hosted by Waikato Management School, the theme of this year's conference is Panonitia Te Ao Kaute Kia Eke - Transforming Management Accounting.

This annual conference will bring together leading academics, industry professionals, and policymakers from around New Zealand and beyond to engage in meaningful dialogue, and explore research issues aligned with this year’s theme.

For the second time, the conference will also include a Doctoral Colloquium on Monday, 23 November, providing an excellent opportunity for PhD and masters students to present their research and receive valuable feedback from experienced academics.

Details of keynote speakers and sponsors will be announced next year.

For enquiries and to register your interest, please contact Associate Professor Umesh Sharma at umesh.sharma@waikato.ac.nz.

📅 Mark your calendars now!

  • Monday, 23 November 2026 – Doctoral Colloquium

  • 24-25 November 2026 – Main Conference