About the conference
In an age of rapid technological advancement, ever-changing employee expectations, and unprecedented business challenges worldwide, Human Resource Management is experiencing a drastic revolution. The traditional roles of HR, which concentrated more on day-to-day administration and compliance, have transformed themselves as the strategic partners that act as catalyst to bring positive changes in organizational culture with innovation, competitive edge and sustainability. At the forefront of this evolution is HR 5.0, a progressive paradigm that amalgamates the effectiveness of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, and data analytics with the enduring values of empathy, inclusivity, and human relationship. It aims to build a workplace where digital innovation supports, but not replaces human capital, and where organizations flourish with people-centric approach.
In the above backdrop, Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD) is organizing the 13th International Conference on “HR 5.0: The Human-Centric Future of Work”, on 18 and 19 December 2025, under the aegis of BCIC (Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce) – SDMIMD Centre for Management Excellence.
The conference aims to bring together thought leaders, academicians, scholars, researchers and practitioners around the globe to explore how HR may lead the way in building organizations that value people’s contribution, while leveraging the power of digital innovation. Along with the presentations from national and international speakers during the two days of the conference, the conference will provide an opportunity to the participants to share their viewpoints on management issues, through presentations of research articles and experience sharing documents.